Pakistan

A Chinese Jiangsu Police delegation met Punjab Governor Muhammad Baligh-ur-Rehman under the leadership of Deputy Director General of Police Security Tan Yongsheng in Lahore today. Speaking on this occasion, the Governor said Pakistan and China are bound in a relationship of mutual trust, love and unparalleled friendship. Baligh-ur-Rehman said China-Pakistan…

President Dr. Arif Alvi has urged the businessmen to ensure the protection of workers’ rights. Addressing an event of Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Islamabad on Thursday, he emphasized the importance of honesty, ethics, and compassion in trade and business. He said women should also be encouraged and…

One-day extension has been agreed in the Gaza truce to give mediators more time to continue the process of releasing hostages. Despite extension in the truce, Israeli forces backed by bulldozers stormed into Tulkarem city this morning inflicting heavy destruction to Palestinians’ vehicles, streets and properties. A Palestinian youth was…

Caretaker Minister for Information and Broadcasting Murtaza Solangi has underlined the need for reforms in state broadcasters, including PTV. He made these remarks at a meeting of the Senate Standing Committee on Information and Broadcasting, chaired by Senator Fawzia Arshad in Islamabad today. The Information Minister said we are heading…

In Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir, complete shut down will be obseved on Friday to protest against posting of a blasphemous video by a Hindu student about Khatam-ul-Nabyeen Hazrat Muhammad (S.A.W). The call for the shut down was given by the All Parties Hurriyat Conference. The shutdown is also…

56th Foundation Day of Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) is being observed today. In his message on the occasion, Chairman PPP Bilawal Bhutto Zardari said that his party is determined to complete the unfinished mission of the party’s founding chairman Quaid-i-Awam Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto and Chairperson Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto.

The Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in collaboration with the National Archives of Indonesia, the National Library of Pakistan, and National Archives of Pakistan inaugurated today a week-long exhibition of “Soekarno’s Legacy in Building Stringer Bonds of Indonesia-Pakistan Brotherhood, National Library of Pakistan, 29 November-2 December 2023. The main…

Minister for Information and Broadcasting Murtaza Solangi has reiterated Pakistan’s moral, political and diplomatic support to the oppressed people of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir in their legitimate struggle for right to self-determination. Addressing a seminar on Kashmir in Islamabad today, he said no force can suppress the voices…

Pakistan and United States have reaffirmed commitment to carry forward the agenda of improving policies, laws and regulations related to Intellectual Property. The commitment was expressed during a high level visit of the US delegation led by IP Counselor for South Asia John Cabecca at IPO-Pakistan Headquarters in Islamabad. The…

Eight-member Chinese police delegation led by Deputy Director General of Public Security Department, Than Yong Shing visited the Civil Secretariat in Lahore today. Chief Secretary Punjab Zahid Akhtar Zaman welcomed the delegation. Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Secretary said Punjab government intends to increase partnership with China in various…

Special Assistant on Human Rights and Women Empowerment Mushaal Hussein Mullick has said the government is preparing a national policy on ending violence against women. Addressing an event today, she said zero draft has been prepared and finalization is in progress with technical support of the UN Women. Mushaal Hussain…

Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar today visited national and cultural landmark, Wahat Al Karama in Abu Dhabi, to pay homage to the sacrifices of UAE heroes who laid down their lives in the services of their country. The Prime Minister was welcomed by  Sheikh Thayeb bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al…

Caretaker Minister for Information and Broadcasting Murtaza Solangi has said the election commission will fulfill its responsibility of conducting free, fair and transparent elections according to Article 218 (3). Talking to media in Islamabad today, he said we will support the election commission in this regard. He said everybody in…

The 14-member delegation of Sikh pilgrims from the United States visited Punjab Safe Cities Authority in Lahore today. On this occasion, Operation Commander PSCA welcomed him. Speaking on this occasion, the delegation lauded the hospitality of Pakistan. They also thanked Punjab government for maintenance of Sikh Gurdawars.

President Dr. Arif Alvi held telephonic conversation with families of the security personnel martyred in recent acts of terrorism in North Waziristan and Pasni. The President paid tributes to the services and sacrifices of the martyrs for the homeland. Commiserating with the bereaved families, the President prayed to God Almighty…

The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has launched a dedicated helpline and a home-based identity card issuance service to enhance convenience for people with disabilities. According to NADRA officials, the Special Helpline 1777 will serve as a one-stop resource, which will provide comprehensive information and guidance on NADRA’s services,…

All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) has expressed concern over plight of illegally detained Hurriyat leaders and activists languishing in notorious jails of India and occupied Jammu and Kashmir for the past many years. In a statement in Srinagar, the APHC spokesman denounced the arbitrary arrests of Kashmiris as the worst…

Repatriation of illegal foreign nationals including Afghans to their homeland is continuing in a dignified and safe manner. In addition to other measures for the dignified return of Afghans to their country, transit camps equipped with all facilities have been established in various districts for their temporary accommodation. 1493 illegal…

The process for receiving of applications for next year’s Hajj under government scheme is underway by the designated banks. Receiving of applications process will continue till 12th of next month. The applications can be submitted on a passport valid till 16 December 2024. Hajj application can also be submitted on…

Two civilians were martyred while ten others including three soldiers wounded when a suicide bomber exploded himself on a security forces’ convoy in Bakka Khel area of Bannu District. According to ISPR, the motorcycle borne suicide bomber affiliated with Hafiz Gul Bahadur Group was identified as an Afghan national. Sanitization…

Commander of the Royal Saudi Land Forces Lieutenant General Fahd bin Abdullah Al-Mutair called on Army Chief Syed Asim Munir at General headquarters in Rawalpindi on Monday. According to the media wing of Pakistan Army, during the meeting, both sides discussed various areas of mutual interest including cooperation in the…