It seems that the President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev has become a real “icon” of socio-economic prosperity, regional connectivity, good governance and above all revival of splendid culture, traditions and civilization of ancient times in Central Asia. Hence construction of the Center for Islamic Civilization (CISC) in Tashkent vividly reflects his passions and love for the celebration of “Uzbekistan Third …

Pakistani superstar Mehwish Hayat sparked social media buzz after revealing her humorous take on a playful “flirtation ranking” of popular actors during an interaction with fans in Houston, where she is currently attending the Pakistan Celebrity Cricket League (PCCL). Speaking to fans, Mehwish Hayat described Humayun Saeed as a friendly and witty personality, clarifying that his charm should not be …

Significant developments emerged in the ongoing case against illegal gambling app promotions in Lahore. Judicial Magistrate Naeem Wato conducted a hearing involving YouTuber Saad Rehman, also known as Ducky Bhai, and his wife Uroob Jatoi. The court rejected a plea seeking the acquittal of co-accused Subhan, postponing the next hearing to December 17 for framing of charges against all defendants. …

Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh’s upcoming film Dhriandar faces a legal challenge just days before its scheduled release on December 5. The family of the late Major Mohit Sharma has filed a petition in the Delhi High Court seeking to halt the film’s release, claiming it appears to be inspired by Major Sharma’s life and secret missions without the family’s consent. …

The Ministry of Finance has released its monthly economic outlook report, projecting inflation in Pakistan to remain between 5 and 6 percent during November, while signaling a cautiously positive economic scenario. The report noted pressure on food prices and agricultural output, though industrial activity is gradually improving. It highlighted that ongoing economic reforms are bringing stability to economic activities, and …

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) fell short of its tax collection target in November, collecting Rs878 billion against a target of Rs1,034 billion, resulting in a shortfall of Rs156 billion, sources said. Officials indicated that daily collections could reduce the deficit by about Rs5 billion. For December, the FBR has set a tax collection target of Rs1,406 billion. Sources …

On the third day of the Second International Boxing Championship, Pakistan-origin British boxer Sahir Iqbal secured a victory by knockout in the first fight of the day. Iqbal defeated Bangladeshi boxer Omar Farooq in the opening round, setting a strong tone for the day’s matches. In other bouts, England’s Mestia Diaz claimed victory in the South Light Heavyweight category, defeating …

Iran has announced it will boycott next week’s FIFA World Cup 2026 draw in Washington after the United States reportedly refused visas to key members of its football delegation. A spokesperson for the Iranian Football Federation told state television that the US decision to deny visas to senior officials, including Federation President Mehdi Taj, is politically motivated and unrelated to …

Australian batsman Usman Khawaja is under scrutiny after making inappropriate remarks about the pitch used in the Perth Test, which the International Cricket Council (ICC) had rated as “very good.” The comments came during a luncheon hosted by Khawaja’s foundation, according to Australian media reports. Cricket Australia stated that Khawaja does not have the authority to publicly make such remarks …

Under the “Safe Punjab Vision,” the Punjab Safe Cities Authority (PSCA) has introduced a new feature allowing citizens’ mobile phones to act as live cameras for the Safe City control room, enhancing emergency response and public safety. The initiative, integrated into the Safe City Public Safety app, enables residents to share live video feeds from their phones directly with authorities …

Police in Lahore successfully rescued a 14-year-old girl who was abducted while on her way to school, recovering her from the Chunghi Amarsidhu area. Authorities said the operation was launched immediately after the girl’s parents filed a complaint, highlighting the urgency of the case. Using modern tracking technology, police traced the suspect and carried out a timely intervention to recover …

The District Police Officer (DPO) of Vehari, Muhammad Afzal, has taken notice of a sexual harassment scandal at Faisalabad Agricultural University’s Burewala campus, leading to the arrest of Professor Yahya Khan. According to police, a case has been registered against the professor under five different sections of the Pakistan Penal Code, including 509, 292, 293, 294, and 354, with Sub-Inspector …

The Balochistan Education Department has introduced an Early Warning System to identify and support students at risk of dropping out of school. According to officials, the new system will use specialized software to monitor student performance and flag children showing signs of disengagement. School administrations, in coordination with parents, will take timely measures to encourage continued attendance and prevent students …

The Punjab government has issued directives for the use of color-coded waste bins across markets, shopping malls, commercial centers, government offices, and educational institutions, aiming to modernize garbage collection similar to practices in developed countries. The order follows last year’s approval of the “Smart Waste Management Process,” initially implemented in public and private educational institutions across the province. Authorities said …

