PTI leader and lawyer Sher Afzal Marwat was denied entry into Adiala Jail on Thursday to meet party Founder Imran Khan. The jail administration informed Marwat that Khan no longer recognised him as his legal representative. According to jail officials, the PTI founder issued clear instructions prohibiting Marwat’s entry into the jail and had also provided a written statement to …

Supreme Court puisne judge Justice Mansoor Ali Shah questioned the judicial assistant, asking whether a bench could be formed by the executive rather than the judiciary, suggesting that the judicial order had been overlooked by the Judges’ Committee. Senior most judge of the apex court made these remarks in contempt of court case in the jurisdiction of regular benches that …

Foreign Office spokesperson Shafqat Ali Khan rejected allegations that Pakistan was providing shelter to ISIS during a weekly news briefing. He emphasized that Pakistan’s stance on its “One China” policy remains clear and unchanged, adding that the country is eager to join the BRICS group. Khan also reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to supporting peace in Syria, stating that Pakistan’s position on …

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has announced the end of its negotiations with the government, citing a lack of cooperation and failure to announce a judicial commission as key reasons. PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan, speaking to the media outside Adiala Jail, disclosed that PTI Founder Imran Khan made the decision to end the negotiations after the government refused to …

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed profound sorrow as tragic landslides and flash floods had struck Indonesia’s Java island, resulting in the loss of precious lives and leaving some individuals missing. “On behalf of the people and the Government of Pakistan, I extend my deepest condolences to President Prabowo Subianto, the families of the victims and to the people of Indonesia …

In a major breakthrough, police have arrested the prime suspect in the Government College University (GCU) gang rape case in Lahore. According to the police, the suspect, Haseeb Afzal has been arrested, while raids are ongoing to apprehend his accomplices, Talha Khan and Hamza Sheikh. Police reports indicate that the three men allegedly gang-raped an MPhil student, Fatima, after she …

Pakistan is witnessing the early signs of a drought, as a severe shortage of rainfall has been recorded in multiple regions of the country over the past five and a half months. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has reported that national rainfall has dropped by 40 percent from September 1 to January 15, leading to the emergence of drought conditions …

The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) on Wednesday issued a comprehensive advisory after a gap of 20 years aimed at curbing human trafficking and ensuring stricter monitoring of passengers traveling to and from Pakistan. The move comes in light of rising concerns about the exploitation of vulnerable individuals for forced labor and trafficking purposes. The advisory, based on a detailed analysis …

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday condemned acts of violence and destruction in Balochistan, stating that those responsible are not only enemies of the province but of the entire country. Addressing a federal cabinet meeting, the premier termed the opposition to Gwadar Port a direct affront to Pakistan’s sovereignty and economic future. “Those fueling violence and destruction are not just …

Three senior judges of the Supreme Court including Justice Mansoor Ali Shah, Justice Ayesha Malik, and Justice Aqeel Abbasi have written a letter to Chief Justice Yahya Afridi. All judges in a letter expressed concerns over the non-scheduling of the important “bench powers” case, terming the issue a violation of judicial orders and contempt of court. The letter also addressed …

ISLAMABAD: The New Gwadar International Airport officially commenced operations on Monday, welcoming its inaugural flight in the country’s southwestern Balochistan province, the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA) said in a statement. A flight of Pakistan International Airlines landed at 11:14 a.m. local time (0614 GMT), marking the airport’s first commercial arrival, the statement added. The flight was warmly received by …

ISLAMABAD: The Chinese Embassy in Islamabad announced that the Gwadar New International Airport, a Chinese-aided project, welcomed its first commercial flight, PA-503, today. In a statement released on Monday, the embassy described the airport as a “shining example of China-Pakistan friendship.” Designed to accommodate the world’s largest civil aircraft, the airport is poised to play a pivotal role in transforming …

GWADAR: Pakistan celebrated a major milestone in aviation history on Monday as the first commercial flight landed at the newly inaugurated New Gwadar International Airport, signaling the start of operations at the state-of-the-art facility. PIA flight PK-503, carrying 46 passengers, departed from Karachi’s Jinnah International Airport at 9:50 AM and touched down at Gwadar at 11:15 AM. The event marked the airport’s official operational launch …

