In Pakistan, 10 million children are engaged in labor, with 6 million in hazardous conditions, primarily due to poverty, reports UNICEF and Human Rights Commission.
Washing rice removes dust and some nutrients but does not impact nutrition significantly, experts say. It can reduce arsenic and microplastics but isn't mandatory.
Pakistan's population surpasses 252 million, creating pressure on urban services. Experts see economic opportunities if youth receive quality education and jobs.
The Federal Constitutional Court has disposed of a case related to illegal constructions in Karachi, while withdrawing its earlier decision regarding restrictions on converting...
The Senate witnessed rare political alignment as both government and opposition members agreed to refer a bill regarding blue passport facilities for parliamentarians and...
The National Assembly has passed the “Islamabad Capital Territory (Ban on Plastic Covers for Books) Act 2026,” introducing a complete ban on plastic wrapping...
The Afghan Chargé d’Affaires was summoned to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Sunday to deliver a strong demarche regarding the vehicle-borne improvised explosive...
The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) on Monday hosted the two-day 2nd National Dialogue Platform on Anticipatory Action at its headquarters in Islamabad under...
Federal Interior Minister and Narcotics Control Minister Mohsin Naqvi held a meeting with Bangladesh’s State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shammi Obaid Islam in Islamabad,...
At least 15 police personnel were martyred when terrorists rammed an explosives-laden vehicle into the Fateh Khel police post in Bannu late at night,...
Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United States Rizwan Saeed Sheikh has said that India paid a heavy price for misinterpreting Pakistan’s desire for peace as...
Pakistan and Bangladesh signed a landmark agreement on cooperation in narcotics control and prevention during a high-level meeting between the two countries’ interior ministers...
Train services from Quetta to different parts of the country have been suspended due to unavoidable reasons, railway authorities confirmed on Friday.
According to railway...
The Federal Board of Revenue has approached the Islamabad High Court challenging the jurisdiction of the Federal Tax Ombudsman and a presidential decision regarding...
The Lahore High Court has ruled that all property-related cases involving overseas Pakistanis will be heard exclusively in special courts established under the Overseas...
The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan has expressed strong concern and condemnation over the recent increase in petroleum product prices, warning that the decision...
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a telephonic conversation with the Prime Minister of Qatar, during which both leaders discussed in detail the prevailing situation...
Under the Prime Minister Apna Ghar Programme, loans worth more than Rs5 billion have been disbursed to 1,845 individuals so far, officials informed a...
Pakistan has finalized planning for a 500-megawatt floating solar power project aimed at expanding renewable energy generation and reducing dependence on imported fossil fuels.
The...
A total of 365 drug-related cases were reported in universities across Pakistan during the year 2025, according to official documents.
The data shows growing concerns...
The Federal Constitutional Court has declared Section 7E of the Income Tax Ordinance unconstitutional, delivering a major setback to the Federal Board of Revenue...
Chief Justice of Pakistan held an interactive consultative meeting with vice chairmen and executive committee heads of the Pakistan Bar Council and provincial bar...
The Supreme Court of Pakistan participated in the Judicial Dispute Resolution Symposium held in Istanbul on May 4–5, contributing to international discussions on strengthening...
Pakistan and Iran have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations and expanding railway cooperation during a high-level meeting held in Islamabad on Wednesday.
According...
The Embassy of Pakistan in Beijing hosted the third edition of the Pakistan Professionals & Students Forum (PSPF) 2026 under the theme “STEM Connect:...
Federal Minister for Health Mustafa Kamal on Tuesday chaired a high-level meeting to review progress and preparedness under Pakistan’s national strategy for the elimination...
The Pakistan China Industrialisation Dialogue was held in Islamabad on Tuesday, bringing together policymakers, diplomats, business leaders, and development experts to chart the next...
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has announced a province-wide pen-down strike, alleging discriminatory treatment by the federal government in key financial and administrative matters.
Chief Minister...
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has strongly condemned the missile and drone attacks reported in the United Arab Emirates, expressing full solidarity with the UAE...
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar held a late-night telephonic conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araqchi to discuss the...
Pakistan has facilitated the transfer of 22 crew members from the seized Iranian container ship “MV Touska” as part of a confidence-building measure undertaken...
In a significant move aimed at reshaping the country’s education landscape, the Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training Ministry of Federal Education and...
Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Pakistan Yerzhan Kistafin called on Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani at the Parliament House on Monday,...
Federal Minister for Climate Change and Environmental Coordination Musadik Malik on Monday held a high-level meeting with President of the Institute of Finance and...
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, in his message on the occasion of World Press Freedom Day, has paid rich tribute to journalists, columnists, reporters, editors...
Pakistan has cautioned against any potential escalation from India, stating that it had already exposed what it described as “hostile intentions” before any further...
The government has reiterated its commitment to strengthening the real estate sector in Pakistan, signaling new policy reforms aimed at promoting investment and enhancing...
Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture Aurangzeb Khan Khichi attended and addressed the International Vesak Day 2026 celebrations held at the historic Taxila...
The Pakistan High Commission in Singapore, in collaboration with The Esplanade Theatre, organized a special evening of Qawwali titled “At the Feet of the...
President Asif Ali Zardari witnessed the signing of a joint venture agreement and two memorandums of understanding (MoUs) between Pakistani and Chinese organisations aimed...
Pakistan joined the global community in observing International Labour Day on May 1, with tributes paid to workers while highlighting the continued economic challenges...
Two new cases of poliovirus have been reported from Bannu and North Waziristan districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, according to health officials.
The National Institute of...
President Asif Ali Zardari, currently on an official visit to China’s Hainan province, held a telephone conversation with Iraq’s prime minister-designate Ali Falih Khadim...
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan has said that Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi will continue to hold office, asserting that...
The Ministry of Science and Technology held a high-level meeting with a United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) delegation to address growing concerns over lead...
President Asif Ali Zardari met Wang Jian, CEO of Hangzhou Jinjiang Group, and encouraged the company to expand its footprint in Pakistan, particularly in...
Federal Minister for Climate Change and Environmental Coordination, Dr. Musadik Malik, chaired the first meeting of the Committee on Cruelty to Animals in Islamabad...
The Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination (NHSR&C) has announced a significant development in Pakistan’s healthcare and regulatory framework, as the Central...
The Ambassador of Nepal to Pakistan, Rita Dhital, called on Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture, . Aurangzeb Khan Khichi, on Wednesday at...
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has directed authorities to ensure provision of all necessary facilities to domestic and foreign investors for enhancing exports. He...
The Pakistan Army’s Rocket Force Command has successfully conducted a training launch of the locally developed Fatah-II missile, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations...
A high-level delegation of senior officials of the European Union and representatives of leading European companies called on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif at...
The Power Division has said that due to global conditions and the unavailability of liquefied natural gas (LNG), electricity generation from power plants with...
The Punjab government has taken a major decision regarding rising public welfare expenditures and directed development authorities, Parks and Horticulture Authorities (PHA), Water and...
President Asif Ali Zardari on Sunday conferred the Sitara-i-Pakistan upon renowned Chinese cardiologist Prof. Pan Xiangbin in recognition of his exceptional contributions to cardiac...
President Asif Ali Zardari on Sunday witnessed the signing of three Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) between Pakistani and Chinese entities in key sectors including...
Wildlife authorities, in coordination with customs officials, seized 150 pigeons allegedly brought illegally from Dubai at Lahore Airport and arrested one suspect, officials said...
The long-dormant Parachinar Airport in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Kurram district has been reactivated after remaining non-operational for an extended period, according to official sources.
The restoration...
President Asif Ali Zardari, currently visiting Changsha in Hunan province of China, held a meeting with Shen Xiaoming, Party Secretary of Hunan Province, and...
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has expressed concern over a reported shooting incident at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner in Washington, extending well-wishes for...
The Islamabad Traffic Police has officially launched a fully paperless licensing system, marking a major step toward digital public service delivery.
The initiative was inaugurated...
The Power Division has formally approached National Electric Power Regulatory Authority to abolish application fees and licensing requirements for solar consumers with systems below...
Electricity demand has increased across Pakistan, while hydropower generation reached 6,000 megawatts during peak hours on the night of April 24, according to the...
The Punjab government has launched a new employment-linked agriculture initiative titled “Apna Khait Apna Rozgar”, aimed at providing livelihood opportunities to unemployed and landless...
Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China Jiang Zaidong called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif during a courtesy meeting in Islamabad, where both sides...
Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry has announced the establishment of a fisheries and aquaculture research and training centre at the...
The World Bank has warned that millions of young people in developing countries, including Pakistan, could face severe job shortages over the next 10...
The Federal Constitutional Court of Pakistan (FCCP) observed Earth Day on Monday, reaffirming its commitment to environmental stewardship and underscoring the need to protect...
The Federal Constitutional Court of Pakistan has announced that no judicial proceedings will be conducted at its Principal Seat in Islamabad on Wednesday, April...
Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan Jiang Zaidong said on Tuesday that China fully support of of Pakistan’s continued efforts to facilitate engagement between the United...
Pakistan and Iran discussed preparations for the second phase of Islamabad talks, with Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi meeting Iranian Ambassador Reza Amiri Moghadam to...
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz’s initiative to convert barren lands into economic zones under shrimp farming projects has made significant progress, with multiple developments...
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has accelerated education sector reforms, with Chief Minister Sohail Afridi chairing a high-level meeting to review progress and outline future...
The Punjab Assembly’s Standing Committee on Labour and Human Resource has unanimously approved the Provincial Employees Social Security (Amendment) Bill 2026, marking a key...