The Punjab government has resolved 1,005 land cases in just two days under the new Property Ordinance, restoring ownership rights to families who had been entangled in long-standing legal battles. According to the Chief Minister’s Office, the move follows the principle of “ownership belongs to the rightful owner,” enabling over a thousand families to regain possession of their land within …

Supreme Court of Pakistan (SCP) has ruled that under Section 7 of the Muslim Family Laws Ordinance 1961, any form of divorce, including triple talaq, cannot take effect until a mandatory 90-day waiting period has elapsed. The three-judge bench, comprising Chief Justice Yahya Afridi, Justice Muhammad Shafiq Siddiqui, and Justice Mian Gul Hasan Aurangzeb, delivered the judgment while hearing a …

Pakistan’s National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has proposed a “digital one-click disclosure” system aimed at eliminating fraud and irregularities in the private housing and cooperative sector. The system would allow citizens to instantly verify the legal status of housing schemes, approved layout plans, and the existence of specific plots. The initiative comes in response to widespread complaints from citizens who have …

Ministries, divisions, and other government departments across Pakistan collectively owe almost Rs 2.7 trillion in unpaid electricity bills, according to data provided by the Power Division to Parliament. The federal government and its institutions are reported to owe Rs 1.263 trillion, while provincial governments and their departments owe Rs 1.439 trillion. This brings the total outstanding amount to approximately Rs …

The inaugural International Quran Recitation Competition concluded in Islamabad, attracting participants from 37 countries. The prize distribution ceremony at the Convention Center began with a recitation by Qari Syed Sadaqat Ali. Addressing the event, Federal Minister for Religious Affairs Sardar Yusuf welcomed international participants, emphasizing Pakistan’s role in promoting Quranic knowledge. Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar said the competition reflects …

A petition has been filed seeking forensic verification and identification of suspects involved in the May 9 attack on Radio Pakistan Peshawar, with the court asked to refer the case to the Punjab Forensic Science Agency (PFSA) and the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA). According to details, the application was submitted before the Special Anti-Terrorism Court in Peshawar by …

The Supreme Court of Pakistan has declared that custodial torture, inhumane treatment and extrajudicial killings are unjustifiable under any circumstance, ruling that such acts violate the Constitution, fundamental rights and the principles of the rule of law. The landmark seven-page judgment, authored by Justice Jamal Khan Mandokhail, came in response to appeals filed by three police constables from Dera Ghazi …

Pakistan’s Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has uncovered a large-scale corruption scheme inside the Federal Treasury Office (FTO) Islamabad, exposing years of alleged manipulation, fake licensing, and systematic financial fraud involving government officials and private stamp vendors. According to FIA officials, the scam centered on the illegal issuance of stamp papers and the alleged failure to deposit stamp-paper fees, court fees, …

Pakistani cinema lovers can finally see their favorite on-screen pair Fawad Khan and Mahira Khan together again, as their highly anticipated romantic film “Nilofar” has hit theaters. The film is written and directed by Amar Rasool, with Usaf Sharq serving as producer. Fawad Khan and Hassan Khalid are credited as executive producers. The central cast features Fawad Khan and Mahira …

Pakistani actress Sonya Hussain has earned international acclaim by winning the Best Supporting Actress award at the Eurasian Open Award Diamond Butterfly ceremony in Moscow. Hussain received the honor for her performance in the film “Damak,” praised for its emotional depth, authenticity, and artistic excellence. The event featured 34 films from 17 countries, including two Pakistani entries —“Damak” and “Love …

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Pakistan emphasized the importance of regional cooperation and connectivity during the 29th Meeting of the ECO Council of Ministers (ECO-COM), highlighting Pakistan’s initiatives to enhance trade, transport, and digital networks across the region. Addressing the participants, the Foreign Minister congratulated Yermek Kosherbayev, Foreign Minister of Kazakhstan, on assuming the ECO Chairmanship and praised …

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar received Jean Bouquot, President of the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC), today and welcomed him to Pakistan. During the meeting, Senator Dar highlighted the critical role of the accountancy profession in strengthening financial governance and transparency. He emphasized the importance of equipping Pakistan to meet modern challenges, including the transformative …

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs provided a weekly briefing on Pakistan’s diplomatic activities and regional developments, covering high-level visits, bilateral engagements, and international concerns. The briefing began with an overview of the Prime Minister of Pakistan’s official visit to the Kingdom of Bahrain from 26–27 November 2025. The spokesperson said that during the visit, the Prime Minister met with His …

