Article: Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Esakh Dar, held a phone call with his Egyptian counterpart, Badr Abdel Ati, expressing satisfaction over the positive developments in bilateral relations between the two countries. The conversation focused on regional and global issues, including the situation in Somalia and Yemen, while both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to promoting regional peace, stability, and development. In other news, the National Cyber Crime Agency has been operationalized, with the Sindh Home Minister, Ata Tarar, assuring that there will be zero tolerance for terrorism-related content. The Chief Justice of Pakistan was briefed on the Rizwanur…
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The State Bank of Pakistan has expressed deepest condolences on the passing of Dr. Shamshad Akhtar, the country’s first female governor. The bank’s board, administration, and staff have jointly expressed their grief and sorrow over the loss of the renowned economist and stateswoman. According to a statement, Dr. Shamshad Akhtar’s tenure as the governor of the State Bank of Pakistan was marked by exceptional leadership, integrity, and dedication to public service. She played a pivotal role in strengthening the bank and promoting stable monetary and financial policies. Dr. Shamshad Akhtar left behind an enduring legacy that will serve as a…
Pakistan’s Federal Minister Rana Tanveer Hussain has stated that the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party is not a political party but a proxy of Israel and India. During a media conversation in Sheikhupura, Rana Tanveer Hussain said that the strategy of Field Marshal Asim Munir and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has made Pakistan a significant player in the world, and the government has stabilized the economy and made all economic indicators positive. He also stated that if Pakistan fails to get out of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) this year, it will have to return with stringent conditions. The federal minister…
Article: A large gathering of prominent personalities, including Arif Habib, Nadeem Nusrat, and Qadir Kundi, attended the funeral prayer of former Finance Minister and former Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan, Dr. Shamshad Akhtar, in Karachi. Arif Habib, a renowned industrialist and businessman, praised Dr. Akhtar’s invaluable services to the capital market, stating that her reform program played a significant role in building the capital market. Dr. Akhtar’s funeral prayer was held in Karachi. The prayer was attended by prominent business personalities, including Arif Habib, Nadeem Nusrat, Qadir Kundi, and others. In other news, the National Cyber Crime Agency…
Pakistan’s Council of Islamic Ideology Chairman, Maulana Tahir Ashrafi, has responded to the recent taunt by the Malam Military Alliance regarding the country’s defense capabilities. During a press conference in Jhang, Maulana Ashrafi emphasized that the Malam Military Alliance should listen to the people, as Allah has naturally blessed Pakistan with its defense. He stated that the successful operation against the Indian military will be a significant milestone in history, which will be remembered for centuries. Maulana Ashrafi pointed out that the world has always witnessed missiles being fired at Muslim countries, but for the first time, Pakistan’s missiles have…
Article: Punjab Information Minister, Ameen Ul Haque, has launched a scathing attack on the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) street movement, calling it a “joke” and a “futile exercise.” In a statement issued from Lahore, the minister said that the PTI leaders were “having a field day” after celebrating the Bangladesh flag for a night, but their “moment of triumph” was short-lived. He added that the movement’s leaders were left without a response to the slogans they had been chanting. Ameen Ul Haque further stated that the PTI leaders should return home and “get back to their respective provinces,” instead of trying…
A woman tragically lost her life at the Mianwali hospital in Sargodha due to alleged medical negligence. According to rescue sources, Waris, the husband of the deceased, placed the body on Kot Momin Road and demanded action against those responsible for the tragedy. Protesters claim that the woman had given birth to a child a few days ago, but due to inadequate facilities and doctors’ negligence, she lost her life. On the other hand, sources within the Health Department have confirmed that the Acting MS and CEO of the hospital have been suspended. The Health Department has promised to investigate…
Tehran, Iran – Pakistan and Iran have agreed to strengthen their bilateral cooperation in various fields, including trade, economy, security, and border management, at the third meeting of the High Border Commission held in Tehran. The Pakistani delegation was led by Additional Secretary of Foreign Affairs, Syed Ali Asad Gilani, while the Iranian side was led by Director General of International Legal Affairs, Abbas Bagherpour Ardakani. The meeting focused on reviewing the progress made in various areas, including border management, trade, economy, and security cooperation. Pakistani Ambassador to Iran, Muzammil Hussain Syed, said that both countries have agreed to further…
Pakistan’s Foreign Minister, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, reiterated the country’s commitment to supporting Somalia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity in a telephonic conversation with his Somali counterpart, Abdi Hassan Abdullahi. The Foreign Office spokesperson said that Pakistan expressed its full support for Somalia’s sovereignty and condemned any actions that could harm it. In a related development, Pakistan’s Interior Minister, Sindh, announced that the country has established a National Cyber Crime Agency to combat online terrorism, with a zero-tolerance policy for terrorist content. The minister also stated that Chief Justice of Pakistan has been informed about the case of Rizwan Bilal, who was…
The Chairman of the Awami National Party (ANP), Emile Jameel Khan, has expressed strong reservations about the privatization process in Pakistan, stating that the Pakistan Steel Mills and the Railway are dysfunctional entities that need to be transformed through transparent privatization. Addressing a gathering in Peshawar, Emile Jameel Khan emphasized the need for the government to re-examine the privatization process and make it more transparent, as the current system is not conducive to the country’s development. He also highlighted the importance of the government focusing on its core responsibilities, rather than indulging in business ventures that are not aligned with…
