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‎”Road to Makkah” Initiative Continues Successfully, Interior Minister Reviews Arrangements at Islamabad Airport

7May

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‎”Road to Makkah” Initiative Continues Successfully, Interior Minister Reviews Arrangements at Islamabad Airport

‎Islamabad, May 7, 2026(Kamran Raja): ‎Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi paid a surprise visit to Islamabad Airport. During the visit, he reviewed the immigration process for Hajj pilgrims and other passengers. The Interior Minister inspected the counters established for Saudi immigration of Pakistani passengers under the “Road to Makkah” initiative and interacted with the staff. ‎Under the Road to Makkah initiative, Hajj pilgrims are being provided fast-track Saudi immigration facilities at Pakistani airports before departure. Hajj pilgrims expressed satisfaction over the excellent arrangements for Saudi immigration facilities at Islamabad Airport under the program and thanked Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi. ‎‎Speaking to the Interior Minister, the pilgrims stated that the process w...

Russia Embassy in Pakistan Marks 81st Victory Day Anniversary with “Immortal Regiment” March

7May

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Russia Embassy in Pakistan Marks 81st Victory Day Anniversary with “Immortal Regiment” March

Islamabad, 07 May 2026(Kamran Raja):Embassy of Russia in Pakistan commemorated the 81st anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War on May 7, 2026, with a series of solemn and cultural events honoring the sacrifices made during the Second World War.The celebrations commenced with the traditional “Immortal Regiment” march, led by Russian Chargé d'Affaires Natalia Shmeleva and Russian Defence Attaché Colonel Vadim Fenchenko. The march was attended by the Ambassadors of Belarus, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan, alongside their family members, embassy officials, members of the Russian community in Pakistan, and citizens from several Central Asian nations.The “Immortal Regiment” is an annual remembrance campaign held around Victory Day on May 9, during which participants ...

9th Meeting of the Senate of COMSATS University Islamabad chaired by Federal Minister for Science and Technology Khalid Hussain Magsi

6May

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9th Meeting of the Senate of COMSATS University Islamabad chaired by Federal Minister for Science and Technology Khalid Hussain Magsi

Islamabad, 06 May 2026(Kamran Raja):The 9th Meeting of the Senate of COMSATS University Islamabad (CUI) was held on May 6, 2026, at 11:00 AM at the CUI Campus, Park Road, Islamabad. The meeting was chaired by the Honorable Federal Minister for Science and Technology/Pro-Chancellor-I, CUI, Khalid Hussain Magsi, on behalf of the Honorable President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan.The Senate deliberated on a comprehensive agenda covering a wide range of academic, administrative, financial, and policy matters, aimed at strengthening institutional human resource management and career progression mechanisms. The Senate of CUI also deliberated on strategic directions for investment and the introduction of Open and Distance Learning programs aimed at skill development. Further discussions ...

Pakistani Army Cadet Sardar Arsam Abbas Declared “Overall Best Foreign Military Cadet” in Australia

6May

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Pakistani Army Cadet Sardar Arsam Abbas Declared “Overall Best Foreign Military Cadet” in Australia

Rawalpindi, May 6, 2026(Nosheen Raja):According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the Australian Royal Military College (RMC), Duntroon has declared Pakistani Army Cadet Sardar Arsam Abbas (PMA 152 Long Course) as the “Overall Best Foreign Military Cadet” at the passing out parade held in Canberra on May 5, 2026.This prestigious award is conferred upon the highest performing foreign military cadet across all aspects of training, reflecting the exceptional standards of professionalism, dedication, and excellence demonstrated by the junior leadership of the Pakistan Army.The commissioning parade was reviewed by the Chief of Army of Australia, Lieutenant General Simon Stuart. The ceremony was attended by members of the diplomatic corps, including the Pakistani H...

Pakistan, U.S. Hold Constructive Virtual Talks to Advance Trade Cooperation

6May

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Pakistan, U.S. Hold Constructive Virtual Talks to Advance Trade Cooperation

Islamabad , 06 May 2026(Nosheen Raja):Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan held a virtual meeting with Rick Switzer, Deputy U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), to discuss bilateral trade ties, advancing ongoing negotiations, and exploring new avenues of economic cooperation between the two countries.At the outset, Deputy USTR Rick Switzer appreciated Pakistan’s constructive role in promoting regional stability and acknowledged its efforts in facilitating dialogue during recent regional developments. He noted that such contributions support a conducive environment for global trade and economic cooperation.Responding to these remarks, Federal Minister Jam Kamal Khan appreciated U.S. recognition of Pakistan’s constructive role in regional peace efforts and reaffirmed Pakistan’s ...

