Monsoon rains have wreaked havoc in the tourist region of Kumrat, causing severe flooding that has washed away roads and isolated the area. The road from Thal to Kumrat has been completely cut off, leaving more than 200 tourists stranded, according to Tehsil Kalkot Chairman. The flooding has also destroyed the road at several points, including Brikot and Galon, further …

The federal cabinet decided on Friday to postpone the matter of closing the Public Works Department (PWD) until its next meeting. During the meeting chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, it had approved a review of the incentive scheme aimed at boosting foreign exchange reserves. Additionally, the cabinet had authorized the initiation of financial assurance negotiations between China and Pakistan …

The Met Office has issued alert about the deep depression over the coastal belt of Sindh turning into a cyclonic storm during next 24 hours, on Thursday. The deep depression hovering over coastal district of Kachchh in India, and it could approach the Sindh’s coastal belt tonight or tomorrow, Pakistan Meteorological Department said in its alert. The depression was moving …

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif established on Thursday a committee to oversee the safe return of pilgrims travelling from Iran and Iraq, following a series of tragic accidents that claimed multiple lives. The Federal Secretary for Religious Affairs has been appointed as the head of the committee, which will also explore the option of bringing pilgrims back by sea. The decision …

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed deep sorrow over the recent tragic incident in Balochistan, vowing to end the menace of terrorism. Speaking at a National Committee meeting in Quetta, he remarked, “We are all grieved by the Balochistan incident. Terrorism, which has reemerged since 2018, will be crushed.” Referring to the harrowing event on August 26, the Prime Minister stated, …

Security forces killed 25 terrorists in Intelligence Based Operations (IBOs) in Tirah, Khyber district, said Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) in a statement on Tuesday. According to the army’s media wing, Pakistan’s security forces conducted extensive Intelligence Based Operations (IBOs) in Tirah, Khyber District against Fitna-Al-Khwarij and so called Laskar-e-Islam and Jamat-ul- Ahrar. These operations based on robust intelligence, have resulted …

In a recent meeting of the Senate Standing Committee on Finance, it was revealed that Pakistani citizens have forgotten about a staggering Rs97 billion lying dormant in their bank accounts. This massive amount is reportedly spread across 10.4 million temporarily closed accounts in various banks across the country. The meeting, chaired by Senator Saleem Mandviwala, brought to light that these …

A nationwide shutter-down strike has been launched by the business community across Pakistan in protest against rising sales and advance taxes, inflated electricity bills and the FBR’s fixed tax policy. The strike, which is being observed in various cities, has brought business activities to a standstill, with traders demanding immediate relief from the government’s tax policies and soaring utility costs. …

The final approval of Pakistan’s $7 billion bailout package from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) remains pending, as the country strives to meet the stringent conditions set by the global financial body. According to sources within the Ministry of Finance, the IMF Executive Board’s schedule, released up to September 6, includes the agendas of seven countries, including Vietnam, Uganda, and …

The police reported that the accused killed the journalist and fled the scene in Sindh Gothki district. The journalist’s body has been shifted to Obaro Hospital. Police stated that at the time of the attack, journalist Bachal Ghanio had gone to his fields. The incident is currently under investigation. The son of the slain journalist said that his father had …

Pakistan Army media wing director general ISPR in a statement said that funeral prayers of the Army personnel who embraced martyrdom in various terrorists attack in Balochistan, held in Lahore. Captain Muhammad Ali Qureshi shaheed was laid to rest in Lahore, Naik Attaullah Shaheed in Mardan, Sepoy Mohammad Saleem Shaheed in Mianwali, and Sepoy Mohammad Yasir Bashir Shaheed in Multan. …

In response to the escalating wave of terrorism in Pakistan, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed his government’s commitment to eradicating terrorist activities and safeguarding the nation’s security. Speaking at a federal cabinet meeting on Tuesday, the prime minister declared, “The activities of terrorists will be completely eradicated from the country,” adding that there was no place for terrorists in …

Amnesty International has called on Pakistani authorities to provide greater transparency on the nationwide internet slowdown and the use of monitoring and surveillance technologies. Internet speeds have witnes­sed a considerable decline over the past few weeks, and users are facing difficulties in sending or down­loading media and voice notes through WhatsApp when connected to mobile data, and experiencing slow browsing …

