PCB, Beaconhouse sign scholarship agreement for young cricketers
LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has signed a formal agreement with Education Services Limited (Beaconhouse) to provide fully funded academic scholarships to emerging cricketers across the country. The signing ceremony took place at the PCB headquarters in Lahore, with PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi attending as the chief guest. PCB
Pak-Afghan ceasefire agreement is a step in right direction, says Ishaq Dar
ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar on Sunday welcomed the Pakistan-Afghanistan ceasefire agreement reached late Saturday night in Doha, describing it as “the first step in the right direction.” In a post on X, Dar thanked Qatar and Turkiye for their “constructive role” in facilitating the
ISPR releases new patriotic song “Qaum Ke Shaheedon Tumhein Salaam”
RAWALPINDI: The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) has released a new national song titled “Qaum Ke Shaheedon Tumhain Salaam” to pay tribute to the martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the country’s peace and security. According to ISPR, the song honours the bravery of the armed forces and civilians who laid
Pakistan launches first Hyperspectral Satellite “HS-1”
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has successfully launched its first hyperspectral satellite, HS-1, developed by the Space & Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO). SUPARCO confirmed the successful launch, calling it a breakthrough in Pakistan’s technological and scientific advancement. The HS-1 satellite, equipped with advanced hyperspectral imaging technology, can capture highly detailed images across
Talal urges Kabul to honor Doha accord, stop use of Afghan soil by terrorists
ISLAMABAD: Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry has said that the only way to establish peace and stability between Pakistan and Afghanistan is for Kabul to fully abide by the Doha Agreement, i.e., not allowing terrorists to take advantage of its territory. During his appearance on the private TV
Pakistan, Afghanistan agree on ceasefire, Khawaja Asif confirms deal
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Afghanistan came to a decision for a ceasefire in order to cool down the recent border and stop the further rising of the situation. The deal was made during a tough talks in Doha where Qatar and Türkiye acted as mediators. The case was confirmed by the
Pakistan, Afghanistan agree to immediate ceasefire, confirms Qatari Foreign Ministry
DOHA: The Qatari Foreign Ministry has now confirmed that Pakistan and Afghanistan have come to a consensus on an immediate ceasefire, which is a very significant move towards a peaceful and friendly coexistence of the two countries. The Qatari Foreign Ministry said that the ceasefire was the outcome of talks
Taliban shuts down Shamshad News over refusal to air anti-Pakistan content
KABUL: The Taliban government in Afghanistan has forcibly closed Shamshad News operations, one of the most important private television channels in Afghanistan, due to supposedly not showing anti-Pakistan materials. As per reports from Afghan media, officials at the Taliban suddenly cut off all transmissions from Shamshad News, both television and
Attaullah Tarar criticises KP Chief Minister for skipping key meeting on Afghan refugees
ISLAMABAD: Federal Information Minister Attaullah Tarar on Saturday strongly criticized the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister for skipping a key meeting on the repatriation of Afghan refugees, calling it an instance of political point-scoring. Speaking to the media, Tarar said the meeting, chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, included participation from
Pakistan, Afghan Taliban conclude first round of Qatar-mediated talks
DOHA: The first round of talks between Pakistan and Afghanistan concluded in Doha, according to informed sources. The next session, scheduled for tomorrow morning, will focus on cross-border infiltration by militant groups operating from Afghan territory. Sources said Pakistan’s delegation was led by Defence Minister Khawaja Asif, while the Afghan
