Pakistan’s High Commissioner in Canada, Muhammad Saleem, has highlighted the crucial role that artists play in bridging communities. According to him, cultural exhibitions, artist exchanges, and international collaborations are key pillars of Pakistan’s public diplomacy. This was stated during a meeting with renowned Pakistani artist Khalil Njemiy, who is internationally recognized for his unique Medallion Portrait art.
During the meeting, Khalil Njemiy shared his artistic journey, the significance of Medallion Portrait art, and its growing popularity worldwide. He emphasized that this unique art form plays an effective role in preserving history, expressing identity, and promoting dialogue between different cultures.
On this occasion, Khalil Njemiy presented a masterpiece Medallion Portrait of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah to the High Commissioner. Muhammad Saleem praised Khalil Njemiy’s services, stating that art is a powerful tool of cultural diplomacy. He noted that Medallion Portrait art is a unique blend of classical techniques with modern expression, which is contributing significantly to promoting Pakistan’s cultural heritage worldwide.
Separately, the Nationalization Commission Board has formed a transaction committee to oversee the privatization of Hesco (Hyderabad Electric Supply Company) and Sepco (Sukkur Electric Supply Company). According to Bloomberg, the talks to include Turkey in the Pakistan-Saudi defense alliance are at the next stage, and a possible agreement between the three countries is imminent.
Shafiq Jan, an advisor to the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government, has stated that the PML-N is in a state of disarray, with things slipping out of their hands. This was in response to a woman’s complaint that she was verbally abused by an official when she visited the office to lodge a complaint about counterfeit currency.
In a separate development, Senator Rana Sanaullah, an advisor to the Prime Minister, has stated that the PTI is not in a position to start a street movement. The Nationalization Commission Board has recommended the termination of the privatization process of HBL (House Building Finance Company Limited).
The police have arrested a mobile snatcher using advanced technology within 12 hours and recovered the stolen mobile phone. In a meeting chaired by Federal Minister Misdaq Malik, a briefing was given on the phased cutting of paper mill trees in Islamabad, which are causing allergies.
The police have stated that the incident occurred in the village of 7 South, and the parents of the affected girl have been named in a case against two suspects. The Environment Protection Agency has issued a notice to the housing society for cutting trees without permission.
Meanwhile, the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has stated that Punjab also went, but they did not treat their guests well. In a statement, the spokesman for PIA has announced that the airline’s first flight, PK 757, will take off on March 30 from Lahore to London.
In a separate development, the Immigration Bureau has released data on the number of Pakistanis who left the country for employment in 2025. The traffic police have stated that traffic flow is affected in various areas of the city, including Abdul Hafeez Road, Chaudhry Khaliq Zaman Road, and Chaudhry Khalique Zaman Road.
The leader of the opposition alliance, Tehreek-e-Huffaz, has stated that the PTI lacks discipline, with every 100 people having a leader. The Deputy Commissioner of Korangi has stated that the meeting will be held on Main Road, and there is a concern about disrupting traffic.
In a separate development, the Iranian Foreign Ministry has issued a statement condemning American statements as not being sympathetic to the people, but rather attempting to promote chaos and violence. The Deputy Commissioner of Korangi has stated that the meeting will be held on Main Road, and there is a concern about disrupting traffic.
In a separate development, Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan has partnered with his longtime friend and film producer Anand Pandit to invest in a large residential and commercial project in the Gujarat International Finance Tech City (GIFT City) in the Indian state of Gujarat. This marks his entry into the real estate development sector.
