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China welcomes Pak-Afghan temporary ceasefire
BEIJING, Mar 20: China welcomes the temporary ceasefire agreement reached by Pakistan and Afghanistan, foreign ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said. Lin made the remarks at a regular press briefing yesterday after the two countries announced the suspension of military operations during the Eid al-Fitr holiday. Lin said China hoped that both countries would remain calm and restrained, resume peace talks promptly, achieve a comprehensive and lasting ceasefire as soon as possible, resolve differences through dialogue, and jointly maintain peace and stability between the two countries and in the region. ChinaRead More
Uzbek envoy extends Eid ul-Fitr greetings to nation
ISLAMABAD, Mar 20 (DNA): The Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Uzbekistan to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Alisher Tukhtaev has conveyed warm “Eid ul-Fitr” greetings to the people and government of Pakistan. In a heartfelt message here on Friday, Ambassador Alisher expressed his best wishes for happiness, peace, and prosperity for the Pakistani nation during this joyous festival. “Eid ul-Fitr is a celebration of peace, unity, and compassion. It is a time for us to reflect on shared values and strengthen our bonds of brotherhood, he said. “Uzbekistan and PakistanRead More
President Zardari felicitates Tunisian leadership on National Day
ISLAMABAD, Mar 20 (DNA): President Asif Ali Zardari on Friday extended his warm felicitations to the President of the Republic of Tunisia, Kais Saied, and the friendly people of Tunisia on the auspicious occasion of their National Day. President Zardari highlighted that Pakistan and Tunisia enjoy cordial and enduring relations founded on mutual respect, shared values and the close affinity between the two peoples. The cooperation between the two nations over the years reflects a spirit of friendship and goodwill that continues to guide this engagement. He expressed confidence thatRead More
PM Shehbaz exchanges Eid greetings with Malaysian and Azerbaijani leaders
Leaders pray for unity within Muslim Ummah ISLAMABAD, MAR 20: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held separate telephone conversations with the PM of Malaysia and the President of Azerbaijan to extend Eid-ul-Fitr greetings and discuss regional issues. In his call to Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, PM Sharif conveyed warm Eid wishes to the Malaysian government and people. In response, Anwar Ibrahim reciprocated the greetings with equal sincerity. Both leaders stressed the importance of reducing tensions in Iran and the Gulf region and agreed to continue joint efforts to promote peace.Read More
Overcharging: Motorway Police returns millions to passengers
Additional IG Muhammad Wisal Fakhar Sultan orders strict crackdown against opportunist transporters ISLAMABAD, MAR 20 /DNA/ – Motorway Police North Region took strict action against overloading and overcharging in passenger vehicles on the occasion of Eid ul Fitr. Additional IG North Region, Muhammad Wisal Fakhar Sultan had earlier ordered a strict crackdown against opportunist transporters. Subsequently, huge amounts of money were returned to passengers heading home for Eid. According to the details, Motorway Police North Region issued challans to 1915 passenger vehicles for overloading in the last four days. WhileRead More
At UN, Pakistan slams India for ‘weaponisation of water’ over unfounded terrorism claims
NEW YORK, MAR 20: Pakistan has strongly rejected “baseless remarks” by India at the United Nations and accused New Delhi of undermining the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) while attempting to politicise water issues. The exchange took place during a high-level UN event held to mark World Water Day under the theme of water and gender equality, where Pakistan’s Second Secretary Aleena Majeed exercised her right of reply following remarks by the Indian representative. During the session, India’s envoy said New Delhi would continue to keep the treaty “in abeyance” untilRead More