Jamtiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI-F) lawmaker Noor Alam Khan submitted an amendment bill to the National Assembly to ban the appointment of a person with dual citizenship as a judge of the Supreme Court (SC). Noor Alam Khan of JUI-F has suggested in a private constitutional amendment bill that a person with dual citizenship could not be appointed as a judge of …

Pakistan Kissan Rabta Committee staged a protest at Charing Cross, The Mall wherein women farmers also participated in the demonstration against the delay of wheat procurement by the Punjab government. The protesters raised slogans against the government and stated if the wheat purchase did not start soon, they would surround the Punjab Chief Minister’s House. The farmers demanded Punjab government …

The Lahore High Court (LHC) summoned Punjab Chief Minister (CM) Maryam Nawaz Sharif on May 24 over the non-appointment of judges in special courts. LHC Chief Justice Malik Shahzad Ahmed Khan heard the case today. During the proceedings, Punjab AGP informed the court that a government committee had consulted with Punjab chief minister on the matter of judges’ appointment, assuring …

FC Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has taken a significant step forward in healthcare provision with the inauguration of the Frontier Corps Teaching Hospital located at Hayatabad area of Peshawar. This newly established hospital boasts a capacity of 500 beds, equipped to address a wide range of medical needs. With round-the-clock availability of medical professionals including doctors and nursing staff, patients can receive …

Foreign aviation company has expressed its readiness to manufacture lightweight aircraft in Pakistan, marking a significant step forward for the country’s aviation industry. This development comes after an agreement was finalized between Sky Wings Aviation, a Pakistani company, and the German aviation company Scilair Group. The collaboration between Scilair and Sky Wings Aviation aims to initiate the manufacturing of lightweight …

A complaint seeking inquiry into the wheat scandal has been filed with the National Accountability Bureau. Azhar Siddique Advocate has referred ARY News reports in his complaint to the NAB. According to the complaint former caretaker food security minister in an interview made disclosures about the wheat scandal. Dr. Kausar Abdullah Malik disclosed that the wheat was imported when four million …

Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar said on Sunday that no Pakistani citizens died in Bishkek mob violence. Addressing a press conference flanked by Amir Muqam and Atta Tarar in Lahore, Dar said: “16 foreign students were injured, including four to five Pakistanis who are currently in hospitals.”. Dar criticised the “false propaganda” spread by a political party and mentioned that …

Supreme Court’s Justice Munib Akhtar on Saturday took oath as Acting Chief Justice of Pakistan during a ceremony. The oath was administered by Justice Yahya Afridi, in a simple and dignified ceremony in Supreme Court Islamabad on Saturday, said a press release. Justice Munib Akhtar will act as Chief Justice of Pakistan during the period Chief Justice of Pakistan, Justice …

Several Pakistani students were injured in mob violence around student hostels in Kyrgyzstan’s capital Bishkek. Violent clashes have erupted between student groups in Kyrgyzstan’s Bishkek, with reports of attackers using batons. The attackers forcefully entered the hostel rooms and wounded several international students including Pakistanis. The violence reportedly erupted due to a harassment incident involving Egyptian female students on May …

The Supreme Court has issued a written verdict in the contempt of court case against Faisal Vawda and Mustafa Kamal, finding both individuals guilty of contempt in retrospect. On Friday, the court issued contempt of court notices to Senator Faisal Vawda and MNA Mustafa Kamal over their allegedly derogatory speeches against the judiciary. A three-judge bench of the court, headed …

In a significant development, a new case of Toshakhana misuse has emerged against PTI Founder Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi. The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has launched an investigation into the alleged illegal possession and sale of seven high-value watches and 10 other precious gifts, including diamond and gold jewellery. According to the inquiry report, a copy of …

In a bid to enhance the quality of education and address the issue of out-of-school children, the Punjab government has unveiled plans to outsource thousands of government schools across the province. This initiative aims to revamp 13,219 schools with poor educational conditions and bring them up to par with private institutions under the government’s school restructuring programme. The outsourcing plan …

Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfaraz Bugti apologised on Friday for the unfortunate incident where actress Mahira Khan was pelted with objects during a literature festival in Quetta. The incident occurred when Mahira Khan was addressing the Pakistan Literature Festival (PLF) organized by the Karachi Arts Council of Pakistan (ACP) in Quetta. A video of the event showed the actress being hit …

