Monday, February 24th, 2020
Uzbek embassy holds exhibition of Uzbekistan handicrafts, dresses
ISLAMABAD, FEB 24 (DNA) – The Embassy of the Republic of Uzbekistan in Islamabad on Monday organized a Fair of “Ikat and handicrafts of Uzbekistan “at the Embassy of Uzbekistan for the Spouses of Ambassadors in Pakistan. The designers from different regions of Uzbekistan were here in Islamabad to participate in this Fair. The main purpose of the event was to introduce and promote Uzbek national clothing and outfits, the rich culture and history of Uzbekistan, as well as demonstrate the unique tourist potential of the Republic. During theRead More
Balochistan Assembly passes resolution expressing solidarity with Iran, China on coronavirus
QUETTA, FEB 24 (DNA) : Balochistan Assembly on Monday passed a resolution expressing solidarity with Iran and China in their efforts against coronavirus. During session of Balochistan Assembly, Speaker ruled that federal and provincial government should effectively monitor areas located on Pak-Iran border and take effective steps to prevent spread of coronavirus. Chief Minister Jam Kamal assured the assembly that his government is diligently and seriously taking steps to curb the virus. He further said that despite low-resources, government is taking steps in association with Southern Command to prevent the spreadRead More
Afghanistan confirms first coronavirus case in province bordering Iran
KABUL/HERAT, FEB 24 (DNA) : Afghanistan confirmed its first case of the coronavirus in the western province of Herat on Monday, declaring a state of emergency in a territory bordering Iran which itself reported a sharp rise in cases. Dozens of cases of the virus, which originated in the central Chinese province of Hubei in December, have been confirmed in Iran where 12 people have died, the highest death toll outside of China. “I ask people to try to stay at home and restrict their movements,” Health Minister Ferozuddin Feroz toldRead More
Relationship with Pakistan is a very good one, Trump addresses India rally
AHMEDABAD, FEB 24 (DNA) : US President Donald Trump received a red-carpet welcome in the world’s biggest democracy Monday, addressing a huge rally at a mega cricket stadium on a maiden official visit to India that is big on photo opportunities but likely short on substance. Trade tensions have grown between the US and India, the world’s fifth-biggest economy, as Trump’s “America First” drive collides with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s protectionist “Make in India” mantra. While sharing concerns about China and deepening their defence ties, India has bristled at Trump’sRead More
FO refutes news of Trump’s visit to Pakistan
ISLAMABAD, FEB 24 (DNA) : Foreign Office Spokesperson Ayesha Farooqi said on Monday that United States President Donald Trump was unlikely to pay a visit to Pakistan. She termed speculations of Trump’s visit to Pakistan as “false”. The FO spokesperson welcomed the announcement of the U.S.-Taliban peace deal, and expressed hope that the agreement would bring peace and stability in Afghanistan. Tens of thousands of people packed into a stadium in western India to welcome U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday as he began his first official visit to theRead More
Banks to receive Hajj applications from tomorrow till March 6
ISLAMABAD, FEB 24 (DNA) : Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony on Monday announced the new date for collecting Hajj applications, and directed the designated banks to receive applications from February 25 (tomorrow) till March 6 (Friday) without any holiday. The ministry, in a press release, added that it has informed all the banks regarding its decision. The announcement stated that forms will also be received on Saturday and Sunday which are official bank holidays. The previous date was changed upon the federal cabinet’s disapproval of an important point.Read More