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Pakistan advises citizens to avoid non-essential travel to Iran

Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has advised Pakistani citizens to avoid non-essential travel to the Islamic Republic of Iran until the situation improves, citing...

11 terrorists killed in separate intelligence-based operations in NW Pakistan

Pakistan’s security forces killed 11 Khwarij linked to the Indian proxy Fitna Al Khwarij in two separate intelligence-based operations carried out in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa...

Sohail Afridi arrives in Karachi, preps for January 11 Mazar-e-Quaid rally

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister, Sohail Afridi, arrived in Karachi on a three-day visit on Friday, where he was received by Sindh Provincial Minister Saeed...

Interior Minister Orders Tough Action Against Human Smugglers

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Friday ordered the continuation of strict and indiscriminate action against human smuggling networks and organized begging mafias, directing the...

PM directs to distribute Ramadan aid through digital system

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday directed relevant ministries and institutions to prepare a more effective and beneficial Ramadan relief package for the public,...

Balochistan cabinet approves electric bike scheme for public

The Balochistan cabinet has decided to launch an electric bike scheme for the general public, aimed at providing affordable and environmentally friendly transport through...

PA standing committee approves Criminal Procedure Amendment Bill 2025

The Punjab Assembly’s Standing Committee has approved the Punjab Code of Criminal Procedure (Amendment) Bill 2025, aimed at speeding up the process of filing...

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi visits Beijing Police College, observes high-tech training

Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi visited Beijing Police College, where he reviewed its advanced high-tech training facilities and operational demonstrations. During the visit, Naqvi witnessed...

Committee reviews Diamer-Bhasha Dam victims’ complaints, prioritizes agreements

A committee meeting on addressing grievances of Diamer-Bhasha Dam-affected people was held under the chairmanship of Federal Minister for Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Safron, Engineer...

Commerce Minister highlights Pakistan’s economic recovery at ABC meeting

Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan on Thursday said Pakistan’s economy has shown steady improvement over the past three years, pointing to stronger...

Global mayors eye cooperation in ice and snow economy

HARBIN: As mayors from around the world jointly lit the torch marking the opening of a dialogue event in Harbin, capital of northeast China's...

Six civilians killed in Saudi strikes on Al-Zubaidi’s hometown

Saudi airstrikes early Wednesday killed at least six people in the hometown of Aidarous Al-Zubaidi, leader of the Southern Transitional Council (STC), in Yemen's...

DG ISPR says 2,597 terrorists killed in 2025 counter-terrorism operations

Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry Director General (DG) Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Tuesday that at least 2,597 terrorists were killed in more...

Gilgit-Baltistan caretaker cabinet sworn in ahead of elections

Twelve ministers of the Gilgit-Baltistan caretaker government were sworn in on Tuesday at the Governor House in Gilgit, marking the official formation of the...

Federal Govt launches telemedicine to reduce hospital crowds

Pakistan has officially launched a telemedicine system aimed at reducing overcrowding in major hospitals. The first health care center under the initiative was inaugurated...

Govt plans electricity relief using capital power levy

The federal government of Pakistan is preparing to provide additional relief to electricity consumers through a new plan aimed at reducing electricity tariffs. Under...

PTI founder’s lawyer demands court appearance in May 9 cases

Counsel for the PTI founder, Faisal Malik, on Tuesday demanded that his client be produced before the anti-terrorism court in connection with the May...

Pakistan, China unveil logo for 75th anniversary celebrations

BEIJING: Deputy Prime Minister (DPM) / Foreign Minister (FM) Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, together with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, jointly unveiled the logo...

PM urges boost for SMEs to increase exports

Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif said Pakistan’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) hold significant potential to boost national exports and drive economic growth. The Prime Minister...

Pakistan reaffirms support for Kashmiris on Right to Self-Determination Day

Pakistan marked Right to Self-Determination Day with strong statements from top leadership reaffirming solidarity with the people of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir...

