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The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Tuesday unveiled official fixtures and groups for the much-awaited event, Champions Trophy 2025, which would commence on February 19 in Karachi. The eight-team tournament will feature 15 matches, and will be played across Pakistan and in Dubai, the top cricketing body announced, adding that all matches will be day-night encounters. In Pakistan, Rawalpindi, Lahore, and Karachi will be the three venues to host tournament. Each Pakistan venue will feature three group games apiece, with Lahore hosting the second semi-final. Lahore will also host theRead More
JC Rules 2024 replace 2010 framework
New rules mandate transparency in CJP appointments; Removes medical test condition for additional judges DNA ISLAMABAD: The Judicial Commission of Pakistan (JCP) has officially issued a gazette notification for amendments to its rules, now named the Judicial Commission Rules 2024. With the new rules in effect, the previous Judicial Commission Rules 2010 have been repealed. According to the notification, decisions made under the Judicial Commission Rules 2010 will remain valid and protected. The amended rules were approved during a meeting of the JCP held on December 21 under the chairmanshipRead More
Prize distribution ceremony for 7th edition of ‘Jinnah young writers award’ held in Ankara
ISLAMABAD, DEC 24 /DNA/ – Awards ceremony for seventh edition of ‘Jinnah Young Writers Award’, essay competition was held in Ankara today. The prize distribution ceremony was graced by the Turkish Deputy Minister for National Education Ms. Celile Eren Okten and ambassador of Pakistan to Turkiye Dr. Yousaf Junaid. Named after Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the founder of Pakistan, the essay competition is one of the key features of Pakistan Embassy’s public diplomacy endeavours and commitment to intellectual development. The essay competition is held annually among senior high school studentsRead More
Constitution guarantees fundamental rights of all citizens: President
ISLAMABAD, DEC 24 (DNA/APP) President Asif Ali Zardari said that Pakistan’s Constitution guaranteed the fundamental rights of all citizens, irrespective of their faith, and protected their freedom to worship and live in accordance with their beliefs. “Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah envisioned a Pakistan where people of all religions could thrive as equal citizens. Upholding the rights of all citizens is essential for fostering national unity and progress,” the president said in a message on the occasion of Christmas. The president extended his heartfelt greetings to the Christian brothers and sistersRead More
Romanian, Somali, Nepali, Japanese, and Bangladeshi envoys present credentials
ISLAMABAD, DEC 24 /DNA/ – Ambassadors from Romania, Somalia, Nepal, Japan, and Bangladesh presented their diplomatic credentials to President Asif Ali Zardari during a ceremony held at Aiwan-e-Sadr today. The President received credentials from the Ambassador-designate of Romania, Mr Dan Stoenescu; the Ambassador-designate of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Sheikh Nur Mohamed Hassan; the Ambassador-designate of Nepal, Ms Rita Dhital; the Ambassador-designate of Japan, Mr Akamatsu Shuichi; and the High Commissioner-designate of Bangladesh, Mr Md. Iqbal Hussain Khan. Welcoming the envoys, the President congratulated them on their appointments and expressedRead More
Strengthening Pakistan-France Bilateral Relations: New Opportunities in Trade, Investment, and Cooperation: Nicolas Galley
ISLAMABAD: French Ambassador to Pakistan Nicolas Galley has said that Pakistan and France currently have excellent diplomatic and political relations. Economic, trade and diplomatic relations between Pakistan and France will be further promoted. France values Pakistan’s efforts for regional peace and stability. A large number of Pakistani students are studying in France. Visa facilities have been increased for Pakistani students. The establishment of the France-Pakistan Business Forum is important as this forum has increased cooperation in the trade sector. He expressed these views during a meeting with Sardar Zahoor Iqbal,Read More