Bangladesh Padma Bridge

Story Of Bangladesh’s Padma Bridge: More Than Just A Bridge?

By: Dr. Malika-e-Abida Khattak Bangladesh’s much anticipated Padma Bridge, also a dream project of the Bangladesh, is going to be inaugurated on June 25 this year and Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina Wajed will inaugurate the long-awaited bridge at 10:00am. The commuters of 21 districts of the south-west part of the country cross the Padma River…

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Gilgit-Baltistan Security Calculus

Gilgit-Baltistan in National Security Calculus

Special Report Grant GB ‘provisional province’ status was the unanimous recommendation of the seminar on ‘Gilgit-Baltistan in National Security Calculus’ organised by the Centre for Aerospace & Security Studies (CASS) in Islamabad. The discussion focused on the current political status of GB, its role in securing China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), its linkage with the Jammu…

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Cementing Pakistan-Nepal’s ties for better bilateral understanding

Most bilateral relations in the region, including those between Kathmandu and Islamabad, are dominated about India’s massive influence in the region. Both countries have a long history of diplomatic and political ties, and India has played an important role in both countries’ considerations. After India’s independence in 1947, Nepal maintained diplomatic relations with India, but…

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Dawah Academy of IIU

Aitkaf under the supervision of Dawah Academy of IIU

Islamabad (Soon Times)More than 300 faithful started observing Aitkaf on Friday before Maghrib prayer at Faisal Masjid under the supervision of Dawah Academy of International Islamic University (IIU). Incharge Islamic Centre, Faisal Masjid, Dr. Qari Zia ur Rehman told that after scrutiny of the applications more than 300 people were selected for Aitkaf at Faisal…

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Benefits Of Watermelon

By Fatima Wahab Watermelon is a sweet and refreshing low calorie summer snack. It provide hydration and also essential nutrients including vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. The presence of certain antioxidants in the lungs including vitamin C, may reduce the risk of having Asthma. A cup of Watermelon balls weighing around 154grams provide 1.25milligrame of vitamin…

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