The Islamabad High Court expressed frustration over the government’s inability to provide a satisfactory explanation for the ongoing internet slowdown across the country. During a hearing on the matter, Chief Justice Amir Farooq criticized the contradictory statements made by government officials and demanded clarity on the issue that has caused significant disruption, particularly for Pakistan’s growing freelance community. The case, …

Territories stopped a convoy of vehicles coming from Punjab including a passenger bus and killed 23 people in the firing incident that occurred in Rarasham area of Tingri tehsil located 72 kilometers from district Musa Khel in Balochistan. The accused stopped the vehicles on the national highway and fired at the passengers in the same old pattern in which various …

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Monday approached the Supreme Court for the implementation of the court’s decision and requested the court to reject the Election Commission’s plea for clarification in the reserved seats case. On behalf of Tehreek-e-Insaf, Uzair Bhandari filed a miscellaneous petition. The petition also requests that the ECP be ordered to approve the affiliation certificates of independent members. Additionally, …

ISLAMABAD: At least 22 people were killed on Sunday after a passenger coach fell into a ravine in Poonch district of Pakistan-controlled Kashmir, an official told Xinhua. Commissioner of Poonch Sardar Waheed Khan said that the passenger coach fell into a deep ravine near Azad Patan Pana pul area of Rawalakot region of the district. Police, rescue teams and locals …

ISLAMABAD: Twelve people were killed and 22 others injured when the bus carrying the pilgrims fell into a ravine in Pakistan’s southwestern Balochistan province on Sunday morning, police sources said. The accident happened in Lasbela district when the driver lost control of the speeding vehicle due to brake failure. The passengers were traveling from the eastern Punjab province to Iran …

Pakistan is facing disruption in internet services, causing difficulties for social media users and freelancers. The issue has resulted in mental stress for many, particularly youth who rely on the internet for their livelihood. A significant number of Pakistani youth, have been affected by the slow internet speed, which has disrupted their work and led to clients severing ties. In …

The federal government has decided to undertake an extensive right-sizing initiative across various ministries and divisions in a sweeping reform aimed at optimizing governmental efficiency. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has outlined 23 critical goals to guide this process, which he has directed will be implemented in phases. As part of the initiative, the premier has instructed the preparation of proposals …

ISLAMABAD: Two people were killed and ten others, including policemen, were injured in an explosion in Pakistan’s southwest Balochistan province on Saturday morning, police sources said. The incident happened at about 11:00 a.m. local time (0600 GMT) in Pishin district of the province where explosives mounted on a motorbike were detonated by unidentified militants, the sources told Xinhua. The injured …

President Asif Zardari has confirmed a landmark order issued by Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO) Dr. Asif Jah, who has taken notice of an illegal tax recovery by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) through the coercive measures of attachment of bank accounts wherein the FTO has reprimanded the FBR officers for harassing taxpayer with a warning for illegal actions across …

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chaired a review meeting focused on the ongoing reforms in Pakistan’s aviation sector, emphasizing the need for enhanced facilities for passengers, tourists, and overseas Pakistanis at airports across the country. During the meeting, the prime minister directed the authorities concerned to ensure that more service counters are operational during peak hours to reduce waiting times for …

The Met Department has issued a warning for heavy rains across Punjab, Sindh, and Balochistan from August 26 to 29. This weather system, driven by winds from the Bay of Bengal that will enter Pakistan, poses significant risks, including flooding in low-lying areas near rivers and canals, as well as landslides in the upper regions of the country. Due to …

The federal government has decided to close Utility Stores across the country, a move confirmed by the secretary of industries and production ministry during a Senate Standing Committee meeting on Friday. The secretary told the meeting the decision was part of a broader strategy of the government to exit non-essential business operations, and that efforts were ongoing to reassign affected …

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan opened up on postponing the Islamabad power show which was scheduled to take place in Tarnol on August 22. In an informal interaction with media inside the Adiala Jail’s courtroom, Imran Khan said he had called a meeting with Azam Swati and Barrister Gohar Ali Khan to postpone the rally, citing concerns of potential …

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will address the United Nations General Assembly’s annual session on September 26, according to a provisional list of speakers released by the UN here. The high-level debate of the 193-member Assembly’s 79th session will take place from September 24 to 30. PM Sharif will deliver a speech to the General Assembly for the second time. He …