FIA registers case against former ISI DG’s brother over land transfer

The Federal Investigation Agency’s (FIA) Anti-Corruption Circle has registered a case against the brother of former ISI Director General Feiz Hamid over alleged illegal...

Federal Constitutional Court hears initial arguments in super tax cases

The Federal Constitutional Court on Monday conducted the initial hearing in cases concerning the super tax, marking the first appearance of corporate lawyer Makhdoom...

Govt introduces new monitoring framework for PPP projects’ financial risks

The government has introduced a new monitoring framework to track financial risks associated with Public-Private Partnership (PPP) projects, fulfilling a commitment made to the...

Pakistan, China strengthen ties in foreign ministers’ strategic dialogue

BEIJING (Internews): Deputy Prime Minister (DPM) / Foreign Minister (FM) of Pakistan senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar co-chaired the 7th Round of the Pakistan–China Foreign...

Police, CTD repel rocket attack on Tunsa checkpost

Punjab Police and the Counter-Terrorism Department successfully thwarted a major terrorist attack on a border check post in Tunsa. According to officials, 15 to 20...

Interior Minister orders crackdown on money laundering, human smuggling

Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has ordered decisive action against mafias involved in money laundering, human smuggling, and other organized crimes, directing law enforcement...

Punjab to build roads, housing under public-private model

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has approved a major shift toward public-private partnerships (PPP) for the construction, rehabilitation, and maintenance of roads, housing,...

Pakistan, China reaffirm commitment to deepen all-weather strategic partnership

BEIJING (Internews): Deputy prime minister/ foreign minister of Pakistan senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar met the Executive Vice Premier of China, Ding Xuexiang, in Beijing...

President signs CDA Amendment Bill 2025 into law

Following the advice of the Prime Minister, President Asif Ali Zardari has signed the Capital Development Authority (CDA) Amendment Bill 2025, and the government...

Pakistan successfully tests indigenous Taimur missile, strengthens defense capabilities

Pakistan has successfully conducted the flight test of its indigenously developed Taimur Weapon System, marking a significant milestone in the country’s aerospace and defense...

JUI-F calls for immediate appointment of opposition leaders in NA, Senate

The Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) has called for the immediate appointment of opposition leaders in both the National Assembly and the Senate, while also offering...

Pakistan welcomes Riyadh talks on Yemen, stresses peaceful resolution

Pakistan has welcomed the decision by Yemen’s Presidential Leadership Council to hold comprehensive negotiations in Saudi Arabia, emphasizing the need for progress in a...

Delays in May 9 cases denying justice, says Sheikh Rashid

Former federal minister Sheikh Rashid on Saturday appealed to the Chief Justice of Pakistan to take up the pending appeals of accused persons in...

Parliamentary Panel shortlists two candidates for PEMRA Chairperson

A parliamentary committee comprising members of the Senate and National Assembly has shortlisted two candidates for the position of PEMRA Chairman. According to sources, the...

Finance Minister praises FBR as tax revenues hit historic high

Pakistan recorded the highest-ever tax collection for the month of December, as the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) collected Rs1,427.1 billion in December 2025,...

Govt plans ordinance to amend Islamabad LG law

Local government elections in the federal capital are likely to be delayed once again, as the government has decided to introduce an ordinance to...

Adil Raja, others given multiple life terms over anti-state content

An anti-terrorism court in Islamabad has sentenced Adil Raja and several other accused to multiple life terms in a digital terrorism case involving content...

PM links SOE privatization to economic reform vision

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday said the privatization of state-owned enterprises (SOEs) was a core component of the government’s broader economic reform vision,...

Pakistan, India exchange annual lists of nuclear installations

Pakistan and India have exchanged the lists of their respective nuclear installations and facilities, officials confirmed on Thursday. The exchange was conducted under the...

