First Lady of Pakistan Lauds China’s Lifesaving Support for Children

ISLAMABAD: First Lady of Pakistan, Aseefa Bhutto Zardari, lauded the compassion and dedication of Chinese doctors in saving the lives of Pakistani children suffering from congenital heart disease. She made these remarks in her keynote address at the Mid-Autumn Celebration titled “A Shared Beaming Moon, All United Hearts and Hands,” held at the Chinese Embassy. … Read more

PPP Senators Criticize Punjab Government’s Response to Floods and Political Tensions

Islamabad: At a press conference held at the Pakistan Peoples Party Central Secretariat, several PPP Senators voiced criticism against the Punjab government’s handling of recent floods and addressed ongoing political tensions. The discussion, led by Senators Shahadat Awan, Palwasha Khan, Waqar Mehdi, and Masroor Ahsan, highlighted the party’s stance on various national issues. Senator Palwasha … Read more

Pakistan Marks Twentieth Anniversary of Devastating Earthquake with Calls for Resilience

Islamabad: President Asif Ali Zardari emphasized the resilience of the Pakistani people on the twentieth anniversary of the 2005 earthquake, which claimed over 80,000 lives and left millions homeless. In his message on National Resilience Day, he paid tribute to the solidarity shown during natural and induced disasters in the country’s history. The earthquake, which … Read more

Islamabad Event Highlights Urban Solutions to Climate Crisis

Islamabad: Shehersaaz, in partnership with UN-Habitat and the Adaptation Fund, marked World Habitat Day with a community-focused event at the Ramada Hotel. The gathering explored the theme “Urban Solutions to the Climate Crisis,” attracting government officials, urban planners, and sustainability advocates to discuss how cities can spearhead climate action. The event commenced with networking and … Read more

Cotton’s Role in Pakistan’s Agriculture and National Security Highlighted at International Conference

LAHORE: Cotton plays a pivotal role in Pakistan’s national security and survival, according to Prof Dr Muhammad Ali, Vice Chancellor of Punjab University. He made these remarks during the inaugural ceremony of the International Cotton Conference 2025, held at the Punjab University Centre of Excellence in Molecular Biology. The event coincided with World Cotton Day … Read more

Noor Zaman Upsets Fifth Seed to Reach Quarterfinals at Open Squash Classic

Chicago: Noor Zaman, a rising talent in the world of squash, delivered an impressive performance at the $74,000 Open Squash Classic 2025, a Bronze Level tournament in the United States. Zaman advanced to the quarterfinals after defeating the tournament’s fifth seed, Grégoire Marche of France, who is ranked 20th in the world. Zaman, representing Pakistan, … Read more