Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday formed a committee to ensure the prompt implementation of the agreements and Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) he signed with Azerbaijan during his most recent visit to the friendly country. While chairing a meeting to review the implementation of accords, PM Shehbaz directed the authorities concerned to present an action plan to take the …

Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have entered the policy-level phase of discussions regarding the country’s ongoing $7 billion loan programme, following the completion of technical talks. The IMF delegation –  led by Nathan Porter –  met with Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and his economic team, including Finance Secretary and Chairman of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), …

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has initiated emergency measures to tackle smog and air pollution, including a large-scale afforestation drive under the Chief Minister’s Plant for Pakistan Initiative. The plan aims to plant 42.5 million trees across 48,368 acres in the province. According to Senior Provincial Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb, 7.361 million trees will be planted over 8,496 acres during the …

The Supreme Court’s constitutional bench continued hearings on intra-court appeals challenging the annulment of military trials for civilians. Civil society lawyer Faisal Siddiqui concluded his arguments, emphasizing that in the U.S., both parties have the right to propose judgments at the end of a case. He suggested alternatives to court-martial proceedings. Justice Jamal Khan Mandokhail remarked that punishment should be …

Supreme Court’s seven-member constitutional bench has adjourned the hearing of an intra-court appeal regarding the trial of civilians in military courts until tomorrow. During the proceedings, civil society’s lawyer, Faisal Siddiqi, argued that if his argument is accepted, not the law but the trials themselves would be declared null and void. He stated that cases in which sentences are still …

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has taken notice of gas shortages during Sehar and Iftar in the holy month of Ramadan and directed immediate measures to ensure uninterrupted supply to consumers. In response to public complaints, the prime minister convened an emergency meeting late Monday night, attended by the managing directors and senior officials of Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) and …

Karachi, Pakistan’s largest city, is grappling with a severe water crisis as the holy month of Ramadan begins. Despite the completion of pipeline repair work, water supply remains disrupted in major parts of the city, leaving residents in distress. The crisis has paved the way for the tanker mafia to exploit the situation, selling water at exorbitant prices. According to …

As the first Iftar of Ramadan approached, a large number of citizens rushed to model bazaars in Lahore, hoping to buy essential food items at subsidized rates. However, many shoppers at Johar Town Model Bazaar expressed disappointment, calling the Punjab government’s ‘Sasta Ramazan Bazar’ initiative a joke due to negligible price differences and inconsistent product quality. Despite claims of affordability, …

As the holy month of Ramadan begins, the prices of essential commodities have skyrocketed across major cities, leaving citizens struggling to afford basic food items. Despite the government’s promises to curb inflation, profiteers and hoarders continue to exploit the situation, causing an artificial shortage and price manipulation. How Punjab’s price control magistrates failed to deliver on first Ramazan Lahore’s model …

The deadline for Afghan refugees in Pakistan, who were given the opportunity for voluntary return, has now passed, marking the beginning of their deportation to Afghanistan. According to the details, the voluntary repatriation deadline for individuals holding the Afghan Citizen Card ended on March 31. As of today, those with the Afghan Citizen Card will be considered illegal residents. Following …

Eight people were killed and around 18 others injured on Friday in a tragic accident on the Lahore-Islamabad Motorway (M-2) near the Neela Dulha Interchange. The passenger bus, travelling from Karachi to Swat, veered off the road and fell into a ditch, reportedly due to the driver’s negligence. The victims include a woman and a child. According to rescue officials, …

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday announced a Ramazan relief package worth Rs 20 billion, under which financial assistance of Rs5,000 per household will be provided to four million families across the country. Speaking at the launch ceremony in the federal capital, the premier said the initiative aims to support around 20 million people during the holy month. “The government …

The Judicial Commission of Pakistan (JCP) is set to convene tomorrow to deliberate on appointment of additional judges to the Lahore High Court (LHC). The meeting will be chaired by the Chief Justice Yahya Afridi. During the session, the commission will review the names of eight session judges under consideration for elevation to the LHC. The nominees include Raja Ghazanfar …

