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Rain damages claim 45 lives in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has released a report detailing damages caused by rainfall across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa since March 25. According to the report,...

Rs129bn relief package provided in three weeks, PM claims

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has stated that adequate fuel reserves are available in the country to meet national needs, while the government is actively...

Christians celebrate Easter across Pakistan and the world

Christians across Pakistan and around the world are celebrating Easter today, with special prayer services and religious gatherings held in churches to mark the...

PM announces major relief for rail passengers despite diesel price hike

Despite the increase in diesel prices in the country, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has provided significant relief for railway passengers. The Government of Pakistan has...

Free public transport announced for Islamabad residents

On the direction of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, all government transport in Islamabad has been made free for citizens. In a post on the social...

Senate chairman hails NAB over record Rs 6 trillion recovery

Chairman Senate Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani has said that efforts to eliminate corruption and strengthen transparency are aligned with the global agenda, particularly the...

Govt approves major maritime reforms to boost transshipment

In a major development aimed at strengthening Pakistan’s maritime sector amid evolving regional security dynamics, the Government of Pakistan has approved a series of...

Seven killed as floods hit multiple Balochistan districts

Rainfall and flash floods across several districts of Balochistan have resulted in the deaths of seven people and injuries to several others, according to...

Pakistan reaffirms commitment to autism awareness, inclusion on global day: PM Shehbaz

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to supporting individuals with autism, as the country joined the international community in observing...

President calls for inclusive support systems on World Autism Awareness Day

Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari on Wednesday urged greater national efforts to support individuals with autism, emphasizing inclusion, early intervention and improved access to...

Pakistan, IFC discuss boosting private sector investment

Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb held a meeting with Simon Andrews, Divisional Director for Pakistan, Afghanistan and Central Asia at...

Pakistan reviews wheat procurement amid global food concerns

Federal Minister for National Food Security and Research, Rana Tanveer Hussain, chaired a high-level meeting of the National Wheat Oversight Committee to review wheat...

Govt reviews strategies to tackle population challenge

Federal Minister for National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination, Syed Mustafa Kamal, chaired a high-level meeting to review the country’s growing population challenge and...

PBM assistance system to be made more efficient: Minister

The Federal Minister for Poverty Alleviation and Social Safety, Syed Imran Ahmed Shah, visited Mayo Hospital Lahore, where he conducted a detailed review of...

China, Pakistan put forward five-point initiative for restoring peace, stability in Gulf region and Middle East

BEIJING: China and Pakistan put forward a five-point initiative for restoring peace and stability in the Gulf and Middle East region during talks between...

Pakistan, China stress quick start of Iran-US dialogues

Pakistan and China have jointly called for the early initiation of dialogue between Iran and the United States, emphasizing diplomacy as the only viable...

Finance minister, KP chief minister discuss provincial financial issues

Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, held a meeting today with the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Mr. Sohail Afridi, at...

PDMA issues alert over glacial lake outburst flood risk in KP

The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has issued an alert to the administrations of five sensitive districts amid fears of glacial lake outburst floods...

Naqvi orders removal of illegally obtained identities from NADRA database

Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has directed authorities to remove individuals who have illegally obtained Pakistani citizenship from the national database. The directive was issued...

Kuwait jet fuel supply resumes, easing pressure on aviation sector

Supply of diesel and jet fuel from Kuwait via Pakistani vessels has been restored, ensuring the availability of aviation fuel and reducing the likelihood...

Election tribunal dismisses petition against Ataullah Tarar’s victory

The Election Tribunal has dismissed a petition challenging the electoral victory of Federal Minister for Information Ataullah Tarar from NA-127 in the general elections. According...

China, Pakistan unveil five-point initiative for peace in Gulf and Middle East

China and Pakistan have jointly proposed a five-point initiative aimed at restoring peace and stability in the Gulf and Middle East region following a...

Ishaq Dar to embark on official visit to China on Tuesday

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Muhammad Ishaq Dar will undertake an important official visit to China on March 31. According to a spokesperson...

KP rains claim 17 lives, 56 injured as houses collapse

Heavy rains in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have led to the collapse of houses’ roofs and walls, resulting in at least 17 deaths and 56 injuries...

Wildlife authorities impose province-wide ban on duck hunting

The duck hunting season in Punjab has officially ended, and Wildlife Rangers have imposed a province-wide ban on hunting, according to officials. A spokesperson said...

Pakistan, Kuwait discuss energy cooperation and bilateral ties

Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik held a meeting with H.E. Nassar Abdulrahman Jasser Almutairi, Ambassador of the State of Kuwait to Pakistan,...

