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FPCCI Committee holds seminar on Artificial Intelligence
KARACHI, Oct 30 (DNA):The FPCCI Central Standing Committee on Corporate Relations & Communications organized a seminar on “AI Business Facilitation for Corporate Business Growth” here at Federation House under the convenorship of Syed Turab Shah, aimed at highlighting the role of artificial intelligence in improving business efficiency, productivity and competitiveness. The seminar was designed and coordinated by Ms. Irum Fawad, Coordinator of the Committee and CEO of AI 0.3. The seminar was attended by people from different sectors who discussed the practical use of artificial intelligence in corporate operations, industrialRead More
Türkiye celebrates 103rd Republic Day in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD, OCT 30 /DNA/ – The Embassy of the Republic of Türkiye in Islamabad celebrated the 103rd Anniversary of the Republic of Türkiye with Shehbaz Sharif, Prime Minister of Pakistan, as the Chief Guest. İrfan Neziroğlu, Ambassador of Türkiye to Pakistan, addressed the gathering, highlighting the historic friendship between Pakistan and Türkiye and reaffirming Türkiye’s commitment to regional peace, stability, and a more just international order under its Century of Türkiye vision. He also paid tribute to Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the Founder of the Republic of Türkiye, and theRead More
Afghanistan announces Hajj 2026 registration schedule
KABUL, OCT 30: Afghanistan’s Ministry of Guidance, Hajj and Religious Affairs has announced that registration for the 2026 Hajj pilgrimage will run from November 1 to November 8. In a statement, the ministry said prospective pilgrims in Kabul and other provinces can register by visiting their respective provincial or central departments of Guidance, Hajj and Religious Affairs. Applicants are required to submit the original and a copy of their national identity cards (Tazkira), along with two recent passport-sized photographs. The ministry said that after registration is completed and the lotteryRead More
Fazlur Rehman calls for international probe into treatment of Afghan refugees in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD/KABUL: Maulana Fazlur Rehman, chief of Pakistan’s Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F), has called on international organizations to investigate the treatment of Afghan refugees in Pakistan, urging them to visit the country and assess the situation firsthand. His remarks come amid reports of police raids, harassment and administrative pressure on Afghan refugees, which have reportedly made daily life increasingly difficult for many Afghan families. Fazlur Rehman urged international organizations to independently examine the situation and document the treatment of Afghan refugees by Pakistani police and government institutions. He emphasized the need forRead More
Pakistan crush India in Hong Kong Sixes
HONG KONG: Pakistan produced a breathtaking batting display to crush India by four wickets in their Hong Kong International Sixes Group C clash at Mission Road Ground on Friday. The victory, their first from two, kept Green-shirts’ next round hopes alive. Set to chase 89 Pakistan raced to the target in 3.5 overs with 13 balls to spare in a remarkable exhibition of power-hitting. Khawaja Nafay led the charge with a blistering 41 off just 12 deliveries, striking five sixes and two fours. Captain Abbas Afridi provided equally destructive support,Read More
PM Shehbaz attends Turkish national day reception
PM Shehbaz says ties with Turkiye cordial, excellent Ansar M. Bhatti ISLAMABAD, October 29, 2026 — On the 103rd anniversary of the founding of the Republic of Türkiye, Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif extended heartfelt felicitations to President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, the Turkish Government, and the people of Türkiye. In a message shared publicly and addressed to President Erdoğan (@RTErdogan), the Prime Minister stated: “On the 103rd anniversary of the founding of the Republic of Türkiye, I extend my heartfelt felicitations to my very dear brother, President Recep TayyipRead More

