Pakistan

The death toll from a bomb blast near the Girls High School at Civil Hospital Chowk in Mastung district, Balochistan, has risen to eight, including a policeman and five children. Initially, four people were reported dead at the time of the explosion, but four additional victims succumbed to their injuries…

At the United Nations, Pakistan has called for boosting efforts to prevent an arms race in outer space. Speaking at UN General Assembly, Counsellor in Pakistan Mission to the United Nations, Gul Qaiser Sarwani warned that fallout will ripple across all domains of life with devastating consequences. Pakistani delegate said…

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz met with USAID Mission Director Wiraya Katesomwingsri to discuss matters of mutual interest, including the promotion of Pak-US relations and increasing cooperation across various sectors. During the meeting, both parties agreed to enhance collaboration in trade, climate change, renewable energy, women’s economic empowerment, healthcare, and…

Acting President Syed Yousuf Raza Gillani has called for adopting international best practices, focusing on innovation, and using the latest technology to improve governance in Pakistan. He was talking to the participants of the 36th Senior Management Course of the National Institute of Public Administration, Karachi, who called on him…

The Senate was informed today that there is no plan to close the operations of Utility Stores Corporation (USC). Minister for Industries and Production, Rana Tanveer Hussain told the House during the Question Hour that restructuring of the Utility Stores Corporation is underway to make it more viable in terms…

The National Assembly was informed today that a transshipment policy is being drafted to promote Pakistan’s role in regional and international trade. Minister for Maritime Affairs, Qaiser Ahmad Shaikh told the House during the Question Hour that this policy will provide clear guidelines and incentives for transshipment activities. He said…

Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar says Qatar has pledged to invest three billion dollars in Pakistan’s economy. He was presenting an overview of the recently concluded successful visit of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to Saudi Arabia and Qatar, while addressing a news conference in Islamabad this afternoon. The…

Pakistan and Qatar have stressed the need to enhance mutual economic partnership, trade and investments. This was stated in a joint statement issued by the Foreign Office today after the conclusion of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s visit to Qatar. During the visit, the Prime Minister met with Amir of the…

President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have expressed firm commitment to eradicate terrorism in all its forms from the country. In a statement, President Asif Ali Zardari has paid tributes to the soldiers of Pakistan Army who embraced martyrdom during operation against Khawarij terrorists in Bannu. He said the…

Eight khwarij have been sent to hell, while seven others got injured in an intelligence based operation by security forces in general area Bakka Khel in Bannu District. According to ISPR, during the operation, intense exchange of fire took place resulting in shahadat of Major Atif Khalil, a brave officer,…

Pakistan has expressed its unwavering commitment to multilateralism, saying that Islamabad believes in fundamental principles of sovereign equality, non-interference and non-intervention, as enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations. This was stated by Deputy Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the United Nations, Ambassador Usman Jadoon while making a statement…

Foreign Office has strongly rejected any offers or advice with regards to dialogue between Pakistan and Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). At her weekly news briefing in Islamabad today, Foreign Office Spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch reiterated that Pakistan has absolutely no interest in talks with terror groups, which are responsible for the…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said that his visit to Qatar would further solidify the strong bonds of friendship, mutual respect, and cooperation between Pakistan and Qatar, bringing mutual benefit to both nations. He expressed these views during an extensive and productive meeting with Prime Minister of Qatar, Sheikh Mohammed…

Pakistan and Qatar have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening strategic ties, underscoring the importance of shared economic goals and regional stability. This resolve was expressed during Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s  delegation-level talks with Amir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, followed by a one-on-one meeting to discuss a…

Pakistan has called on the UN Security Council to act decisively to enforce ceasefire in Gaza and take punitive measures against Israel including an arms embargo. The call was made by Pakistan’s permanent representative to the United Nations Ambassador Munir Akram while taking part in a day-long debate on the…

One Kharji was sent to hell, while another was apprehended in injured condition in an intelligence-based operation in Zhob District. According to ISPR, security forces conducted the operation on reported presence of Khwarij. Weapons and ammunition were also recovered from them. Sanitization operation is being conducted to neutralize any other…

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz referring minorities as crown of her head, has emphasized deep respect and commitment to their welfare. She was addressing a ceremony related to Hindu festival Diwali in Lahore today. She said provincial government will launch minority card for deserving families on 20th of December across…

Pakistan and Maldives have agreed to form Joint Working Groups on various sectors. This understanding reached at a meeting between Minister for Economic Affairs Ahad Cheema and High Commissioner of Maldives Muhammad Thoha in Islamabad today. Both sides agreed to extend their bilateral ties in key sectors. Ahad Cheema proposed…

Pakistan and Russia have agreed to strengthen mutual cooperation in maritime security and naval technology. An understanding to this effect was reached at a meeting between Naval Chief Admiral Naveed Ashraf and Deputy Minister of Defense of the Russian Federation Colonel General Alexander V. Fomin in Islamabad today (Wednesday). During…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said Pakistan and Saudi Arabia are marching forward together to strengthen their brotherly relations. Addressing a news conference along with Saudi Minister of Investment Khalid bin Abdulaziz Al-Falih, in Riyadh today, he said under the dynamic leadership of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman, we…

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif met with the Saudi Investment Minister Engr. Khalid bin Abdulaziz Al-Falih and Adviser at the Saudi Royal Court Mohammad Bin Mazyad Al-Tuwaijri in Riyadh today. Both sides reviewed the progress on various economic initiatives between the two countries. Recalling the Saudi Investment Minister’s recent visit…