Pakistan

The Nation is celebrating 78th Independence Day today with a renewed pledge to work with spirit of Pakistan Movement to make country a true Islamic welfare state. The day dawned with thirty-one gun salute at the Federal Capital and twenty-one gun salute at provincial headquarters. Special prayers were offered in…

The Federal Cabinet has directed the departments concerned to take all possible measures to prevent rise in the prices of urea fertilizer. The cabinet, which met in Islamabad today with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in the chair, also instructed to ensure provision of uninterrupted gas supply to urea plants even…

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has stressed to reduce cost of production for revival of industry and agriculture sectors. Presiding over Federal Cabinet meeting in Islamabad today, he said the initiatives taken by the government to improve the various sectors including power secotor are yielding positive results. The Prime Minister…

The Nation will celebrate Independence Day tomorrow with a renewed pledge to work with the spirit of Pakistan Movement to make the country a true Islamic welfare state. The day will dawn with thirty-one gun salute at the Federal Capital and twenty-one gun salute at the provincial headquarters. Special prayers…

The Pakistan Shaheens cricket team will face Bangladesh ‘A’ in the first four-day match at the Islamabad Club from 13-16 August. The second four-day match will be played at the same venue from 20-23 August. The two sides had most recently played a two-match series in Darwin, Australia, which ended…

Speakers at a high-level regional moot have stressed that gender empowerment is vital to successfully transitioning to a green economy. The Eminent speakers at Regional Parliamentarians Conference on Gender Empowerment for a Green Economy that was held in Islamabad, said  without ensuring equal opportunities for women we cannot achieve more…

President Asif Ali Zardari visited the residence of Lieutenant Uzair Mehmood Malik Shaheed in Attock today to express sympathy with the martyr’s family. The President paid tribute to Lieutenant Uzair Mehmood Malik Shaheed for sacrificing his life for the defense of the country. He said the entire nation is proud…

The process of Field General Court Martial has been initiated against Lieutenant General, retired, Faiz Hameed and he has been taken into military custody. According to Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), complying with the orders of Supreme Court of Pakistan, a detailed court of inquiry, was undertaken by Pakistan Army,…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said welfare of the people of Balochistan is government’s top priority. He was talking to President National Party Abdul Malik Baloch who, along with a delegation, called on him in Islamabad today. They discussed the overall and political situation of Balochistan. Speaking on the occasion,…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif today inaugurated several initiatives for youth, including Commonwealth Asia Youth Alliance Secretariat, Digital Learning Portal, AI for Youth Programme, Smart Youth Smart Pakistan, and National Volunteer Corps. He inaugurated these initiatives at a ceremony in Islamabad today. The Commonwealth Secretariat and Intel Corporation have collaborated for…

Dubai witnessed a night of glamour and excitement as the highly anticipated crime thriller “LEECH” premiered at Nueplex Cinema DHA. Starring Naveed Raza and Mahsam Raza in lead roles, the film dives deep into the depths of human greed for power and the struggle against nature’s ordained laws. With the…

Olympic gold medalist Arshad Nadeem, who made history by setting a world record in Javelin throw at the Paris Olympics 2024, has been accorded warm welcome on his  arrival at his hometown Mian Channu today. Thousands of people were gathered to celebrate his achievement. Upon his arrival, people showered him…

President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have expressed deep grief over the martyrdom of Lieutenant Uzair Mehmood Malik. In their separate condolence messages today, they prayed for higher status in heaven for the departed soul of Lieutenant Uzair Mehmood Malik Shaheed. The President and the Prime Minister…

Injured Lieutenant Uzair Mehmood Malik succumbed to wounds and embraced martyrdom at Combined Military Hospital, Peshawar today. According to ISPR, on Friday last, fire exchange took place between security forces and Khawarij at three different locations in . At one of the locations in Bagh, Lieutenant Uzair Mehmood Malik, leading…

Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal says agriculture development is crucial for securing Pakistan’s economic future. He was speaking at the 16th International Food, Hospitality, and Beverages Industry Exhibition and Conference in Lahore today. He highlighted expo’s significance in showcasing Pakistani products to global market and reiterated…

Pakistan condemned in the strongest possible terms the Israeli attack on Al-Tabeen School in eastern Gaza yesterday, which led to the death of over 100 civilians and injuring many more. In a statement today, the Foreign Office said attacking an overcrowded school sheltering displaced persons, particularly when they were performing…

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi says free of cost online visa facility will be available to Turkish nationals from Wednesday. Talking to Turkish Ambassador Dr. Mehmet Paçaci in Islamabad today, he said that this step will ease the arrival of Turkish nationals into Pakistan. Both sides decided to foment cooperation in…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said minorities have always played a significant role in Pakistan’s stability, progress and prosperity. He was addressing a ceremony in connection with the National Minority Day in Lahore today. The Prime Minister said the constitution of Pakistan fully guarantees minorities rights. He assured that rights…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has emphasized the need to bolster Pak-China friendship in diverse sectors including agriculture, mines and minerals, information technology and infrastructure. He was addressing a meeting with the representatives of foreign business companies working in Pakistan, including a large number of Chinese businesspersons. Terming Pak-China friendship higher…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif says government has taken various initiatives to improve agriculture sector. Addressing inaugural ceremony of 2nd International Food and Agriculture Exhibition in Karachi today, Shehbaz Sharif said agriculture exports of Pakistan have reached over three billion dollars and it is time we fix our next target to…

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar has stressed the need to reorient the country’s diplomatic initiatives to ensure that Pakistan’s development agenda is also advanced. Addressing the Graduation Ceremony of 43rd Specialized Diplomatic Course in Islamabad today, he said the along with conventional diplomacy, we will have…