An urban flooding alert has been issued in Faisalabad with the arrival of the monsoon 2024 season. Faisalabad Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA) has intensified the process of cleaning rain drains throughout the city to mitigate the risk of flooding. Faisalabad is known as Manchester of Pakistan due to its industrialization and large scale mabour market. The Faisalabad district came …

On the occasion of the death anniversary of Maharaja Ranjit Singh, Sikh pilgrims from India and other countries arrived in Pakistan. The pilgrimage began at Gurdwara Panja Sahib, and the caravan of pilgrims reached Gurdwara Nankana Sahib via a special shuttle service. The Sikh pilgrims commended the government and security forces for providing excellent accommodation and food arrangements. “All of …

President Asif Ali Zardari signed the Finance Bill 2024 approving the federal budget 2024-25. A signed copy of the Finance Bill will also be sent to Parliament. The new federal budget will come into effect from July 1 The National Assembly, in a session chaired by Speaker Ayaz Sadiq, approved the federal budget worth Rs18.877 trillion. However, the session saw …

The economic benefits of Balochistan’s natural resources are increasingly reaching the local population, with significant contributions from the Oil and Gas Company, MPCL. The company has completed several projects in the Harnai, Bolan, Quetta, and Ziarat areas at a cost of 743 million rupees. These projects include initiatives in health, education, water supply schemes, electricity and gas supply, and infrastructure …

The Lahore High Court (LHC) has directed the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) to issue instructions to all civil and military agencies, including the Intelligence Bureau and Inter-Services Intelligence, against contacting or approaching “any judge” or member of their staff. Justice Shahid Karim issued the directions in a written order which emerged on Saturday on a complaint filed by an anti-terrorism …

Community Midwives (CMWs) are frontline first contact healthcare heroes whose services are indispensable to healthcare service delivery. Empowering CMWs has led to positive family planning results in the districts of Matiari and Tando Muhammad Khan. “Building on the achievements of the CMWs Plus project, the government plans to replicate and scale it up across Sindh province”, stated Health Secretary Rehan …

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is set to leave for a three-day visit to Central Asia on July 2. The tour, which includes visits to Tajikistan and Kazakhstan, aims to bolster trade, investment, and diplomatic ties. On the first leg of the tour, sources said, Prime Minister Sharif, accompanied by a delegation, will arrive in Tajikistan at the invitation of President …

Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa asserted on Saturday that the constitution is flawed in neither substance nor spirit, but rather in its execution. Addressing a ceremony, the top judge called for measures to ensure women’s representation across all spheres of life. “There are many positive aspects of our culture that we often overlook. The first word revealed in the Holy …

The National Assembly on Friday moved to pass the government’s tax-heavy finance bill for the coming fiscal year ahead of more talks on a new International Monetary Fund (IMF) bailout as it seeks to avert a debt default for an economy growing at the slowest pace in South Asia. The government presented the tax-loaded budget two weeks ago, drawing sharp …

The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) Chairman has filed an appeal against the Supreme Court for canceling the bail of PTI founder Imran Khan in a 190 million pound case. NAB chairman filed an appeal against Islamabad High Court (IHC) bail decision The anti-graft watchdog chairman prayed court to accept the appeal against the decision of the Islamabad High Court (IHC). …

The Supreme Court has accepted the unconditional apologies of independent Senator Faisal Vawda and Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) MNA Mustafa Kamal in a contempt of court case. During the hearing held on Friday, the Supreme Court accepted Faisal Vawda’s unconditional apology and also withdrew the contempt notice issued against the two political leaders. The court directed the TV channels related …

Foreign Office Spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch categorically denied reports of an exchange of letters between Pakistan and India, stating that such claims are purely speculative and often propagated by Indian media without basis. She said Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has expressed grave concerns over the ongoing conflicts in Palestine and Kashmir, emphasizing the urgent need for international intervention and …

A district and sessions court in Islamabad on Thursday rejected Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi’s pleas seeking suspension of their sentences in the iddat case. Additional district and sessions judge (ADSJ) Afzal Majoka announced the verdict, which had been reserved on Tuesday. The Islamabad High Court (IHC), earlier this month, had ordered the session …