A constitutional petition has been filed in the Supreme Court seeking a national grand dialogue under the court’s supervision to address political and economic challenges in the country. The petition, submitted by Peshawar-based engineer Qazi Muhammad Saleem, names key political figures, including PTI Founder Imran Khan, PML-N leader Nawaz Sharif, PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto, and the Ministry of Law, as …

The Cabinet Division has officially issued a notification confirming the appointment of 12 federal ministers and nine ministers of state. Additionally, notifications for the appointment of three advisors and four special assistants to the prime minister were also issued on Thursday. The newly inducted officials have been included in the expanded federal cabinet, with their portfolios to be announced later. …

A meeting of Central Ruet-e-Hilal committee will be held in Peshawar on Friday, 28th February for the sighting of the moon of Ramadan-ul-Mubarak. It will be chaired by the Committee’s Chairman Maulana Syed Muhammad Abdul Khabeer Azad. The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Auqaf Department said that a meeting will be held at the Auqaf Building on Eidgah Charsadda Road at 6:30 pm. …

Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates on Thursday signed five accords to boost bilateral cooperation in different fields including banking, railways, mining and infrastructural investment. The documents were signed during the first official visit of Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to Pakistan, at the invitation of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The crown …

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb said on Wednesday that the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) should focus entirely on tax collection to ensure economic progress. Addressing the business community in Peshawar, he highlighted several government reforms designed to foster stability and growth in Pakistan’s economy. He mentioned that measures such as lowering the policy rate and interest rates are a result …

On the sixth anniversary of Operation Swift Retort, the Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC) and the Services Chiefs paid tribute to the unwavering courage, professionalism, and sacrifices of Pakistan’s Armed Forces. In a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) on Thursday, the military leadership reiterated their firm commitment to safeguarding the country’s sovereignty and territorial integrity while …

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan said on Wednesday that the party was looking to take the opposition parties on board in the anti-government movement. Expressing his thoughts , Khan said: “We have started our campaign against the government. We hope that the media fraternity, civil society and the political parties will extend support to us in this …

President Asif Zardari and Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif praised the security forces for a successful operation against Khwarij in Bagh, district Khyber . In a statement, President Asif Zardari appreciated the security forces for killing 10 Khwarij during the operation. President Zardari said the brave armed forces of Pakistan are undertaking successful operations to eliminate Fitna Al-Khwarij. He said the …

The security forces on Sunday killed seven terrorists in two separate intelligence-based operations (IBOs) in Dera Ismail Khan district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. According to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the first operation was carried out in Daraban, where security forces launched an offensive after receiving intelligence report about the presence of terrorists. During the engagement, four …

The Punjab government has introduced a new pension policy under which both government employees and the government will contribute to a pension fund. The Punjab Finance Department has issued a notification after an amendment to the Pension Rules, implementing the Contribution Pension Scheme across the province, which will take immediate effect. As per the new pension scheme, both the employee …

A delegation from Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) met with Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Yahya Afridi to discuss judicial reforms and the legal challenges faced by the party’s leadership and workers. The Supreme Court issued a statement confirming the details of the meeting. During the meeting, PTI leader Omer Ayub highlighted the difficulties faced by the party’s jailed founder, Imran Khan, …

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif directed on Thursday to develop a comprehensive and effective strategy to increase the country’s exports to $60billion in the next 5 years. According to details, he chaired a meeting aimed at boosting national exports and enhancing economic development. The prime minister instructed his economic team to introduce sustainable reforms in the tariff system. He emphasised that …

The seven-member Constitutional Bench resumed hearing of the military courts case, under Justice Aminuddin Khan. Counsel of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) founder and former chairman Imran Khan, Uzair Bhandari resumed his arguments. He said, “The armed forces have been given powers under Article 245 in the 1973 Constitution. The armed forces cannot act outside Article 245 of the Constitution.” The counsel …

 Pakistan Petroleum Dealers Association (PPDA) rejecting the deregulation policy have threatened to shut down petrol pumps across the country. Chairman All Pakistan Petroleum Dealers Association Abdul Sami Khan in his video message said we reject the de regulation formula on the prices of petroleum products. “This will only open the doors for petroleum smuggling and adulteration” he said. He said …

