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Pakistan unequivocally condemns, the recent act of storming of the Al-Aqsa Mosque by Israeli ministers: Prime Minister

4Aug

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Pakistan unequivocally condemns, the recent act of storming of the Al-Aqsa Mosque by Israeli ministers: Prime Minister

Islamabad, 4 August 2025(Kamran Raja): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif unequivocally condemns, the recent act of storming of the Al-Aqsa Mosque by Israeli ministers. While he has said on his X account :"Pakistan unequivocally condemns, the recent act of storming of the Al-Aqsa Mosque by Israeli ministers, accompanied by settler groups and shielded by Israeli police. This sacrilege against one of Islam’s holiest sites is not only an affront to Muslims worldwide but also a direct assault on international law and the collective conscience of humanity. Such systematic provocations by the occupying power, coupled with reckless calls for annexation, imperils the prospects for peace. Israel’s shameless actions are deliberately inflaming tensions in Palestine and the wider region, pushing the Mi...

98th Anniversary of the founding of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) of China was commemorated at GHQ: ISPR

1Aug

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98th Anniversary of the founding of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) of China was commemorated at GHQ: ISPR

ISPR Rawalpindi, 01 August 2025(Kamran Raja): His Excellency Mr. Jiang Zaidong, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Pakistan, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. The ceremony was also attended by Major General Wang Zhong, Defence Attaché, officials from the Chinese Embassy, and senior military officers from the tri-services of Pakistan. Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Army Staff, extended a warm welcome to the Chinese guests and congratulated the PLA on its 98th founding anniversary. He lauded the PLA’s pivotal role in China’s defence, security, and nation-building. The COAS underscored the strength and strategic significance of Pakistan-China relations, emphasizing that the bond between the two nations is unique, time-tested, and exceptionally resilient am...

President PML-N Muhammad Nawaz Sharif & CM Maryam Nawaz Sharif Meet Saudi Arabiaian Ambassador to Pakistan H.E Nawaf Bin Saeed al-Maliki

31Jul

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President PML-N Muhammad Nawaz Sharif & CM Maryam Nawaz Sharif Meet Saudi Arabiaian Ambassador to Pakistan H.E Nawaf Bin Saeed al-Maliki

Lahore, 31 July 2025(Kamran Raja): President PML-N Muhammad Nawaz Sharif and Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif met Saudi Arabiaian Ambassador to Pakistan H.E Nawaf Bin Saeed al-Maliki to discuss matters of mutual interest, economic cooperation, defense partnership and issues related to the unity of Muslim Ummah. They conveyed their best wishes and heartfelt respect to the Custodian of Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz and Crown Prince Muhammad bin Salman, and reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthen historical, political, economic and defense relations between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. They agreed to further expand defense partnership, joint training, intelligence exchange and mutual cooperation.Madam Chief Minister said,"Land of Saudi Arabia holds a special ...

Pakistan Launches Fourth Earth Observation Satellite in Collaboration with China

31Jul

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Pakistan Launches Fourth Earth Observation Satellite in Collaboration with China

July 31, 2025(Kamran Raja): In a historic stride towards technological advancement and international cooperation, Pakistan successfully launched its fourth Earth Observation Satellite today, developed in close collaboration with its all-weather ally, the People’s Republic of China. The momentous launch was witnessed by the Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, Prof. Ahsan Iqbal, who attended the ceremony as Chief Guest. “This is not just a technological milestone,” stated Minister Ahsan Iqbal during the event. “It is a moment that lifts our national spirit and elevates our friendship with China higher than the skies.” The Minister emphasized that this satellite marks not just a launch but the beginning of a bold vision—positioning Pakistan as a future leader i...

British Council, FCDO, and KP Government Launch ‘ILMpact’ to Educate 80,000 Marginalised Children in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

31Jul

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British Council, FCDO, and KP Government Launch ‘ILMpact’ to Educate 80,000 Marginalised Children in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Peshawar, 31 July 2025(Ghufran): The Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, in collaboration with the British Council and the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), has officially launched ILMpact, a transformative education programme aimed at reaching more than 80,000 marginalised children across the province. ILMpact is designed to tackle long-standing educational inequalities in some of the most underserved regions of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The programme will prioritise access to quality education for girls, out-of-school children, minorities, and children with disabilities—groups that have traditionally faced significant barriers due to poverty, insufficient infrastructure, and deep-rooted social and cultural challenges. Key components of the programme include: ...