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has announced to postpone the Islamabad power show scheduled in Tarnol on August 22 (today) after the Islamabad administration cancelled No Objection Certificate (NOC) for the public gathering. As per details, the announcement was made by the PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan saying that the Islamabad power show has been postponed on the direction of the …

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced on Thursday that he would soon unveil a comprehensive five-year economic revival plan, with the broad parameters already established through months of discussions with key stakeholders. Speaking at the launch of the Buna-Raast connectivity project, the prime minister introduced the ‘Home-Grown Economic Program’, aimed at revitalizing Pakistan’s economy by focusing on key sectors such as …

ISLAMABAD: Two students were killed and five others injured when a school van was attacked in Pakistan’s east Punjab province on Thursday morning, police said. The incident happened in the Attock district of the province where a gunman sprayed bullets at the van and fled the scene, the District Police Officer of Attock, Ghayas Gul told the media. He said …

Google has announced the launch of ‘Digital Sahafat’, a special program designed to enhance the digital journalism skills of Pakistani journalists. In collaboration with local social enterprise Tech Valley, the program aims to empower 1,000 journalists across Pakistan with the necessary tools, training, and resources to create accurate and compelling digital stories. The initiative falls under the broader Google News …

The Balochistan Election Tribunal has de-notified the provincial Home Minister Zia Lango as the Election Tribunal ordered re-voting at seven polling stations in Gizag and Johan. The Election Tribunal led by Justice Abdullah Baloch heard the case invalidated the appointment of Zia Longo as the Ministry of Interior. Mir Saeed Longo filed an election complaint against Zia Lango in the …

The Foreign Office has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic loss of Pakistani pilgrims in a recent bus accident in Iran. The spokesperson for the Foreign Office extended heartfelt condolences and sympathies to the families of the deceased, who were primarily residents of Sindh province. In response to the tragedy, spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch said Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar …

TEHRAN: At least 28 people were killed and 23 others injured as a bus carrying Pakistani pilgrims to Iraq overturned in the central Iranian province of Yazd Tuesday night, Iran’s official news agency IRNA reported. The incident occurred in Dehshir village, Taft County, at around 9:50 p.m. local time (18:20 GMT) Tuesday night as the bus was en route to …

ISLAMABAD: Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Tuesday reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to the Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia’s (CICA) vision for a common, comprehensive, cooperative and sustainable security in Asia. He made the remarks during a meeting with visiting CICA Secretary General Kairat Sarybay, the Pakistani Foreign Ministry said in a statement. …

In a bid to thwart infiltration of Khwarij from the Afghanistan border, the security forces of Pakistan five killed khwarij and injured four others while three soldiers embraced martyrdom during the exchange of fire. “On night 18/19 August 2024, movement of a group of Khwarij, who were trying to infiltrate the Pakistan-Afghanistan border, was picked up by the security forces …

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday instructed the concerned authorities to bring 50 percent of all public sector cargo inland via sea through Gwadar port. PM Shehbaz issued these directives while chairing a review meeting on Chinese investment in Islamabad, where he was briefed on the Chinese experts’ delegation visit to Pakistan from July 30 to August 6, 2024. The …

Monsoon rains continue to wreak havoc in Balochistan, with the recent monsoon spell in Quetta killing three more people in different accidents. According to the Balochistan PDMA, since July 1, 19 people have been killed, including seven children, and 11 others injured. Meanwhile, 3,031 people have been affected by the rains, with 307 houses partially and 126 completely damaged. Moreover, …

ISLAMABAD: Three terrorists were killed during a clash between security forces and terrorists in Pakistan’s southwest Balochistan province, the military said. Security forces conducted an intelligence-based operation in Mastung district of the province, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the media wing of the Pakistani military, said in a statement on Tuesday. During the operation, three terrorists of the banned Balochistan …

ISLAMABAD: Three troops and five terrorists were killed in a clash between terrorists and security forces in Pakistan’s northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, the Pakistan Army said in a statement on Monday. The incident happened in the Bajaur district of the province on Sunday night till the wee hours of Monday when the security forces intercepted the terrorists trying to infiltrate …