BOGOTÁ (International Desk) — In a powerful humanitarian gesture, Colombian President Gustavo Petro has announced that all gold confiscated from drug traffickers will be sold to finance medical treatment for injured children in Gaza. President Petro stated, “We will do what the rich nations have failed to do.” He emphasized that Colombia stands in solidarity…
By Staff Reporter Farzana ChaudhryLAHORE. In a significant move to advance academic collaboration and scientific innovation, Punjab University (PU) and the University of Engineering and Technology (UET) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote joint research and knowledge exchange initiatives for national development. The signing ceremony took place at the PU Vice Chancellor’s…
By Staff Reporter Muhammad ShahzadLAHORE Speaker of the Turkish Grand National Assembly Prof. Dr. Numan Kurtulmuş has commended the Government of Punjab for its remarkable efforts to preserve and promote historical and cultural heritage, during his visit to the Lahore Museum on Wednesday. Prof. Dr. Kurtulmuş was warmly welcomed by Dr. Ehsan Bhutta, Secretary Tourism,…
By Staff Reporter Dr. Ansab AliLAHORE— Principal of Ameer-ud-Din Medical College (AMC) Prof. Dr. Farooq Afzal underscored the urgent need to prioritize mental health care alongside physical health, particularly during disasters and emergencies. Speaking at an awareness walk and seminar organized at Lahore General Hospital (LGH) to mark World Mental Health Day 2025, he emphasized…
By Staff Reporter Farzana ChaudhryLAHORE (International Desk) — In a major step toward deepening economic cooperation between Hong Kong and Pakistan’s Punjab province, the Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce (HKGCC) and the Industries, Commerce & Investment Department Punjab (ICID) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on October 13 to enhance bilateral trade, investment, and…
By Staff Reporter Muhammad ShahzadLAHORE — Inspector General of Police Punjab Dr. Usman Anwar has paid heartfelt tribute to the 14 police officers and officials who embraced martyrdom in three coordinated terrorist attacks carried out in Lahore in 2009. Speaking on the 16th anniversary of the tragedy, Dr. Anwar said, “We salute the great sons…
ISLAMABAD (Muhammad Saleem ) — Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif on Monday rejected calls for immediate dialogue with Afghanistan, asking rhetorically how Islamabad could negotiate “with those whose hands are stained with our blood,” in remarks reflecting deep public anger after recent deadly border clashes. Asif’s comments came amid one of the sharpest escalations…
ISLAMABAD (International Desk) — Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder and former prime minister Imran Khan has announced a countrywide protest in response to the Muridke incident, calling for the establishment of a judicial commission to investigate the matter. In a statement issued from jail through his legal team, Khan demanded that Islamabad’s Inspector General of Police…
ISLAMABAD (M.Saleem ) Former prime minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan has offered to mediate between Islamabad and Kabul — saying he could help establish peace between the two neighbours if temporarily released on parole, his legal team and family members told reporters on Wednesday. The appeal came as Islamabad and Afghan authorities…
LAHORE.Authorities in Punjab have arrested 2,716 activists linked to a religious organization following a series of violent demonstrations across the province, police confirmed on Tuesday. According to officials, injured protesters will be detained immediately upon discharge from hospitals, as part of a coordinated crackdown. Law enforcement agencies have also completed geo-fencing operations to track down…
