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ISLAMABAD:The First Lady of Turkiye, Emine Erdogan visited the Maarif International School in H-8,  on  Islamabad Thursday during her official visit to Pakistan. The visit highlighted the deep-rooted friendship between Pakistan and Turkiye, particularly in the field of education. A special ceremony was held at the school to showcase the institution’s contributions to Pakistan’s education sector. The Maarif International School, a project of the Turkish Maarif Foundation, is dedicated to providing state-of-the-art educational facilities, fostering academic excellence, and promoting cultural exchange between the two brotherly nations. During the event, students presented vibrant cultural performances to welcome the Turkish First Lady,…

Chief of the Army Staff General Asim Munir denied receiving any letter from former premier and PTI founder Imran Khan on Thursday. Talking informally to the media and apparently referring to the incarcerated former premier’s ‘open letters’, the army chief said he would not “read it [letter] even if I receive it”. The army chief maintained that he would forward any such communication to the prime minister if he received it. General Munir maintained that the country was progressing satisfactorily and Pakistan was on the path of development. “Pakistan is moving forward and Pakistan has to move forward,” the army chief…

ISLAMABAD : Pakistan and Turkiye on Thursday exchanged the signed documents of several Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs), protocols and cooperation agreements in various fields to step-up bilateral ties in various fields during the visit of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to Pakistan. Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and President Recep Tayyip Erdogan witnessed exchanges of the accords between the two sides. On the occasion, PM Shehbaz Sharif and President Erdogan also signed the joint declaration of 7th meeting of High Level Strategic Cooperation Council (HLSCC) to further deepen strategic partnership between Pakistan and Turkiye. Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and Turkish…

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : Bank Alfalah, one of Pakistan’s leading financial institutions, has reinforced its commitment to financial inclusion by increasing its investment in Qist Bazaar, Pakistan’s rapidly growing buy-now-pay-later (BNPL) platform catering to essential purchases of people with minimal and easy instalments. As part of the latest funding round, Bank Alfalah has invested an additional PKR 55 million as part of Qist Bazaar’s Series A raise of around PKR 800 million, further solidifying its confidence in Qist Bazaar’s vision and exponential growth. Qist Bazaar has seen remarkable expansion, now operating 40 branches across seven cities, primarily serving Pakistan’s unbanked…

ISLAMABAD : President of Turkiye, Recep Tayyib Erdogan, arrived here at the Prime Minister House on Thursday. The Turkish president is on a two-day visit to Pakistan, where he has been accorded a warm welcome. The Pakistani and Turkish flags were hoisted on the Constitution Avenue whereas traditional dance of Azad Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan and four provinces was performed upon his arrival at the PM House. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif welcomed the distinguished guest, with the duo exchanging pleasant gestures for each other. The national anthems of both countries were played on the occasion. A smartly turned-out contingent of the Pakistan…

ISLAMABAD (DI NEWS) : ISLAMABAD (PEN) : The Institute of Regional Studies (IRS) organized a talk on China Pakistan Economic Corridor 2.0: Impact, Challenges and Opportunities featuring a thought-provoking address by Mr. Haroon Sharif, Founder and Chairman of Pakistan Regional economic Forum (PREF), and former Minister of State and Chairman of Pakistan’s Board of Investment. Mr. Sharif shared his extensive insights based on years of experience in international development and economic diplomacy. The presentation delved into the evolving dynamics of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), its transformative impact on Pakistan’s economy, and its future trajectory. The session was opened by…

The Supreme Court of Pakistan has postponed today’s scheduled oath-taking ceremony for seven new judges, rescheduling it for Friday due to delays in official notifications. The Ministry of Law and Justice issued the appointment notifications late last night for six permanent judges and one acting judge to the country’s highest court. The new appointments include Justices Hashim Khan Kakar, Shafi Siddiqui, Salahuddin Panhwar, Shakeel Ahmed, Amir Farooq, and Ishtiaq Ibrahim as permanent judges. Justice Mian Gul Hassan Aurangzeb has been designated as an acting judge of the Supreme Court, according to the ministry’s notification. The delay in issuing these crucial…

Oil prices fell on Thursday on expectations a potential peace deal between Ukraine and Russia would mean the end of sanctions that have disrupted supply flows and U.S. President Donald Trump’s intention to introduce reciprocal tariffs stoked inflation jitters. Brent futures were down 55 cents, or 0.73%, at $74.63 a barrel by 0141 GMT while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude dropped 52 cents, or 0.73%, to $70.85. Brent and WTI fell more than 2% on Wednesday after Trump said Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy expressed a desire for peace in separate phone calls with him, and Trump…

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) recent submission of a dossier to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), calling for action against Pakistan, was seen as yet another attempt to sabotage the country’s economic recovery. This move aligned with the PTI’s historical pattern of seeking foreign intervention to hinder national progress during moments of Pakistan’s stability. The party’s anti-state agenda, which continually aimed to undermine Pakistan’s economic stability, has been exposed. The PTI’s preference for foreign interference over democratic or legal solutions is evident. The recovery of Pakistan’s economy has remained a top priority, and any obstruction to this goal is considered contrary…

Pakistan pulled off a remarkable run chase to defeat South Africa by six wickets with six balls remaining in a highly anticipated ODI in Karachi on Wednesday, February 12, 2025. Chasing a target of 353, Pakistan reached 355 for 4, completing the highest successful run chase against South Africa in Pakistan’s ODI history. South Africa had posted a formidable total of 352 for 5 in their 50 overs, led by a fine batting display from the team. Despite this, Pakistan demonstrated remarkable composure and skill to surpass the target with ease, with the match concluding in a  boisterous fashion. The…