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Iran says it fired warning missiles, drones at US warships in Gulf of Oman
TEHRAN, JUN 5: Iran’s navy said on Friday it had fired warning missiles and drones at US warships in the Gulf of Oman, accusing the US Navy of harassing maritime traffic and seizing commercial vessels and oil tankers, Iranian state media reported. United States Central Command (CENTCOM) denied the reports later on Friday, saying in a post on X/Twitter, “Iranian forces did NOT attack or fire at US Navy warships.” “Doing so would be a gross violation of the ceasefire,” CENTCOM added. “US forces continue to operate freely in regionalRead More
Hinza Asif meets President RCCI
RAWALPINDI, JUN 5 /DNA/ – Hinza Asif, President of Asia Web3 Alliance Japan (AWAJ), held a productive meeting with the President of the Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI) to explore opportunities for strengthening Pakistan’s startup ecosystem, promoting innovation, and increasing international investment opportunities for entrepreneurs. During the meeting, both parties discussed the importance of creating stronger connections between Pakistani startups and global investors, particularly from Japan and other international markets. Hinza Asif shared AWAJ’s vision of supporting entrepreneurs through mentorship, cross-border partnerships, investor access, and innovation-driven programs. ARead More
Govt announces fixed tax scheme for small traders
ISLAMABAD, JUN 5: The federal government on Friday introduced a fixed tax scheme for small shop owners as part of its ongoing efforts to expand tax collection and document the economy. Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb announced the scheme during a joint press conference with State Minister for Finance Bilal Azhar Kiani, outlining its key features and objectives. FinMin Aurangzeb said that economic stability must be maintained and that increasing the country’s revenue to a specific level remained important. “Everyone says that instead of increasing tax rates at this time, thereRead More
Demand to abolish AJK refugee seats undemocratic: Khawaja Asif
ISLAMABAD, JUN 5 – Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has criticized the Azad Kashmir People’s Action Committee’s demand to abolish refugee seats, calling it undemocratic and an attempt to disrupt the upcoming electoral process. In a statement on X regarding the Azad Kashmir elections, Asif said the polls are scheduled for July 27 and any demand related to representation should be placed before the people through the democratic process. He said the Action Committee has demanded the abolition of 12 seats elected from Pakistan. He termed the demand, made ahead ofRead More
Pakistan calls for stronger regional security cooperation at SCO interior ministers’ meeting
ISLAMABAD, JUN 5: Stressing the need for collective action against evolving security threats, Interior Minister, Mohsin Naqvi, urged the member states of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) to strengthen regional cooperation in combating terrorism, organized crime, narcotics trafficking, cybercrime, and terror financing. Addressing a special meeting of Interior Ministers and Public Security Ministers of SCO member countries in Bishkek, Naqvi said the region is facing increasingly complex and interconnected security challenges that require coordinated and forward-looking responses.He noted that criminal and terrorist networks were rapidly adapting to technological advancements, exploitingRead More
Environmental protection key to economic growth: ICCI President
ISLAMABAD, JUN 5 /DNA/ – President Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI), Sardar Tahir Mehmood, has called for greater environmental responsibility and collective action to tackle the growing challenges of climate change, pollution, and environmental degradation. Talking to visiting delegations of businessmen at the Chamber House here on Friday on the occasion of World Environment Day he said that a clean and healthy environment is essential for sustainable economic growth, public health, and the well-being of future generations. He noted that environmental issues have become a global concern andRead More