Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan has said that it is time to show the “real and vibrant Balochistan” to the world which that is patriotic, culturally rich, and full of potential. Speaking at the ongoing Balochistan Grand Tourism Festival at Lok Virsa, Islamabad today, the Minister emphasized that promoting Balochistan’s beauty, heritage, and hospitality through tourism and internal …

Pakistan observed the International Day of the Girl Child with multiple events and renewed commitments to girls’ empowerment, rights, and access to education, health, and opportunities. The Ministry of Human Rights, in collaboration with UNICEF Pakistan, the National Commission on the Status of Women, the National Commission on the Rights of Children, and the Pakistan Girl Guides Association, hosted a …

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has sought responses from the concerned parties over a petition filed against the social media show “Lazawal Ishq.” According to reports, Justice Arbab Muhammad Tahir of the IHC issued the directives during a hearing on the petition submitted by Faik Shah, Chairman of the Amun Taraqqi Party. In his petition, Shah argued that the show’s …

Officials of the Society of Aircraft Engineers Pakistan (SAEP) have strongly criticized the management of the national flag carrier, accusing it of gross technical negligence and poor decision-making that have left much of Pakistan International Airlines’ (PIA) fleet grounded. According to media reports, SAEP General Secretary Owais Jadoon said that serious lapses in aircraft maintenance and a series of non-technical …

The Rawalpindi city administration and police have transformed the city into a heavily fortified zone amid fears of a possible protest by the Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP). Containers, trailers, and barricades have been placed across key entry and exit routes, turning the city into what residents described as a “container city.” According to officials, security has been tightened across the twin …

The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has activated new service counters in several countries to provide greater convenience to overseas Pakistanis, the authority announced on Friday. According to a statement issued by NADRA on its official social media platforms, the new counters have been made operational in Pakistan’s embassies and consulates across various countries. The initiative aims to enhance …

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday directed the government to expedite the privatization process of state-owned enterprises (SOEs) that are burdening the national exchequer, emphasizing that national interest and professional efficiency must remain top priorities. Chairing a high-level review meeting on the proposed privatization of public institutions at the Prime Minister’s Office, the premier instructed that delays, red tape, and …

A Pakistan Army officer, Major Sibtain Haider, was martyred during an intelligence-based operation against India-sponsored terrorists in Dera Ismail Khan’s Daraban area, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said in a statement today. According to the ISPR, security forces conducted the operation after receiving credible intelligence about the presence of terrorists belonging to the India-backed group “Fitna al-Khawarij.” During the intense …

Pakistan Customs has established a new customs testing laboratory at Azakhel Dry Port to facilitate trade and speed up the clearance process for imported goods. The newly inaugurated facility is equipped with modern instruments to test textiles, plastics and plastic products, food items, and dyes, ensuring faster and more accurate quality checks. According to officials from the Federal Board of …

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has directed authorities not to register immediate cases against citizens driving without a valid license, instructing instead that fines should be imposed first. Chief Justice Sardar Muhammad Sarfraz Dogar issued the order while hearing a petition challenging the deadline set by the city traffic police for arrests and vehicle confiscations of unlicensed drivers. Chief Traffic …

A major recruitment scandal has surfaced in the Rawalpindi District Health Authority, where 1,562 illegal appointments have reportedly been made, including 1,500 sanitary patrol workers and 62 entomologists, according to official sources. Details reveal serious irregularities in the hiring process, which was conducted despite the Punjab government’s lack of approval. Although an advertisement for the positions was issued in March …

Security has been tightened across Rawalpindi as the Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) prepares for a possible march toward Islamabad on October 10. According to officials, containers have been placed at Faizabad Interchange to prevent any potential movement toward the federal capital, while hotels along Murree Road and Faizabad have been ordered to vacate. The routes between Islamabad and Rawalpindi remain open …

Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal chaired the first review meeting of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) following the 14th Joint Cooperation Committee (JCC) session. The meeting, held in Islamabad, reviewed progress on projects under CPEC Phase-II in detail. The minister directed relevant ministries to prepare new projects under CPEC Phase-II and accelerate the provision …

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan has strongly rejected reports claiming any decision regarding Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Ali Amin Gandapur, terming them false and part of a conspiracy to create division within the party. In a statement issued in Peshawar, Barrister Gohar said that fabricated and baseless news is being spread deliberately to weaken the party’s unity …