During the hearing of the petition regarding the reserved seats of the Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC) in the Supreme Court on Thursday, the court said that it upheld the decision of the election commission, but did not say the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) should be excluded from the elections. Nor did the Supreme Court meant to exclude the PTI from elections, …

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has called for a special session of the National Assembly to discuss Pakistan’s foreign policy in light of a recent resolution by the US House of Representatives. Speaking on the matter on the floor of the National Assembly, Dar proposed a special session on the foreign policy where the government will explain …

The investigation into the murderous attack on salon owner and model Zainab Jamil has made significant headway, with police arresting five suspects involved in the case. The arrests were confirmed by SP Cantt Owais Shafiq, who revealed details of the suspects’ roles in the attack. One of the key suspects, identified as Zia, provided the motorcycle and weapons used by …

Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday invited the opposition political parties to join heads for a dialogue to discuss the ways to take the country ahead. “Let us sit together to take the country ahead. Let us talk for the betterment of the country. There is no other way forward,” the prime minister said addressing the National Assembly here. …

Senator Faisal Vawda has issued an unconditional apology in the contempt of court case against him, submitting a new response to the show-cause notice in the Supreme Court. In his written response, Vawda expressed remorse and stated that he leaves himself at the mercy of the court. He clarified that his intention was not to disrespect the judiciary, but he …

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chaired a meeting today at the Petroleum Division headquarters in Islamabad on Wednesday morning, emphasizing the urgent need to accelerate Pakistan’s energy diversification efforts. During the meeting, the prime minister highlighted: “We need to focus on promoting alternative energy sources, especially solar energy.” He also underscored the critical importance of Thar coal to Pakistan’s energy landscape, …

Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif chaired a meeting on the issue of the Petroleum Division and directed him to prepare a strategy regarding the gasification of Thar Coal. During the meeting, a briefing was given on the progress and proposals regarding the petroleum and gas sectors. Smart meters will be installed to prevent theft from oil and gas pipelines. In …

In the case of Pakistan International Airlines’ (PIA) ban on its flights to European countries for four years, it has been revealed that the national airlines continues to fail to demonstrate effective compliance with the stringent safety standards mandated by the European Union (EU). The spokesperson of the European Commission has released detailed reasons for maintaining the ban. It cites …

ISLAMABAD: Pakistani Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal said the government has been making efforts to enhance women’s welfare for national development, highlighting the government’s commitment to improving the health and education of women. “No country can achieve development without the full participation of its female population, which constitutes around 50 percent of the population in the …

ISLAMABAD: Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday reiterated his country’s firm determination to strengthen action and cooperation to collectively achieve the goal of an international society free of drug abuse. “The menace of drug abuse is a global concern unconfined by territorial boundaries plaguing the society. The Pakistani government places utmost priority on addressing the issue of drug abuse …

The federal cabinet decided on Tuesday that no new duty will be imposed on solar panels to ensure the common man’s access to renewable solar energy. They decided that low-cost renewable solar energy would soon reach every citizen. In addition, the federal cabinet meeting, chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, approved the export of sugar in a limited quantity after …

As many as 1,592 people were admitted to Jinnah Hospital during the past 24 hours due to a heatwave in Karachi. According to Dr Nosheen, 1,592 heat-affected people were moved to the hospital during the last 24 hours out of which 20 lost their lives during treatment, while 29 were brought dead. Karachi is experiencing severe hot weather due to …

The federal government has announced significant progress in the privatization of the national airlines, PIA. In a federal cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday, the participants were informed about the progress on the privatization of state-owned institutions, especially PIA. The officials concerned told the federal cabinet that companies interested in PIA pre-bidding are visiting various sites of …

The Punjab government has announced that all government schools in the province will remain closed on Saturdays in a move aimed at reducing the workload of teachers and enhancing their professional development. This decision was made public by Punjab Education Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat, who said Saturdays will be reserved for teachers’ training. The minister highlighted that the weekend holiday …

