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The Nation’s Ledger and Parliament’s Voice
by Muhammad Mohsin Iqbal As June approaches each year, the atmosphere within Pakistan’s Parliament begins to change. The federal budget, one of the most significant constitutional and political exercises of the state, is laid before the National Assembly for debate and approval. More than a statement of revenues and expenditures, the budget is a reflection of national priorities, economic realities, and the government’s vision for the future. It is the moment when fiscal policy enters the democratic arena and when elected representatives are expected to scrutinize, question, and shape theRead More
Al-Shifa Trust starts construction of South Asia’s largest eye hospital
RAWALPINDI, JUN 17: /DNA/ – Al-Shifa Trust Eye Hospital has formally started construction of its new Lahore facility, planned as Asia’s most modern eye hospital, marking a major expansion of its efforts to provide specialized eye care to millions of people. President Al-Shifa Trust Maj. Gen. (Retd) Rehmat Khan described the project as a significant milestone in the Trust’s mission to expand access to quality eye care and reduce preventable blindness across Pakistan. The Trust has awarded the construction contract to a Lahore-based firm, with the agreement requiring completion ofRead More
US envoy falls in love with Pakistani chai, hospitality and wedding traditions
ISLAMABAD, JUN 16: US Charge d’Affaires Natalie A Baker has shared her favourite aspects of life in Pakistan, praising the country’s hospitality, cuisine, cricket culture and vibrant wedding traditions, saying Pakistanis make visitors feel “like family”. In an interview posted on the US Embassy Islamabad’s Instagram account, Baker said she enjoys spending her free time with friends and travelling to different parts of Pakistan to explore new places and experiences. The American diplomat also revealed that she has developed a strong interest in cricket since arriving in Pakistan, although sheRead More
Independents join Aleem Khan’s IPP
Staff Report GILGIT: At least four independent winners from Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly elections on Tuesday joined Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party, announcing the decision during a meeting with Federal Minister for Communications and IPP President Abdul Aleem Khan. The newly-joined members include Anwar Ali from GBA-23 Ghanche-2, Asad Shafiq from GBA-24 Ghanche-3, Muhammad Dilpazeer from GBA-15 Diamer-1, and Aman Ali from GBA-21 Ghizer-3. Speaking on the occasion, Dilpazeer said that the four candidates formed a group and joined the IPP, adding that they were also in contact with other independent candidates as well asRead More
‘Peace, stability’ CDF sole interest in US-Iran deal
Security officials warn some elements still seeking to spoil US-Iran peace deal Staff Report/DNA ISLAMABAD: Field Marshal Asim Munir’s sole interest in a US-Iran deal was achieving “peace and stability” in the region, sources cited top security officials as saying on Tuesday, emphasising Pakistan was not interested in “headline diplomacy”. Islamabad achieved a historic diplomatic victory on Monday when US President Donald Trump announced that Washington has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Iran to end the war in the Middle East. Pakistan has been acting as a keyRead More
Portuguese National Day celebrated in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD, JUN 16 /DNA/ – The National Day of the Portuguese Republic was commemorated with great fervor and diplomatic warmth at a ceremony held at the Islamabad Serena Hotel here on Tuesday. Federal Minister for Overseas Pakistanis, Ch. Salik Hussain, graced the occasion as the chief guest. The event was also attended by a distinguished array of government dignitaries, including Ministers Qaisar Ahmed Sheikh, Syed Imran Ahmed Shah, and Barrister Aqeel, alongside Governor Sindh Nehal Hashmi. The diplomatic corps was well-represented at the celebration, with the Ambassador of the EuropeanRead More