The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has recommended closing 57 cases related to the May 9 unrest, sources in the provincial Law Department confirmed on Thursday. The Law Department has forwarded the recommendations to the provincial cabinet, which will take the final decision. Officials said that several Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) lawmakers are named in these cases, and convictions could have led to …

The Punjab government has stepped up emergency measures to tackle rising air pollution in Lahore as dropping temperatures and weak winds contribute to worsening conditions. Senior Punjab Minister Maryam Aurangzeb said the government has tasked the Anti-Smog Field Force with immediate action, deploying additional personnel to enforce pollution control measures. The Environment Department has increased inspections in industrial zones late …

The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Anti-Corruption Circle Islamabad has registered a case against 58 employees of the Capital Development Authority (CDA) over the use of fake documents for employment. According to FIA sources, the accused allegedly obtained jobs at CDA using forged educational certificates and other fraudulent documentation. The positions secured include security guards, lift operators, drivers, and tubewell operators. …

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has expressed solidarity with the Prime Minister of Malaysia, Dato Seri Anwar Ibrahim, over the recent cyclone-induced floods that caused heavy loss of life and property. Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif held a telephonic conversation with Dato Seri Anwar Ibrahim today. The Prime Minister, on behalf of the people and Government of Pakistan as well …

The Senate has passed the National Agri Trade and Food Safety Authority Bill 2025, paving the way for the creation of a new federal body to regulate agricultural trade standards and food safety across Pakistan. The bill was approved during a Senate session chaired by Presiding Officer Shahadat Awan, while Federal Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar formally presented it before …

The Balochistan government has decided to pursue Interpol Red Notices and initiate international legal proceedings against the exiled heads and senior commanders of banned terrorist organisations, along with more than 300 wanted terrorist operatives. The decision was taken during an extraordinary high-level meeting chaired by Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti, where officials briefed the leadership on the scope of evidence …

The government has decided to tighten its crackdown on individuals attempting to travel abroad using fake documents, as well as against the networks facilitating such activities. The decision came during a high-level meeting chaired by Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Minister for Overseas Pakistanis Chaudhry Salik Hussain, where officials reviewed loopholes in the current system and discussed measures to improve …

The Islamabad High Court has requested the Higher Education Commission (HEC) to obtain the law degree record of Justice Tariq Mahmood Jahangiri from Karachi University, officials confirmed on Friday. A division bench comprising Chief Justice Sarfraz Dogar and Justice Azam Khan scheduled the next hearing in the case for December 9 and issued a written order to formally summon the …

Aleema Khan, sister of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan, has called on the public to stand with PTI, warning that the party is being targeted and urging decisive action against government pressure. Speaking to reporters outside the Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Lahore, Aleema Khan said Imran Khan is being kept in isolation and subjected to “torture,” asserting that the …

The Sindh Assembly has unanimously passed the Sindh Letters and Succession Certificate (Amendment) Bill, changing the procedure for issuing inheritance certificates in the province. The bill was presented in the assembly by Law Minister Ziaul Hassan Lanjhar during a session chaired by Speaker Owais Qadir Shah. Previously, succession certificates were issued by the session judge; under the new law, the …

Federal Minister for Climate Change and Environmental Coordination, Dr. Musadik Malik, addressed a conference organized by the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) to commemorate 25 years of conservation efforts for the Indus River Dolphin. In his address, Dr. Musadik Malik warned that rising temperatures and accelerating glacier melt are direct consequences of unchecked pollution and climate change. He expressed …

Pakistan Customs Enforcement seized 564 smuggled mobile phones from a non-custom-paid Toyota Land Cruiser intercepted at the Karachi–Hyderabad Toll Plaza, officials confirmed on Thursday. The vehicle was stopped when officers asked the driver to produce its registration documents—requests he failed to meet. Officials said the SUV appeared tampered with, and its bodywork raised further suspicion. A detailed search led to …

The Islamabad Police have formally abolished their Cybercrime Wing, transferring all officers and constables from the unit to the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD), officials familiar with the development said on Thursday. According to sources, ongoing cases and inquiries previously handled by the Cybercrime Wing have been shifted to the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA), which will now oversee all …

The Prime Minister of Pakistan Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Zhaparov Nurgozhoevich led their respective sides at a delegation-level meeting in the Prime Minister House today. During the talks, the Prime Minister was assisted by the Deputy Prime Minister & Foreign Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff, Federal …