Pakistan Threek-e-Insaf founder and former prime minister Imran Khan has said that he and his workers would prefer to be in jail rather than accepting the dictatorship of “Yahya Khan Part 2”. “Let me reiterate that our party workers, including myself, would prefer being in jail over accepting the dictatorship of Yahya Khan Part 2. I will not compromise on …

The Supreme Court was supposed to preside over the hearing of ‘powers of Supreme Court benches’ case. However, today Justice Mansoor Ali Shah and Justice Ayesha Malik were informed that the cause list for this week did not include this case. The petitioner’s counsel Barrister Salahuddin appeared before the Supreme Court and pled “I came from Karachi only for this …

Rain and strong winds have been predicted for Islamabad while the upper areas of the country are likely to receive snowfall The Pakistan Meteorological Department has issued weather alerts for various regions: Balochistan: Rain is predicted in Quetta, Mastung, Ziarat, Chaman, Pishin, and Qila Abdullah. Areas including Chagai, Nushki, Kalat, Harnai, Zhob, Musakhel, Qila Saifullah, Barkhan, Panjgur, Turbat, Jiwani, and Gwadar …

The long-awaited New Gwadar International Airport (NGIA) is now operational, marking an important step for Pakistan’s aviation and economy. The first commercial flight, PIA’s PK-503, landed at NGIA from Karachi with 46 passengers on board. Although it was delayed by 45 minutes, the flight was welcomed with a water cannon salute. Defense and Aviation Minister Khawaja Asif was present to …

In a dominant performance, Pakistan defeated the West Indies in the 1st Test at Multan, wrapping up the match on January 17, 2025. The West Indies were bowled out for just 123 in their second innings, chasing a target of 251. Abrar Ahmed played a crucial role with the ball, taking 4 wickets for 27 runs, while Sajid Khan added …

Following the death of around 40 Pakistanis in the boat tragedy near Morocco’s coast, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that 21 Pakistanis have survived the ill-fated journey. The Pakistani embassy in Rabat has already given the green signal to assist citizens. The boat which capsized near the coast, had at least 86 passengers on board, including 66 Pakistanis. The …

Lahore has once again earned the grim distinction of being the most polluted city in the world, according to the latest air quality data. The city’s Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at a staggering 553, categorizing it as a hazardous level of pollution. This marks another alarming episode in Lahore’s ongoing battle with deteriorating air quality, which continues to threaten public …

Supreme Court Judge Justice Athar Minallah on Sunday labelled the era of General Zia-ul-Haq as the “most terrifying” period in Pakistan’s history, describing it as a time when human rights were egregiously violated. Addressing the first International Animal Rights and Environment Conference in Lahore, Justice Minallah reflected on the harsh realities of the Zia era, citing the establishment of torture …

ISLAMABAD (Internews): The Chinese Embassy in Islamabad announced a historic achievement in the collaboration between Pakistan and China over launch of EO-1 Satellite in a joint collaboration. According to a statement released on Saturday, the embassy stated that under the partnership of the China National Space Administration (CNSA) and SUPARCO, Pakistan’s indigenous EO-1 satellite was successfully launched. The launch was …

The Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication (MoIT&T) has prepared a roadmap for 5G technology, documents showed . The documents said that 5G technology will be launched across the country, with the initial date given to be June 2025. The spectrum auction will be completed in five phases, the documents said. According to the details, the 5G spectrum auction process …

The Pakistani government on Saturday dispatched a high-level investigation team to Morocco to probe the tragic deaths of at least 44 Pakistani migrants in a boat accident that occurred off the coast of Morocco. The team, which left Islamabad today, will conduct an in-depth investigation into the incident thatraised serious concerns about human smuggling operations. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif took …

The fault in the global submarine cable AAA-1, detected on January 2 near Qatar, remains unresolved even after two weeks, leading to slow internet services in various cities across Pakistan. A spokesperson for Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) stated that the fault has impacted users’ ability to access social media apps and web browsing efficiently. Despite efforts to address the …

Following the sentencing of the PTI founder and Bushra Bibi in the £190 million reference case, party leadership has strongly condemned the court’s verdict, calling it baseless and politically motivated. A senior PTI leader Faisal Ch stated, “There is not a single proof of financial corruption against us. From the first day, this judge has been seeking a verdict. We …

Supreme Court of Pakistan raised critical questions about the selective application of military trials during an intra-court appeal hearing regarding civilian cases in military courts. “Why wasn’t there a military trial for the attack on Parliament? It is supreme above all. Doesn’t Parliament consider an attack on itself as contempt?” Justice Hassan Azhar Rizvi questioned during the proceedings. A seven-member …