Senior Pakistani actress and director Singita has voiced her opinion that senior industry figures should have been included as judges on the musical reality show Pakistan Idol. Speaking on a recent TV show, Singita was asked about the criticism surrounding Fawad Khan’s inclusion as a judge on the show. She responded that including legendary singer Rahat Fateh Ali Khan as …

Inflation in Pakistan is accelerating again, with the weekly inflation rate rising by 0.73 percent and the annual inflation reaching 4.32 percent, according to the latest report from the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). The weekly price review shows that 14 essential items became more expensive, while prices of 12 items fell, and 25 items remained stable. Notably, tomatoes fell …

Concerns over former Prime Minister and PTI Chairman Imran Khan’s health have escalated as his sister, Alima Khan, wrote to the Punjab Home Department and the Inspector General of Prisons, urging immediate access and clarity on his condition. In her letter, Alima Khan highlighted that since November 4, family members have not been allowed to meet Imran Khan. She called …

Pakistan reaffirmed its strong commitment to the EU’s GSP+ scheme as Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan met the visiting European Commission Monitoring Mission in Islamabad today. The Mission was led by Sergio Balibrea, Advisor to GSP+ Directorate in DG TRADE, with EU Ambassador to Pakistan Raimundas Karoblis also accompanying the delegation. The Minister welcomed the delegation and highlighted …

Federal Minister for Communications, Abdul Aleem Khan, met with Türkiye’s Minister of Trade, Prof. Dr. Ömer Bolat, on the sidelines of the 5th ECO Ministerial Meeting on Commerce and Foreign Trade, held in Istanbul. During the meeting, Federal Minister Abdul Aleem Khan highlighted the longstanding brotherly relations between Pakistan and Türkiye and expressed satisfaction over the growing, multifaceted cooperation between …

Federal Minister for Board of Investment (BOI), Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh, held a landmark meeting today with the Chairperson of NAVTCC, Gulmina Bilal Ahmad, Executive Director of PODA, Sameena Nazir, and renowned artist Asmaa Zia. The meeting highlighted the pivotal role of women in Pakistan’s socio-economic development, explored avenues for woman-led entrepreneurship and skill-based investment, and marked the purchase of an …

Pakistan and Nigeria held a high-level meeting at the Federal Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Abuja today to strengthen economic cooperation, deepen trade and investment ties, and foster closer bilateral relations. The discussions were hosted by His Excellency Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, OON, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Nigeria, and attended by Mr. Rana Ihsaan Afzal Khan, Coordinator to the Prime …

A high-level meeting finalized Pakistan’s comprehensive meat export plan to Malaysia, in line with the vision of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The session was jointly chaired by Special Assistant to the Prime Minister Haroon Akhtar Khan, Federal Minister for National Food Security Rana Tanveer Hussain, and Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan. Representatives from the Ministry of Commerce, Ministry …

Pakistan strongly condemns the shooting incident in Washington DC, reportedly involving an Afghan National. Our thoughts and prayers are with the departed soldier, and wish the injured a swift and complete recovery. We also extend heartfelt sympathies to the families affected as well as to the Government and people of the United States. This targeted attack was undoubtedly an act …

The Sindh High Court (SHC) has summoned the provincial Secretary for Agriculture and the Cane Commissioner after a petition was filed against the failure to begin the sugarcane crushing season and the continued closure of sugar mills. The constitutional bench heard the petition, in which the petitioner argued that under the Sugarcane Act, the crushing season must begin on 15 …

Pakistani students at Oxford University secured a decisive victory over the Indian team during a high-profile debate at the Oxford Union, winning by a clear two-third majority despite a larger number of Indian members in the audience. The debate centred on the motion, “India’s Pakistan policy is essentially a strategy to inflame public sentiment, presented as a security doctrine.” Organizers …

Two dolphins, a spinner dolphin and a humpback dolphin were found dead under mysterious circumstances at two separate locations along the Pasni coast in Balochistan, officials said. According to sources, both dolphins are believed to have died after becoming trapped in harmful fishing nets, a recurring threat to marine wildlife along Pakistan’s coastline. The spinner dolphin, known for its acrobatic …

Federal Minister for Petroleum, Ali Pervaiz Malik, held a meeting today with the Ambassador of the State of Kuwait to Pakistan, Nassar Abdulrahman Jasser Almutairi, to discuss ongoing collaboration and future avenues of partnership between Pakistan and Kuwait, particularly in the petroleum sector. During the meeting, the Minister warmly welcomed the Ambassador and commended his positive and constructive role in …