The Meteorological Department has forecast light rain and snowfall in northern areas of Pakistan starting December 5. According to the weather alert, a weak western disturbance will affect the northern regions from the night of December 4 to December 5. Gilgit-Baltistan, Kashmir, and upper areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa are expected to experience light rain and snowfall. Areas including Dir, Chitral, …

Pakistan has formally requested the extradition of Shehzad Akbar and Adil Raja from the United Kingdom, stating that both individuals are “highly wanted” in Pakistan and should be handed over immediately. The demand was made during a key meeting between Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and the British High Commissioner Jane Marriott. The discussions focused on Pakistan-UK relations, security cooperation, and …

In continuation of Pakistan’s support to the people of Sri Lanka following the widespread devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwa and in response to the Sri Lankan Government’s appeal for international assistance, NDMA, under the special directives of Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, has dispatched further humanitarian relief to Colombo. NDMA today sent an additional 20 tons of relief items from …

Nicolas Galey, Ambassador of France called on the Federal Minister for Human Rights Senator Azam Nazeer Tarar to discuss cooperation in promoting and strengthening human rights in Pakistan. The Minister highlighted recent improvements in the human rights landscape, noting a decline in rights-related violations and enhanced institutional responsiveness. The Ministry of Human Rights, in coordination with relevant departments, is actively …

Iranian Ambassador to Pakistan, Dr. Reza Amiri Moghaddam, called on Federal Minister for Railways, Muhammad Hanif Abbasi, in Islamabad today. Iranian Commercial Counsellor, Ms. Kamali Moghaddam, also attended the meeting. The meeting focused on strengthening Pakistan–Iran bilateral relations, enhancing political, economic, and trade cooperation, and appreciating the sustained goodwill between the two countries. Both sides expressed gratitude over the positive …

Pakistan Railways has taken a major step toward modernizing its educational institutions by outsourcing three key railway schools under the Public–Private Partnership (PPP) model, officials confirmed Thursday. The signing ceremony was held under the supervision of Federal Minister for Railways Muhammad Hanif Abbasi, who said the initiative aimed to provide railway employees’ children with “a bright and promising future.” Under …

The 35th edition of Pakistan’s National Games officially began in Karachi on Thursday, starting with a netball tournament at the Pakistan Sports Board Coaching Center. The opening match featured traditional rivals, defending champions Pakistan Army and WAPDA, drawing attention from sports enthusiasts. Mohammad Khalid Mahmood, Secretary of the Pakistan Olympic Association, attended the event as a special guest. The formal …

Punjab Senior Minister Maryam Aurangzeb announced that the minimum driving age in the province has been reduced to 16 years as part of an intensified road safety campaign. She said the government is implementing new mechanisms to improve traffic discipline and enforce a zero-tolerance policy against violations. In a statement, Aurangzeb emphasized that traffic accidents will not decrease until individuals …

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has approved the formation of a high-level steering committee aimed at eliminating forced child labour across the province, according to an official notification on Thursday. The newly formed 15-member committee will be chaired by Senior Provincial Minister Maryam Aurangzeb, while former MNA Mohsin Shahnawaz Ranjha has been appointed as the co-chairman. The notification states …

In line with Punjab Chief Minister’s vision of a “Drug-Free Punjab,” Rawalpindi police have carried out a major crackdown across multiple police stations, arresting 32 alleged drug suppliers and seizing more than 41 kilograms of hashish, officials said. The operation was launched on the instructions of City Police Officer (CPO) Syed Khalid Hamdani, with coordinated raids conducted by various police …

The Punjab government has issued an ordinance allowing kite flying in the province after 25 years, with strict conditions and penalties to ensure safety. The ordinance, signed by Governor Salim Haider, sets clear rules for the celebration of Basant. According to the ordinance, kite flying had been banned in Punjab since 2001. Children under 18 are prohibited from flying kites, …

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with all business representatives and companies participating in the privatization of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), emphasizing that transparency and merit will be the foremost priorities in the process. The Prime Minister stated that the privatization process is being conducted smoothly to restore PIA’s lost reputation and align the national airline with modern standards. He expressed …

The Information Service Academy (ISA) organized a seminar titled “The Contemporary Relevance of Iqbal’s Thought and the New Generation” at the ISA Auditorium, bringing together scholars, students, and officers from various organizations to explore the enduring significance of Allama Muhammad Iqbal’s philosophical and literary vision. In her opening remarks, Executive Director General ISA, Imrana Wazir, highlighted Iqbal’s role as a …

