Pakistan

President Asif Ali Zardari has departed for China on a week-long official visit from Lahore. Punjab Governor Sardar Saleem Haider Khan saw off the President at Lahore Airport and extended his best wishes for the visit. The President is undertaking the visit on the invitation of the Government of the…

Under the supervision of Assistant Commissioner Dr. Haroon Ahmed Shiraz, a crackdown against illegal smuggled cigarettes is ongoing in Noorpur Thal. The Para Force is conducting raids at various locations and taking strict action against those involved in the sale of smuggled cigarettes. According to officials, a large quantity of…

Twenty-two khwarij, belonging to Indian sponsored Fitna-al-Khwarij were killed by security forces and law enforcement agencies during a joint intelligence based operation in Khyber district. According to the ISPR, due to cowardice and fear of getting apprehended alive, Khwarij resorted to indiscriminate firing which resulted in martyrdom of a ten-year…

Eight Islamic countries including Pakistan have condemned the repeated violations of the historic and Islamic and Christian holy sites by Israeli occupation authorities. In a joint statement, the Foreign Ministers of Pakistan, Egypt, Türkiye, Indonesia, Jordan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates condemned the repeated violations by Israeli…

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has directed the authorities concerned to make sure that pharmaceutical vehicles face no hurdles in delivering medicines in Islamabad. Taking notice of a report aired by a news channel regarding the restriction on the entry of pharmaceutical companies’ vehicles into Islamabad, Mohsin Naqvi contacted the Chief…

United States Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says talks between the US and Iran could resume soon in Pakistan. Speaking to reporters in Washington, he said Iran still has an opportunity to reach a deal with the United States. He urged Iran to make the right decision in negotiations.

Deputy Prime Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar received a telephone call today from Foreign Minister of Iran Abbas Araghchi. Both sides exchanged views on regional developments, the ceasefire, and ongoing diplomatic efforts being pursued by Islamabad in the context of US-Iran engagement. The Deputy Prime Minister underscored the importance of sustained…

Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar today held a telephonic conversation with the Foreign Minister of the Russian Federation Sergey Lavrov. The two leaders discussed bilateral relations and cooperation at multilateral fora in support of international peace and security. Sergey Lavrov appreciated Pakistan’s constructive role in facilitating dialogue between Iran and…

Iranian Ambassador to Pakistan, Reza Amiri Moghadam, called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad on Wednesday. According to a statement shared on social media platform X, the meeting focused on the current regional situation and ongoing efforts for peace and stability. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar…

Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Attaullah Tarar, says a year has passed since the Pahalgam false flag operation, but India has failed to present any credible evidence to support its claims. In a special televised statement, he said the Pahalgam incident reflects a mindset based on hollowness, illogical thinking, false…

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar chaired a meeting in Islamabad today to review evolving regional developments and upcoming international engagements. The Deputy Prime Minister discussed emerging global and regional developments with the participants of the meeting. He underscored the importance of proactive engagement on key…

The Federal and Sindh governments have decided to launch new train services from Karachi to Rohri and Karachi to Jacobabad. The decision was taken at a meeting between Railways Minister Muhammad Hanif Abbasi and Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah in Karachi today [Wednesday]. It was also agreed to…

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar held a telephonic conversation with the Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan today [Wednesday]. During the conversation, both the leaders exchanged views on the latest regional developments and reaffirmed the importance of dialogue and diplomacy in peaceful settlement of disputes. The…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed to accelerate ongoing measures to promote electric vehicles (EVs) in the country. Chairing a meeting in Islamabad today, he noted that considering the current regional situation and future needs, the promotion of EVs will not only reduce the burden of fuel imports, but is…

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has thanked U.S. President Donald Trump for graciously accepting request to extend the ceasefire to allow ongoing diplomatic efforts to take their course. In his social media post on X, he expressed gratitude on his personal behalf and on behalf of Field Marshal Syed Asim…

Pakistan is already facing a climate crisis. Islamabad, once celebrated as one of the most beautiful capitals of the world due to its greenery and hills, is under urgent threat as tree felling accelerates and natural beauty erodes. More than 29,000 trees have already been destroyed by government actions, and…

Pakistan’s well-known poet Ali Haider has achieved a distinctive international honor, as he has been awarded honorary membership by the international literary organization Sharif Academy Germany in recognition of his scholarly and literary services. Literary, social, educational, and journalistic circles have extended their congratulations and best wishes on this achievement.…

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi visited the US embassy in Diplomatic Enclave, Islamabad. During the visit, the Minister met with the US Chargé d’Affaires to Pakistan Natalie Baker, and held detailed discussions on the promotion of Pakistan-US relations and the latest developments in the region. They also discussed security arrangements made…

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi held a meeting with Iranian Ambassador Dr Reza Amiri Moghadam in Islamabad today. During the meeting, both sides discussed arrangements for the second round of Islamabad Talks. They stressed the need for a sustainable solution through diplomatic and negotiation channels to reduce tensions. The Interior Minister…

Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has reiterated Pakistan’s resolve to continue encouraging dialogue and constructive engagement. He expressed this commitment during a telephone conversation with Foreign Minister of Australia Penny Wong. Ishaq Dar apprised the Australian Foreign Minister of Islamabad Talks held on 11th and 12th of this month. Penny…

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly has unanimously passed a resolution supporting the Islamabad peace talks between the US and Iran. The resolution emphasized that peace, stability, and regional cooperation are essential for long-term security and development. Pakistan People’s Party parliamentary leader Ahmad Karim Kundi, who moved the resolution, said Pakistan played…