Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif has arrived in Dubai on a day-long visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE). On arrival, he was welcomed by Vice President and Deputy Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan. According to the Foreign Office, this is Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s first visit to the UAE since his election. …

The Balochistan High Court (BHC) on Thursday dismissed plea seeking Article 6 proceedings against Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder and former prime minister Imran Khan. A two-member bench of BHQ comprising Chief Justice Hashim Kakar and Justice Shaukat Rakhshani took up the plea. The plea was dismissed by the court on the basis of jurisdiction. A senior lawyer of the Supreme …

The country is on high alert as meteorologists predict an intensification of the ongoing heatwave. Citizens are urged to prepare for another severe spell of high temperatures, while the ongoing one is expected to last several more days. According to Mahr Sahibzad Khan, director of the Met department in Lahore, temperatures are likely to escalate further in Sindh, Punjab, and …

ISLAMABAD: Chinese ambassador to Pakistan Jiang Zaidong Wednesday said CPEC’s various projects are continuously enhancing the capacity of sustainable development for Pakistan. A momentous occasion celebrated with warmth and gratitude, Chinese ambassador underscored the enduring strength of this friendship poised for unprecedented economic and strategic cooperation. Speaking at a ceremony here at the 73rd anniversary of China Pakistan Diplomatic relations, …

A Met Official has said that ongoing hot weather will persist until the first week of June. The maximum temperature could soar above 50 degree Celsius during May 23 to 28, Chief Meteorologist Sardar Sarfaraz has said. “Pre-monsoon rainfall could begin in the first week of June,” the weather official said. The heatwave with soaring temperatures continuing in most parts of …

The Aircraft Accident Investigation Board (AAIB) has released the final investigation report of the Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) Airbus A320 flight four years after the incident. On May 22, 2020, a PIA Airbus A320 coming from Lahore crashed in Karachi. The catastrophic aviation disaster took the lives of 99 passengers including the crew and two people on the ground. Only …

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has touched down in the Islamic Republic of Iran to offer condolences on the sad demise of President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian. The Iranian president and foreign minister were among a group of officials killed in a helicopter crash in the Eastern Azerbaijan province of Iran on Sunday. The prime minister is …

In a surprising turn of events, a case of electricity theft has been registered against a three-year-old child at the Cantt Police Station in Dera Ismail Khan. The incident has left many baffled, raising questions about the circumstances surrounding the accusation. According to reports, the case was registered against the child, identified as Zaigham, for allegedly being involved in electricity …

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) top brass on Wednesday called for the formation of a judicial commission to investigate the brutal attack on party’s spokesman Raoof Hasan. In a press conference held in Islamabad, PTI leader Omar Ayub flanked by Raoof Hasan, Azam Swati and other leaders detailed the “horrific nature” of the attack, describing how a sharp instrument was used to …

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan abides by the one-China principle as the country always chooses to stand on the right side of history, Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari said during a recent interview with Chinese media. Tuesday marks the 73rd anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Pakistan. Recalling the rapport between the previous generations’ leaders of the two countries, …

Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday emphasised that a durable peace in South Asia was contingent upon a just settlement of the Jammu and Kashmir dispute, in accordance with relevant UN Security Council resolutions and the aspirations of Kashmiri people. The prime minister made these remarks while talking to a delegation of Kashmiri Diaspora activists, led by Secretary General, …

The electricity shortfall in the country has surged to 4,500 megawatts, with the total demand standing at 25,000MW against a production of 20,000MW. According to official data, 4,000MW of electricity is being generated from water resources, while private sector power plants are contributing 8,500MW to the national grid. Nuclear power plants are producing 3,500MW, and 1,500MW is being generated from …

Jamtiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI-F) lawmaker Noor Alam Khan submitted an amendment bill to the National Assembly to ban the appointment of a person with dual citizenship as a judge of the Supreme Court (SC). Noor Alam Khan of JUI-F has suggested in a private constitutional amendment bill that a person with dual citizenship could not be appointed as a judge of …

Pakistan Kissan Rabta Committee staged a protest at Charing Cross, The Mall wherein women farmers also participated in the demonstration against the delay of wheat procurement by the Punjab government. The protesters raised slogans against the government and stated if the wheat purchase did not start soon, they would surround the Punjab Chief Minister’s House. The farmers demanded Punjab government …