Pakistan launches OneImpact platform for TB, HIV, malaria care

A high-level meeting chaired by Dr. Mukhtar Ahmad Malik marked the official launch of Pakistan’s Integrated One Impact Community Platform, hosted by the Dopasi...

PM Shehbaz Sharif vows relief for vulnerable amid economic challenges

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reiterated that the government will not leave economically vulnerable segments alone during challenging times, stressing continued efforts to provide...

FMs meeting backs Pakistan’s initiative to host US-Iran peace talks in Islamabad

Foreign ministers of Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Egypt on Sunday expressed full support for Pakistan’s initiative to facilitate peace talks between the United...

PM Shehbaz says sufficient petroleum reserves available in country

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said that due to government decisions, sufficient quantities of petroleum products are available to meet the country’s domestic needs. He...

DRAP denies reports of increase in medicine prices

Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP) strongly refutes the factually incorrect news reports circulating on various media channels regarding the recent increase in prices...

Islamabad hosts four-nation talks on Middle East tensions

A high-level diplomatic engagement is underway in Islamabad as efforts intensify to de-escalate rising tensions in the Middle East, with foreign ministers from Pakistan,...

KP sees 65 percent drop in terrorism incidents after Operation Ghazb-ul-Haq

Terrorism incidents in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have declined by 65 percent following the launch of Operation Ghazb-ul-Haq in Afghanistan on the night between February 26...

PIA completes pre-Hajj flight operations preparations

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has completed preparations for its pre-Hajj flight operations, which are scheduled to begin on April 18 and continue until May...

Interior minister Mohsin Naqvi meets Chinese ambassador in Islamabad

Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi visited the Chinese Embassy in the diplomatic enclave and held a meeting with Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zedong. The ambassador welcomed...

Govt highlights climate-resilient initiatives amid rising climate risks

Earth Hour is observed across the world as a reminder that protecting our planet requires collective action. Pakistan joins this global effort, supporting the...

PM Shehbaz Sharif, Kuwait crown prince discuss Middle East crisis

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif received a telephone call today from His Highness Sheikh Sabah Al Khaled Al Hamad Al Sabah, during which both...

Islamabad High Court lifts stay on federal and police recruitment

The Islamabad High Court has officially lifted the stay on recruitment in police and federal institutions, according to a written order issued on Friday. A...

Finance Minister urges data-driven policies and responsible fuel use

Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, chaired a high-level consultative meeting today at the Finance Division to review the petroleum products...

Qatar Airways resumes flights after Middle East disruption

Air travel disruptions caused by ongoing conflicts in the Middle East are beginning to ease as airlines gradually restore services. Sources at the airport confirmed...

OGDC announces major gas discovery in Khairpur, Sindh

The Oil and Gas Development Company (OGDC) has announced a significant gas discovery at the Sahtu-1 well in Khairpur district, Sindh, marking another milestone...

Government reviews impact of rising oil prices and regional challenges

President Asif Ali Zardari chaired a high-level consultative meeting at Aiwan-e-Sadr to review the evolving economic and energy situation amid oil supply constraints, rising...

Senate releases 2025–26 annual report highlighting legislative achievements

The Senate of Pakistan has released its Annual Report for Parliamentary Year 2025–2026, presenting a comprehensive account of its performance from 12 March 2025...

Pakistan relaying messages in US-Iran backchannel talks, says Ishaq Dar

Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said on Thursday that indirect talks between the United States and Iran are underway through...

Pakistan in contact with all parties to de-escalate Middle East conflict: FO spokesperson

Pakistan is maintaining active diplomatic engagement with all relevant parties to help de-escalate the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir...

Chinese envoy calls on PM Shehbaz, both sides reaffirm commitment to CPEC 2.0

Ambassador of China to Pakistan Jiang Zaidong on Thursday called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, with both sides reaffirming their commitment to further strengthening...

PM Shehbaz, Saudi Crown Prince discuss regional tensions in call

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a telephone conversation with His Royal Highness Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia Mohammed bin Salman early...

Govt to facilitate 15,000 Pakistanis under Spain regularisation scheme

The federal government has decided to facilitate Pakistani nationals under Spain’s regularisation scheme for undocumented migrants, under which approximately 15,000 Pakistanis are expected to...

Power Division hails NGC indigenization policy success

Federal Minister for Power Division Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari has hailed the National Grid Company’s (NGC) indigenization policy as a transformative success, citing...

Audit gaps revealed in majority of state-owned enterprises

A significant gap has been revealed in the financial oversight of state-owned enterprises, with 64 per cent of such institutions in Pakistan failing to...

Power Division considers new optional tariff for industries

Under a special initiative by Federal Minister for Power Division Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari, the Power Division is considering the introduction of a...

