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First Lady Asifa Bhutto Zardari Highlights Pakistan’s Agricultural Excellence at Mango Festival 2026

31Jul

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First Lady Asifa Bhutto Zardari Highlights Pakistan’s Agricultural Excellence at Mango Festival 2026

Karachi, 30 July 2026(Nosheen): Her Excellency the First Lady of Pakistan, Ms. Asifa Bhutto Zardari, graced the Mango Festival 2026 as the Chief Guest at a ceremony organized by the Foreign Affairs Liaison Office (FALO), Karachi, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, at the Karachi Marriott Hotel on Thursday.The Festival was organized as part of FALO Karachi’s public diplomacy initiatives to showcase Pakistan’s rich agricultural heritage, promote the country’s export potential, strengthen engagement with the diplomatic community, support economic diplomacy, and bring diplomacy closer to the people of Sindh through meaningful public outreach.The event was attended by the Honourable Chief Minister of Sindh, Syed Murad Ali Shah; Additional Foreign Secretary Ambassador Muhammad Khalid Jamali; M...

Pakistan and Türkiye Deepen Railway Cooperation with Focus on Digitalization and Modern Traffic Systems

31Jul

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Pakistan and Türkiye Deepen Railway Cooperation with Focus on Digitalization and Modern Traffic Systems

Türkiye, 30 July 2026(Kamran Raja): Federal Minister for Railways Muhammad Hanif Abbasi held an important meeting with Mustafa Özdöner, Director General of TCDD Teknik, and his team at the Eryaman Monitoring Centre in Türkiye. The meeting focused on strengthening Pakistan–Türkiye cooperation in the railway sector, with particular emphasis on modern technology, digital transformation, and technical collaboration.During the visit, the Federal Minister reviewed Türkiye’s advanced experience in train operations, traffic management systems, modern signalling infrastructure, Centralized Traffic Control (CTC), and digital railway solutions. Both sides agreed to leverage Türkiye’s successful model in modern signalling, centralized traffic control, and digital railway operations to support the ...

Petroleum Reform Committee Advances Roadmap for Transparent and Competitive Fuel Pricing System

31Jul

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Petroleum Reform Committee Advances Roadmap for Transparent and Competitive Fuel Pricing System

Islamabad, 30 July 2026(Ghufran): The fifth meeting of the Committee constituted by the Prime Minister to review Pakistan’s petroleum pricing mechanism was held today under the chairmanship of Federal Minister for Petroleum, Ali Pervaiz Malik. During the meeting, the sub-committees presented their findings and recommendations on various aspects of the petroleum pricing mechanism. KPMG also delivered a comparative analysis of petroleum pricing and taxation structures across the region.The Committee appreciated the proposed daily pricing formula and the measures introduced to enhance transparency and reduce price volatility under the new petroleum pricing mechanism. Addressing the meeting, Federal Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik emphasized that deregulation of the petroleum sector should be i...

Saudi Arabia Appoints Dr. Rajeh Tami Albugamy as Ambassador to Pakistan

31Jul

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Saudi Arabia Appoints Dr. Rajeh Tami Albugamy as Ambassador to Pakistan

Jeddah, 30 July 2026(Kamran Raja): Dr. Rajeh Tami Albugamy has officially been sworn in as the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Ambassador to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan.He was among eight newly appointed Saudi ambassadors to friendly and brotherly countries who took the oath of office before His Royal Highness Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud during a ceremony held in Jeddah.According to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA), the oath-taking ceremony was conducted on behalf of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, with the Crown Prince witnessing the proceedings.Dr. Rajeh Tami Albugamy’s appointment as Saudi Ambassador to Pakistan reflects the Kingdom’s continued commitment to strengthening its longstanding and ...

Security Forces Foil Major Terror Plot in Balochistan, Destroy Two Explosives-Laden Vehicles and Neutralize Four Indian-Sponsored Terrorists: ISPR

31Jul

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Security Forces Foil Major Terror Plot in Balochistan, Destroy Two Explosives-Laden Vehicles and Neutralize Four Indian-Sponsored Terrorists: ISPR

Rawalpindi, 30 July 2026(Kamran Raja): Security Forces conducted an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Khuzdar District of Balochistan on 30 July 2026 following credible intelligence regarding the presence of terrorists belonging to the Indian proxy, Fitna al Hindustan.During the operation, security forces proactively intercepted the movement of two explosives-laden vehicles configured as Vehicle-Borne Improvised Explosive Devices (VBIEDs), which were being operated by terrorists. Through swift and decisive action, both vehicles were successfully destroyed, while four Indian-sponsored terrorists operating them were neutralized.Sanitization operations are underway to eliminate any other Indian-sponsored terrorists that may be present in the area.Pakistan’s Security Forces, in...

