Pakistan Reaffirms Support for Kashmiris on Black Day 2026

Kashmir Black Day commemoration at the Pakistan Embassy in Washington, D.C., highlighting Pakistan’s diplomatic support for Kashmiris’ right to self-determination.

Pakistan Reaffirms Support for Kashmiris’ Right to Self-Determination on Kashmir Black Day Ambassador Rizwan Saeed Sheikh calls for a peaceful resolution of the longstanding dispute in accordance with relevant UN Security Council resolutions By Fazal Khaliq | Washington, D.C. WASHINGTON, D.C., October 27, 2026 — Pakistan has reiterated its political, diplomatic and moral support for the people of Jammu and Kashmir, with Ambassador to the United States Rizwan Saeed Sheikh calling for a peaceful and just resolution of the longstanding dispute in accordance with relevant United Nations Security Council resolutions.…

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Pakistan–US Tech Connect 2026 Concludes in Chicago

Pakistan–US Tech Connect 2026 Concludes in Chicago, Strengthening Bilateral Technology and Investment Partnerships United States Remains Pakistan’s Largest IT Export Market; Ambassador Rizwan Saeed Sheikh Calls for Long-Term Strategic Partnerships and Greater Access for Pakistani Technology Firms US Lawmakers, Technology Executives, Investors and Leading Pakistani IT Companies Explore New Opportunities in Digital Trade, Innovation and Cross-Border Investment CHICAGO / WASHINGTON, D.C. — By Fazal Khaliq | October 24, 2026 The Pakistan–US Tech Connect 2026 series concluded in Chicago with a major technology and business networking event, bringing together American lawmakers,…

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51st Sir Syed Day Mushaira Celebrates Urdu Poetry in Maryland

Urdu poetry gathering celebrating the 51st Annual Sir Syed Day Mushaira in Maryland.

51st Annual Sir Syed Day Mushaira Celebrates Urdu Literary Heritage in Maryland Renowned poets from Pakistan, India and the United States gather to celebrate Urdu literature, cultural diplomacy and cross-cultural harmony. WASHINGTON, D.C. / MARYLAND — By Fazal Khaliq The Aligarh Alumni Association of Washington, D.C., hosted its prestigious 51st Annual Sir Syed Day Mushaira on October 18, 2026, at the Diyanet Center in Lanham, Maryland. The event brought together distinguished poets, literary scholars, community leaders and admirers of Urdu poetry from Pakistan, India and the United States. The annual…

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Pakistani-American Community Celebrates Family Festival in the U.S.

Pakistani-American families and community members gather to celebrate cultural heritage and unity at a family festival in the United States.

Pakistani-American Community Celebrates Unity and Cultural Heritage at Grand Family Festival in the United States More than 700 attendees join a vibrant community gathering organized by prominent businessmen Ahmed Rana and Kashif; Dr. Sabahat and Dr. Sonia Ahmed Rana highlight the importance of community engagement and stronger Pakistan–U.S. relations. WASHINGTON, D.C. — By Fazal Khaliq The Pakistani-American community in the United States came together for a grand Family Festival and Meet-and-Greet event celebrating cultural heritage, family values, and community solidarity. The gathering attracted more than 700 participants, including families, business…

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Pakistani Delegation Welcomed in Maryland, USA

Pakistani-American community leaders welcome a visiting Pakistani delegation at a reception in Maryland, USA.

Pakistani Delegation Receives Warm Welcome in Maryland as Community Leaders Reaffirm Commitment to Stronger U.S.–Pakistan Relations Prominent Pakistani-American leaders Gulsher Sahi, Hafiz Habib Ullah, Moazzam Sahi, Malik Sajjad and others engage visiting delegation in discussions on bilateral trade, investment, economic development and stronger people-to-people ties; commemorative cake-cutting ceremony marks the occasion. By Fazal Khaliq | Baltimore, Maryland, USA BALTIMORE, MARYLAND: A visiting delegation from Pakistan received a warm and distinguished welcome in the U.S. state of Maryland, where prominent Pakistani-American business executives, community leaders and social figures gathered for a…

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US Immigration Crisis Deepens Over Third-Country Deportations

US Immigration Crisis Intensifies Ahead of 2026 Midterm Elections

US Immigration Crisis deepens as the Trump administration expands immigration enforcement and the Supreme Court reviews third-country deportations.   WASHINGTON, D.C. (By Fazal Khaliq) — The US Immigration Crisis is entering another major legal and political phase as the Trump administration expands immigration enforcement and the Supreme Court reviews the government’s third-country deportation policy. Immigration has become a major issue ahead of the November 2026 midterm elections. All 435 House seats are on the ballot. About one-third of Senate seats are also up for election. The debate goes beyond the…

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Pakistani-American Community and Maryland Election 2026

PAKISTANI-AMERICAN COMMUNITY STEPS UP POLITICAL ENGAGEMENT AS MARYLAND ELECTION CAMPAIGN INTENSIFIES Community leaders join gathering supporting Democratic candidate Julian Jones as political activity builds ahead of November elections By Fazal Khaliq | Baltimore, Maryland BALTIMORE, MD — Political activity is gathering momentum across Maryland as the United States moves closer to the 2026 midterm elections, with communities across the state increasingly engaging in campaigns, public forums and voter outreach initiatives. In Baltimore County, a gathering in support of Democratic county executive candidate Julian Jones and his team brought together political…

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Kashmir Dispute Resolution Essential for South Asia Peace

JUST RESOLUTION OF KASHMIR DISPUTE ESSENTIAL FOR LASTING PEACE IN SOUTH ASIA: RANA QASIM NOON Pakistan’s Parliamentary Committee on Kashmir chairman says Islamabad will continue diplomatic, political and moral support for Kashmiris; praises PM Shehbaz Sharif for raising the issue at UN General Assembly In exclusive remarks to Express News, Noon says diplomatic and parliamentary engagement will continue, expressing hope for an eventual peaceful settlement By Fazal Khaliq | Washington, D.C. WASHINGTON, D.C., Sept. 28, 2026 — Chairman of Pakistan’s Parliamentary Committee on Kashmir Rana Muhammad Qasim Noon has said…

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Mian Irfan Yaqoob and the Pakistani-American Business Community

MIAN IRFAN YAQOOB CHAMPIONS GLOBAL CONNECTIVITY FOR PAKISTANI-AMERICAN BUSINESS COMMUNITY Maryland-Based Business Leader Steps Up Efforts to Unite Entrepreneurs, Promote Technology and Expand U.S.-Pakistan Commercial Engagement Engagement with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Highlights Growing Role of Pakistani-American Business Community in Investment, Innovation and Economic Cooperation By Fazal Khaliq | Washington, D.C. WASHINGTON — Maryland-based Pakistani-American businessman Mian Irfan Yaqoob is expanding efforts to bring together entrepreneurs, investors and professionals across the United States, with a broader vision of strengthening the global profile of the Pakistani-American business community and creating new…

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Washington Interfaith Gathering Promotes Global Peace and Harmony

INTERFAITH LEADERS GATHER IN WASHINGTON TO ADVANCE GLOBAL PEACE AND RELIGIOUS HARMONY Pakistani-American Community Figures Join Distinguished Gathering at The Washington Times Building By Fazal Khaliq | Washington, D.C. WASHINGTON — A high-profile interfaith gathering dedicated to advancing global peace, religious harmony and cooperation among communities was held at The Washington Times building in Washington, D.C., bringing together political, religious, civic and community leaders from diverse backgrounds. Organized under the banner of the Universal Peace Federation (UPF), the gathering highlighted the importance of dialogue, mutual respect and collective responsibility in…

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