The prolonged threat of drought has subsided as widespread rainfall drenched various parts of the country, bringing much-needed relief to both the environment and the agricultural sector. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecasted that the rains may continue for another two days. Several areas, including the federal capital, received rainfall, turning the weather pleasant. Light and heavy showers were …

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has acknowledged the financial burden on the salaried class, emphasizing that repeatedly taxing them is not a sustainable solution. Speaking at the Retail Business Council in Islamabad, he stressed that other sectors must also contribute to tax revenues, highlighting that despite their significant economic share, the agriculture and retail sectors contribute less in taxes. The minister …

Cricket fever has gripped Pakistan as the country hosts the ICC Champions Trophy after 29 years. The much-anticipated tournament kicks off today with an electrifying match between Pakistan and New Zealand at the National Bank Stadium in Karachi. Excitement is at its peak as eight top international teams battle for the prestigious title. Fans are eager, and players are charged …

Senior Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) leader and veteran politician Nawab Yousuf Talpur passed away on Wednesday at a private hospital in Karachi. He was 82 and had been undergoing treatment for a lung infection. A prominent figure in Sindh’s political landscape, Talpur was a hero of the Movement for the Restoration of Democracy (MRD) and a long-time member of PPP’s …

On February 19, 2025, seven passengers were brutally killed in Barkhan, Balochistan, after being forcibly removed from a bus traveling from Quetta to Lahore. The assailants established a checkpoint near the Rarkan area, where they halted the bus, examined passengers’ identity cards, and executed seven individuals from Punjab. The victims have been identified as Muhammad Ishaq, Ashiq Hussain, Asim Ali, …

Federal Minister for Finance Muhammad Aurangzeb said that Pakistan aims to increase its exports to $60 billion in the next five years. In an interview with Saudi Arabian media outlet, the minister said that over the past 12-14 months, Pakistan has made significant progress in economic development, According to minister, the government has taken key decisions to curb inflation and …

Pakistan’s first moon rover mission is set to launch in 2028, announced Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) on Tuesday. The development follows after Pakistan and China signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) allowing Pakistan’s first lunar rover to be part of China’s Chang’E 8 mission. The Chang’E 8 mission, scheduled for launch in 2028, will focus on robotic …

Pakistan’s current account, which had remained in surplus for five months, slipped into a deficit in January due to increasing imports, according to the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). The country recorded a current account deficit of $420 million in January, marking the highest level in seven months. The surge in imports pushed Pakistan’s average monthly import bill from $4.25 …

Junaid Akbar Khan, president of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa presided over the first official meeting of the provincial party members on Monday. The provincial office-bearers of the party participated in the meeting. Party’s organisational matters and other important issues came under discussion during the meeting. The members expressed determination to further strengthen the party in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Speaking on …

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday said that with the cooperation of the World Bank (WB), several key development projects were completed in Pakistan, which had been playing a vital role in the country’s progress. The prime minister expressed these views during a meeting with the delegation of World Bank Executive Directors, PM Office Media Wing said in a press …

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has urged the judiciary to expedite the hearing of its cases against the 26th constitutional amendment. Speaking at a press conference alongside party leaders, PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar stated that the amendment was passed by a government with a ‘fake mandate’. He emphasised that all judges should hear the case and deliver a decision. Gohar reiterated …

ISLAMABAD: ASAS International School successfully hosted its “Power Play Day 2025,” an event designed to highlight the skills, teamwork, and physical abilities of its students through various sports, recreational activities, and extracurricular events. The event was graced by the presence of the School Director, Dr. Arshad Zia, Sadaqat Ali Abbasi, and Branch Head Ms. Saba Mubashar. Also joining the event …

Islamabad, Rawalpindi and parts of AJK were jolted with 4.8 magnitude earthquake, Dunya News reported here on Saturday night. The epicentre of the quake was around eight kilometres southeast of Rawalpindi and its depth was reported at 17 kilometres, said Pakistan Meteorological Department’s Seismological Centre in a statement. No casualty or damage was reported. The tremors were also felt in …