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ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : The Ambassador of Germany to Pakistan, His Excellency Grannas, hosted a warm reception in honour of the German hockey team Wiesbadener Tennis- und Hockey-Club (WTHC), which is currently visiting Pakistan to participate in friendly matches under the Prime Minister Youth Programme. The event, was attended by prominent political figures and members of the sports fraternity, further underscoring the significance of sports in strengthening German-Pakistan relations. Ambassador Grannas expressed his deep appreciation for the visit, calling it an excellent initiative that provides a unique platform to strengthen bilateral ties between Germany and Pakistan through sports. He highlighted…

At least 47 more Pakistanis were deported from Saudi Arabia, Azerbaijan and seven other countries in just one day due to allegations of illegal activities other charges, immigration sources reported on Monday. Sources said that Saudi Arabia expelled six Pakistanis over charges of involvement in drug peddling, while four other Pakistanis were deported from Azerbaijan after being declared “unpleasant” individuals by the officials there. Additionally, other deportations included four passengers, who were sent back to Pakistan for attempting illegal entry into Malaysia and Iraq, as per the immigration sources. Meanwhile, two more Pakistani nationals were among the deportees from Sri…

LAHORE : Former federal minister Fawad Chaudhry has strongly criticised Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) political committee, calling it “worthless.” In a post on social media platform X, Fawad Chaudhry remarked that PTI’s political committee remained silent on the treatment towards Imran Khan in jail, yet suddenly remembered to pass resolutions on an insignificant ‘clerk’. He further accused the committee members of being individuals who never spent a single day in jail, misappropriated millions in party funds, and refused to provide financial accountability. “Those who are not worth even two takkas should be held accountable for the party’s funding,” he stated.

The Australian cricket team has arrived in Pakistan to participate in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, traveling in two separate contingents. The first group of 14 members, including coaches, captain Steve Smith, and support staff, reached Lahore via Dubai from Colombo. The second contingent, comprising 15 players and two additional staff members, also arrived in Lahore following the same route. The England cricket team is also scheduled to arrive in Pakistan today for the Champions Trophy. Australia will play their opening match against traditional rivals England on February 22 at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. Would you like me to provide a…

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar will travel to New York to participate in the high-level meeting of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) on “Practicing Multilateralism: Reforming and Improving Global Governance”, scheduled for February 18, 2025. The meeting has been convened by China under its rotating presidency of the UNSC for the month of February 2025. It will be chaired by the Foreign Minister of China, Wang Yi. Pakistan welcomes this timely initiative by China, which underscores the critical importance of multilateralism in addressing today’s complex global challenges. In his remarks, FM Dar will reaffirm Pakistan’s strong…

The hearing of the Toshakhana 2 case against PTI founder and Bushra Bibi has been postponed until February 27. Court staff informed the defendants’ lawyers about the adjournment. The case was scheduled to be heard Monday (today) at Adiala Jail. PTI founder’s lawyer, Khalid Yousaf Chaudhry, stated that the Special Judge Central’s court staff called to inform them that the hearing would not take place today. Without any proceedings, the case has now been adjourned until February 27. So far, statements from eight witnesses have been recorded, while cross-examination of the seventh witness, Qaiser Mehmood, by the PTI founder’s lawyer…

ISLAMABAD :The Senate and National Assembly sessions are scheduled to be held today (Monday). According to the official notification, the Senate session would commence at 4 PM, with a 36-point agenda that includes various bills, standing committee reports, and a condolence resolution for Prince Karim Aga Khan. Meanwhile, the National Assembly session is set to begin at 5 PM, featuring a 17-point agenda. As per the agenda the Law Minister would present an amendment bill for civil courts ordinance, the Interior Minister would introduce amendments to the Pakistan Coast Guards Act and the Prevention of Smuggling of Migrants Act, and…

ISLAMABAD : Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Syed Mohsin Raza Naqvi assured on Sunday the cricket fans and supporters that Pakistan were ready to host the highly-anticipated ICC Champions Trophy. In his speech at the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Curtain Raiser event held at the Dewan-e-Khas of Lahore Fort, Naqvi welcomed the distinguished guests and cricketers, particularly the winners of the 2017 ICC Champions Trophy. Naqvi said: “The significance of the venue, which not only represents Pakistan’s rich cultural heritage but also underscores the deep-rooted legacy of cricket in the nation.” “As I speak, four teams have already arrived in…

The All Pakistan Workers Alliance has announced a nationwide protest against the dismissal of daily wage employees of the Utility Stores Corporation. According to details, the protest will take place tomorrow across the country. The Central Secretary General of the All Pakistan Workers Alliance, Arif Shah, stated that employees in the Islamabad zones will demonstrate in front of the head office, while other workers will gather in front of press clubs in their respective regions. Shah further stated that if the decision to dismiss daily wage employees is not reversed, the Alliance will announce further actions. The workers have also…

LIMA: Pop star Shakira has been hospitalized in Peru with a stomach issue, forcing her to cancel her Sunday show in the Andean country, the singer said on social media. “I’m sorry to let you all know that last night I had to go to the emergency room for an abdominal issue and I’m currently hospitalized,” Shakira wrote in her post. “The doctors taking care of me have let me know that I’m not well enough to perform tonight.” The Colombian singer arrived in Lima on Saturday, her first stop to perform there in more than a decade. Videos posted…