Punjab authorities have announced action against sugar mills that have failed to start crushing despite government orders. The Punjab Cane Commissioner declared today that enforcement measures will begin against mills that have not commenced operations. The move comes as only five out of 41 sugar mills in Punjab have started crushing, despite the government setting a deadline of November 15. …

The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has arrested five Afghan nationals involved in obtaining illegal identification documents in Peshawar, officials said. According to an FIA spokesperson, the arrests were made during a raid by the agency’s smuggling circle at a private hotel in Dubgari. The suspects Ali Khan, Ajmal, Qasim, Ahmed, and Hamza were living in Pakistan illegally. Officials said the …

A widow of a police employee was burned alive in Sahiwal, Punjab, after a dispute over land payment, police said. According to local police sources, the incident occurred two days ago in the village 70-FR. The victim, Jannat Bibi, visited the home of Hak Nawaz to collect payment for her land. Following an argument, Hak Nawaz, Umar, and a woman …

Five armed men broke into a house in Sarai Mughal, Lahore, stole gold jewelry and cash, and abducted a teenage girl, police said. According to the local police report, the robbery occurred late last night, causing panic in the neighborhood. The suspects initially tried to break into a vehicle outside the house but failed and then entered the residence. Once …

In a rare and unusual case, Gujrat police have registered an FIR against a former son-in-law and an alleged “jinn” named Adil for sexual assault, following orders from the District Police Officer (DPO). The incident reportedly took place in Bhadar village, under the jurisdiction of Kakrali police station, where the former son-in-law, identified as Syed Kabir, allegedly attacked his former …

Punjab has established a high-powered parliamentary committee to investigate losses caused by the recent floods, assess the scale of damage, and recommend a comprehensive strategy for rehabilitation and future disaster prevention. According to the notification issued by the Punjab Assembly Secretariat, the committee will be headed by PPP’s Syed Ali Haider Gilani and will include 24 members of the provincial …

The government has issued a new notification announcing changes in petroleum prices across the country. According to the notification, the price of high-speed diesel has been increased by Rs 6 per litre, taking the new rate to Rs 284.44 per litre. Meanwhile, the government has decided to keep the price of petrol unchanged for the next 15 days. The current …

The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has achieved the largest recovery in Pakistan’s history, securing a record Rs 8,397 billion over the past two and a half years through actions against corruption, fraud, and illegal allotment of state land. According to official sources, the recoveries were made between March 2023 and October 2025, marking a dramatic leap compared to the bureau’s …

Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has said that no passenger involved in bringing disrepute to Pakistan will be allowed to travel abroad, stressing that the government will not tolerate any form of illegal immigration. The interior minister, accompanied by Minister for Overseas Pakistanis Chaudhry Salik Hussain, paid an unannounced two-hour visit to Lahore Airport. During the inspection, Naqvi expressed strong …

Pakistani rappers Talha Anjum and Talha Yunus have sparked discussions on social media following their recent concert in Nepal, where they waved foreign flags as a symbol of friendship and goodwill. Media reports indicate that during the performance, Talha Anjum raised the Indian flag while Talha Yunus held up the Nepali flag, expressing gratitude to fans and promoting a message …

Renowned folk singer Sanam Marvi has shared details about her early career and how her earnings from music performances have evolved over time. Speaking on a recent podcast, Marvi revealed that she received Rs 27,000 for her first major music program—a sum she described as significant at the time. She said the earnings allowed her to buy essential household items, …

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has decided to conduct a comprehensive forensic audit of its departments to investigate allegations of corruption, illegal payments, and financial irregularities, including the high-profile Kohistan mega corruption scandal. According to media reports, the audit will cover a 12-year period from 2013 to 2024 to determine the extent of fake and unlawful payments across the province. A …

The newly established Federal Constitutional Court has released its first cause list, outlining the schedule for the hearing of major constitutional cases next week. According to the list, Chief Justice Aminuddin Khan will hear cases in Courtroom No. 1, while Justice Hasan Azhar Rizvi will preside over proceedings in Courtroom No. 2. A two-member bench comprising Justice Aamir Farooq and …

President Asif Ali Zardari has approved major amendments to Pakistan’s defence laws, signing into law the Pakistan Army (Amendment) Bill 2025, the Pakistan Air Force (Amendment) Bill 2025, and the Pakistan Navy (Amendment) Bill 2025. All three bills had been passed by both houses of Parliament. With the president’s assent, the amendments have now formally become part of national law. …

