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ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : As part of the Türkiye–Pakistan Cultural Week (28–31 October) celebrated under the patronage of Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif to mark the 102nd anniversary of the Republic of Türkiye, a Letter of Intent was signed between the Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA) and the Directorate General of Archaeology, Department of Tourism, Archaeology & Museums of the Government of Punjab for the rehabilitation of the Javed Manzil / Allama Muhammad Iqbal Museum in Lahore. Commissioned by Pakistan’s national poet and philosopher Allama Muhammad Iqbal, Javed Manzil is the house where he lived and passed away, later…

ISLAMABAD: Talks between Afghanistan and Pakistan in Istanbul to broker a long-term truce have ended without a resolution, Afghan state media and a Pakistan security source said on Tuesday. Spokespeople for Afghanistan’s foreign ministry and Pakistan’s army and defence minister did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

Pakistan’s fiscal indicators have shown remarkable improvement in the first quarter of the current fiscal year, according to a new report by the Ministry of Finance. From July to September, tax revenue increased by 12.5%, surpassing Rs2,884 billion. The report revealed that total expenditure rose by 7.6% to reach Rs1,760 billion during the same period. Despite this increase, the government recorded a fiscal surplus of over Rs1,509 billion, a significant turnaround compared to a fiscal deficit of over Rs648 billion in the corresponding period last year. Strong fiscal management drives improvement Officials credited the improvement to better fiscal management and…

Pakistan has offered Bangladesh access to the Karachi Port Trust, allowing Dhaka to expand its trade network with China and Central Asian countries. The offer was extended during the 9th Pak-Bangladesh Joint Economic Commission (JEC) meeting held in Dhaka — the first such meeting in 20 years. The session was co-chaired by Pakistan’s Petroleum Minister Ali Pervez and Bangladesh’s Finance Advisor. The long-awaited meeting marked a milestone in Pakistan-Bangladesh relations, signaling renewed cooperation after years of limited engagement. According to an official statement, both countries underscored the importance of boosting collaboration between their national shipping corporations. Pakistan’s offer of Karachi…

The Pakistan Airport Authority (PAA) has announced plans to make all airports across the country fully cashless. The initiative aims to promote safe, transparent, and efficient payment systems for both passengers and staff. Under the new plan, passengers will be able to access all airport services — from food courts to retail outlets — without using cash. Instead, QR codes will be installed at all major airports in collaboration with the State Bank of Pakistan to enable seamless digital payments. Airport shops, service counters, and vendors are being directed to transition toward cashless operations, ensuring smooth and contactless transactions across…

Sudan’s army chief, General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, has announced the withdrawal of his forces from el-Fasher, the last military stronghold in Darfur, following the city’s takeover by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The move comes as the United Nations warns of widespread atrocities and a deepening humanitarian crisis in the war-ravaged region. The announcement came late Monday, a day after the RSF captured the main Sudanese army base in el-Fasher — a city that had resisted the paramilitary group since the conflict erupted in April 2023. General al-Burhan said the withdrawal was made to prevent further civilian casualties, accusing the…

Argentine football icon Lionel Messi has hinted that he may feature in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, saying he will evaluate his physical condition before making a final decision. The 37-year-old superstar, who turns 39 next June, remains hopeful of defending Argentina’s title in what could be his sixth appearance at football’s grandest tournament. Messi still not thinking about retirement Speaking to NBC News, the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner said he would assess his fitness early next year before committing to the World Cup in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. “It’s something extraordinary to be able to be in…

United States President Donald Trump met Japan’s newly elected and first female Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Tuesday, marking a milestone in US-Japan relations with the signing of major deals on rare earth minerals and trade cooperation. The meeting, held at Tokyo’s Akasaka Palace, also saw both leaders reaffirm their commitment to regional security, with Takaichi vowing to accelerate Japan’s military buildup and Trump commending her as a “great leader.” “Everything I know from Shinzo and others, you will be one of the great prime ministers,” Trump said, referring to late Japanese leader Shinzo Abe, Takaichi’s political mentor. The highlight…

Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 monster storm with sustained winds reaching 175 mph (282 km/h), is bearing down on Jamaica, threatening to unleash catastrophic damage on the island. The U.S. National Hurricane Center (NHC) has described it as the strongest storm on Earth this year, and possibly the most powerful hurricane in Jamaica’s recorded history since 1851. The hurricane has already claimed at least three lives in Jamaica, with four more deaths reported in Haiti and the Dominican Republic, bringing the total death toll to seven across the region. In its 18:00 GMT advisory, the NHC warned that “catastrophic and…

Hamas has transferred the remains of another deceased Israeli captive to the Red Cross, which is now transporting the body to Israeli troops in Gaza, according to the Israeli military. The handover took place on Monday, just hours after an Israeli drone strike killed two Palestinians in southern Gaza, highlighting the fragile nature of the ongoing U.S.-brokered ceasefire that came into effect on October 10. Under the terms of the agreement, Hamas must return the remains of 28 captives, while 16 bodies have been handed over so far. The 20 surviving captives were freed on October 13 as part of…