The Accountability Court of Islamabad has sentenced Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Founder Imran Khan to 14 years in prison and a Rs1 million fine after finding him guilty in the £190 million reference case. Imran’s wife, Bushra Bibi, has been sentenced to seven years in prison and a Rs500,000 fine. The court has ordered the confiscation of land belonging to Al-Qadir …

The inside story of a recent meeting between Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar and Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir has come forth. The discussions primarily revolved around security and counter-terrorism in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), according to security sources. The meeting, held in Peshawar, was reportedly focused on addressing the region’s pressing security challenges, but security sources …

As the Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreement enters the global spotlight, leaders from Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and the UAE have voiced their reactions stressing the importance of peace, humanitarian aid, and adherence to the terms of the deal. Saudi Arabia calls for full Israeli withdrawal Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Ministry welcomed the ceasefire, stressing the critical need for a complete withdrawal of Israeli …

Senior judge of the Islamabad High Court, Justice Mohsin Akhtar Kayani, has emphasized the indispensable role of women in society, stating that a house cannot function without them. Addressing a seminar at the Islamabad High Court, he highlighted the nation’s failure to achieve true gender equality despite constitutional guarantees. “If you live without a mother, wife, daughter, or sister for …

A groundbreaking study has revealed that the composition of the gut microbiome can predict a person’s susceptibility to potentially life-threatening infections caused by bacteria such as Klebsiella pneumoniae and E. coli. Researchers indicated that dietary choices could play a pivotal role in altering the gut environment to reduce such risks.  The research team analysed gut microbiome samples from over 12,000 …

The Pakistani military has strongly rejected the Indian army chief’s allegations against Pakistan regarding Kashmir, calling them “baseless and unfounded”. The remarks, made on January 13 and 14, 2025, accused Pakistan of being the “epicentre” of terrorism and facilitating infiltration attempts into India-held Kashmirt (IHK). The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) and the Foreign Office issued detailed statements refuting these allegations, …

South Korea’s impeached president Yoon Suk-yeol was arrested on January 15 over accusations of insurrection for attempting to impose martial law last month. Authorities confirmed the arrest in a statement, stating that the Joint Investigation Headquarters executed an arrest warrant for Yoon at 10:33 AM local time (01:30 GMT). The arrest follows a dramatic standoff at the former president’s residence, …

Chief of Army Staff Gen Asim Munir says the state’s existence is paramount, saying, “If there is a state, there can be politics.” Speaking to political leaders in Peshawar on Tuesday, the army chief highlighted that efforts to create a rift between the public and the army stem from foreign agendas. He reiterated Pakistan’s desire for positive relations with Afghanistan, …

ISLAMABAD (Internews): The Karot Hydropower Project (HPP) stands as a model for Pakistan’s renewable energy future, balancing clean energy production, environmental stewardship, and economic development. While briefing the media and parliamentary delegation organized by “Understanding China Forum” at Karot HPP on Monday, Senior Advisor at China Three Gorges South Asia Investment Ltd (CSAIL) has said that the generation of reliable …

Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir declared that the security forces have degraded the operational capabilities of terrorist organisations, both within the borders and beyond, making it clear that any attempt to disturb peace will be met with decisive force.  The COAS made these remarks during his visit to Peshawar, where he received a detailed briefing on …

A seven-member SC bench heard an intra-court appeal against the decision to try civilians involved in the May 9 incidents in military courts. Various questions and statements from the bench and the defense underscored the complexity of the issue, with a focus on legal precedents and the scope of the Army Act. Justice Hassan Azhar Rizvi raised critical concerns during …

As temperatures plummeted and winter set in with its frosty embrace, a common misconception regarding water consumption resurfaced, potentially endangering public health. Many believed the need for hydration diminished in colder weather, a notion experts categorically debunked. Medical professionals and nutritionists warned that inadequate water intake during winter could lead to severe health complications, including cardiovascular diseases, premature ageing, and …

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) negotiation committee declared on Sunday progress in talks with the government contingent on the establishment of a judicial commission after meeting with party founder Imran Khan. According to details, on Sunday, the long-awaited meeting took place, following the third round of stalled government-opposition talks. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur met the PTI founder for …