A high-level delegation comprising Louisa Odell, Innovation and Technology Advisor at Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO); Michael Unwin, Strategic Partnership Lead, Technology & Innovation Unit, FCDO; and Kimberly Brown, Global Head of Mobile for Humanitarian, GSMA, called on the Federal Minister for IT & Telecommunication, Shaza Fatima Khawaja, in Islamabad to discuss the critical role of connectivity and mobile …

Christine Arab, UN Women Regional Director, accompanied by UN Women Country Representative Jamshed Qazi, called on the Federal Minister for Human Rights, Senator Azam Nazeer Tarar, today during her visit to Pakistan. The courtesy meeting provided an opportunity to discuss Pakistan’s ongoing initiatives to promote gender equality and empower women across all sectors of society. During the meeting, the Minister …

Federal Minister for Climate Change and Environmental Coordination, Dr. Musadik Malik, chaired the 5th meeting of the Prime Minister’s Committee for the Modernization of the National Tariff Commission (NTC). Also present in the meeting were the Special Assistant to the Prime Minister for Industries and Production Haroon Akhtar, the Attorney General of Pakistan, Mansoor Usman Awan, members of the National …

Three police officers were martyred in a terrorist attack targeting a police vehicle in the Paniala area near a degree college in Dera Ismail Khan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. According to police, terrorists had planted an improvised explosive device (IED) on the road, which detonated when the police vehicle arrived. Following the explosion, the attackers opened fire on the officers, martying Assistant …

Aurangzeb Khan Khichi, Federal Minister for Culture along with leading Pakistani filmmakers represented Pakistan in the 43rd Fajr Film Festival held in the historic city of Shiraz, Iran. Aurangzeb Khan Khichi was invited as a special guest to participate in the festival. In his keynote address, the Minister stressed the joint production of films by both countries. Pakistan and Iran, …

The Karachi Customs Enforcement has prevented a major attempt to misdeclare imported goods, saving the federal revenue approximately Rs167 million. According to the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), Karachi-based company Messrs An Sons Corporation and its clearing agent Messrs Pakistan Shipping & Logistics Company attempted to underreport a consignment of auto parts and laptops imported via Jebel Ali to evade …

The Punjab Bar Council has barred police personnel from entering all 43 district and 170 tehsil bar associations across the province, following the killing of two lawyers in Vehari and Jhang. In a strongly worded statement, the president of the Punjab Bar Council condemned the incident and announced that police would not be allowed inside any bar premises until further …

The Punjab Traffic Police has announced a major policy shift, declaring that no FIR will be registered against underage drivers, and instead, criminal charges will be brought against the owners of the vehicles they are driving. The directive was issued by DIG Traffic Punjab Muhammad Waqas Nazir, who circulated a special message to all Chief Traffic Officers (CTOs) and District …

The Punjab government has approved the launch of the “Chief Minister Punjab Honorarium Card for Mosque Imams”, setting February 2026 as the deadline for the card’s full rollout. The decision was taken during a high-level meeting chaired by Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif. According to officials, payments under the new system will begin from January 1, initially through pay …

The Lahore High Court has set aside a trial court ruling and handed a 13-year-old boy back to his foster parents, emphasising that a child’s preference and emotional wellbeing must take precedence in custody matters. Justice Faisal Zaman Khan issued the eight-page judgment while hearing a petition filed by Arshad Ali. The trial court had earlier ordered the boy’s return …

The Federal Minister of Science & Technology, Khalid Magsi, attended the 4th Convocation of the National University of Technology (NUTECH) today, witnessing the graduation of 244 MS and BS students. The event also marked the successful completion of seven years of academic excellence at NUTECH. Addressing the gathering, Federal Minister Khalid Hussain Magsi noted that over the past seven years, …

BEIJING (Internews): A Pakistani doctoral researcher Awais Ahmad Siddiqi at Tsinghua University has secured first place in the Beijing Municipal Government’s Global Technological Innovation Pitch Competition, earning top honors among participants from around the world and bringing recognition to Pakistan’s scientific community. According to the reports, the event gathered more than 70 innovators from over 40 countries, showcasing breakthroughs in …

Chief Justice of the Lahore High Court, Alia Neelum, has expressed concern over the arrests of underage drivers for violating traffic laws. During a meeting with the Inspector General of Punjab Police at the Lahore High Court, Justice Neelum directed authorities to first run awareness campaigns targeting children who drive motorcycles or cars before taking legal action. She emphasized that …