The first-ever Kashmir Solidarity Day ceremony was held under the auspices of Information & Culture department at Liberty Chowk Lahore under the title ‘Kashmir Belongs to Us.’ Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif kindled the ‘Shama-i Azadi’ at Liberty Chowk and paid tributes to the martyrs of Kashmir by laying a floral wreath at their […]
Federal Minister for Information, Broadcasting, National Heritage and Culture Attaullah Tarar said on Friday that brotherly relations between Pakistan and Bahrain were very strong and based on common faith, history and culture. During a meeting with Bahraini Minister for Information Ramzan bin Abdullah Al Noaimi in Saudi Capital Riyadh he said exchanges of media delegations […]
Moringa, commonly known as “Suhanjna”, is a widely consumed vegetable in South Punjab and across the country. Despite its delicious taste and immense popularity, few people fully understand its remarkable health benefits. This fast-growing tree is not only found in Pakistan but also flourishes across South Asia, Africa, Latin America, and the middle East. Countries […]
The National Commission for Human Rights (NCHR) marked National Minority Day with a commemorative event at its Head Office in Islamabad, reaffirming Pakistan’s commitment to equality, religious freedom, and social inclusion. The event was presided over by Mr. Manzoor Masih, Member Minorities, NCHR, who delivered a keynote address highlighting the Commission’s ongoing role in promoting […]
LAHORE: Sacked Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif’s daughter Maryam Safdar on Sunday claimed that the world will witness Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz’s (PML-N) victory on September 17 in the NA-120 by-election. Maryam chaired PML-N’s session in Model Town to deliberate upon the preparations and to devise future strategies. Senator Pervaiz Rasheed, State Minister for Interior Talal Chaudhry […]
LAHORE: Punjab Home Minister Attaullah Tarar said on Saturday that Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Maqbool Gujjar’s
Pakistan and China are committed to cooperation for sustainable development and preservation of their rivers. In this regard, the two countries signed a cooperation agreement focusing on the Indus and Yangtze rivers to explore the challenges and opportunities faced by river cultures, ecosystems and economies and engage in discussions on sustainable development of major rivers, […]
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), on Tuesday, revised the instructions for profit and loss distribution and pool management for Islamic Banking Institutions (IBIs) which now are required to pay profit on their PKR saving deposits equivalent to at least 75 percent of the weighted average gross yield of all pools of an IBI. Deposits […]
Meezan Bank, Pakistan’s leading Islamic bank, has announced the launch of its Foreign Currency (FCY) Debit Card for Pakistani exporters and freelancers who hold an Exporters’ Special Foreign Currency Account (ESFCA) with the Bank. Powered by Mastercard, the FCY Debit Card is accepted worldwide and simplifies international payments, making it easier to manage business transactions […]
The 8th meeting of the Senate of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) was held on Thursday at the Senate Hall of the university, which was chaired by Vice Chancellor Dr. Mujeeb Sahrai. The Senate was informed that the budget of SMIU in the financial year 2023-24 was first time surplus in the history of the […]
The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Thursday directed authorities to provide detailed information about all cases registered against former Prime Minister Imran Khan. The court issued the order while hearing Khan’s petition to halt actions by NAB, FIA, and the police. Justice Muhammad Azam Khan presided over the proceedings, which saw the participation of Khan’s legal team, family members, and NAB officials.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced a nationwide climate and agriculture emergency after devastating floods wreaked havoc across Pakistan. He said the federal government would lead recovery efforts, urging provinces to contribute their fair share to handle the disaster effectively. Nearly 1,000 lives have been lost, and thousands of acres of crops are submerged, primarily in Punjab. The floods have now entered Sindh, causing further concern about food security and infrastructure damage.
The Tehreek Tahaffuz-e-Ain Vice Chairman, Mustafa Nawaz Khokhar, has petitioned the Supreme Court, seeking implementation of a majority decision by the Supreme Court (SC), (Practice and Procedure) Act Committee (PAPA) to fix petitions against the 26th Constitutional Amendment before a full court. The committee, by a 2-1 majority on October 31, 2023, directed the SC […]
The Peshawar High Court (PHC) on Monday heard 11 petitions regarding missing persons. The hearing was conducted by Justice Kamran Hayat MianKhel. During the proceedings, the Assistant Attorney General, Additional Advocate General of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and focal persons from the Home Department and police appeared before the court. A female petitioner informed the court that […]
Alkhidmat Foundation Pakistan, in collaboration with the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) and the Government of Pakistan, dispatched its 31st relief consignment comprising 100 tonnes of humanitarian aid for the people of Gaza on Monday. The consignment was sent from Lahore Airport to Egypt, from where it will be transported to Gaza via the Rafah […]
The Power Division has instructed electricity distribution companies (DISCOs) to ensure continuous power supply during heavy rains and floods. This directive comes as the country faces severe flooding. The division issued an emergency alert urging all DISCOs to maintain uninterrupted electricity services throughout the crisis.
A delegation from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has arrived in Pakistan to review governance and corruption issues. The IMF team plans to meet with Pakistani officials starting Monday. Their main goal is to offer technical assistance that will strengthen Pakistan's reform capacity.
A special court in Islamabad has granted two requests from Imran Khan, the founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). On Tuesday, the court allowed Khan to speak with his children and undergo a medical examination. Special Judge Central FIA, Shah Rukh Arjumand, announced the decision during a reserved verdict.
A large-scale corruption scandal has come to light in Data Ganj Bakhsh Town, Lahore, involving former Zonal Officer Planning (ZOP) Mehwish Naeem, multiple building inspectors, and a private builder allegedly named Rashid Khan. The Anti-Corruption Establishment (ACE) Lahore Region has officially registered a regular inquiry under case number E-499/2025 following preliminary verification of a complaint […]
For the first time in Punjab’s history, a woman has been elected Chief Minister with a strong mandate. Maryam Nawaz has accomplished historic feats that no previous chief minister could achieve. There is a common perception that women are only suited for household responsibilities and are not capable of managing administrative affairs. However, this is […]
The Pakistani nation celebrated ‘Pakistan Day’ on Sunday with a renewed pledge to transform the country into a true Islamic and welfare state in line with the vision of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah. The day was observed to commemorate the historic Lahore Resolution passed on March 23, 1940, under which Muslims of the Sub-continent set […]
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