Author: Maryam Khichi
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is set to visit Tehran for the inauguration of Iran’s President-elect Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian on July 30. The Prime Minister will attend the ceremony at the invitation of Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, the Speaker of the Islamic Consultative Assembly of Iran, as announced by Foreign Office spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch during a press briefing. “The visit underscores the commitment of both countries to strengthen leadership-level engagement and bilateral cooperation,” the spokesperson noted. Earlier, on July 8, Prime Minister Sharif had called President-elect Dr. Pezeshkian to congratulate him on his election. During the call, both leaders discussed enhancing…
Federal Minister for Communications, Privatization, and Board of Investment Abdul Aleem Khan has instructed the National Highway Authority (NHA) to prioritize the construction of highways and identify new projects. He emphasized that there should be no compromise on the quality of highway and road construction, urging the NHA Chairman to assign honest and competent officers to these projects. Chairing a high-level NHA meeting on Thursday, the federal minister highlighted the issue of funding, noting that simply spending money is not a solution. He urged government departments to take measures to increase their income. He also encouraged NHA officers to leverage…
The Pakistan Tennis Federation (PTF) has garnered substantial support from international tennis organizations to enhance and promote the sport within the country, with a series of events scheduled in the upcoming months. During a recent visit to London, PTF President Aisam Ul Haq met with top officials from the International Tennis Federation (ITF), Asian Tennis Federation (ATF), and Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) to discuss various projects and seek their support and approval, according to a PTF official. As a result, the ITF has agreed to provide a 50% grant for four ITF Futures events in Pakistan, marking a significant…
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif inaugurated one of the country’s largest medicine warehouse projects on Wednesday. The Central Warehouse at Maraka will now provide free medicines to various districts. The CM has directed authorities to operationalize warehouses in Rawalpindi, Faisalabad, and Multan as soon as possible. Currently, nine warehouses with a capacity to store over 17 billion medicines and equipment have begun functioning. CM Maryam Nawaz Sharif personally drove a forklift to officially launch the project and monitored the departure of trucks loaded with medicines for distribution. She also inspected the furniture, medical equipment, and other goods designated for…
On Thursday, Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan hailed a groundbreaking collaboration aimed at combating hepatitis in Pakistan by 2030. This partnership, aligned with the government’s vision, marks a new era of advanced medical technology and innovative healthcare solutions in Pakistan. The minister praised the newly announced partnership between Lab Diagnostic Systems (LDS) and Hangzhou AICHEK Medical Technology Co. Ltd. as a progressive initiative that sets Pakistan on the path to self-sufficiency. He highlighted that such collaborations will not only strengthen the deep-rooted ties between China and Pakistan but also significantly enhance the healthcare system through self-reliance. This partnership…
Advisor to the Prime Minister on Political and Public Affairs, Rana Sanaullah Khan, emphasized Pakistan’s dedication to utilizing sports as a tool for building a more inclusive and resilient society during his address at the 11th Commonwealth Sports Ministers Conference in Paris. He highlighted Pakistan’s commitment to the conference theme, “Building Inclusive and Resilient Societies through Sports,” and expressed eagerness to collaborate with fellow Commonwealth nations to share best practices, drive progress towards shared goals, and inspire a new generation of athletes and leaders. Rana Sanaullah pledged Pakistan’s full commitment to sports collaboration with Commonwealth nations. The advisor, who holds…
The Pakistan U-18 Volleyball team is set to depart on Friday for the 15th Asian U-18 Volleyball Championship, taking place in Bahrain from July 28 to August 4. According to the Pakistan Volleyball Federation spokesman, the team, consisting of talented young athletes, will compete against top teams from across Asia, showcasing their skills and determination on an international platform. The players selected for the team include Talal Ahmed, Abu Bakar, M. Asan, Muhammad Hassan, Jabran Ajmal, Junaid Muhtad, Ali Shah, Muhammad Junaid, Muhammad Irfan, Muhammad Yahya, Muhammad Nasir, and Khizar Hayat. The delegation will be led by Muhammad Kamran, with…
Pakistani rowers from Karachi showcased exceptional dedication and resilience by participating in the Lithuanian U19 and U23 rowing championships. This achievement was the culmination of six months of an intense and demanding training regimen. The athletes embraced a grueling schedule that began at 4:30 am each day, involving two rigorous workout sessions, six days a week. This relentless pursuit of excellence not only pushed their physical limits but also demanded unwavering mental discipline. What sets these rowers apart is their remarkable ability to balance their strenuous training with their academic responsibilities. Despite the physical exhaustion from their demanding workouts, they…
The Capital Development Authority (CDA) launched a large-scale tree plantation drive on Margalla Hills, aiming to plant one million trees. Federal Information Minister Attaullah Tarar and the Prime Minister’s Coordinator on Climate Change, Romina Khurshid Alam, initiated the campaign by planting saplings near Trail 3. During the ceremony, the Information Minister emphasized the collective responsibility of citizens and the government to protect Margalla Hills, noting that Islamabad’s air quality is superior to other cities. He highlighted the importance of confronting climate change through extensive tree planting and encouraged all societal segments to participate actively in such campaigns to ensure a…
Romina Khurshid Alam, the coordinator to the prime minister on climate change and environmental coordination, announced on Sunday that the government will establish a world-class mountaineering school in Gilgit-Baltistan. This initiative aims to promote sustainable and environment-friendly climbing practices in the country. Ms. Alam stated that the school will offer structured training and educational facilities focused on mountaineering, Sherpa training, and sustainable tourism. This institution aims to promote world-class, eco-friendly mountaineering and tourism in Pakistan’s northern regions. During a meeting of the Prime Minister’s Committee to Establish the Mountaineering School in Gilgit-Baltistan, Ms. Alam emphasized the collaboration with the Gilgit-Baltistan…