Government
Pakistan and Russia have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations, focusing on key areas such as trade, defense, and energy. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar recently met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov during the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Council of Foreign Ministers (CFM) to
Government
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi's official visit to Pakistan, which concluded today, has been marked by mutual praise and promises to improve bilateral ties, particularly in the economic sphere. The significance of the trip has been enhanced by the prevailing geopolitical tensions in the region, including Iran's
Government
President Asif Ali Zardari, in a significant move, addressed a joint session of the Parliament, calling for reconciliation to bridge political divides and foster an atmosphere of mutual respect to tackle the nation's challenges. The session, summoned under the powers vested by the Constitution of Pakistan, marked a
Government
The Pakistan-Saudi Arabia Investment Conference recently took place, hosted by the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC). The conference was attended by high-powered delegations from both nations, led by their respective Foreign Ministers and accompanied by Federal Ministers overseeing pertinent ministries. The delegations discussed multifaceted investment opportunities across various
National
Balochistan is facing a dual crisis as it grapples with devastating floods and braces for another spell of heavy rainfall, raising concerns about further damage and loss of life. The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued warnings about the impending wet weather, expected to bring thunderstorms and hailstorms, exacerbating
Government
In a remarkable development for Punjab's healthcare sector, Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has launched the region's first air ambulance service. This pioneering initiative aims to bring critical care services to districts in Punjab that currently lack access to specialized rescue and medical facilities. The air
National
The Punjab government recently established a five-member Joint Investigation Team (JIT) to delve into the Bahawalnagar incident, aiming for a thorough examination of events that unfolded on April 8, 9, and 10. This move comes in response to the alleged confrontation between police and army personnel following the arrest
entertainment
Several prominent figures from the entertainment industry in Pakistan were recently honored with civil awards during ceremonies held in various capitals on Pakistan Day. Renowned actress Sajal Ali was awarded the prestigious Tamgha-e-Imtiaz (Medal of Excellence) for her exceptional contributions to acting, particularly for her work both locally
Government
Justice Yahya Afridi of the Supreme Court recently emphasized the significance of upholding the sanctity of constitutional judgments, particularly in the context of Article 62(1)(f) of the Constitution. In a notable dissenting opinion, Justice Afridi underscored that a mere ordinary legislation, such as Section 232 of the Election
Government
Members of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly elected on reserved seats have petitioned the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) to postpone the Senate elections until they are sworn in. A five-member bench, led by Chief Election Commissioner Sikandar Sultan Raja, listened to the plea filed by the newly-elected women
Government
Saudi Arabia and Pakistan have announced holidays for Eid al-Fitr, a significant celebration marking the end of Ramadan. In Saudi Arabia, the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development declared a four-day holiday starting from Monday, April 8th, extending until Thursday, April 11th. With Friday and Saturday already
Government
Adviser to the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa chief minister on finance, Muzzammil Aslam, recently sounded an alarm regarding the potential consequences of the new IMF bailout package, emphasizing the harsh conditions that could lead to a surge in inflation and worsen public hardships. Aslam urged the government to approach the negotiations