Pakistan

The Government of Pakistan continues its robust anti-smuggling crackdown, focusing on revitalizing the national economy and tackling pressing economic challenges. As part of this campaign, authorities have successfully intercepted large quantities of smuggled goods in recent operations. Over the past week alone, 2.5 metric tons of wheat flour, 180 cartons…

The Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony has invited Hajj applications for five thousand vacant seats, starting tomorrow (Friday). Spokesperson Ministry of Religious Affairs Muhammad Umar Butt, in a statement today, said applications will be received on a first-come, first-served basis. All designated banks will daily upload the received…

Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar today received a call from Foreign Minister of Sudan Dr. Ali Youssef Ahmed Al- Sharif. Ishaq Dar reiterated Pakistan’s historic and fraternal ties with the people of Sudan. He expressed desire to further strengthen bilateral cooperation and reassured Pakistan’s support for peace and stability in…

Minister for Power Sardar Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari has said production of least cost electricity is the only consideration of the government. Addressing an International Hydropower Conference in Islamabad today, he said renewable energy is the way forward to generate the least cost electricity in the country. He, however, said…

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has said the international community must work together to develop a strategy for the complete eradication of terrorism. Talking to US Ambassador to Pakistan Donald Blome in Islamabad, he said no illegal foreign national would be allowed to stay in Pakistan. The US Ambassador condemned the…

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has said the process of rightsizing of the federal government will be completed by the end of this fiscal year with the aim to reduce expenditures and enhance efficiency. Addressing a news conference in Islamabad today, he provided a comprehensive overview of the work accomplished so…

The Federal Cabinet has declared the infrastructure of the Federal Board of Revenue as critical under the Pakistan Electronic Crimes Act 2016 to further protect the sensitive data of the FBR. Approval to this effect was given by the Federal Cabinet, which met in Islamabad today with Prime Minister Shehbaz…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif says the UAE has decided to extend the two billion dollar payment due on Pakistan this month. Chairing the federal cabinet meeting in Islamabad today, he mentioned that UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan conveyed this decision to him with pleasure during a one-on-one meeting in…

Secretary Information and Broadcasting Ambreen Jan and Bangladesh’s High Commissioner in Pakistan Iqbal Hussain Khan at a meeting in Islamabad today discussed ways to boost media cooperation and people-to-people contacts between the two countries. The two sides focused on enhanced partnerships and shared historical and cultural values that strengthen mutual…

Minister for Planning and Development Ahsan Iqbal says the federal government is committed to ensure national uplift, under the new initiative ‘Uraan Pakistan’. Talking to media persons in Karachi today he said that the federal government would work together for development of the country under the new initiative. Ahsan Iqbal said…

A delegation of Population Council led by President Dr. Rana Hajjeh called on Minister for Finance and Revenue Muhammad Aurangzeb in Islamabad today. On the occasion, the Finance Minister emphasized the significant challenges posed by rapid population growth, particularly in the context of the country’s development goals. He stressed the…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed to take strict legal action against all human trafficking groups in the country to make them an example. Chairing a meeting regarding the progress on measures taken against human trafficking in Islamabad today, he emphasized that immediate legal action should be taken to confiscate…

Naval Chief Admiral Naveed Ashraf has highlighted Pakistan Navy’s efforts to ensure the security of strategic maritime zones, particularly Gwadar Port and maritime projects under CPEC. He was addressing the ceremony of annual efficiency competition parade of Pakistan Navy fleet at Pakistan Navy Dockyard in Karachi today. The Naval Chief…

Government has devised a program to impart IT skills upon two hundred thousand youth every year.  This was stated by the Federal Minister for Planning and Development Ahsan Iqbal at a ceremony in Lahore today. The Minister said the program will enable youth to play their role in the progress…

Pakistan has urged the UN Security Council to demand an immediate and unconditional ceasefire to halt the bloodshed and destruction in Gaza. Delivering a statement at the Security Council on the situation in the Middle East including the Palestinian Question, Pakistan’s Alternate Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador Asim Iftikhar…

The commissioning parade of the 122nd Midshipmen and 30th Short Service Commission Course was held at Pakistan Naval Academy in Karachi today. The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Addressing the ceremony, he commended Pakistan Naval Academy…

Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met with the President of the Awami National Party, Aimal Wali Khan in Islamabad today. During the meeting, both leaders condemned the firing incident on Government vehicles in Lower Kurram’s Bagan tehsil and expressed solidarity with Deputy Commissioner Kurram and other injured individuals. Speaking on…

President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif have strongly condemned the firing on the convoy of government vehicles in Bagan area of Lower Kurram. In a statement, President Asif Ali Zardari emphasized the need for strict action against those who seek to disrupt peace efforts in Kurram.…

Kurram Deputy Commissioner Javedullah Mehsud was injured in a fresh firing incident in the Bagan area as violence flared once again in the restive district, just days after a peace deal was reached following prolonged negotiations between warring tribes. District administration officials said that, in addition to the DC, six…

The mercy petitions of nineteen convicts involved in the May 9 cases have been accepted on humanitarian grounds in accordance with the law. This has been stated in a statement released by the ISPR today. It said they all shall be released after completion of procedural formalities. All those convicted…

The second round of talks between negotiation committees of the government and the opposition was held in Islamabad today. The government side was represented by Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, Rana Sanaullah, Irfan Siddiqui, Raja Pervaiz Ashraf, Syed Naveed Qamar, Farooq Sattar, Ijaz-ul-Haq, and Khalid Hussain Magsi. The opposition committee…