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Three-day Shandur polo festival kicks off in upper Chiral
PESHAWAR, Jun 20 (DNA): The annual Shandur Polo Festival began on Friday in the scenic valley of Upper Chitral, inaugurated by Barrister Muhammad Ali Saif, Adviser to the KP Chief Minister on Information. The event is jointly organized by the Pakistan Army, KP Tourism Authority, and district administrations of Upper and Lower Chitral. Traditional rivals Chitral and Gilgit-Baltistan will compete in polo matches at Shandur, the world’s highest polo ground. The festival also features paragliding, food stalls, musical performances, and traditional dances, attracting foreign and local tourists. BarristerRead More
Saudi envoy calls on CJP
ISLAMABAD, JUN 20 (DNA): Nawaf bin Saeed Ahmad Al-Malkiy, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Pakistan, called on the Chief Justice of Pakistan, Mr Justice Yahya Afridi, Friday, at the Supreme Court premises here. The Chief Justice warmly welcomed the ambassador and expressed appreciation for the longstanding, historic, and fraternal ties between Pakistan and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, rooted in shared faith and mutual respect. During the meeting, both dignitaries discussed avenues for strengthening bilateral cooperation in the field of justice. Emphasis was laid on expanding judicialRead More
Iran fires new missile salvo as Israel warns of prolonged war amid calls for restraint
Tehran, JUN 20: Iran fires new missile salvo as Israel warns of prolonged war amid calls for restraint. UN chief pleads with all sides to “give peace a chance” in Iran-Israel conflict, warning violence could spiral out of control.
Kiwis to face Pakistan in Nations Cup hockey championship
New Zealand secured a dramatic victory over South Korea in the semi-final of the Nations Cup Hockey Tournament, earning a place in the final to be played on Saturday. The tightly contested match ended in a draw during regulation time, forcing the outcome to be decided through a penalty shootout. The Kiwis held their nerve in the shootout, edging past the South Koreans with precise finishing and solid goalkeeping. This win marks a significant achievement for the New Zealand side as they now prepare to face Pakistan in the tournamentRead More
Philippine Navy seizes $175 million meth haul at sea
MANILA, JUN 20: The Philippine Navy seized an illegal drug shipment worth 10 billion pesos ($175 million) on Friday in one of the country’s biggest narcotics hauls on record, officials said. A pair of naval gunboats intercepted a fishing vessel carrying 1.5 tonnes of methamphetamine hydrochloride off the coast of main island Luzon just before dawn, Commodore Edward de Sagon told a news conference. Four people, including one foreigner, were arrested in the joint operation with the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency, according to de Sagon. “We still don’t have theRead More
Pakistan Stun France to reach Nations Cup hockey final
Wales, Malaysia Qualify for 5th-6th Position , Japan and South Africa will paly for 7th and 8th position Pakistan Vs France Nations Cup Semi Final Today Where To Watch It DNA KUALA LUMPUR– In a thrilling semifinal clash at the FIH Nations Cup, Pakistan pulled off a sensational comeback to defeat higher-ranked France in a penalty shootout after the match ended 3-3 in regulation time. France, ranked 10th in the world, dominated early, racing to a 2-0 lead. However, 15th-ranked Pakistan fought back valiantly, scoring three consecutive goals to takeRead More