BankIslami Hosts Iftar Dinner for Differently Abled Individuals at Dar-ul-Sukun

KARACHI: BankIslami recently organized an Iftar dinner at Dar-ul-Sukun, extending its warmth to differently-abled children and senior citizens. This event, held in the Holy month of Ramadan, emphasized the bank’s unwavering dedication to foster joy and inclusivity. The event featured lively activities, such as henna application, face painting, jumping castle, and distribution of Eid giveaways. These activities brought smiles to everyone’s faces, and promoted a sense of community and togetherness. The event was also attended by the senior management of JS Bank and BankIslami Pakistan. On this occasion, the Deputy CEO of BankIslami Mr. Imran Haleem Shaikh stated: “We are

Defence Minister, Kazakh envoy discuss defence cooperation

ISLAMABAD: Ambassador of Kazakhstan Mr Yerzhan Kistafin called on Minister for Defence, Khawaja Muhammad Asif here in Islamabad on Tuesday. The Defence Minister said Pakistan values its close friendly relations with Kazakhstan which are based on mutual goodwill and understanding to bring the two countries further close to each other, according to a press release. He highlighted that Kazakhstan because of its geographic location and its abundant resources is a key Central Asian State and also an important player on the international stage as well. The visiting dignitary acknowledged the existing scope and scale of cooperation and desired further cooperation

PTI’s Ayub appointed NA opposition leader

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s Omar Ayub was appointed the leader of the opposition in the National Assembly on Tuesday.

Speaker Ayaz Sadiq declared Omar Ayub as the leader of the opposition and issued a notification in this regard. Ayub has a…

Rana Tanveer directs USC to ensure quality of utility items

ISLAMABAD: Minister for Industries and Production Rana Tanveer Hussain has directed the Utility Stores Corporation (USC) to ensure the quality of flour and other utility items. Chairing a review meeting regarding Ramadan Package 2024, in Islamabad today, he said no compromise should be made on the recommended standard and quality of utility items. The Minister also directed the corporation to overcome any loophole in this regard. According to the spokesperson of the Ministry, a total of 12.5 billion rupees have been fixed for Ramadan Package 2024. Over ten million bags of ten kilograms floor will be distributed under this package,

APHC condemns BJP’s attempts to destroy Kashmiris’ identity

SRINAGAR: All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC has strongly criticized the Narendra Modi-led Hindutva Indian government for its relentless efforts to obliterate the identity and economy of the oppressed people of Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir. According to a Kashmir Media Service report, APHC spokesman Advocate Abdul Rashid Minhas in a statement issued in Srinagar expressed grave concern over the escalating atrocities and political injustices faced by the people in IIOJK. He highlighted that the Modi regime is actively pursuing the Hindutva agenda of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) with the intention of altering the majority character of the territory.

CM GB Meets PM Shehbaz In Islamabad

ISLAMABAD: Chief Minister Gilgit-Baltistan Gulbar Khan called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and discussed with him the matters related to health, education, energy projects and tourism sector. According to a report on Tuesday, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif was briefed about the progress of the ongoing work on two Hydropower Projects in Attaabad and Harpo by the Federal Government in Gilgit-Baltistan. The meeting was apprised that with the completion of these projects, uninterrupted supply of electricity will be ensured in Gilgit-Baltistan. The Prime Minister was apprised that the construction of Naltar Expressway has been completed which will play a key role

Third death anniversary of folk singer Shaukat Ali observed

ISLAMABAD: The third death anniversary of famous folk singer Shaukat Ali was observed on Tuesday.

Shaukat Ali was born on May 3, 1944, in a family of artists at Malakwal town in District Gujrat. He was known for singing Sufi poetry with great vigor a…

Gandapur says PTI’s election symbol and seats were snatched

PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur said on Tuesday the Constitution in the country was being violated repeatedly. Speaking to media, Gandapur said, “We will not back down. Lawmakers on reserved seats will not be allowed to take oath illegally.” He further said, “The Constitution is being repeatedly violated in the country. The Constitution was breached by not holding elections in Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa within 90 days.” Gandapur said PTI’s election symbol and seats were snatched. The KP chief minister said violation of Article 6 of the Constitution was punishable by death. He said the elected members