Pakistan

President of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz Muhammad Nawaz Sharif says Punjab government will provide relief of fourteen rupees per unit to consumers using up to 500 units of electricity in August and September bills. Talking to media along with Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif in Lahore today, he said forty-five…

Foreign Office has said no talks are currently taking place with India for resumption of bilateral trade. At her weekly news briefing in Islamabad today, Foreign Office Spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch recalled that following India’s illegal and unilateral steps in illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir in 2019, several measures were…

President Asif Ali Zardari, on the occasion of Independence Day, has approved the conferment of awards upon 104 Pakistani and foreign nationals in recognition of their services to Pakistan. These awards will be given at a special ceremony on 23rd March next year. Former Prime Minister Zulfikar Ali Bhutto Shaheed…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has called for hard work, honesty and passion to change fate of the nation and put the country on path of development and prosperity. He was addressing the main ceremony held in connection with Independence Day celebrations in Islamabad this morning. The Prime Minister said there…

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…

In Azad Kashmir, preparations and events in connection with the 78th Independence Day celebrations are continuing like other parts of country. The stalls selling the badges, national flags and other products related to the Independence have been set up across the Azad Kashmir. Streets, roads and houses are being decorated…

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…