The Lahore High Court (LHC) summoned Punjab Chief Minister (CM) Maryam Nawaz Sharif on May 24 over the non-appointment of judges in special courts. LHC Chief Justice Malik Shahzad Ahmed Khan heard the case today. During the proceedings, Punjab AGP informed the court that a government committee had consulted with Punjab chief minister on the matter of judges’ appointment, assuring …

FC Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has taken a significant step forward in healthcare provision with the inauguration of the Frontier Corps Teaching Hospital located at Hayatabad area of Peshawar. This newly established hospital boasts a capacity of 500 beds, equipped to address a wide range of medical needs. With round-the-clock availability of medical professionals including doctors and nursing staff, patients can receive …

Foreign aviation company has expressed its readiness to manufacture lightweight aircraft in Pakistan, marking a significant step forward for the country’s aviation industry. This development comes after an agreement was finalized between Sky Wings Aviation, a Pakistani company, and the German aviation company Scilair Group. The collaboration between Scilair and Sky Wings Aviation aims to initiate the manufacturing of lightweight …

A complaint seeking inquiry into the wheat scandal has been filed with the National Accountability Bureau. Azhar Siddique Advocate has referred ARY News reports in his complaint to the NAB. According to the complaint former caretaker food security minister in an interview made disclosures about the wheat scandal. Dr. Kausar Abdullah Malik disclosed that the wheat was imported when four million …

Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar said on Sunday that no Pakistani citizens died in Bishkek mob violence. Addressing a press conference flanked by Amir Muqam and Atta Tarar in Lahore, Dar said: “16 foreign students were injured, including four to five Pakistanis who are currently in hospitals.”. Dar criticised the “false propaganda” spread by a political party and mentioned that …

Supreme Court’s Justice Munib Akhtar on Saturday took oath as Acting Chief Justice of Pakistan during a ceremony. The oath was administered by Justice Yahya Afridi, in a simple and dignified ceremony in Supreme Court Islamabad on Saturday, said a press release. Justice Munib Akhtar will act as Chief Justice of Pakistan during the period Chief Justice of Pakistan, Justice …

Several Pakistani students were injured in mob violence around student hostels in Kyrgyzstan’s capital Bishkek. Violent clashes have erupted between student groups in Kyrgyzstan’s Bishkek, with reports of attackers using batons. The attackers forcefully entered the hostel rooms and wounded several international students including Pakistanis. The violence reportedly erupted due to a harassment incident involving Egyptian female students on May …

The Supreme Court has issued a written verdict in the contempt of court case against Faisal Vawda and Mustafa Kamal, finding both individuals guilty of contempt in retrospect. On Friday, the court issued contempt of court notices to Senator Faisal Vawda and MNA Mustafa Kamal over their allegedly derogatory speeches against the judiciary. A three-judge bench of the court, headed …

In a significant development, a new case of Toshakhana misuse has emerged against PTI Founder Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi. The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has launched an investigation into the alleged illegal possession and sale of seven high-value watches and 10 other precious gifts, including diamond and gold jewellery. According to the inquiry report, a copy of …

In a bid to enhance the quality of education and address the issue of out-of-school children, the Punjab government has unveiled plans to outsource thousands of government schools across the province. This initiative aims to revamp 13,219 schools with poor educational conditions and bring them up to par with private institutions under the government’s school restructuring programme. The outsourcing plan …

Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfaraz Bugti apologised on Friday for the unfortunate incident where actress Mahira Khan was pelted with objects during a literature festival in Quetta. The incident occurred when Mahira Khan was addressing the Pakistan Literature Festival (PLF) organized by the Karachi Arts Council of Pakistan (ACP) in Quetta. A video of the event showed the actress being hit …

Interior Minister Syed Mohsin Raza Naqvi said on Friday that the facilities for the issuance and renewal of identity cards will be provided at the union council level nationwide. According to details, Naqvi visited the National Database and Registration Authority (Nadra) headquarters in Islamabad. On this occasion, he toured the operational room and received a briefing on the digital monitoring …

The Supreme Court has issued contempt of court show-cause notices to Senator Faisal Vawda and MNA Mustafa Kamal over their allegedly derogatory speeches against the judiciary. A three-judge bench of the court, headed by Chief Justice of Pakistan Qazi Faez Isa and including Justice Irfan Saadat and Justice Naeem Akhtar Afghan, took up a suo motu case on Faisal Vawda’s …

