CDF Munir hosts Independence Day reception for Pakistan Army veterans: ISPR
Military’s media wing says veterans express confidence in the leadership of the Pakistan Army CDF…
CDF Munir hosts Independence Day reception for Pakistan Army veterans: ISPR
Military’s media wing says veterans express confidence in the leadership of the Pakistan Army CDF Munir meets veterans at Independence Day reception. Photo: ISPR Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Asim Munir, hosted a reception in honour of Pakistan Army veterans on the occasion of Independence Day, the military’s media…
Pharma roadmap envisages $10b exports
Minister urges industry to work with govt to make Pakistan innovation, export hub “It is a gateway to African countries with a huge scope for Pakistani products, especially textiles, cosmetics, cotton, pharmaceuticals and plastic,” said FPCCI President Irfan Iqbal Sheikh. photo: file ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal has called…
Pakistan clinch Asian netball plate division title
The country’s women overcome Thailand 55-50 in Hong Kong final, secure qualification for Cup Division Pakistan women’s netball team defeated Thailand 55-50 in the final of the Asian Netball Championship 2026 plate division, securing the title and earning qualification for the Cup Division. The next Asian Netball Championship will be held in Singapore in 2028….
Bangladesh keep Australia reeling
After securing a commanding 228-run lead, Bangladesh struck early to leave Australia struggling Darwin Bangladesh were in strong position as after posting 426 in response to Australia’s first innings total of 198 they reduced the hosts to 111-3 in Darwin as the third day’s play was in progress. Steven Smith (41) and Cameron Green (18)…
IHC adjourns Imran cases until recess ends
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has declined to fix cases involving PTI founder Imran Khan for hearing before the end of the ongoing judicial recess, despite the PTI legal team’s request for their early listing, sources said. The PTI legal team met the secretary to the IHC chief justice and pressed for the cases…
Economists warn 3.7% growth not enough
SBP governor says economy transitioning to sustainability, projects GDP at 3.5-4.5% KARACHI: Emphasising the need for continued reforms on Independence Day, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Governor Jameel Ahmad said on Thursday that the country’s economy has made important progress towards stability over the past year, driven by prudent fiscal and monetary policies and…
Pallister holds off Ledecky to win Pan Pacs 400m free title
Australian Lani Pallister celebrates her 400m freestyle victory in the Pan Pacific Championships in Irvine, California. Photo: AFP LOS ANGELES: Australian Lani Pallister attacked early and held on to win the women’s 400m freestyle ahead of US great Katie Ledecky at the Pan Pacific Championships in Irvine, California on Friday. Pallister led all the way…
Naqvi tells Norway FM of Afghan soil misuse
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Norway have agreed to enhance cooperation in various areas, including counterterrorism, prevention of illegal immigration, police training and mutual legal assistance. This came at a meeting between Intrerior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide in Islamabad. Mohsin Naqvi said Pakistan’s effective measures have contributed to a forty seven…
Islamabad MoU only way forward: Dar
ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Friday emphasised that the implementation of the Islamabad MoU of June 18 in letter and spirit was the only way forward, reaffirming Pakistan’s commitment to regional peace and security while safeguarding its national interests. Dar made the remarks during a meeting with US Chargé d’Affaires…
Nation celebrates I-Day with fervour
(Clockwise) Schoolchildren wave national flags at the mausoleum of Quaid-e-Azam in Karachi. Children riding a motorcycle carry a large national flag in Islamabad. Sikh artists perform cultural dance during a parada at D-Chowk. Photos: Jalal Qureshi/Express/Agencies ISLAMABAD: The nation celebrated its 80th Independence Day with national zeal and fervour on Friday, as President Asif Ali…
