Pakistan

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has inaugurated several projects in Gilgit-Baltistan, aimed at the development and progress of the area. The inaugural ceremony of the completed projects was held in Gilgit today. These projects include Naltar Expressway, construction of Engineering Block at the Karakoram International University, construction of Baltistan University project,…

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif says security of Chinese nationals working in Pakistan is the topmost priority of the government. He was talking to Ambassador of China to Pakistan, Jiang Zaidong, during his visit to the Chinese Embassy in Islamabad today [Wednesday]. The Prime Minister strongly condemned the incident of…

The 10th edition of the Islamabad Literature Festival (ILF), one of Pakistan’s most anticipated literary events, is set to take place from 8th to 10th November 2024 at Gandhara Citizen’s Club, Fatima Jinnah (F-9) Park. Organized by Oxford University Press (OUP) Pakistan in collaboration with Getz Pharma, this year’s ILF…

Security forces have killed six Khwarij in two separate operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. According to ISPR, the operations were conducted last night in South Waziristan district of the province. The first intelligence-based operation was conducted by security forces in Dosali. During conduct of the operation, own troops effectively engaged the…

Acting President Syed Yousuf Raza Gillani has stressed the need for relentless efforts and unshaken resolve to achieve Sustainable Development Goals. Addressing the 27th Sustainable Development Conference as Chief Guest in Islamabad on Monday, he said Pakistan is facing a challenge of climate change, which is becoming an obstacle to…

Pakistan Navy has conducted successful flight test of an indigenously developed Ship Launched Ballistic Missile. The Weapon System with 350 KM range is capable of engaging land and sea targets with high precision. It is equipped with state of the art navigation system and maneuverability features. Flight test was witnessed…

The National Assembly today passed “The Supreme Court Number of Judges (Amendment) Bill, 2024”. It was moved by Minister for Law Azam Nazeer Tarar. Highlighting the salient features of the Bill, the Law Minister said under the Supreme Court Number of Judges Amendment Bill, the number of judges may be…

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has reiterated the government’s openness to engaging with international investors. He was talking to a delegation of TPG Capital firm led by Jide Olanrewaju, in Islamabad today. The Finance Minister emphasized the vital role that partnerships with organizations like TPG Capital, play in driving economic progress.…

The five-day 28th Annual Conference of International Association of Peacekeeping Training Centre kicked off at Centre for International Peace and Stability National University of Science and Technology in Islamabad today. The Conference, being hosted for the first time in Pakistan,  officially commenced with the inauguration of new building by Chief…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif says reduction in policy rate will enhance business activities, exports and employment opportunities in the country. Presiding over a meeting of the Parliamentary Party of PML-N in Islamabad today (Monday), he said the economy of Pakistan is becoming stable. He said the State Bank of Pakistan…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif says he had very successful visits to Saudi Arabia and Qatar which will help further strengthen Pakistan’s economy. Presiding over the Federal Cabinet meeting, held in Islamabad on Monday, he said during his interaction with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, the Crown Prince expressed best…

A condolence reference was held to honor the remarkable academic contributions of the esteemed and legendary Prof. Dr. Fazal Rahim Khan, who passed away on October 23, 2024. A large number of academics, researchers and community members participated in the online condolence reference organized by the Department of Media Studies,…

Acting President Syed Yousuf Raza Gillani and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif have said that Pakistan firmly believes in freedom of press and freedom of expression. In his message on the occasion of International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists, the Acting President said freedom of press is…

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has commended the Frontier Constabulary force in combating terrorism. During a meeting with the 49th Common Police Officers appointed to the Frontier Constabulary in Islamabad, he said role of the force in ensuring peace and security is of utmost importance. Referring to the recent sacrifice of…

Chairman Standing Committee on Privatization Commission Senator Talal Chaudhry says  much-need political stability has been achieved despite multiple odds. Addressing a news conference in Faisalabad today, he said nobody would be allowed to create chaos in the country to achieve their ulterior objectives. Talal Chaudhry said political stability is basic…

Chairman Prime Minister’s Youth Programme Rana Mashhood Ahmed Khan says country’s development is directly linked to emancipation of youth. Addressing an international conference in Lahore today (Saturday), he emphasized the importance of imparting quality education to youth. Rana Mashhood said the Prime Minister’s Youth Program has been launched to materialize…

China-Pakistan Technical and Vocational Education and Training Industrial Center of Excellence has been unveiled at Belt and Road Digital Education Development Forum in Beijing. Secretary General of China Pakistan International Industrial Academic Integration Alliance, Ammar Muhammad said Industry-specific committees are set up in tandem, which are expected to equip students…

The United Arab Emirates have awarded its Golden Visa to a Pakistani entrepreneur Muhammad Zeeshan Shahzad, who reshaped the smart automation industry in the UAE. Zeeshan Shahzad has made a name for himself in Dubai by leading the UAE’s first locally established smart automation brand. His work is credited with…

Italy has expressed readiness to further enhance cultivation of palm in Chakwal besides making investment in livestock and dairy projects of Punjab. During a meeting with the Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz in Lahore today, Italian Ambassador to Pakistan Marilina Armellin highlighted potential of cooperation between the two countries in…

Pakistan cricket team will face Australia in 1st ODI of three-match series in Melbourne on Monday. The match will start at 8.30 in the morning. Pakistan will play three ODIs and three T-20 matches against Australia during 4th to 18th of this month in Australia.

Chairman of Pakistan Cricket Board, Mohsin Naqvi has felicitated Pakistan team on their victory against India in the Hong Kong Sixes Tournament. Lauding the standout performances, he commended Asif Ali, Faheem Ashraf and Mohammad Akhlaq for their aggressive and impactful batting, which proved pivotal in securing the win. He further…

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…