Pakistan hands over list of Indian prisoners to New Delhi

The Government of Pakistan on Thursday handed over a list of 257 Indian prisoners, including 58 civilians and 199 fishermen, to the Indian High...

KP Chief Minister Sohail Afridi announces Karachi visit on January 9

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi has announced that he will visit Karachi on January 9, officials confirmed on Wednesday. Afridi, who recently completed a...

SIFC reforms begin delivering results, says Planning Minister

Pakistan’s economy has shown clear signs of recovery and stability over the past year, with key sectors recording strong growth following strategic policy reforms...

Pakistan Railways freight earns Rs17 billion in six months

Pakistan Railways’ freight sector has recorded a historic performance by generating Rs17 billion in revenue during the first six months of the current fiscal...

PFUJ honors Xinhua’s Jiang Chao with best foreign journalist of the decade award

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists (PFUJ) on Wednesday conferred the “Best Foreign Journalist of the Decade in Pakistan (2015–2025)” award on Jiang...

National wheat oversight committee meets to assess Rabi crop 2025-26

Federal Minister for National Food Security and Research Rana Tanveer Hussain chaired the second meeting of the National Wheat Oversight Committee to review wheat...

National vaccine policy ready for PM’s approval: SAPM

Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Industries and Production Haroon Akhtar Khan chaired a high-level meeting on local manufacturing of vaccines, marking a...

Pakistan, China renew commitment to strategic partnership

ISLAMABAD (Internews): Deputy prime minister/ foreign minister senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar and ambassador Jiang Zaidong of China exchanged new year’s greetings and reaffirmed their...

PM orders high-level committee to crack down on property file fraud

The federal government has decided to take strict action against fraud related to property files and plots, with the prime minister ordering the formation...

Pakistan rejects Israel’s recognition of Somaliland at UN

Pakistan has rejected Israel’s announcement recognizing Somaliland, reaffirming its support for Somalia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. Speaking during an emergency meeting of the United Nations...

Planning Minister reviews Rs1 trillion power, hydel projects

Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Prof Ahsan Iqbal chaired a high-level review meeting on Monday to assess the progress of critical...

Supreme Court suspends LHC order on Sessions Judges’ case transfer

The Supreme Court (SC) has suspended the Lahore High Court’s decision that had overturned a Sessions Judge’s order to transfer a case. According to court...

Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi challenge Toshakhana-II case verdict in IHC

Former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi have filed appeals against their convictions in the Toshakhana-II case, challenging the decision in...

Justice Khalid Yousaf Chaudhry takes oath as AJK Supreme Court judge

Justice Khalid Yousaf Chaudhry, newly appointed judge of the Supreme Court of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), took oath on Monday, completing the court’s...

Pakistan raises concern over attacks on minorities, Muslims in India

Pakistan on Monday expressed serious concern over incidents of vandalism during Christmas and continued violence against Muslims in India, calling the persecution of minorities...

Pakistan reaffirms support for Somalia’s sovereignty, offers help at UN

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Muhammad Ishaq Dar received a telephone call from the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Somalia, Abdisalam Abdi...

OIC, Pakistan and 20 other states reject Israel’s recognition of “Somaliland”

The Foreign Ministers of Jordan, Egypt, Algeria, Comoros, Djibouti, Gambia, Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Libya, Maldives, Nigeria, Oman, Pakistan, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Somalia, Sudan,...

Islamabad to ban vehicles without M-Tag from January 1: says Mohsin Naqvi

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has directed officials to prepare a comprehensive plan to transform Islamabad’s Safe City into a Capital Smart City, integrating modern...

Punjab launches First “CM Convenience On-the-Go Bazaars”

Punjab has launched the country’s first and unique “CM Convenience On-the-Go Bazaars,” attracting public attention by providing affordable, high-quality goods while offering street vendors...

Pakistan’s diplomacy and defence restore its global standing: Report says

Pakistan has restored its strategic importance at the global level by effectively leveraging its geographical location, defence capability and diplomacy, according to an analysis...

