Opinion
Echoes of Loss: Buner’s Floods and the Cry for Climate Justice
As I scrolled through social media feeds on August 17, 2025, a video from Buner stopped me cold—a mother, knee-deep in mud, clutching a sodden photo
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National
Why does Marri believe the finance minister should be corrected?
In a scathing critique of the government's budget proposals, Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) MNA Shazia Marri has demanded that the upcoming federal budget provide substantial relief
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FC Balochistan Foils Smuggling Attempt
A significant smuggling attempt was thwarted by FC Balochistan (North) in an operation in Dera Murad Jamali, Balochistan. The operation resulted in the confiscation of approximately 39,200
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Allegations of Contempt Against PTI Leaders: A Judicial Challenge
In a recent development, a petition has been lodged in the Supreme Court, accusing key figures from the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), namely Raoof Hasan, the Secretary
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Balochistan Braces for More Rainfall Amid Devastating Floods
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
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The Bahawalnagar Incident: A Closer Look at the Confrontation
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
Government
Warning of Inflation Surge with New IMF Bailout
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
Government
Attaullah Appeals to Aitchison College Principal for Reconsideration
Federal Minister for Information, Attaullah Tarar, intervened on Monday to persuade Aitchison College Principal, Michael Thomson, to retract his resignation and continue leading the esteemed institution. The sudden
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Pakistan and China Pledge to Advance CPEC Phase II
Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zaidong recently met to reaffirm their dedication to ensuring the timely completion of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor’s (CPEC)
Insights
Pakistan's Battle with Air Pollution: A Looming Crisis
Pakistan, like many South Asian countries, is grappling with a severe pollution crisis, particularly concerning air quality. In 2023, the country ranked second globally for poor air quality,
Breaking News
CM Ensures Transparent Relief Measures for Deserving Families
CM Punjab, Maryam Nawaz, has made a heartfelt promise to take every possible step to ease the burdens faced by the people of the province. In a recent
Government
Strengthening Bonds: Pakistan's Commitment to China
President Asif Ali Zardari has reaffirmed Pakistan's unwavering commitment to enhancing cooperation with China, emphasizing the deep-rooted bond between the two nations. In a letter
Government
PM and Army Chief Discuss Security and Professional Matters
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Army Chief General Syed Asim Munir engaged in discussions regarding security and professional matters during a meeting held in Islamabad on Wednesday. General
Government
What is the current state of the FBR's Tax collection efforts?
This excerpt discusses Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's directive to hire a foreign consultant to modernize the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) in Pakistan, deviating from the
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Supreme Court Rejects Zulfikar Ali Bhutto's Death Sentence
The Supreme Court of Pakistan announced its long-awaited opinion on a presidential reference seeking to revisit the death sentence awarded to former prime minister Zulfikar Ali Bhutto.
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Prime Minister's Commitment to Flood Relief
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has pledged unwavering support to the flood-affected people of Gwadar, emphasizing that every effort will be made to provide relief to those