In a meeting of the federal cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, several significant decisions were made to ensure economic stability, promote renewable energy, and enhance national security. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif directed that no new duty be imposed on solar panels, ensuring common citizens have affordable access to renewable solar energy. He stressed the importance of low-cost solar …

The Supreme Court has convened to hear a significant case pertaining to the allocation of reserved seats to the Sunni Ittehad Council, with a focus on constitutional interpretations, election commission decisions, and allegations involving the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). Led by Chief Justice of Pakistan Qazi Faez Isa, a 13-member larger bench is deliberating over constitutional provisions related to the proportional …

Responding to the criticism of opposition, Federal Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Azam Nazeer Tarar on Sunday informed the National Assembly that the government would arrange an in-camera briefing in the parliament for the lawmakers on security issues, including Operation Azm-e-Istehkam. Speaking on the NA floor, Tarar while referring to the leadership of the Sunni Ittehad Council said: “Your Prime Minister …

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Monday suspended the Election Commission of Pakistan’s (ECP) decision to change the election tribunal. Chief Justice Aamer Farooq heard the case and issued a contempt of court notice to PML-N Member National Assembly (MNA) Anjum Aqeel Khan. During the hearing, the court asked the Additional Attorney General (AAG) how he would defend this ordinance. …

The Punjab Assembly on Monday unanimously passed a resolution condemning incidents related to blasphemy and seeking protection for all citizens. The resolution comes after a tourist in Swat was lynched over allegations of desecration of the Holy Quran. A violent mob had beaten the suspect of blasphemy, who was a local tourist, to death and later set his body as …

Pakistan government on Saturday approved a reinvigorated and re-energized national counter-terrorism campaign through launching of Operation ‘Azm-e-Istehkam’ with consensus of all stakeholders, symbolising the national resolve to eradicate extremism and terrorism from the country. The ‘Operation Azm-e-Istehkam’ was launched with the consensus of all stakeholders, including the provinces, Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir, during a meeting of the Central …

Pakistan Threek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Asad Qaiser and Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam supremo Maulana Fazlur Rehman met and discussed the political and law and order situation in the country. Both leaders expressed concern about the worsening peace and order, especially in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), noting the rise in lawlessness. During their discussions, they agreed that a military operation was not the solution. Instead, …

Punjab Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Punjab has issued an alert regarding the upcoming monsoon rains, predicting a significant increase of up to 35% this year. According to PDMA, the monsoon rains are expected to commence on July 1. In a letter addressed to the provincial administration, PDMA highlighted the expected rainfall patterns for July: First Week of July: 15 …

The National Assembly on Sunday passed a resolution condemning the recent mob lynching incident in Swat, demanding immediate action against those involved. The resolution, which was presented by Federal Law Minister Nazir Tarar, was approved by a majority vote. The resolution emphasised the need for both federal and provincial governments to ensure the protection of minorities. “Action must be taken …

The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued a forecast for heavy rains in various parts of Pakistan throughout July, warning of potential flooding due to heavy downpours, glacier melt, and urban drainage overflow. According to NDMA officials, the local administration has been directed to take necessary precautionary measures to mitigate the impact of the anticipated weather conditions. The NDMA’s …

In a bid to uphold community standards and comply with local regulations, TikTok has actively collaborated with the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) over the past six months, as highlighted in its latest transparency report. During the period from July to December 2023, TikTok received 303 requests from the Pakistani government, leading to the removal of 93.5% of reported content. This …

Balochistan’s 4,500 coal mines have become valleys of death due to lack of safety measures as in the last 10 years, around 9,00 colliers have lost their lives in various mine-collapse-related accidents. More than 44,000 workers work in more than 45000 coal mines in Balochistan amid a lack of modern safety equipment in many coal mines. Thousands of lives are …

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has assured to extend maximum resources for capacity building of National Disaster Management Authority both in terms of human resource development and provision of necessary equipment. He made the remarks during a visit to Emergencies Operation System of NDMA in Islamabad today. Describing the Emergencies Operation System of NDMA as a world class facility and a …