Balochistan Govt’s 2025 performance shows mixed results

As the year 2025 draws to a close, the overall performance of the Balochistan government reflects a mix of notable achievements and slow progress...

Pakistan condemns Israel’s recognition of Somaliland, supports Somalia’s unity

Pakistan has strongly condemned any attempts to undermine the sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity of Somalia, rejecting Israel’s recent announcement recognizing the so-called independence...

SC to hear urgent cases only next week during judicial holidays

The Supreme Court of Pakistan has constituted three benches for the upcoming judicial week, which begins on Monday, according to the court’s latest roster...

Former Finance Minister, SBP Governor Dr. Shamshad Akhtar passes away

Former Finance Minister and Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan, Dr. Shamshad Akhtar, has passed away. Her funeral prayers will be held tomorrow...

Contempt petition filed against Maryam Nawaz, Azma Bukhari in LHC

A contempt of court petition has been filed in the Lahore High Court against Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz and Provincial Information Minister Azma...

Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi to challenge toshakhana-ii verdict in IHC

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf founder and former prime minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi have prepared separate appeals to challenge the verdict announced against...

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed pays first official visit to Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: On the invitation of Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, President of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Ruler...

Lahore Anti-Terror Court awards 33-year sentence to PTI leader for May 9 violence

LAHORE: The Anti-Terrorism Court in Lahore has issued a detailed written verdict in two cases related to the May 9 violence in Gulberg, involving...

Chief Justice reviews judicial infrastructure projects in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

The Chief Justice of Pakistan and Chairman of the Law and Justice Commission of Pakistan chaired a high-level review meeting in Peshawar to advance...

Pakistan issues demarche to UK over anti govt protest in Bradford

Pakistan has issued a formal demarche to the acting British Deputy High Commissioner over an anti government protest held outside the Pakistani Consulate in...

AJK forms public accounts committee, former minister appointed chairman

he Government of Azad Jammu and Kashmir has established a six-member Public Accounts Committee (PAC) to oversee financial accountability in the region. Former Finance Minister...

Pakistan calls on Britain to investigate threats to Army Chief

The Pakistani government has written to the United Kingdom, urging action against social media accounts linked to the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party that are...

PM Shahbaz says Pakistan Armed Forces taught India a lasting lesson

Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif said that the Pakistan Armed Forces delivered a lesson to India that it will remember for a lifetime. Addressing a...

PM Shahbaz orders reforms to boost efficiency at Pakistan’s Ports

Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif has directed authorities to reduce various port charges, introduce a transparent system for auctioning abandoned cargo, and establish separate yards...

President Zardari pays tribute to Quaid-e-Azam on his birthday

President Asif Ali Zardari paid tribute to Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the Father of the Nation, on his birthday, remembering the conviction and hard...

Pakistan, Uzbekistan explore $2 billion trade boost

Coordinator to the Prime Minister on Commerce Rana Ihsaan Afzal Khan met with Alisher Tukhtaev the Ambassador of the Republic of Uzbekistan to review...

President Zardari extends warm Christmas greetings to Christian community

On the joyous occasion of Christmas, President Asif Ali Zardari extended his warm greetings and sincere wishes to Christian citizens of Pakistan and to...

Arif Habib announces plans to expand PIA fleet to 65 planes

Prominent Pakistani businessman Arif Habib has announced plans to expand the fleet of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) to 38 planes initially, and eventually to...

Sindh approves Rs 1,018 billion development plans for FY 2025-26

Senior Sindh Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon announced that the provincial government has approved development projects worth a total of Rs 1,018 billion under the...

Federal Constitutional Court suspends Quetta local government elections

The Federal Constitutional Court has issued a stay on the local government elections in Quetta on Wednesday. The hearing was conducted by a three-member bench...

ECP hearing against KP CM Sohail Afridi Postponed to January 13

Peshawar: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has postponed the hearing of a case against Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi and Shehnaz Omar...

