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Rare earth deposit: Norway’s govt takes over planning
OSLO, 22 APR (DNA) — Norway will take over planning for the Fen rare earth deposit — Europe’s largest — to speed up development...
Azerbaijan, Spain explore enhancing economic cooperation
BAKU, Apr 22: As part of its visit to Spain, a delegation from Azerbaijan led by Deputy Economy Minister Elnur Aliyev attended the...
‘Ploy to buy time’: Iran casts doubt on Trump’s ceasefire extension amid uncertainty over...
TEHRAN, APR 22: US president claims Iran "collapsing financially", wants Strait of Hormuz open but is trying to "save face".
Trump credits Pakistan’s mediation as Iran-US ceasefire extended at 11th hour; blockade holds
WASHINGTON: Iran signals it could join peace talks in Pakistan, but only if US abandons pressure tactics.
US, Iran blame game puts talks in jeopardy
US President Donald Trump has accused Iran of committing numerous violations of the fragile ceasefire in the Strait of Hormuz, citing gunfire directed at...
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Ambassador Hashmi inaugurates Pakistan National Pavilion in Shouguang
SHOUGUANG, APR 20: /DNA/ - Ambassador Khalil Hashmi visited Shouguang city in Shandong province from 19-20 April 2026 to participate in the 27th China...
Pakistan Embassy in Beijing celebrates 75 years with China
BEIJING, APR 17 /DNA/ - Today, as part of ongoing celebrations marking the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and China, the Embassy...
China urges US and Iran to avoid reigniting war
China has offered to host follow-up talks, while several European nations, including Spain, are calling for an immediate diplomatic initiative to prevent further bloodshed
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Uzbek, Chinese communities mark Int’l Chinese Language Day
TASHKENT, APR 22: About 300 people gathered here to celebrate International Chinese Language Day with a comprehensive showcase and performance of Chinese character art...
Azerbaijan remembers Zarifa Aliyeva
BAKU, APR 15: Today marks the remembrance day of Azerbaijan's prominent scholar, Honored Scientist, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Professor, full member of the Azerbaijan...
Uzbekistan Launches the Updated and Ambitious “Uzbekistan–2030” Strategy for National Development
TASHKENT — Uzbekistan has unveiled its updated Uzbekistan–2030 Strategy, marking a major step in the country’s journey toward national reform and development. Officials emphasise...
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EDITOR'S ARTICLES
Islamabad’s diplomatic setback
In hindsight, Islamabad may have overestimated both its influence and the readiness of the parties to engage. Diplomacy is as much about reading signals...
HEALTH
Al-Shifa Trust eye camps treat 665,000 patients
RAWALPINDI, 21 APR (DNA) — Al-Shifa Trust’s community outreach programmes reached more than 665,000 patients in the financial year 2024-25, while the organisation also launched a...
Mpox update: 25 confirmed cases, 9 deaths reported in Sindh
SUKKUR, Apr 15 (DNA): The Sindh Health Department has said a total of 122 suspected cases of Mpox have been reported across the province...
30-bed trauma facility opens at Major Shabbir Sharif Shaheed (Nishan-e-Haider) hospital
GUJRAT, Apr 6: A 30-bed trauma center was inaugurated at Major Shabbir Sharif Shaheed (Nishan-e-Haider) Hospital in Kunjah,while the upgradation of Rural Health Center...
ARTS & CULTURE
Made-in-Pakistan products featured at Food & Hospitality Asia
SINGAPORE, Apr 22: High Commissioner of Pakistan to Singapore Rabia Shafiq on Wednesday visited the Food & Hospitality Asia (FHA) 2026 event at Singapore...
Hyderabad to Host Book Fair at Sindh Museum on World Book Day
HYDERABAD, Apr 20: On the directives of Sindh Minister for Culture, Tourism and Antiquities Syed Zulfiqar Ali Shah, the culture department has announced to...
‘Shadows of Belonging’ exhibit marks Pakistan-China 75th anniversary ties
BEIJING, APR 18 /DNA/ - Embassy of Pakistan in Beijing co-hosted “Shadows of Belonging” Photo Exhibition to celebrate 75 Years of Pakistan-China Diplomatic Relations to...
