At a time when the RLNG consumption has decreased in the country manifold and the decision to switch the industrial sector to national grid from gas-based captive power plants (CPPs) while toeing the direction of IMF will lead to recovery loss of Rs420 billion to the Sui gas companies. “We get the revenue of Rs420 billion per annum from captive …

A remote-controlled bomb attack on a police van in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s (KP) South Waziristan injured 13 people which included six police personnel and seven civilians, a hospital official told Internews on Monday. According to police officials, the bomb exploded on a police van at Kir kot Road in the Wana Rustam Bazar. The officials added they reached site of the …

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has acknowledged that the country has experienced multiple internet service disruptions over the last five years, with several incidents occurring just this year. The details, revealed in an official document that surfaced recently, shed light on the recurring challenges faced by Pakistan’s internet infrastructure, often attributed to submarine cable failures. According to the PTA’s report, …

Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Justice Qazi Faez Isa has said that there has been transparency in the affairs of the Supreme Court, as earlier it could be determined just by looking at the bench what the case decision would be. Now, the chief justice is not sent a cause list, and it is one’s fate which bench hears their …

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday called upon the nation to support the government’s efforts in promoting literacy and ensuring education for all, emphasizing the importance of building a bright future for the children and the country. “Literacy is a fundamental human and constitutional right that guarantee the future of our country,” the prime minister said in a message on …

As part of its ongoing mission to reduce government expenditure, the federal government has decided to abolish the Ministry of Capital Administration and Development Division (CAD), which oversees Islamabad’s affairs. The decision includes the elimination of posts from grades 1 to 16 across all ministries. The Federal Cabinet has directed the Cabinet Division to oversee the dissolution of CAD, while …

ISLAMABAD: The Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) of police in Pakistan’s eastern Punjab province said on Saturday that it had arrested 33 suspected terrorists in 475 intelligence-based operations (IBOs) across the province in August. The CTD said in a police statement that it had interrogated 475 suspects during the IBOs, out of which 33 were found to have strong links with banned …

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Founder Imran Khan expressed strong views on the recent revival of amendments to the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) laws, calling it an embodiment of elite culture and a pathway to national destruction. In an informal conversation with journalists at Adiala Jail on Saturday, Imran Khan criticized the selective application of justice, saying that the revival of NAB …

BISP to abolish franchise system after corruption complaintsThe authorities have decided to abolish the franchise system of the BISP after disclosure of massive corruption, sources said on Saturday. After corruption complaints Chairperson Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) Rubina Khalid has decided to abolish the franchise system to distribute monetary support to poor and needy people. Sources said that the BISP …

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Founder Chairman Imran Khan has accepted the resignation of Omar Ayub from his position as the party’s general secretary. In a swift move to fill the vacancy, Imran Khan has nominated prominent lawyer and party leader Salman Akram Raja as the new secretary general of the PTI. Omar Ayub, who tendered his resignation from the party post, …

A terrorist attack on the Frontier Corps (FC) headquarters in Mohmand district was successfully thwarted by security forces early on September 6, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). The incident, which could have resulted in significant damage, ended with the elimination of four suicide bombers before they could carry out their deadly mission. ISPR reported that the attack took …

Lahore High Court (LHC) on Friday nullified the appointment of NADRA Chairman, Lieutenant General Munir Afsar. As per details, the court approved the petition challenging the appointment of NADRA chairman and ruled in favor of the petitioner. Justice Asim Hafeez of the Lahore High Court announced the verdict after hearing arguments from both sides. The petitioner, a woman, had challenged …

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government has written a letter to the Peshawar High Court (PHC) Chief Justice Ishtiaq Ibrahim, requesting formation of a judicial commission to probe May 9 riots. According to sources, the KP government has asked PHC to appoint a judge to head the commission, which will probe the events of May 9 and identify those responsible. The …

The nation marked its 59th Defence Day on Friday to commemorate the sacrifices of fallen heroes of the 1965 war against India. A change of guards was held in major centres, including the Quaid’s mausoleum in Karachi and Allama Iqbal’s in Lahore. According to state-owned Radio Pakistan, “It was on this day in 1965 the Indian forces crossed international border …