Pakistan Successfully Launches Remote Sensing Satellite, Marking a New Era in Technological Advancement

31Jul

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Pakistan Successfully Launches Remote Sensing Satellite, Marking a New Era in Technological Advancement

Islamabad, July 31, 2025(Kamran Raja): In a landmark achievement for Pakistan’s space program and technological progress, the country has successfully launched its Remote Sensing Satellite (RSS) from the Xichang Satellite Launch Centre (XSLC) in China. Developed and launched by SUPARCO (Pakistan’s national space agency), in close collaboration with China Electronics Technology Group Corporation (CETC) and MICROSAT China, the satellite marks a significant stride toward Pakistan's goal of building a robust Earth observation capability. This achievement places Pakistan firmly among the growing ranks of space-faring nations committed to harnessing space technology for sustainable development. The newly launched satellite is equipped with high-resolution, round-the-clock imaging capabilities, ...

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Meets Managing Director of World Economic Forum

30Jul

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Meets Managing Director of World Economic Forum

July 30, 2025(kamran Raja): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif today received the Managing Director and Member of the Managing Board of the World Economic Forum (WEF), Ms. Sadia Zahidi, in Islamabad.During the meeting, the Prime Minister reaffirmed Pakistan’s long-standing and productive partnership with the World Economic Forum, appreciating the WEF’s continued engagement with Pakistan, particularly through its annual meetings in Davos, Switzerland.Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif briefed Ms. Zahidi on the remarkable economic recovery Pakistan has achieved over the past few years, highlighting the government’s commitment to inclusive and sustainable growth. He expressed Pakistan’s strong interest in deepening cooperation with the WEF, especially in areas such as economic developm...

حکومت کا الیکٹرک بائیکس 2 سال کی اقساط پر دینے کا فیصلہ

30Jul

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حکومت کا الیکٹرک بائیکس 2 سال کی اقساط پر دینے کا فیصلہ

: جولائ 2025: ( غفران ) اسلام آباد: پیٹرول اور ڈیزل کے بجائے الیکٹرک گاڑیوں اور بائیکس کو فروغ دینے کے لیے وفاقی حکومت نے ایک لاکھ 16 ہزار الیکٹرک بائیکس 2 سالوں کی اقساط پر دینے کا فیصلہ کیا ہے۔ ذرائع کے مطابق الیکٹرک بائیکس کے لیے اقساط اور سبسڈی اسکیم تیاری کے آخری مراحل میں داخل ہوگئی، وزیر اعظم شہباز شریف یوم آزادی پر نئی ای وی پالیسی اسکیم کا اعلان بھی کریں گے۔ اسٹیٹ بینک اور بینک ایسوسی ایشن کی جانب سے اسکیم تیار کی جا رہی ہے، جس کے تحت فی الیکٹرک بائیکس اور رکشہ پر 50 ہزار کی سبسڈی دی جائے گی۔ اسکیم کے تحت اہلیت کے لیے عمر کی حد 18 سے 65 سال تک ہوگی۔ فی الیکٹرک بائیک کی قیمت 2 لاکھ 50 ہزار روپے تک مقرر ہونے کا تخمینہ ہے جبکہ 50 ہزار کی سبسڈی اور بقیہ 2 لاکھ سے زائد رقم اقساط میں ادا کرنا ہوں گی۔...

Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Army Staff (COAS), interacted with participants of the 16th National Workshop Balochistan: ISPR

30Jul

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Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Army Staff (COAS), interacted with participants of the 16th National Workshop Balochistan: ISPR

Rawalpindi, 30 July 2025(Kamran Raja): Addressing a diverse group of stakeholders including parliamentarians, representatives of civil society, civil servants, academicians, media personnel and youth; COAS resolutely reaffirmed Pakistan Army’s unwavering commitment to uproot the menace of terrorism and inevitability of sociology-economic uplift of Balochistan for national cohesion and integration. The COAS vehemently condemned India's blatant sponsorship of terror proxies, characterizing them as a failed attempt to target the deep rooted patriotism of the people of Balochistan. He elucidated that India, having suffered defeat in Ma’arka e Haq has now escalated its proxy war to advance her nefarious designs, specifically referencing to Fitna-al-Khawarij and Fitna-al-Hindustan as pawns of In...

President Asif Ali Zardari grieved over the loss of lives in China’s heavy rains

29Jul

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President Asif Ali Zardari grieved over the loss of lives in China’s heavy rains

Islamabad, 29 July 2025(Kamran Raja): President Asif Ali Zardari has expressed grief over the loss of precious human lives caused by the recent heavy rains in China.In his message of condolence to the people and leadership of China, President Zardari conveyed heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved families and expressed solidarity with those affected by the natural calamity.He stated that Pakistan stands firmly with China in this hour of grief. Pakistan and China are united in every moment of adversity,” the President said, adding that the people of Pakistan consider the sorrow of their Chinese brothers as their own.President Zardari reaffirmed Pakistan’s complete solidarity with China during this difficult time and shared the grief of the affected families.