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ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : The Head of the Administration of the President of Uzbekistan, Saida Mirziyoyeva, has given her first major interview, in which she spoke in detail about her role within the system of public administration, the President’s working style, and the key priorities of the Administration. This was reported by Uzbek media outlets. According to her, the Presidential Administration focuses on shaping strategic directions and monitoring the implementation of decisions rather than engaging in day-to-day operational management. She described the current period as an “era of reforms,” emphasizing that sustainable change requires continuous oversight, accountability, and feedback from…

Director General ISPR Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry on Tuesday said Khyber Pakhtunkhwa remained the worst-affected province by terrorism, attributing the trend to a “political-criminal-terror nexus” and a favourable political environment for militants. Addressing an important press conference, Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry said the briefing aimed to provide a comprehensive overview of Pakistan’s counter-terrorism measures over the past year. He stressed that terrorism remains a serious challenge, but the state and people stand united in eliminating it. “The war against terrorism is the war of the entire nation,” he said, adding that terrorists are Khawarij and have no connection with the…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday declared farmers’ prosperity the government’s top priority as he directed officials to formulate a comprehensive plan to increase Pakistan’s agricultural exports. Chairing a high-level meeting, he stressed the need for reforms and adoption of modern farming methods aligned with global standards. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said reforms in the agricultural sector and introducing farmers to modern, globally prevalent methods are among the government’s foremost priorities. He was chairing a meeting of a working group comprising private sector experts, formed to enhance agricultural exports and align Pakistan’s agriculture with international requirements. The prime minister noted…

RAWALPINDI :A high-level defence delegation led by Bangladesh’s Air Chief Marshal Hasan Mahmood Khan, called on Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, Chief of Air Staff of akistan Air Force at Air Headquarters, Islamabad. The meeting focused on strengthening operational cooperation and institutional synergy, with emphasis on training, capacity building, and collaboration in aerospace advancements, the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) said in a press release on Tuesday. The visiting air chief was accorded a Guard of Honour. Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu briefed him on PAF’s recent advancements and reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to supporting Bangladesh Air…

The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued a severe cold wave alert for several northern regions and northern Balochistan, warning of intensified cold conditions and associated health and travel risks. According to the spokesperson of the National Disaster Management Authority, the alert has been issued by the National Emergency Operation Center. The advisory highlights a prolonged spell of severe cold weather across multiple regions of the country. The NDMA spokesperson said severe cold will continue in Gilgit-Baltistan, Azad Kashmir, upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and the Pothohar region. Similar harsh cold conditions are also expected to persist in northern parts of…

Travis Head scored 163 and Steve Smith became the second-most prolific Ashes run-scorer of all time on the way to his century as Australia took a first-innings lead of 134 on the third day of the fifth test against England on Tuesday. Already 3-1 up in the series with the urn secured for another 18 months, Australia finished the day on 518 for seven with Smith 129 not out and Beau Webster unbeaten on 42. Head’s century, brought up off 105 balls, was his third of the series, while skipper Smith hit the hundred mark for the 13th time in…

Twelve ministers of the Gilgit-Baltistan caretaker government were sworn in on Tuesday at an oath-taking ceremony held at the Governor House in Gilgit, marking the beginning of the interim administration ahead of assembly elections. Due to the absence of the governor, the oath of office was administered by Nazir Ahmed, the speaker of the Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly. He administered the oath to all twelve caretaker ministers during the ceremony. The caretaker cabinet had been formally approved four days ago by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The approval paved the way for the interim government to assume responsibility until the completion of the…

The Lahore Sessions Court has extended the interim bail of popular YouTuber Rajab Butt and TikTok star Nadeem Naniwala until January 26, amid ongoing investigations by the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA). Both appeared in court under heavy security following earlier incidents in Karachi. Additional Sessions Judge Mansoor Ahmed Qureshi presided over the hearing of interim bail applications for Rajab Butt and Nadeem Naniwala. During the session, the NCCIA lawyer informed the court that the investigating officer was currently occupied with proceedings in the High Court and requested additional time to submit investigation records. The court accepted this request,…

US President Donald Trump does not plan to occupy or nation-build in Venezuela, Republican US lawmakers said on Monday after attending a briefing by top officials on the administration’s policy toward the South American nation. “We do not have US armed forces in Venezuela, and we are not occupying that country,” Republican House of Representatives Speaker Mike Johnson of Louisiana told reporters after the classified session with Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and other senior officials. “If anybody wants to use the term nation-building, or anything like that, it doesn’t look like anything anybody has…

The price of gold saw another increase in both global and Pakistani markets on Tuesday.  According to the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association (APSGJA), the price of 24-karat gold increased by Rs3,200 per tola, reaching Rs467,962, as global rates rose amid steady investor demand. The price of 10 grams of gold also climbed by Rs2,743 to Rs401,201, according to the APSGJA. The price of 10g of 22-karat gold increased by Rs2,514 to reach Rs367,780. In the international market, gold prices increased by $32 per ounce to settle at $4,456. The uptick reflects sustained global interest in precious metals…