Justice Shams Mahmood Mirza of the Lahore High Court has submitted his resignation to the President of Pakistan, following in the footsteps of senior Supreme Court judges Mansoor Ali Shah and Athar Minallah. Sources said Justice Mirza quietly visited his chambers, cleared his office, and left without any official protocol. He had taken oath as an Additional Judge of the …

Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has reaffirmed that cross-border terrorism remains a threat and praised the Pakistan Army and Frontier Corps for successfully foiling the attack on Cadet College Wana. Speaking with tribal elders in Wana, Naqvi said attacks on the country’s peace would not be tolerated and confirmed that Afghan-based terrorists were involved in the Islamabad court and Wana …

Authorities have arrested another key facilitator linked to the suicide attack at Islamabad’s court complex, marking a significant breakthrough in the ongoing investigation. According to sources, the arrested suspect provided logistical support to the suicide bomber. Intelligence agencies also detained a tailor involved in preparing the explosive-laden jacket used in the attack. Sources revealed that the suicide jacket was made …

Sindh Rangers, acting on a tip-off, arrested four smugglers during a snap check at Hub River Road, Maari Pur, and recovered a large consignment of non-customs cigarettes. According to a spokesperson for Sindh Rangers, the arrested suspects are Syed Habibullah, Syed Naveed Ahmed, Sanaullah, and Wali Jan. Authorities recovered 47,680 packets of non-customs cigarettes, four mobile phones, and cash from …

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa police, in a joint operation with the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD), have killed five foreign terrorists in the border areas of Bannu and Lakki Marwat districts. According to local police sources, the operation targeted the presence of the extremist group Fitna al-Khawarij in the areas of Takhti Khel and Howaid. The raid was conducted under the direct supervision of …

Justice K.K. Agha has taken the oath as a judge of Pakistan’s newly established Federal Constitutional Court, in a ceremony held at the Islamabad High Court. The oath was administered by Chief Justice of the Federal Constitutional Court, Justice Amin-ud-Din Khan. Islamabad High Court Chief Justice Sardar Muhammad Sarfraz Dogar also attended the ceremony. Other participants included Federal Constitutional Court …

Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Industries and Production, Haroon Akhtar Khan, chaired a follow-up meeting with the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority (SMEDA) in Islamabad today. This meeting was held a day after his detailed interaction with the SMEs Cluster of Rawalpindi and the President of the Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI), where pharmaceutical SMEs …

Punjab Assembly Speaker Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan has indicated that the wave of judicial resignations is likely to continue, with more judges expected to step down, describing some judges as biased and serving the interests of a single party. Speaking to the media in Lahore, Malik Ahmad Khan said, “These judges were like political parties; their justice was only for …

The Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Islamabad on Saturday issued notices on a plea filed by senior journalist Matiullah Jan seeking acquittal in a case related to alleged snatching of drugs and weapons. The case was heard by ATC Judge Tahir Abbas Supra, who took up Jan’s application requesting his acquittal. During the proceedings, the judge observed that the defence had …

An Indian Sikh woman visiting Pakistan for Baba Guru Nanak’s birthday celebrations has converted to Islam and married a Pakistani citizen, officials confirmed. The woman, formerly Sarbjit Kaur, adopted the Islamic name Noor. According to the marriage certificate, the 48-year-old tied the knot on November 5 with Nasir Hussain, a resident of Farooqabad in Sheikhupura district. The marriage contract (Nikah) …

A young Pakistani software engineer from Lahore has developed an artificial intelligence-powered system that promises to significantly reduce cost and time in the telecommunications sector, media reports said on Friday. Muhammad Usman Basheer, the developer behind the innovation, has created a low-cost conversational agent that integrates with WebRTC (Web Real-Time Communication) to enhance real-time communication capabilities. The system is designed …

Air quality across Lahore and several districts of Punjab remained extremely hazardous on Friday, with pollution levels far beyond safe health limits. In the early morning, Lahore recorded an AQI of 439, placing the city as the second most polluted in the world, according to global monitoring platform IQAir. Other Punjab cities also reported dangerous levels of pollution. Gujranwala recorded …

Five newly constructed double-storey barracks have been completed at Kot Lakhpat Jail, significantly expanding capacity and improving inmate facilities. The new barracks were inaugurated by Chairman of the Task Force Rana Manan Khan and Punjab Home Secretary Dr. Ahmed Javed Qazi. According to the Punjab Home Department spokesperson, the facility can now accommodate 2,000 additional prisoners. During their visit, the …

