ABU DHABI, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News / WAM – 19th Aug, 2026) The Ministry of Defence announced that assessments revealed the two ballistic missiles detected, originating from Iran, were targeting maritime navigation and fell into the sea. The Ministry of Defence affirmed in a statement its readiness to respond to any threats and to…
MULTAN, (APP – UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – 19th Aug, 2026) Pakistan Gold produced a stunning all-round performance to defeat Pakistan Greens by 101 runs in the final of the Al Batal Presents University of Lahore National Champions Cup 2026-27 and lift the title at the Multan cricket Stadium. Gold, led by fast-bowling all-round…
ABU DHABI, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News / WAM – 19th Aug, 2026) The United Arab Emirates has condemned in the strongest terms the Israeli raids on Abu al-Duhur Military Airbase in Idlib Governorate in the Syrian Arab Republic, reaffirming its categorical rejection of any infringement on the sovereignty of Syria or threats to its…
GENEVA, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News / WAM – 19th Aug, 2026) The World Health Organisation (WHO) has confirmed that the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) can still be brought under control within three months, despite the virus expanding across six provinces and claiming more than 2,325 lives. Speaking at…
MULTAN, (APP – UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – 19th Aug, 2026) Pakistan Gold batter Shamyl Hussain credited the entire team for its impressive performance, saying the players capitalised on the opportunity and produced a collective effort to secure victory. Talking to media after the match, Shamyl said the team did not play its best…
TASHKENT, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News / WAM – 19th Aug, 2026) The UAE National Archery Team has stepped up preparations for four upcoming Asian and Olympic tournaments with an international training assembly in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, scheduled through 24th August. The camp features combined practice sessions and two competitive events alongside Uzbek archers. Humaid Sabt…
ISLAMABAD, (APP – UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – 19th Aug, 2026) Martin Dow and the Government of Sindh have entered into a partnership to strengthen access to quality Primary healthcare services for the community of Baba Island, Keamari Town. Under the agreement, the Health Department has entrusted Martin Dow with the management, operation, and…
ISLAMABAD, (APP – UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – 18th Aug, 2026) The government on Tuesday increased the prices of petrol and high-speed diesel (HSD) with effect from August 19. According to a notification issued by the Petroleum Division, the price of HSD was increased by Rs5. 27 per litre to Rs395.69 from Rs390.42. The…
ISLAMABAD, (APP – UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – 18th Aug, 2026) Federal Minister for IT and Telecommunications, Shaza Fatima Khawaja, has termed the opening of Google’s first office in Pakistan a significant milestone in the country’s digital transformation and a reflection of growing confidence in Pakistan’s digital economy. The Minister stated Google’s local presence…
RAWALPINDI, (APP – UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – 18th Aug, 2026) Commissioner Salman Ghani and the Station Commander Rawalpindi jointly chaired a high-level meeting at the Commissioner’s Office to review and finalize a coordinated anti-dengue strategy for Rawalpindi Division and adjoining cantonment areas. Representatives from the Rawalpindi and Chaklala Cantonment Boards, Islamabad Administration, health…