The Supreme Court has restored the amendments to the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) law, approving the federal government’s intra-court appeal against the nullification of the amendments. The verdict, delivered by a five-member bench headed by Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Qazi Faez Isa, overturns the prior decision of a two-member bench that had invalidated the amendments. The court ruled unanimously, …

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has announced the successful conclusion of its art competition for the design of a new banknote series, celebrating the creativity and talent of local artists and designers. The competition, which saw widespread participation from across the country, aimed to reflect Pakistan’s rich cultural heritage and progressive vision in the upcoming banknote designs. The SBP …

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has asked Javed Iqbal Bajwa, the brother of former Army Chief Qamar Javed Bajwa, to resign after his FA (Intermediate) certificate was proven fake. According to sources, Bajwa had submitted a fake FA certificate from Lahore Board, which was verified and found to be bogus. He was asked to resign from his position as Deputy Station …

Torrential rains in Baluchistan have claimed 40 lives, Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has said in its report. In last 24 hours flash floods claimed life of a man. “Overall, 24 children, 13 men and three women have died in various rain-related incidents in the province, such as lightning strikes, roof and wall collapses,” PDMA said in its report. Moreover, …

In the in the National Assembly session on Thursday chaired by Speaker Ayaz Sadiq, the alarming rise in mental illness in Pakistan was highlighted. The Ministry of Health presented disturbing data revealing that over 80 million people in the country suffer from psychological problems. The ministry’s report emphasized that all major hospitals across Pakistan are equipped with psychiatric treatment facilities, …

Lt Gen Ahmad Sharif Chaudhry, the director general of Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR), on Thursday provided an overview of the Pakistan Army’s ongoing counter-terrorism operations and internal accountability measures. During a briefing to the media, Chaudhry highlighted that the forces conducted over 32,000 intelligence-based operations against terrorists and their facilitators, with 4,021 operations carried out in the past month …

The Supreme Court has upheld the dismissal and fines imposed on a regional officer of the forest department, Meher Badshah, in a case concerning the illegal felling of precious Shisham trees (Indian rosewood) in Mardan. The three-member bench, headed by Chief Justice of Pakistan Qazi Faez Isa, dismissed the appeal filed by Badshah, affirming the disciplinary actions taken against him. …

Students in Multan, Rawalpindi, and Faisalabad have brought pride to their families by achieving outstanding success in the annual Intermediate examinations 2024, with girls securing top positions in all three cities. In Multan, the results marked a historic moment as Zarlish Fatima, Wajiha Afzal, and Arfa Batool, jointly secured the first position with 1158 marks. Wajiha, whose father is a …

Pakistan’s oil supply chain is at risk of significant disruption due to the excessive storage of diesel, according to a warning issued by four major oil refineries. In a letter addressed to the petroleum secretary, the refineries expressed concerns that the current diesel stock levels have reached a critical point, with over 770,000 tons of diesel in storage, equivalent to …

The District and Sessions Court of Islamabad has issued a non-bailable arrest warrant for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur in connection with an arms and liquor recovery case. The warrant was issued after Gandapur’s application for exemption from attendance on medical grounds was rejected by the court. Civil Judge Shaista Khan Kundi, who presided over the case, ordered …

In a statement in the national assembly, Information Minister Attaullah Tarar announced the establishment of a National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency. The decision was made due to the Federal Investigation Agency’s (FIA) limited capacity to address the rising cybercrime incidents. During the Question Hour in the National Assembly, Tarar assured that support will be provided until the new cybercrime investigation …

The National Assembly on Tuesday deferred bill seeking to increase the number of judges in the Supreme Court. PML-N’s Daniyal Chaudhry presented the bill proposing an increase in the number of Supreme Court judges from 17 to 23. However, Barrister Gohar noted that under Articles 74 and 81 of the Constitution, only the government can introduce such a bill, as …

Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif Tuesday expressed the commitment to bringing economic growth and stability to Pakistan. Chairing a meeting of federal cabinet in Islamabad, PM Shehbaz Sharif said we have to provide productive employment and reduce expenditures, in addition to shrinking circular debt in gas and power sectors. He emphasized the need to advance in this direction with urgency. …