ایران نے امریکہ کی فوجی کارروائیوں میں تعاون کرنے والے ممالک کو نتائج سے خبردار کر دیا، بلغاریہ سے فضائی اڈے کا فیصلہ واپس لینے کا مطالبہ

31Jul

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ایران نے امریکہ کی فوجی کارروائیوں میں تعاون کرنے والے ممالک کو نتائج سے خبردار کر دیا، بلغاریہ سے فضائی اڈے کا فیصلہ واپس لینے کا مطالبہ

جولائی31 ، 2026(غفران ): ایران نے ایک بار پھر خبردار کیا ہے کہ جو ممالک اپنی سرزمین یا فوجی تنصیبات کو امریکہ کی ایران کے خلاف فوجی کارروائیوں کے لیے استعمال کرنے کی اجازت دیں گے، انہیں اس کے نتائج کا سامنا کرنا پڑ سکتا ہے۔ ایران نے بلغاریہ سے بھی مطالبہ کیا ہے کہ وہ بیزمر ایئر بیس پر امریکی فوجی طیاروں کی عارضی تعیناتی کی اجازت دینے کا فیصلہ واپس لے۔ ایرانی سرکاری میڈیا کے مطابق وزیر خارجہ عباس عراقچی نے بلغاریہ کی وزیر خارجہ ویلیسلاوا پیٹرووا چامووا سے ٹیلیفونک گفتگو کے دوران تہران کے تحفظات سے آگاہ کیا۔ عباس عراقچی نے کہا کہ بلغاریہ کی جانب سے بیزمر ایئر بیس پر امریکی فوجی طیاروں کی تعیناتی کی منظوری دینا، جو ایران کے خلاف فوجی کارروائیوں کی حمایت کے لیے دی گئی ہے، ایران کے خلاف جارحیت میں سہولت فراہم کرنے کے مترادف ہے۔ انہوں نے اس فیصلے کو ناقابل قبول قرار دیتے ہوئے کہا کہ...

Japan and IOM Strengthen Pakistan’s Border Security Through Landmark FIA Capacity-Building Project

30Jul

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Japan and IOM Strengthen Pakistan’s Border Security Through Landmark FIA Capacity-Building Project

Islamabad , 30 July 2026(Kamran Raja):Pakistan's border management and migration governance have received a significant boost following the successful completion of a four-year capacity-building initiative funded by the Government of Japan and implemented by the International Organization for Migration (IOM). The project concluded with the formal handover of advanced border management equipment, transport vehicles, and institutional resources to the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) during a ceremony held at FIA Headquarters in Islamabad.The event was attended by Japanese Ambassador to Pakistan H.E. Akamatsu Shuichi, IOM Pakistan Chief of Mission Mio Sato, FIA Director General Dr. Usman Anwar, along with senior officials from the Embassy of Japan, IOM, and the FIA. The initiative rep...

TRAPPED BEHIND THE SCAM, World Day Against Trafficking in Persons – 2026

30Jul

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TRAPPED BEHIND THE SCAM, World Day Against Trafficking in Persons – 2026

Islamabad , 30 July 2026(Kamran Raja):Every year on 30th July, the world observes the World Day against Trafficking in Persons to raise awareness of the plight of trafficking victims and to strengthen global efforts to protect and support them. This year’s theme, “Trapped Behind the Scam”, draws attention to the growing threat of trafficking in persons for the forced criminality, where criminal networks exploit vulnerable individuals by deceiving, coercing, and forcing them to commit crimes, including online scam operations and other cyber-enabled criminal activities that generate significant illicit profits for organized crime groups. To mark the day, representatives from federal ministries, government departments, law enforcement and criminal justice institutions, the developm...

Pakistan and Saudi Arabia Discuss Regional Security and Palestine Situation

30Jul

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Pakistan and Saudi Arabia Discuss Regional Security and Palestine Situation

Islamabad, 30 July , 2026 (Kamran Raja): Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar held a telephone conversation with Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister, Prince Faisal bin Farhan, to discuss key regional and international developments, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. During the conversation, the two foreign ministers exchanged views on the evolving regional and global situation. They paid particular attention to recent developments in the Red Sea and the Bab al-Mandeb Strait, emphasizing the importance of maintaining peace, stability, and the uninterrupted flow of maritime trade in the region. The ministers also discussed the worsening humanitarian and political situation in Palestine, with special focus on East Jerusalem. Both leaders welcomed Jord...

Chairman Senate Invites Greater Chinese Investment, Reaffirms Pakistan’s Commitment to Expanding Strategic Economic Cooperation

29Jul

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Chairman Senate Invites Greater Chinese Investment, Reaffirms Pakistan’s Commitment to Expanding Strategic Economic Cooperation

Islamabad, July 2026(Kamran Raja): Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani has reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to further strengthening its all-weather strategic partnership with China, emphasizing that enhanced economic cooperation and increased Chinese investment will play a pivotal role in Pakistan’s sustainable development and regional connectivity.The Chairman Senate expressed these views during a meeting at Parliament House with a high-level delegation comprising representatives of the Tabani Group and Shandong Hi-Speed Group Co., Ltd. (SDHS), one of the People’s Republic of China’s largest state-owned infrastructure and investment enterprises.The SDHS delegation was led by its Chairman, Mr. Xu Xiang, and included Mr. Wang Zhenrong, Country Director, along with Mr...