The Supreme Court of Pakistan has remanded the long-running sugar cartel case back to the Competition Appellate Tribunal (CAT) for fresh proceedings, directing it to decide the matter afresh after giving all parties a full right of hearing. The decision came on appeals filed by the Pakistan Sugar Mills Association (PSMA) and others against a CAT judgment that had annulled …

The Islamabad Traffic Police (ITP) has begun strict action against unlicensed drivers after the expiry of the October 7 deadline for obtaining driving licenses, set under the directions of the Interior Minister and the Inspector General of Islamabad Police. According to Chief Traffic Officer (CTO) Captain (R) Hamza Humayun, a record 128,000 citizens processed their licenses between September 1 and …

Federal Ombudsman Ejaz Ahmad Qureshi has said that ombudsman institutions play a fundamental role in upholding the rule of law, promoting good governance, and ensuring justice. He was addressing an international conference on “Strengthening Rule of Law through Ombudsman Institutions,” organized by the International Ombudsman Institute (IOI) and hosted by the Ombudsman Punjab, Ayesha Hamid, who also serves as IOI …

Chairman of the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme (PMYP), Rana Mashhood Ahmad Khan, announced the launch of Pakistan’s AI Enterprise Product Program, a major collaboration with Stanford University, Y, and Obsidian, aimed at equipping Pakistani youth with advanced artificial intelligence and digital skills. During the event, Rana Mashhood highlighted the introduction of a digital wallet system that will allow legal and …

Pakistan’s National Accountability Bureau (NAB) and Malaysia’s Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance cooperation in preventing and combating corruption. The MoU was signed and exchanged by Deputy Chairman NAB, Mr. Sohail Nasir, and Chief Commissioner of MACC, Mr. Azam Bin Baki. The signing ceremony took place on October 6, 2025, in Putrajaya, Kuala Lumpur, …

The fact-finding committee formed to investigate the chaos at Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) September 27 rally in Peshawar has completed its inquiry, revealing major lapses in stage management, crowd control, and coordination among party organizers. According to the committee’s report, multiple groups were assigned stage management responsibilities, which resulted in confusion and mismanagement. The report also cited poor arrangements and unclear …

The Pakistan Institute of Development Economics (PIDE) and the Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto Institute of Science and Technology (SZABIST) have formalized a strategic collaboration to advance research, innovation, and academic linkages between the two leading institutions of higher education in Pakistan. The initiative aims to promote joint research projects, academic programs, and evidence-based policy dialogues that contribute to Pakistan’s sustainable …

The Punjab Environment Protection Department has decided to make the installation of wastewater treatment plants mandatory for all new housing societies in an effort to curb underground and air pollution. According to official sources, a formal notification in this regard will be issued soon. The move aims to ensure that every housing society includes a modern treatment system to purify …

The residents of Quetta are reeling under a sharp spike in vegetable prices, with tomato rates skyrocketing from Rs50 to as high as Rs300 per kilogram in just a few days. The sudden surge has disrupted household budgets and added to the financial strain on ordinary citizens. Just a few days ago, tomatoes were selling for Rs50 per kilo, but …

In a major environmental decision, the Sindh Cabinet has approved a complete ban on the operation of tyre pyrolysis plants across the province to protect public health and reduce toxic air pollution. According to official sources, the decision was taken on the recommendation of the Sindh Environmental Protection Agency (SEPA), which warned that pyrolysis activities were turning Karachi’s air increasingly …

President Asif Ali Zardari has stepped in to ease the growing tensions between the Sindh and Punjab governments and has summoned Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi to Karachi for an urgent meeting. According to sources at the Presidency, President Zardari held a telephonic conversation with the interior minister to discuss the escalating political rift between the two provincial administrations. The President …

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has approved the start of financial assistance for flood-affected families, with relief cheques to be distributed from October 17. The decision was taken during a meeting of the provincial cabinet chaired by the Chief Minister, where the final flood relief package was approved. Under the scheme, families of those who lost their lives will receive …

An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Islamabad has ordered the arrest and production of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders Omar Ayub Khan, Sheikh Waqas Akram, and Zartaj Gul in connection with the Sangjani rally case. During the hearing, presided over by ATC Judge Tahir Abbas Supra, the court issued arrest warrants for the three PTI leaders after noting their repeated absence from …

