ISLAMABAD, MAR 21 (DNA) – Prime Minister Imran Khan on Thursday called New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and condemned the terrorist attack against two mosques in Christchurch by a right-wing terrorist.The premier also expressed his admiration for the humane handling of the situation by the New Zealand authorities.PM Imran appreciated the quick response and the high level of respect shown by Ardern for the Muslim community.
Jamaat-e-Islami parts way with MMA
LAHORE, (DNA) – Jamaat-e-Islami has parted ways with the Muttahida Majlise Amal (MMA), an alliance of five religious parties.Liaqat Baloch, acting Ameer of the Jamaat e Islami, has formally informed the leadership of the MMA that the JI would contest the elections in the country from its own platform and under its own banner and election symbol.The decision was communicated to the MMA leadership at a meeting of the religious alliance in Islamabad on Wednesday.
Pakistan summons Indian High Commissioner to lodge protest
ISLAMABAD, MAR 20 (DNA) – The Acting Foreign Secretary summoned the Indian High Commissioner today to lodge Pakistan’s strong protest and condemnations against the acquittal of all four accused, including Swami Aseemanand, (the main perpetrator, activist of the Hindu terrorist organization RSS) in the Samjhauta Terror Attacks by the Special National Investigation Agency (NIA) Court.
Nowurz festivities kick start at Islamabad Serena Hotel on Sunday
In Azerbaijan Nowruz is celebrated as coming of spring season.
ISLAMABAD, MAR 20 (DNA) -Pakistan: The Islamabad Serena Hotel is hosting the Nowruz Celebration on Sunday (March 24, 2019) under its Cultural Diplomacy Initiative.The event will take place from 01:30 pm to 05:00 pm at Serena Hotel on March 24. While the first part of the event will kick start at 1030 am. The President of Pakistan Arif Aliv is expected to be the chief guest at the inaugural session.
Custodian of Two Holy Mosques launches four Wellbeing Projects in Riyadh
RIYADH, MAR 20 (DNA) – The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud launched here today four wellbeing projects for the kingdom’s capital Riyadh, which will significantly improve the lives of its citizens, transform the city into an attractive destination and make it one of the world’s most livable cities.
Foreign Ministers of Pakistan, China hold strategic dialogue in Beijing
BEIJING, MAR 19 (DNA) – The China-Pakistan Strategic Dialogue was held in Beijing, on Tuesday.The Dialogue was co-chaired by State Councilor and Minister of Foreign Affairs Wang Minister of Foreign Affairs Makhdoom Shah Mahmood Qureshi for Pakistan.During the Dialogue, the two sides undertook in-depth discussions on all aspects of bilateral relations, including China-Pakistan Economic Corridor, trade, investment and economic cooperation, people-to-people contacts and regional and international issues.
Asian airlines named the cleanest in the world
Ever wonder how clean the airline seat you’re sitting in is as you travel? A new survey has dished the dirt on which carriers offer the most pristine experiences for fliers.Japan’s ANA All Nippon Airways was named the cleanest airline in the world, as part of the Skytrax World Airline Awards 2018.The Japanese carrier claimed the top spot ahead of Taiwan’s EVA Air and South Korea’s Asiana Airlines in a top 30 list dominated by Asian companies.
Commander of National Guard of Bahrain meets Army Chief Gen. Bajwa
RAWALPINDI, MAR 19 (DNA) – Lieutenant General Sheikh Mohamed Bin Isa Bin Salman Al-Khalifa, Commander of the National Guard of Bahrain called on General Qamar Javed Bajwa, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) at GHQ.During the meeting matters of mutual / professional interest and overall regional security situation were discussed. Both sides agreed to further enhance military cooperation between the two countries. The visiting dignitary also appreciated Pakistan’s positive role for regional peace and stability.=DNA
This Chinese girl is on a mission to explore Pakistan’s hidden beauty
KARACHI: (DNA) – Foreign women are not new to Pakistan; the media has been buzzing with a lot of celebrities who’ve garnered commercial success but there is something unique about this girl from Hong Kong who has hitchhiked her way to Pakistan after travelling around 33 countries.21-year-old Marsha Jean is on a mission to photograph and travel across Pakistan through hitchhiking and cycling.“When I was 18, I travelled to Australia on my pocket money. My original plan was to travel for only two months but as I journeyed across and met other travellers, I realised how easy it was for me to travel,” she told.
Nawaz’s bail plea: SC to announce verdict on March 26
ISLAMABAD, (DNA) – The Supreme Court (SC) on Tuesday started hearing a plea filed by ousted prime minister Nawaz Sharif seeking bail on medical grounds.The former premier was convicted by an accountability court in the Al Azizia / Hill Metal corruption reference filed by the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) in light of the top court’s Panamagate judgment. He was acquitted in Flagship reference.The Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) supremo challenged the IHC verdict in the apex court. The appeal is being heard by a three-member bench headed by Chief Justice Asif Saeed Khosa.