Chief Justice of the Federal Constitutional Court, Justice Aminuddin Khan, has issued his first official order, marking an administrative milestone for the newly established judicial body. According to the notification approved by the Chief Justice, former District and Sessions Judge Muhammad Hafeez has been appointed as the first Registrar of the Federal Constitutional Court. In a separate decision, Mazhar Bhatti …

Pakistan Muslim League-N President and former prime minister Nawaz Sharif has once again departed for London, party officials confirmed on Thursday. Sharif travelled from Jati Umra, Raiwind, to Lahore Airport earlier today, where he boarded an international flight to the United Kingdom. According to party sources, the visit is primarily for a routine medical check-up, and the PML-N leader is …

A Lahore sessions court has summoned Punjab Assembly Speaker Malik Ahmad Khan in Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s defamation suit against the founding chairman of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). The case was heard by Additional Sessions Judge Yilmaz Ghani. At the outset, the PTI founder’s counsel sought time for cross-examination, informing the court that lead lawyer Muhammad Hussain would arrive shortly. The …

Bollywood superstar Ajay Devgn has responded to recent comments by his wife Kajol regarding marriage and the concept of renewal or expiry options in relationships. Kajol, speaking on a YouTube channel, discussed how love and relationships have evolved in modern times. When asked by Twinkle Khanna whether marriage should have an expiry or renewal option, Kajol agreed, saying it is …

Indian actress and singer Shehnaaz Gill has expressed her deep admiration for legendary qawwali singer Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, saying his voice brings her closer to God. The star, who gained fame through Bigg Boss Season 13, described how listening to Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan’s qawwalis fills her heart with peace and spiritual energy. She said the music inspires a …

Several Bollywood stars and sports personalities own luxurious properties in Dubai, according to entertainment website Koimoi. The city’s beachfront villas, high-rise apartments, and glittering skyline continue to attract Indian celebrities. Shah Rukh Khan owns a lavish 18,000-square-foot villa named “Jannat” in Palm Jumeirah, featuring a private beach, gym, and swimming pool. The interiors were designed by his wife, Gauri Khan, …

Veteran Bollywood actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui has revealed that early in his career, his father forbade him from returning home because of the repeated beatings his characters faced on screen. In a recent interview, Siddiqui said that films like “Sirfros” and “Munnabhai M.B.B.S.” often had him in violent or weak roles, which embarrassed his father. Villagers would also taunt him, saying …

Indian fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah is in trouble after making inappropriate comments about South African captain Temba Bavuma during a recent match, a video clip of which went viral on social media. In the clip, Bumrah is seen giving advice on whether Bavuma should take a review after an LBW appeal was turned down. During the exchange, he reportedly made …

Pakistan’s hockey team secured a dominant 8-0 victory over Bangladesh in the second match of their three-game series in Dhaka, ensuring qualification for the FIH Hockey World Cup Playoffs. Sufyan Khan was named man of the match for his outstanding performance. With this win, Pakistan gained an unassailable lead in the series, having also defeated Bangladesh 8-2 in the first …

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has completed the valuation process of all Pakistan Super League (PSL) franchise teams and assets and has sent renewal offers to all eligible franchises with updated fees for the next ten-year cycle. Franchise owners have been asked to notify the PSL management of their decisions by the specified deadline. To ensure transparency in the decade-long …

Pakistan Shaheens made a strong start in the Asia Cup Rising Stars by defeating Oman by 40 runs in their opening match. Oman won the toss and elected to field first. Pakistan posted a total of 220 for 4 in their 20 overs. Opener Mohammad Naseem managed 6 runs, while Maaz Sadaqat played a match-winning innings of 96 not out …

The 27th Constitutional Amendment has been approved by both the National Assembly and the Senate, with the official gazette notification issued by the Senate of Pakistan. A total of 56 amendments were passed by the two houses. The amendment introduces significant changes affecting the judiciary, military leadership, and federal and provincial powers. Key provisions include modifications in judicial transfer powers, …

The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has arrested two suspects involved in a financial fraud targeting Senator Falak Naz, officials said. According to authorities, the suspects impersonated the CEO of Shaukat Khanum Hospital to defraud the senator. Using WhatsApp, they allegedly tricked Senator Falak Naz into transferring Rs 485,500. The suspects, identified as Muhammad Nadeem and Asad Falak, hail …