Interior Minister Syed Mohsin Raza Naqvi said on Friday that the facilities for the issuance and renewal of identity cards will be provided at the union council level nationwide. According to details, Naqvi visited the National Database and Registration Authority (Nadra) headquarters in Islamabad. On this occasion, he toured the operational room and received a briefing on the digital monitoring …

The Supreme Court has issued contempt of court show-cause notices to Senator Faisal Vawda and MNA Mustafa Kamal over their allegedly derogatory speeches against the judiciary. A three-judge bench of the court, headed by Chief Justice of Pakistan Qazi Faez Isa and including Justice Irfan Saadat and Justice Naeem Akhtar Afghan, took up a suo motu case on Faisal Vawda’s …

KARACHI: The Consul General of China in Karachi Yang Yundong, Thursday, reiterated his commitment to work together with Pakistan to further strengthen the all-weather strategic cooperative partnership of both friendly countries and jointly build a closer China-Pakistan community with a shared future in the new era.  He, while addressing a seminar held here by the Chinese Consulate General in Karachi …

ISLAMABAD: China is ready to work with Pakistan to implement the important consensus reached by leaders of the two countries, said Chinese Ambassador H.E. Jiang Zaidong at a well-attended symposium on Transformation of China’s Economy to High Quality Development Model organized by the Institute of Regional Studies (IRS). Noting that “the keenness on Pakistan’s side to greatly enhance the ongoing …

A Supreme Court hearing on Thursday on a case about changes in the accountability laws turned out anticlimactic as ex-premier Imran Khan appeared via video link but did not get a chance to speak as a petitioner in the matter. The development came after the SC on Tuesday, hearing the case about the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) laws, had ordered …

In a high-level meeting between Turkey and Pakistan, both nations have agreed to strengthen their economic partnership. Led by Turkey’s Ambassador, Mr. Mehmet Pekasi, and Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Economic Affairs, Ahad Khan Cheema, the meeting aimed at bolstering the long-standing brotherly relations between the two countries. The focus of the discussions centered on various strategies to enhance cooperation, including …

The Supreme Court administration has launched an investigation into the unauthorized dissemination of a photo featuring PTI founder Imran Khan during his appearance via video link from Adiala Jail in the NAB amendments case. The image gained traction on social media platforms, prompting the court to take action. Later, the authorities found out who had leaked the viral photograph. After …

It has been decided to ban smoke-emitting vehicles in Lahore. The Traffic Squad of the environment department has installed checkposts at different locations across the city. The teams of the provincial environment department have started cracking down on and seizing vehicles hostile to the environment at the entry and exit points of the city. The traffic authorities have started issuing …

ISLAMABAD: Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan Jiang Zaidong emphasized the significance of the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China and outlined the nation’s strategic goals for the future. Ambassador Jiang highlighted China’s commitment to high-quality development and modernization, as well as the country’s dedication to fostering bilateral cooperation with Pakistan. “This year marks the 75th anniversary …

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa CM Ali Amin Gandapur has ‘banned’ entry of Governor Faisal Karim Kundi in the KP house as a block reserved for the governor has been abolished. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Information Adviser Barrister Saif has confirmed the development. Saif said the decision, taken during the latest meeting of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Cabinet, aims to address the pressing accommodation issues faced …

ISLAMABAD, May 15 (Internews): Electricity generation in Pakistan is subject to seasonal fluctuations, heavily influenced by weather patterns. During the summer months, as glaciers melt, the river flows swell, leading to increased water levels in dams and consequently a rise in hydroelectricity production. Despite the surge in production, electricity consumption also escalates to counteract the intensity of hot weather. Conversely, …

As temperatures soar, the Met Department issues warnings of scorching heat and dry conditions prevailing across most parts of Pakistan. Residents in central and southern regions are advised to brace for extremely hot weather, with temperatures reaching record highs. In the central districts of Balochistan, there’s a possibility of relief in the form of rain accompanied by thunder in the …

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) granted bail to PTI founder Imran Khan in the £190m Al-Qadir Trust case against one million rupees surety bonds. A division bench comprising IHC Chief Justice Aamir Farooq, and Justice Tariq Mahmood Jahangir heard the case. The IHC verdict directed the authorities to release the PTI founder Imran Khan from Adiala Jail. Separately, Islamabad District …

