Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee will see Shawwal moon today on April 8, 2024A pivotal meeting of the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee is scheduled for Tuesday, April 9, to determine the sighting of the Shawwal-ul-Mukarram moon. The meeting will take place at the Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony and will be chaired by Maulana Syed Muhammad Abdul Khabir Azad. Esteemed members from various institutions, including the Ministry […]
British HC expresses desire to promote cooperation with Pakistan on April 6, 2024Interior Minister Syed Mohsin Raza Naqvi has emphasized the formulation of a common strategy to cope with terrorism, which is an international phenomenon. Talking to the British High Commissioner Jane Marriott in Islamabad on Friday, Mohsin Naqvi said Pakistan is the only country which has made immense sacrifices in the war on terrorism. He said […]
Youth engagement fundamental to combat ‘Open Solid Waste Burning’: Speakers on April 4, 2024The speakers at a stakeholders’ dialogue on solutions to open waste burning demanded the government and all quarters concerned to come up with enhanced mobilization efforts focusing on youth engagement to stir solutions for open waste burning leading to serious health issues. The Institute of Urbanism with the support of the Royal Academy of Engineering […]
British Council & PMYP forge stronger partnership on April 4, 2024The British Council and the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme (PMYP) have reaffirmed their commitment to empower youth and foster digitalization in Pakistan through enhanced collaboration and innovative initiatives. Representatives from British Council, highlighted the longstanding partnership between the organization and PMYP, which commenced in 2013 with a focus on the internship programme. The Representative emphasized […]
British HC Ms Jane Marriott hosts 12 faiths at interfaith Iftar dinner on March 30, 2024British High Commissioner in Pakistan Ms Jane Marriott hosted an Iftar dinner at the British High Commission for leading members of different religious communities across Pakistan to celebrate the country’s rich cultural diversity. Over 80 people from 12 faiths, including heritage experts working to promote cultural and religious diversity in Pakistan, attended the Iftar. At […]
Muslim world will be safeguarded with the freedom of Palestine & Kashmir: Liaqat Baloch on March 30, 2024Acting Emir Jamaat-e-Islami Pakistan, Liaqat Baloch has said that Muslim world will be safeguarded with the freedom of Palestine and Kashmir. Liaqat Baloch expressed these views on Yom-e-Badr, public aftar dinner in Mirpur, Azad Kashmir. He further said that masses of Jammu and Kashmir should be united and enthusiastically continue their struggle as dream of […]
President Zardari lauds bravery and resilience of Palestinian people on March 30, 2024President Asif Ali Zardari has urged the international community to make efforts for free flow of humanitarian assistance to Gaza and ensure protection of Palestinian civilians in the Gaza Strip. President Asif Ali Zardari was talking to Ambassador of Palestine to Pakistan Ahmed Jawad Rabei who called on him in Islamabad on Friday. The President […]
President Zardari for further boosting bilateral cooperation with the UK on March 29, 2024President Asif Ali Zardari has said that Pakistan and the United Kingdom (UK) enjoy cordial relations, rooted in history and shared legacy, which have been reinforced by high-level interactions and people-to-people contacts over the years. He stressed the need to further strengthen trade and economic ties for the mutual benefit of the two friendly countries. […]
Pakistan’s foreign policy rooted in peace, equality & justice: Ishaq Dar on March 28, 2024Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar has said that Pakistan’s foreign policy is deeply rooted in the principles of peace, equality, and justice. He said that Pakistan will continue to champion multilateralism, peace, development and mutual prosperity. This was stated by Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar at Inter-Faith Iftaar dinner hosted by Ministry of Foreign Affairs and […]
Pakistan needs clear policy guidelines, legislation to control iTFA risks: Experts on March 26, 2024The experts at a launch of a policy document on Monday demanded a multistakeholder engagement intended to increase awareness of risks due to Industrial Trans Fatty Acids (iTFAs) proliferating in the food range of the country. The Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI) in collaboration with Cargill launched the policy brief on Reducing Industrial Trans Fatty […]