Federal Constitutional Court rules on public sector recruitment case

The Federal Constitutional Court has issued a significant judgment in a case related to the recruitment of government employees, emphasizing that public appointments must...

OGDCL starts oil production from Pasakhi-13 well in Sindh

The Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) has commenced oil production from the Pasakhi-13 well located in Sindh’s Hyderabad district, marking a significant...

Pakistan ranked world’s most smog-affected country in 2025: report

A new global air quality study has ranked Pakistan as the most smog-affected country in the world in 2025, with levels of fine particulate...

PM Shehbaz chairs security, energy review amid regional developments

A high-level meeting chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is currently underway to review the evolving situation in the Middle East, the energy crisis...

Govt integrates national threat intelligence system for cyber defence

The government has established a national-level integrated threat intelligence and information-sharing system aimed at strengthening Pakistan’s cyber defence architecture, official sources said on Tuesday. According...

Punjab prepares fuel rationing, energy-saving measures amid crisis

In response to the ongoing energy crisis exacerbated by tensions in the Gulf region, the Punjab government has reportedly finalized a set of recommendations...

Ishaq Dar meets multiple foreign ministers in Riyadh

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar held a series of meetings with foreign ministers of Azerbaijan, Saudi Arabia, Turkiye and Egypt on...

Zardari approves key legislative bills, civil awards and remission

President Asif Ali Zardari has approved a set of legislative measures, along with an appointment, conferment of civil awards and a special remission in...

Pakistan, China strengthen AI partnerships in health, agriculture, minerals

Pakistan and China have agreed to strengthen AI-based partnerships in the fields of health, agriculture, and minerals, marking a significant step in bilateral technological...

CPPA requests Rs 1.64 per unit electricity hike

The Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA) has submitted a request to increase electricity tariffs. According to the application, the CPPA has proposed a hike of...

PM Shehbaz Sharif holds Eid conversation with Kuwait Crown Prince

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif held a telephone conversation with His Highness Sheikh Sabah Al Khaled Al Hamad Al Mubarak Al Sabah, Crown Prince...

ADB unveils five-year economic strategy for Pakistan

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has unveiled a new five-year country strategy for Pakistan, spanning 2026 to 2030, offering a significant boost to the...

PM assigns IB to monitor austerity campaign across government

Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif has tasked the Intelligence Bureau (IB) with overseeing the implementation of the government’s austerity campaign across federal ministries, divisions, and...

Supreme Court rules Rescue 1122 employees are not civil servants

The Supreme Court of Pakistan has ruled that employees of Rescue 1122 are not civil servants and do not fall under the definition of...

Child abuse cases rise 8% in Pakistan: report reveals

Cases of child abduction and sexual abuse in Pakistan increased by 8% in 2025, according to a report by the non-governmental organization Saahil. The report...

KP assembly committee reviews Radio Pakistan Peshawar attack case

A special committee of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly convened to discuss developments in the Radio Pakistan Peshawar attack case, revealing key progress in the...

NAB moves top court against Lahore High Court Chaudhry Sugar Mills verdict

The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has challenged the Lahore High Court’s February 4, 2026, ruling in the Chaudhry Sugar Mills case before the Federal...

PM says Pakistan ready to face any global challenges

Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif has affirmed that the government of Pakistan is prepared to handle any situation arising from ongoing global tensions. Chairing a review...

Hajj 2026 arrangements schedule announced despite global tensions

The Ministry of Religious Affairs Pakistan has announced the schedule for Hajj 2026, confirming that preparations are proceeding smoothly despite ongoing global tensions. A ministry...

Govt hikes kerosene price by Rs 39.20 per litre

The Federal Government of Pakistan has increased the price of kerosene oil by Rs 39.20 per litre, setting the new rate at Rs 358.01...

Plans underway to shift Civil Aviation, PAA headquarters to Islamabad

The relocation of the headquarters of the Civil Aviation Authority Pakistan and the Pakistan Airports Authority from Karachi to Islamabad is under consideration. According to...

Pak Army destroys Afghan Taliban post along Chitral border

The Pakistan Army continues its operations against the Afghan Taliban and Fitna al-Khawarij along Pakistan’s borders. According to security sources, the army targeted the Taliban’s...

US Embassy cancels all visa appointments until March 20

The United States Embassy in Pakistan has announced the cancellation of all immigrant and non-immigrant visa appointments in Pakistan until March 20. According to the...

PM Shahbaz announces savings to fund public relief

Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif has said that funds saved through austerity measures will be redirected to provide relief to the public. An important meeting, chaired...