KARACHI: The Consul General of China in Karachi Yang Yundong, Thursday, reiterated his commitment to work together with Pakistan to further strengthen the all-weather strategic cooperative partnership of both friendly countries and jointly build a closer China-Pakistan community with a shared future in the new era.  He, while addressing a seminar held here by the Chinese Consulate General in Karachi …

ISLAMABAD: China is ready to work with Pakistan to implement the important consensus reached by leaders of the two countries, said Chinese Ambassador H.E. Jiang Zaidong at a well-attended symposium on Transformation of China’s Economy to High Quality Development Model organized by the Institute of Regional Studies (IRS). Noting that “the keenness on Pakistan’s side to greatly enhance the ongoing …

A Supreme Court hearing on Thursday on a case about changes in the accountability laws turned out anticlimactic as ex-premier Imran Khan appeared via video link but did not get a chance to speak as a petitioner in the matter. The development came after the SC on Tuesday, hearing the case about the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) laws, had ordered …

In a high-level meeting between Turkey and Pakistan, both nations have agreed to strengthen their economic partnership. Led by Turkey’s Ambassador, Mr. Mehmet Pekasi, and Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Economic Affairs, Ahad Khan Cheema, the meeting aimed at bolstering the long-standing brotherly relations between the two countries. The focus of the discussions centered on various strategies to enhance cooperation, including …

The Supreme Court administration has launched an investigation into the unauthorized dissemination of a photo featuring PTI founder Imran Khan during his appearance via video link from Adiala Jail in the NAB amendments case. The image gained traction on social media platforms, prompting the court to take action. Later, the authorities found out who had leaked the viral photograph. After …

It has been decided to ban smoke-emitting vehicles in Lahore. The Traffic Squad of the environment department has installed checkposts at different locations across the city. The teams of the provincial environment department have started cracking down on and seizing vehicles hostile to the environment at the entry and exit points of the city. The traffic authorities have started issuing …

ISLAMABAD: Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan Jiang Zaidong emphasized the significance of the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China and outlined the nation’s strategic goals for the future. Ambassador Jiang highlighted China’s commitment to high-quality development and modernization, as well as the country’s dedication to fostering bilateral cooperation with Pakistan. “This year marks the 75th anniversary …

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa CM Ali Amin Gandapur has ‘banned’ entry of Governor Faisal Karim Kundi in the KP house as a block reserved for the governor has been abolished. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Information Adviser Barrister Saif has confirmed the development. Saif said the decision, taken during the latest meeting of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Cabinet, aims to address the pressing accommodation issues faced …

ISLAMABAD, May 15 (Internews): Electricity generation in Pakistan is subject to seasonal fluctuations, heavily influenced by weather patterns. During the summer months, as glaciers melt, the river flows swell, leading to increased water levels in dams and consequently a rise in hydroelectricity production. Despite the surge in production, electricity consumption also escalates to counteract the intensity of hot weather. Conversely, …

As temperatures soar, the Met Department issues warnings of scorching heat and dry conditions prevailing across most parts of Pakistan. Residents in central and southern regions are advised to brace for extremely hot weather, with temperatures reaching record highs. In the central districts of Balochistan, there’s a possibility of relief in the form of rain accompanied by thunder in the …

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) granted bail to PTI founder Imran Khan in the £190m Al-Qadir Trust case against one million rupees surety bonds. A division bench comprising IHC Chief Justice Aamir Farooq, and Justice Tariq Mahmood Jahangir heard the case. The IHC verdict directed the authorities to release the PTI founder Imran Khan from Adiala Jail. Separately, Islamabad District …

BEIJING: Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi co-chaired the fifth round of the Foreign Minister-Level China-Pakistan Strategic Dialogue with Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar in Beijing on Wednesday, with the two sides pledging to enhance pragmatic cooperation in various fields. Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, …

BEIJING: Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang met with Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar, in Beijing on Wednesday. Noting China and Pakistan are all-weather strategic cooperative partners and iron-clad brothers, Ding said China is willing to work with Pakistan to implement the important consensus reached by the leaders of the two countries, maintain high-level strategic communication, …