Pakistan

Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar today held a telephonic conversation with the Foreign Minister of the Russian Federation Sergey Lavrov. The two leaders discussed bilateral relations and cooperation at multilateral fora in support of international peace and security. Sergey Lavrov appreciated Pakistan’s constructive role in facilitating dialogue between Iran and…

Iranian Ambassador to Pakistan, Reza Amiri Moghadam, called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad on Wednesday. According to a statement shared on social media platform X, the meeting focused on the current regional situation and ongoing efforts for peace and stability. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar…

Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Attaullah Tarar, says a year has passed since the Pahalgam false flag operation, but India has failed to present any credible evidence to support its claims. In a special televised statement, he said the Pahalgam incident reflects a mindset based on hollowness, illogical thinking, false…

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar chaired a meeting in Islamabad today to review evolving regional developments and upcoming international engagements. The Deputy Prime Minister discussed emerging global and regional developments with the participants of the meeting. He underscored the importance of proactive engagement on key…

The Federal and Sindh governments have decided to launch new train services from Karachi to Rohri and Karachi to Jacobabad. The decision was taken at a meeting between Railways Minister Muhammad Hanif Abbasi and Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah in Karachi today [Wednesday]. It was also agreed to…

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar held a telephonic conversation with the Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan today [Wednesday]. During the conversation, both the leaders exchanged views on the latest regional developments and reaffirmed the importance of dialogue and diplomacy in peaceful settlement of disputes. The…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed to accelerate ongoing measures to promote electric vehicles (EVs) in the country. Chairing a meeting in Islamabad today, he noted that considering the current regional situation and future needs, the promotion of EVs will not only reduce the burden of fuel imports, but is…

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has thanked U.S. President Donald Trump for graciously accepting request to extend the ceasefire to allow ongoing diplomatic efforts to take their course. In his social media post on X, he expressed gratitude on his personal behalf and on behalf of Field Marshal Syed Asim…

Pakistan is already facing a climate crisis. Islamabad, once celebrated as one of the most beautiful capitals of the world due to its greenery and hills, is under urgent threat as tree felling accelerates and natural beauty erodes. More than 29,000 trees have already been destroyed by government actions, and…

Pakistan’s well-known poet Ali Haider has achieved a distinctive international honor, as he has been awarded honorary membership by the international literary organization Sharif Academy Germany in recognition of his scholarly and literary services. Literary, social, educational, and journalistic circles have extended their congratulations and best wishes on this achievement.…

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi visited the US embassy in Diplomatic Enclave, Islamabad. During the visit, the Minister met with the US Chargé d’Affaires to Pakistan Natalie Baker, and held detailed discussions on the promotion of Pakistan-US relations and the latest developments in the region. They also discussed security arrangements made…

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi held a meeting with Iranian Ambassador Dr Reza Amiri Moghadam in Islamabad today. During the meeting, both sides discussed arrangements for the second round of Islamabad Talks. They stressed the need for a sustainable solution through diplomatic and negotiation channels to reduce tensions. The Interior Minister…

Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has reiterated Pakistan’s resolve to continue encouraging dialogue and constructive engagement. He expressed this commitment during a telephone conversation with Foreign Minister of Australia Penny Wong. Ishaq Dar apprised the Australian Foreign Minister of Islamabad Talks held on 11th and 12th of this month. Penny…

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly has unanimously passed a resolution supporting the Islamabad peace talks between the US and Iran. The resolution emphasized that peace, stability, and regional cooperation are essential for long-term security and development. Pakistan People’s Party parliamentary leader Ahmad Karim Kundi, who moved the resolution, said Pakistan played…

Minister for Railways Muhammad Hanif Abbasi has announced that work on the four hundred and eighty kilometers long Rohri-Karachi track will start in September with an estimated cost of two billion dollars. Addressing a function in Karachi, the Minister said that Pakistan Railways and Punjab Government have inked an agreement…

Minister for Board of Investment Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh has said that Pakistan is rapidly emerging as a stable, secure and investment-friendly country. He said this during a series of bilateral meetings with global business leaders and institutional representatives on the sidelines of the Commonwealth Trade and Investment Summit 2026 in…

President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif have said that Allama Muhammad Iqbal was not only a great poet but also an intellectual, moral and spiritual force who guided the Muslim Ummah towards self-awareness, freedom of thought, self-respect and determined effort. In their separate messages on the…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif received a telephone call from President European Council António Costa. During their cordial conversation, the two leaders exchanged views on the current situation in the Middle East. The Prime Minister shared with António Costa the latest updates on Pakistan’s diplomatic outreach and peace efforts. The President…

Prime Minister of Pakistan, Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, has presented a souvenir to senior officer of the Ministry of Information (Principal Information Officer), Mubashir Hassan, in recognition of his outstanding performance. On this achievement, members of public, social, educational, literary, and journalistic circles have extended heartfelt congratulations and best wishes…

Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar met with Azerbaijan’s Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov on the sidelines of Antalya Diplomacy Forum. They held a productive discussion on regional developments and explored ways to further strengthen the close and brotherly ties between Pakistan and Azerbaijan. Both agreed to stay in close contact.

The Election Commission on Saturday issued the official list of contesting candidates for the Senate By-Election 2026 from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on a general seat.According to Form-54 issued under relevant election rules, a total of five candidates including Asghar Ali son of Basheer Ahmad Khan (Pakistan Muslim League-N), Raheela Bibi wife…