Govt to earn Rs 55 billion from PIA privatization, says Adviser

Adviser to the Privatization Commission, Muhammad Ali, along with Federal Minister for Information Ata Tarar, said at a press conference that the government prioritized...

Digital media played key role during Pak-India tensions, Says Federal Minister

Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Ataullah Tarar has said that digital media played an effective and important role during the recent tensions between...

Punjab CM says court stay will benefit land grabbers

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz on Monday reacted strongly to the suspension of a bill aimed at resolving long-pending property disputes within 90 days,...

Pakistan Stock Exchange ranks among world’s top-performing markets

Positive outcomes of the government’s economic reforms have begun to emerge in Pakistan, with the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) ranking among the world’s best-performing...

Usman Dar moves LHC to remove name from Exit Control List

Former federal minister Usman Dar has approached the Lahore High Court seeking removal of his name from the Exit Control List (ECL). A bench headed...

Punjab moves to recognise visually impaired as persons with disabilities

The Punjab government has decided to formally include visually impaired individuals in the official list of persons with disabilities, aiming to extend legal recognition...

Erdogan attends commissioning of Pakistan Navy’s PNS Khyber

The commissioning ceremony of Pakistan Navy’s second MILGEM-class ship, PNS Khyber, was held at the Istanbul Naval Shipyard in Türkiye, with Turkish President Recep...

Over Rs8,400 billion transferred to KP in 15 Years: Federal govt

The federal government has informed Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) that over Rs8,400 billion in funds have been released to the province over the past 15...

Government aims to boost SME exports, create jobs: PM

Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif has emphasized that increasing exports is essential for Pakistan’s economic growth. Chairing a review meeting on national exports, the Prime...

KP govt showcases high-tech innovations in health and education

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government held a high-end technology and product development exhibition at the Chief Minister’s House, showcasing local innovations in healthcare, education, and...

Pakistan IT exports surge 19% in first five months of FY 2025-26

Pakistan’s IT exports have shown remarkable growth, positioning the country as an emerging digital power in the region, thanks to effective policies by the...

World Bank approves $700 Million for Pakistan’s inclusive development program

The World Bank has approved $700 million in financing for Pakistan under its multi-year Public Resources for Inclusive Development — Multiphase Programmatic Approach (PRID-MPA),...

Asifa Bhutto inaugurates free cardiac hospital in Shaheed Benazirabad

First Lady and Member of the National Assembly Bibi Asifa Bhutto Zardari on Friday inaugurated the Sindh Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases (SICVD) Shaheed Benazirabad,...

Govt unveils plan to make Kohsar Complex clean and smoke-free

The government has unveiled a comprehensive plan to transform the Kohsar Complex into a clean, green and smoke-free government facility, focusing on improved cleanliness,...

Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi sentenced to 17 years in Toshakhana-II case

The Special Judge Central, Arjumand Shah sentenced former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi to 17 years in prison each in...

Commerce Minister launches Pakistan’s first horticulture podcast

Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan on Friday inaugurated the first-ever podcast series launched under the Ministry of Commerce, aimed at promoting innovation,...

Pakistan, Tajikistan agree to strengthen cultural and media ties

Pakistan and Tajikistan have agreed to enhance cooperation in cultural and media sectors and promote stronger public engagement between the two countries. Federal Information Minister...

Atta Tarar says Toshakhana-II 17-year sentence to follow £190 million case term

Federal Information Minister Atta Tarar confirmed that the 17-year prison sentence in the Toshakhana-II case against former PTI leader Imran Khan and his wife...

Sindh govt seeks federal help to track Karachi extortionists abroad

The Sindh government has written to the federal authorities seeking assistance in apprehending extortionists operating from abroad, following an increase in complaints from builders...

Pakistan, Australia pledge to strengthen bilateral ties and trade

Ambassador Tim Kane, the newly appointed High Commissioner of Australia, paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif at the Prime Minister's...

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