The Islamabad Police have launched a vigorous crackdown on traffic violations across the capital, targeting lane violations, fancy number plates, one-wheeling, and tinted glasses. According to the police spokesperson, more than 9,000 motorcycles and vehicles have been penalized between October 1 and October 4. As part of the operation, over 2,500 motorcycles and cars were impounded at local police stations. …

Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Islamabad Police, Muhammad Jawad Tariq, has reaffirmed the force’s resolve to eliminate organized criminal groups as Koral Police arrested three members of a notorious gang involved in multiple street robberies. According to the Islamabad Police spokesperson, the arrested suspects were part of a well-organized network responsible for several incidents of armed robbery and snatching in …

Federal Minister for Railways Hanif Abbasi has said that the progress of Punjab, particularly in Rawalpindi, should serve as a benchmark for other provinces, crediting former prime minister Nawaz Sharif and Maryam Nawaz for the province’s development. Speaking at a reception hosted by the Anjuman-e-Tajran in Rawalpindi, Abbasi said that Punjab’s advancement in infrastructure, transport, education, and health was the …

Pakistan Railways has announced an increase in fares for trains operating between Lahore and Rawalpindi, effective from today, according to an official spokesperson. The fare hike applies to two popular railcar services, Subak Kharam and Subak Raftar, as part of recent adjustments aimed at improving passenger amenities. Under the new structure, fares have been raised by Rs150 to Rs250 per …

In a shocking wave of violence, two separate gun attacks rocked Gilgit on Sunday, targeting prominent figures, religious scholar Qazi Nisar Ahmed and Chief Court Judge Justice Malik Inayat-ur-Rehman. Both narrowly escaped death. According to the spokesperson for the Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) government, Qazi Nisar Ahmed sustained minor injuries after unknown assailants opened fire on him in Gilgit. Security forces immediately …

The Pakistan Environmental Protection Agency (Pak-EPA) has announced a strict crackdown against smoke-emitting vehicles in the federal capital starting November 17, as part of efforts to curb air pollution ahead of the smog season. According to Ministry of Climate Change and Environmental Coordination spokesperson Muhammad Saleem Sheikh, the campaign aims to control deteriorating air quality caused by vehicular emissions, industrial …

Pakistan is actively engaged with international partners to ensure the safety and prompt repatriation of its nationals who were detained by Israeli occupying forces after participating in the Sumud flotilla, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement on Sunday. Responding to media inquiries, the Foreign Office spokesperson confirmed that former Senator Mushtaq Ahmad is currently in Israeli custody …

Punjab Information Minister Uzma Bukhari has launched a strong counterattack on the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) leadership, accusing Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari of weakening the federal government and Prime Minister during his tenure as foreign minister. Responding to a press conference by Sindh Information Minister Sharjeel Memon, Uzma Bukhari said she fully accepts his challenge for a debate but urged him …

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Anti-Corruption Department has decided to scrutinize the results of several provincial constituencies and has invited applications from candidates and individuals who possess Form-45 records. According to Adviser on Anti-Corruption, Musaddiq Abbasi, the move comes in light of recent court directives regarding verification of election outcomes. He said the department has started examining complaints related to constituencies PK-79 …

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) cabinet has approved the withdrawal of the May 9 case related to violence and shooting incidents in Mardan. According to media reports, the provincial government has transferred the public prosecutor and appointed Additional Advocate General Inamullah as the special prosecutor for the case. The Additional Advocate General submitted a letter from the Additional Home Secretary to …

The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has released a detailed assessment report titled “State of Competition in Pakistan’s LNG Sector”, outlining major structural, regulatory, and competitive challenges confronting the country’s liquefied natural gas (LNG) market. The report, prepared by the CCP’s Research Department on the directive of the Ministry of Finance, analyzes the role and impact of state-owned enterprises (SOEs) …

The India Study Centre (ISC) of the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) hosted the launch of Ambassador Aizaz Ahmad Chaudhry’s new book, “Pakistan-India Relations: Fractured Past, Uncertain Future.” The event featured Ambassador Jalil Abbas Jilani, former Foreign Minister of Pakistan, as the Chief Guest, while the speakers included Ambassador Vice Admiral Khan Hasham bin Siddique, former Ambassador to Saudi …

The Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) Joint Action Committee has released the list of demands accepted by the federal government following successful negotiations held late Friday night. In a statement shared on social media, the committee said it had initially presented 38 demands and returned with 42 accepted points after discussions with the federal authorities. “All the demands of the …