Torrential rains claimed at least 306 lives and injured 591 persons in separate rain-related incidents across the country from July 1 to September 3, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) said in its report on Monday. The disaster management authority elaborated on the devastation caused by continued wet spells, which resulted in a great loss of lives, properties, crops and …

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder, Imran Khan, has expressed his willingness to engage in dialogue, stating that discussions will take place only with those who make the decisions. During a conversation with journalists at Adiala Jail, Imran Khan remarked that May 9 is their “insurance policy.” He further claimed that if May 9 is disregarded, the government and its politics will …

Pakistani winger and striker Imran Kayani has officially joined Cray Wanderers on a permanent deal. The move marks a significant step in Kayani’s career as he looks to make an impact in English football. Cray Wanderers competes in the Isthmian Premier Division, the seventh tier of English football. Kayani’s signing is expected to bolster the club’s attacking options as they …

Ten major cities in Punjab are currently under threat from organized criminal activities, with law enforcement facing significant challenges in apprehending dangerous suspects. According to police sources, a total of 960 suspects involved in serious crimes such as illegal occupation, extortion, kidnapping for ransom, and murder remain at large. The cities most affected include Rawalpindi, Dera Ghazi Khan, Bahawalpur, and …

Pakistan has extended an invitation to India’s Commerce and Industry Minister, Piyush Goyal, for an official visit, according to sources. The invitation has been sent to the Indian Minister to attend the SCO Trade Ministers’ Meeting, sources said. An invitation letter was delivered to the Indian Commerce Minister, Piyush Goyal, through diplomatic channels, sources confirmed. The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) …

Following the National Assembly’s approval, a bill aimed at increasing the number of judges in the Supreme Court is set to be presented in the Senate today. The private bill, prepared by Senator Abdul Qadir, seeks to amend the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Act, 1997, to address the growing backlog of pending cases. The bill proposes an increase in …

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan has categorically denied having any intentions of holding direct negotiations with the government, refuting claims of discussions with the National Assembly Speaker. Speaking to the media on Sunday, Gohar clarified the nature of PTI’s interactions with the Speaker of the National Assembly. “As an opposition party, we meet with the speaker to …

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) is ‘divided’ over talks with the opposition parties in the National Assembly, It has been learnt that PML-N leaders are not ‘happy’ over the statements of federal ministers and senior party leaders, Ahsan Iqbal and Khawaja Asif, as they feel putting conditions for talks, will create further ‘problems’. We have to move for unconditional talks, the …

The federal government has responded to recent comments made by Dr. Qaiser Bengali, a key member of the Right-Sizing of the federal government committee, who resigned from his position on Saturday. The spokesperson for the government clarified that the right-sizing initiative is not limited to posts up to grade 16, but extends to grade 22, aiming to reduce government expenditure …

This issue was brought up during a meeting of the Senate Standing Committee on National Health Services, Regulations, and Coordination, chaired by Senator Amir Waliuddin Chishti at the Parliament House. In response to the committee’s concerns about medicine quality, Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP) officials highlighted a recent lawsuit against GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) for producing substandard drugs. The committee also …

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) supremo Nawaz Sharif on Saturday assigned Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Rana Sanaullah to negotiate with the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). According to details, PML-N President Nawaz Sharif and Maryam Nawaz were opposed to negotiating with the PTI. Meanwhile, the PML-N supremo had given the party the greenlight to negotiate with the like-minded other parties within the …

ISLAMABAD: At least 37 terrorists were killed and 14 others injured in 10 days during the ongoing military operations in Khyber district of Pakistan’s northwest Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, said the military on Friday evening. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the media wing of the Pakistan army, said in a statement that the security forces have been conducting extensive intelligence-based operations …

As per details, landslide occurred near Patrak in Upper Dir which resulting in the collapse of a residential house of a person named Muhammad Ali. The disaster claimed the lives of 12 individuals, including six children, three women, and three men. Rescue teams and authorities rushed to the scene to retrieve the bodies from the debris. The victims were trapped …