PAKISTAN NEWS

Ambassador Masood Khan telephones his Turkish counterpart Expresses heartfelt condolences over the losses due to tragic earthquake.  Assures every possible support to the Turkish brethren at grief-stricken hourAmbassador Masood Khan has expressed his heartfelt sympathies and deep condolences to his Turkish counterpart in Washington over the loss of precious lives and massive destruction caused by the devastating earthquake. In his telephonic conversation with Ambassador Hasan Murat Mercan today , Masood Khan said that he was shocked and saddened to see the tragic devastation in Türkiye. “My heart goes out to you, the families who have lost their loved ones, those who are trying to recover and thousands who are injured,” Ambassador Khan said. “We, at the Embassy, are praying for our...

‘Act decisively before it is too late’, Guterres warns countries, laying out his priorities for 2023Addressing the General Assembly in New York, he appealed for urgent action now to achieve peace, economic rights and development, climate action, respect for diversity, and inclusive societies – both today and for generations to come. Before unfolding his 2023 roadmap, the Secretary-General extended condolences to the families of the victims of the devastating earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria, adding that the UN is mobilizing to support the response.Mr. Guterres stressed the need for transformation this year, grounded in the UN Charter and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. “As we look to priorities for this year, a rights-rooted approach is central to achieving our ultimat...

BEYOND BOUNDARIES: AUSTRALIAN HIGH COMMISSION EMPOWERING GIRLS THROUGH CRICKETThe Australian High Commission and Kinnaird College for Women with the support of the Pakistan Cricket Board today hosted the 4th Girls’ Cricket Cup in Lahore. The initiative aims to promote gender equality and empower girls through sport. Australia’s High Commissioner to Pakistan, Neil Hawkins, congratulated the girls and schools on their participation and thanked Kinnaird and Pakistan Cricket Board for their valuable support. “Sport can help tear down barriers and stereotypes,” Mr Hawkins said. “Every time these girls hit a boundary or take a catch, they’re building their confidence and inspiring others.” To prepare for the tournament, top coaches led the girls on a three-day coaching clinic. “We are ...