Pak Army destroys Kandahar oil storage sites in Ghazab-ul-Haq

Under Operation Ghazab-ul-Haq, the Pakistan Army successfully targeted and destroyed oil storage sites at Kandahar Airfield during operations conducted on the nights of March...

President says Afghan government crossed red line

President Asif Ali Zardari has strongly condemned drone attacks by the Afghan Taliban targeting Pakistani civilians, saying that the Afghan government has crossed a...

Islamabad entry points to be reduced from 109 to 25: Interior Minister

Minister for Interior Mohsin Naqvi chaired a high-level meeting in Islamabad on Friday, issuing directives to enhance law and order as well as civic...

Ghazab Lil Haq operation targets Taliban, extremist hideouts

Under Operation Ghazb Lil Haq, Pakistan Armed Forces have carried out a series of successful airstrikes in Afghanistan targeting Afghan Taliban and Fitnah al-Khawarij...

Foreign loans to Pakistan hit $5.17bn in seven months

The Economic Affairs Division has released data on foreign loans received by Pakistan during the first seven months of the current fiscal year. According to...

Over 1,400 Gulf flights from Pakistan cancelled in two weeks

Flight operations from Pakistan to the Middle East remain suspended amid the ongoing conflict involving United States, Israel, and Iran. According to officials, 72 flights...

NADRA: Digital ID cards hold same legal status as physical cards

The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has reiterated that digital identity cards hold the same legal validity as physical ID cards. A NADRA spokesperson...

Pakistan less vulnerable to LNG supply disruptions: Minister

Federal Minister for Energy Owais Ahmed Khan Laghari has said that Pakistan is unlikely to be significantly affected by potential disruptions in global LNG...

Seven police officers martyred in Lakki Marwat IED blast

Seven police officers, including the SHO, were martyred in an attack on a police vehicle in Lakki Marwat, officials confirmed. According to media reports, a...

Furqan Rao elected NPC general secretary, 1st PhD leader in Pakistan press clubs

Senior journalist Dr Furqan Rao has been elected as the general secretary of the National Press Club Islamabad, becoming the first PhD holder to...

Petition filed in Peshawar HC for timely local body elections in KP

A petition has been filed in the Peshawar High Court seeking the timely conduct of local body elections in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The application was submitted...

Pakistan condemns US, Israeli attacks on Iran at UN Security Council

Pakistan’s permanent representative to the United Nations, Asim Iftikhar, voiced deep concern over rising tensions in the Middle East during a Security Council session,...

Tehran seeks no conflict with regional states, Iran’s president tells Pakistan PM

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian told Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif that Tehran has no intention of entering into conflict with countries in the region, emphasizing...

Diamer-Bhasha Dam delay threatens national security: Committee

Delays in the construction of the Diamer-Bhasha Dam have become a serious threat to the country’s long-term water, food and energy security, a monitoring...

IMF objects to move to keep lawmakers’ assets secret

The International Monetary Fund has raised objections to a proposed legal amendment aimed at keeping the assets of lawmakers confidential and has asked Pakistan...

Constitutional court upholds appointments under deceased quota

The Federal Constitutional Court has issued an important ruling regarding the abolition of the deceased quota system, upholding appointments made before the policy was...

CM punjab assigns CCD task to eliminate illicit arms

Chief Minister of Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif has assigned the Crime Control Department (CCD) the responsibility of eliminating illegal weapons across the province. The chief...

Religious Affairs Ministry refuses to absorb PWD employees

The Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony has declined to absorb employees of the Public Works Department (PWD), prompting criticism from lawmakers during...

Lahore High Court adopts four-day working week

The Lahore High Court has decided to adopt a four-day working week, with courts operating from Monday to Thursday under a new schedule announced...

PM directs austerity-based plan amid global economic pressures

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif chaired a high-level meeting to review thecountry’s economic situation in light of the prevailing global scenario and recent international...

PM orders strict action against petroleum hoarders

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday directed provincial governments to take strict legal action against hoarders of petroleum products and warned that petrol pumps...

Punjab to build 17 mini dams, flood management system

Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has launched a comprehensive initiative aimed at protecting the people of Punjab from recurring flood devastation. Chairing a special meeting on...

Punjab to establish anti-drone units in all districts

In a major move to strengthen security and maintain law and order, the government of Punjab has decided to establish anti-drone units in all...

Parliament passes Virtual Assets Act 2026

In a significant development aligned with commitments to the International Monetary Fund, Pakistan has enacted a comprehensive legal framework for the digital financial sector...

Pakistan urged to prioritize grid-scale battery storage

Energy experts have urged policymakers to incentivize grid-scale battery storage instead of discouraging solar expansion, arguing that storage is the missing link in stabilizing...

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