The Pakistan Navy has added another powerful vessel to its fleet with the commissioning of its second Milgem-class ship, PNS Khyber, in a grand ceremony held at the Istanbul Naval Shipyard in Turkey. The ceremony was attended by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, who highlighted the importance of strengthening defense production cooperation between Pakistan and Turkey.
Pakistani Naval Chief Admiral Naveed Ashraf stated that the close collaboration between the two navies is a manifestation of bilateral cooperation between the two countries. The Pakistan Navy has already launched its first Milgem-class submarine, Ghazi, in Wuhan, China.
During his visit to Pakistan, the Turkish President visited PNS Khyber and met with its crew, presenting them with the Guard of Honor. According to the Inter-Service Public Relations (ISPR), the Milgem-class ships are equipped with the latest technology and are considered to be advanced war platforms, integrated with modern arms and high-level sensors.
A deal for the construction of four Milgem-class ships for Pakistan was signed in 2018, with two ships to be built in Turkey and the remaining two in Pakistan. The ceremony highlights the growing defense collaboration between the two countries, which is expected to strengthen their bilateral ties.
Separately, Pakistani authorities are bracing for a severe heat wave in Karachi, with temperatures set to drop from Monday, and a 10-day dry spell predicted. Chief Meteorologist of Sindh, Amir Hyder, said that there is no chance of rain in the city for the next 10 days.
In other news, the Islamabad International Airport has been ranked as a three-star airport globally. Field Marshal Asim Munir, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee, has visited Saudi Arabia, where he met with the Saudi Minister of Defense, Prince Khalid bin Salman.
A car accident on the Super Highway in Karachi left several people injured, including one woman who was traveling in a car that was hit by a speeding vehicle. The accident occurred when the speeding vehicle lost control and crashed into the car carrying the woman and her family.
In Tootak, a collision between an oil tanker and a car resulted in the deaths of nine people and left 10 others injured. The collision occurred when the oil tanker and the car collided at a busy intersection.
In a related development, the Sindh government has launched a joint operation with the police to tackle dacoits in the province. The operation aims to apprehend and prosecute those involved in the heinous crime.
In a shocking incident, two dacoits were killed in a joint operation by the Rangers and police in Ghotki. The operation was conducted in the border areas of Sindh and Punjab.
Former Finance Minister Miftah Ismail has expressed his concerns over the current economic situation, stating that the problem lies with the mindset of the people and the lack of vision of the current government. He claimed that exports have not increased under the current leadership.
In a unique gesture, the Pakistan Publishers and Booksellers Association organized a five-day Karachi International Book Fair at the Expo Centre, which saw a record number of book sales on Sunday. The fair has been a huge success, attracting thousands of book lovers from across the country.
Meanwhile, Pakistan’s trade deficit has exceeded its ability to import goods for the past six months, which was only two weeks in February 2023. The country’s import capacity has been strained due to the ongoing economic crisis.
In a rare phenomenon, recent snowfall in northern Saudi Arabia and Qatar has transformed the desert mountains into a surreal landscape. Chief Meteorologist of Sindh, Amir Hyder, has predicted that Karachi’s temperature will drop from Monday, and there is no chance of rain in the city for the next 10 days.
Comedian Zaker Khan has sparked controversy by suggesting that comedians should not be judged based on their language use. The statement has sparked a heated debate on social media, with many comedians and fans expressing their opinions on the matter.
In a heartwarming gesture, Pakistan cricket star Babar Azam has organized a day for young fans at the National Stadium in Karachi. The event saw thousands of young fans attending the event, which was a huge success.