BEIJING: Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi co-chaired the fifth round of the Foreign Minister-Level China-Pakistan Strategic Dialogue with Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar in Beijing on Wednesday, with the two sides pledging to enhance pragmatic cooperation in various fields. Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, …

BEIJING: Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang met with Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar, in Beijing on Wednesday. Noting China and Pakistan are all-weather strategic cooperative partners and iron-clad brothers, Ding said China is willing to work with Pakistan to implement the important consensus reached by the leaders of the two countries, maintain high-level strategic communication, …

The Supreme Court (SC) on Monday allowed PTI founder Imran Khan to attend court proceedings in the NAB amendments case via video link. On September 15, 2023, the Supreme Court of Pakistan struck down amendments made to National Accountability Bureau laws as it announced its reserved verdict on the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder’s plea. A five-member bench headed by Chief …

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday announced the privatisation of government-owned enterprises apart from strategically important state-owned enterprises. According to the details, the premier chaired a review meeting on matters in line with the Ministry of Privatisation and the Privatisation Commission in the federal capital city. On this occasion, a roadmap for the Privatisation Programme 2024–2029 was presented during the …

In the wake of recent allegations of interference Dawin judicial affairs by Islamabad High Court (IHC) Justice Babar Sattar, Attorney General of Pakistan Usman Mansoor Awan on Tuesday vehemently denied any government or state agency’s involvement in constitutional matters of the judiciary. Attorney General Awan, in a video statement addressing the media, expressed concern over the impression created by Justice …

ISLAMABAD, May 14: Sahiwal Coal-fired Power Plant has been consistently operating within the legal framework stipulated by the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) and the Ministry of Energy, with an unwavering dedication to safeguarding the interests of Pakistani electricity consumers, said a statement on Monday. In response to a news published in a local newspaper raising questions about the …

Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif has approved the immediate provision of twenty-three billion rupees to solve the problems of the people of Azad Jammu and Kashmir. The approval was given at a special meeting chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad today. It took stock of the current situation in AJK. The meeting was attended by the Prime Minister …

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday resigned as Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) president. Shehbaz Sharif has sent his party president resignation to PML-N supremo Nawaz Sharif. Following the senior politician’s resignation, PML-N has decided to convene a meeting of the party’s general council on May 28 in Lahore to elect new president. The PML-N had earlier announced to hold general council …

Pakistan’s government has taken strict notice of the unauthorised dissemination of sensitive and classified information on social media platforms. Defence Minister Khawaja Asif in his post on X, formerly known as Twitter, said that the notice has been taken, particularly after the open display of classified documents, especially documents labelled as secret. “The spread of such information can seriously damage …

After the Supreme Court verdict on reserved seats, the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Monday suspended the lawmakers elected on seats denied to the Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC). According to the notification issued here, 44 members of ruling PML-N have been suspended while 15 lawmakers from PPP, 13 from Jamiat Ulama-e-Islam Fazl (JUI-F) and one each from MQM-P, Istehkam-e-Pakistan …

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif led a high-level meeting to address concerns regarding the demand, supply, and purchase of wheat, emphasizing the need for transparency and efficiency in the procurement process. The meeting, attended by federal ministers Muhammad Aurangzeb, Rana Tanveer, Ahad Cheema, Jam Kamal, and Shaza Fatima, underscored the government’s commitment to ensuring food security and supporting farmers’ economic prosperity. …

The Met Department has forecasted a significant rise in temperature in Lahore over the coming week, with no rain expected for the next seven days. As temperatures soar and the heatwave intensifies, Lahore residents are urged to take precautions against the scorching weather conditions. According to the chief meteorologist, the mercury is set to climb steadily, reaching a high of …

The Sindh High Court has rejected a report of the provincial Home Department and the deputy commissioner on not granting permission to the PTI to hold a rally, saying there is no justification for not allowing the gathering. The Sindh High Court, headed by Chief Justice Aqeel Abbasi, heard a petition of the PTI regarding permission for a rally. The …

Peace and calm appear to have returned to Azad Jammu and Kashmir on the third day of demonstrations on Sunday against rising electricity bills, while normal life remains disrupted with businesses shuttered and public transport halted in various cities. On Saturday, turmoil gripped Azad Kashmir, as clashes between protesters and police escalated during the ongoing demonstrations against rising electricity bills. …