ISLAMABAD, JAN 27 (DNA) -The Pakistan Consulate General in Mazar-e-Sharif was closed when an Afghan woman was caught trying to sneek a hand grenade into the Consulate, in her personal bag. The woman was arrested by the police and is under investigation to find perpetrators of the failed attack. The Embassy of Pakistan in Kabul has urged the Afghan Foreign Office to provide foolproof security to its Consulate General in Mazar-e-Sharif and to share the findings of its investigation at the earliest.
4th ODI: Pakistan beat South Africa by 8 wickets to level series
JOHANNESBURG, (DNA) – Opening batsman Imam-ul-Haque smashed a half century to help Pakistan equal the ODI series against South Africa on Sunday.Earlier, Hashim Amla and Faf du Plessis added 101 for the third wicket, but Pakistan struck quickly on either side of their stand with Usman Shinwari starring with 4 for 35 to bowl the hosts out in 41 overs.
Army hailed for rooting out terrorism
ISLAMABAD, JAN 27 (DNA) – Islamabad Chamber of Small Traders (ICST) on Sunday lauded the role of armed forces in eradicating terrorism and rebuilding militancy-hit areas.The sacrifices of Army has changed the situation in FATA and elsewhere to an extent that local and foreign businessmen have started exploring opportunities in these regions which is very heartening, it said.
Mini-budget to support businesses, production and exports
ISLAMABAD, JAN 27 (DNA) – The Pakistan Economy Watch (PEW) on Sunday said recently amended finance bill will reduce the cost of doing business which will reduce the price of many items.The move will support businesses and help exporters regain ground in the international market as the government has reduced and abolished several taxes to lift economic activities, it said.
Twin bombings at church kill at least 21 in southern Philippines
MANILA, JAN 27 (DNA) – Twin bombings during a church service in the southern Philippines killed at least 21 people and wounded 71, security officials said, days after a referendum on autonomy for the mainly Muslim region returned an overwhelming “yes” vote.The first explosion went off inside the cathedral in Jolo, on the island province of Sulu, and was followed by a second blast in the car park outside, killing military and civilians, officials said.
Future of Indo-Pak ties to be different from past, hopes Indian high commissioner
ISLAMABAD, JAN 27 (DNA) – Ajay Bisaria the High Commissioner of India has said as the New Year has already begun, we should hope that our future will be different from our past and expected peaceful and friendly relations between the India and Pakistan.He expressed these views on the occasion of Indian Republic Day function. A large number of notables hailing from all walks of life attended the reception.Sate Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Ali Mohammad Khan was the chief guest while heads and representatives of almost all political parties of Pakistan also attended the event.
Rescue mission launched for seven people missing in Upper Kohistan mountains
LAHORE, (DNA) – Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) provincial government authorities have initiated a search and rescue operation on Sunday, for at least seven people missing in the Upper Kohistan mountains after heavy snowfall in the region.According to details, at least seven people had reportedly gone in search of precious gemstones in Spat Malli area in Upper Kohistan. The treasure hunters lost contact with their families after heavy snowfall covered the region and blocked routes leading to the mountains.Deputy Commissioner Hamid ur Rehman has said that the rescue operation has been launched after families have approached the district administration for the rescue operation. The families of the lost treasure hunters had not heard from them for more than a week, sparking fears that they may be trapped or dying.
Eight dead after Houthi militias shell a camp in Yemen
The Houthi militias shelled a camp for displaced persons in Haradh in Yemen’s Hajjah province on Saturday, killing seven people and wounding 30 others.The correspondent said that the wounded included women and children, and that the camp is located about 15 kilometers from areas where clashes occur.He also pointed out that the shelling was carried out by guided missile.
Malaysia scraps multi-billion dollar China-backed project
KUALA LUMPUR, JAN 26 (DNA) – A multi-billion dollar China-backed rail project in Malaysia has been scrapped, government officials said Saturday, adding that the cost of building it was too high.Malaysia has in recent months suspended several major projects signed under the country´s previous scandal-plagued regime, in a bid to cut the country´s massive one trillion ringgit ($251 billion) debt.
Armed forces day of Thailand celebrated
ISLAMABAD, JAN 26 (DNA) – The Defence and Military Attache of Embassy of Thailand hosted a grand reception to mark the armed forces day of Thailand.Air Marshal Shahid Akhtar Aliv Deputy Chief of the Air Staff was the chief guest.Satja Raktiprakorn the defence attaché of Thailand in his speech welcomed the guests and said both Thailand and Pakistan enjoy excellent relationHe added Pakistan’s armed forces are the most professional forces in the world and we have a lot to learn from them.He hoped defence cooperation between the two countries will grow even in the prospect.(DNA)
