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Uzbekistan and Pakistan strategic partnership deepens, says envoy
Exclusive Ansar Mahmood Bhatti ISLAMABAD, /DNA/ – In an exclusive interview with Islamabad POST and Centreline magazine, His Excellency Alisher Tukhtaev, Ambassador of Uzbekistan to Pakistan, emphasized the deep-rooted cultural, historical, and religious bonds between Uzbekistan and Pakistan. He highlighted the shared heritage of the two nations, which has laid a strong foundation for enhanced cooperation in tourism, agriculture, and strategic diplomacy. The first part of the interview was published in this newspaper on June 11,2025. The ambassador’s remarks underscored Uzbekistan’s commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with Pakistan, focusing onRead More
Utopia and fragile democracy at Art Basel fair
BASEL, SWITZERLAND, JUN 22 (AFP/APP):This year’s Art Basel, the world’s top contemporary art fair, paints a portrait of a troubled planet, with works embodying the relentless pursuit of happiness and the fragility of democracies. The four-day event in the northern Swiss border city of Basel, which closes on Sunday, features more than 280 galleries presenting works by around 4,000 artists. The monumental works section features an 85-metre-long installation entitled “The Voyage — A March To Utopia”. Created by the studio of Dutch artist Joep van Lieshout, it features 80Read More
Important Fact-Check/Facts Regarding the Israel-Iran War and Pakistan’s Principled Stance
DNA ISLAMABAD: The Pakistani authorities on Sunday made it clear that, Pakistan has not allowed and will never allow the United States or Israel to use its airspace, land, or naval territory for any attack against Iran. 
Pakistan has condemned the U.S. attack on Iranian nuclear facilities on the night of June 21/22. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a clear statement in this regard. Pakistan has repeatedly and unequivocally condemned Israeli attacks on Iran on various international forums and has boldly expressed full political, moral, andRead More
Clean water – A necessity for healthy life
By Fakhar-e-Alam PESHAWAR, JUN 22 (APP/DNA): As the early morning sun casts a golden hue over Peshawar’s dusty roads, the 40-year-old rickshaw driver from Lala Kala village loads six large tanks of clean drinking water from Chamkani, hauling them back home for his extended family of 15. For many might be taking it as a burden, but Abdul Waheed had been beginning his day with this practice for the past three years, to provide clean drinking water for his family as a necessity of life. “My brother died of cardiacRead More
President Zardari launches ‘Benazir Hunarmand Programme’ to empower skilled workforce
Speaking on the occasion, the President underscored the importance of education and skill development, stating that every household should be equipped with the tools of learning and education. He said that BISP was based on the philosophy of Zulfikar Bhutto Shaheed whose legacy was carried forward by Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto, who believed in inclusive prosperity and education for all. “We are determined to realize her vision for the uplift of marginalized segments of society,” the President said. First Lady Aseefa Bhutto Zardari was also present at the launch ofRead More
Gwadar, Karachi port hospitals fail global health standards: Minister
ISLAMABAD, JUN 21 (APP/DNA): Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs, Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry has launched a climate-resilient transformation of healthcare infrastructure at Karachi Port Trust Hospital, Port Qasim Medical Center, and Gwadar Port Hospital to strengthen maritime health systems against climate-related risks. In a high-level meeting here the federal minister announced the launch of the nationwide baseline assessment of these key facilities, aiming to integrate climate adaptation into maritime healthcare, said a press release. He directed taking measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, minimize contamination risks, and develop climate-resilient healthcareRead More