Chinese Ambassador Calls on Deputy Prime Minister of Pakistan , Reaffirms Pakistan-China Strategic Partnership

5May

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Chinese Ambassador Calls on Deputy Prime Minister of Pakistan , Reaffirms Pakistan-China Strategic Partnership

Islamabad, 04 May 2026(Kamran Raja): The Ambassador of China to Pakistan, Jiang Zaidong, called on Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar today in Islamabad.During the meeting, Ambassador Jiang extended his congratulations to the Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister on Pakistan’s decisive success commemorated on the anniversary of Marka-e-Haq. He underscored the enduring strength and resilience of the All-Weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership between Pakistan and China, describing it as a cornerstone of regional stability and cooperation.DPM/FM Ishaq Dar appreciated the Ambassador’s sentiments and reiterated Pakistan’s firm commitment to further strengthening its iron-clad partnership with China. He emphasized the importance of expanding coope...

CM Maryam Nawaz Expresses Grief Over Deadly China Factory Blast

5May

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CM Maryam Nawaz Expresses Grief Over Deadly China Factory Blast

Lahore, May 5, 2026(Kamran Raja): Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif has expressed deep sorrow and grief over the tragic loss of 21 lives in an explosion at a fireworks manufacturing factory in China.In her condolence message, the Chief Minister extended heartfelt sympathies to the families of the victims and prayed for the speedy recovery of those injured in the incident. She termed the loss of precious human lives as a great tragedy and shared the pain of the bereaved families.Maryam Nawaz further stated that Pakistan stands in solidarity with its Chinese brethren during this difficult time, reaffirming the strong bond of friendship between the two nations. She also prayed for strength and patience for the affected families to bear this irreparable loss.

PAKISTAN NAVY RENDERS ASSISTANCE TO INDIAN AND INDONESIAN CREW OF STRANDED VESSEL IN ARABIAN SEA

5May

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PAKISTAN NAVY RENDERS ASSISTANCE TO INDIAN AND INDONESIAN CREW OF STRANDED VESSEL IN ARABIAN SEA

Karachi, 05 May 26(Kamran Raja): Demonstrating unwavering vigilance and commitment to international maritime obligations, Pakistan Navy promptly responded to a distress call from multi-purpose offshore vessel MV GAUTAM operating in the Arabian Sea. The vessel, carrying seven crew members including six Indian and one Indonesian nationals, suffered a critical technical failure while en route from Oman to India, leaving it stranded at sea.Upon receiving distress alert, from Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) Mumbai, Pakistan Navy in coordination with Pakistan Maritime Security Agency (PMSA) immediately initiated a swift and coordinated response. Leveraging its robust maritime surveillance and response capability, Pakistan Navy ensured rapid deployment of PMSA Ship KASHMIR.The ...

PFUJ DELEGATION MEETS AMBASSADOR OF PAKISTAN TO FRANCE

5May

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PFUJ DELEGATION MEETS AMBASSADOR OF PAKISTAN TO FRANCE

Paris, May 05, 2026(Kamran Raja): A delegation of the Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists (PFUJ), led by its President Rana Azeem, called on the Ambassador of Pakistan to France, Mumtaz Zahra Baloch, in Paris today.The Ambassador warmly welcomed the delegation and underscored the vital role of journalism in strengthening democratic societies. She noted that the media serves as the backbone of informed public discourse and plays a key role in projecting a positive and balanced image of Pakistan at the international level.Ambassador Baloch briefed the delegation on the evolving Pakistan-France bilateral relations and highlighted the Embassy’s initiatives to enhance cooperation in trade, culture, academia, and media. She also shared insights into the role of UNESCO in the ...

SCHOLARS CONVENE AT IIUI TO RECENTRE INDIGENOUS THOUGHT IN AGE OF AI & DECOLONIALISM

5May

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SCHOLARS CONVENE AT IIUI TO RECENTRE INDIGENOUS THOUGHT IN AGE OF AI & DECOLONIALISM

Islamabad, 05 May 2026(Kamran Raja):Scholars from four continents gathered at the International Islamic University Islamabad on Tuesday to interrogate one of academia's most contested questions: whether decoloniality, as practised in universities today, has become the very thing it set out to dismantle. The two-day Caliban Speaks: International Conference on Recentring Indigenous Thought in the Age of Decolonialism and Technology, hosted by IIUI's Department of English and supported by the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan, drew academics, educators, and intellectuals from Australia, South Africa, Oman, and across Pakistan to the Allama Iqbal Auditorium at the Faisal Campus. In two days, the coferenice is witnessing four keynote addresses, eight parallel sessions, a...