Sufi legend ‘Saif-ul-Mulook’ comes alive on PNCA stage, rekindling Pakistan’s spiritual, literary heritage
ISLAMABAD, Friday, July 18, 2025 (WNP): The mystical aura of Punjabi folklore swept through the Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) Friday night as the timeless tale of Saif-ul-Mulook was brought to life in a soul-stirring theatrical performance, captivating an audience drawn from all walks of life. Organized in collaboration with Dolphin Communication, the event transcended conventional theatre —...
First batch of Pakistani agriculture graduates completes training in China
ISLAMABAD, Friday, July 18, 2025 (WNP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday expressed satisfaction and pride as the first batch of approximately 300 Pakistani agriculture graduates successfully completed their hands-on training in China, marking a major milestone in a bilateral initiative to modernize Pakistan’s agricultural sector. Taking to his official X (formerly Twitter) account, the prime minister wrote, “Very heartening...
China-SCO trade conference unveils bold vision for regional growth, innovation, & shared prosperity
QINGDAO, Friday, July 18, 2025 (WNP): The China-SCO Local Economic and Trade Cooperation Conference opened Friday at the SCODA Pearl International Expo Center in Qingdao, bringing together nearly 300 delegates from across Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member states in a bid to deepen local economic ties and unlock new frontiers for regional development. Hosted by the People’s Government of Shandong...
No mass disappearance of pilgrims: Sardar Yousaf clarifies, unveils digital tracking system for Zaireen
ISLAMABAD, Friday, July 17, 2025 (WNP): Federal Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony, Sardar Muhammad Yousaf on Friday addressed recent misunderstandings stemming from his earlier remarks about Pakistani pilgrims, clarifying that there is no indication whatsoever of thousands of Zaireen being missing abroad. He emphasized that his previous comments were misinterpreted and stressed that the issue at hand relates...
UAE marks first Union Pledge Day, celebrates legacy of unity, progress, & global leadership
ABU DHABI, July 18, 2025 (WNP): The United Arab Emirates on Friday observed the first anniversary of Union Pledge Day, a national occasion commemorating the country’s historic unification and reaffirming its continued journey of development, unity, and global leadership. Designated by President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Union Pledge Day is a powerful reminder of the vision and determination...
Minister Khichi orders urgent action to protect Katas Raj Temple after rain damage threatens ancient site
ISLAMABAD, Friday, July 18, 2025 (WNP): Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture, Aurangzeb Khan Khichi, on Friday took a serious notice of reported damage to the centuries-old Katas Raj Temple in Chakwal following recent heavy monsoon rains, which have endangered the structural integrity of the historic complex. Responding swiftly to public outcry on social and mainstream media, the minister...
Saudi twins Yara, Lara successfully separated in surgery, marking 65th global milestone for Kingdom’s medical team
RIYADH, Thursday, July 17, 2025 (WNP): Saudi conjoined twins Yara and Lara were successfully separated during a complex surgical procedure conducted Thursday at King Abdulaziz Medical City in Riyadh in a major medical milestone. According to the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief), Dr. Abdullah Al Rabeeah, General Supervisor of KSrelief and head of the Saudi Conjoined Twins...
PAF’s JF-17 Thunder Block-III steals spotlight at UK’s Royal International Air Tattoo 2025
RAWALPINDI, Thursday, July 17, 2025 (WNP): A contingent of the Pakistan Air Force (PAF), featuring its latest JF-17 Thunder Block-III fighter jets and a C-130 Hercules transport aircraft, touched down at Royal Air Force Base Fairford in the United Kingdom to participate in the prestigious Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) 2025—one of the world's largest military airshows. According to a...
Pakistan, Afghanistan, Uzbekistan reaffirm commitment to regional connectivity as trilateral railway pact moves forward
KABUL, Thursday, July 17, 2025 (WNP): Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Thursday participated in a series of high-level engagements in Kabul on the sidelines of the signing ceremony for the Framework Agreement on the Joint Feasibility Study of the Uzbekistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan (UAP) Rail Corridor, reaffirming the shared commitment to regional peace, connectivity, and...
Dawat-e-Islami Shura member meets Senate Chairman Gilani, extends invitation for grand Milad-un-Nabi celebrations
ISLAMABAD, Thursday July 17, 2025 (WNP): Member of the Central Executive Committee (Shura) of Dawat-e-Islami, Haji Yafoor Raza Attari on Thursday called on Senate Chairman Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani and briefed him on the organization’s global humanitarian and religious outreach efforts. During the meeting, Haji Yafoor Raza presented an overview of various departments of Dawat-e-Islami, with particular focus on the...