Pakistan

Experts from government institutions, media, academia, the technology sector, civil society and development organizations called for coordinated national efforts to build a trusted, inclusive and democratic digital ecosystem that promotes responsible innovation, safeguards fundamental rights, strengthens information integrity and ensures that emerging technologies serve the public interest. They expressed these…

Mainly hot and humid weather is expected over most parts of the country during the next twelve hours. However, rain-wind and thundershowers are expected in Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Islamabad, upper and central Punjab. Isolated heavy falls may also occur during the forecast period. Temperature of major cities recorded this…

Pakistan and Japan have agreed to explore new avenues of collaboration in infrastructure, human resource development, digital transformation, tourism, and sustainable economic growth. The commitment was expressed during a meeting between Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal and the President of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) in Islamabad today. Welcoming the…

Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal has directed for formulating proposals on fiscal reforms and expedited execution of development projects in Gilgit-Baltistan. He was chairing a meeting of the Prime Minister’s Review Committee in Islamabad. Ahsan Iqbal endorsed the development of an NFC-based financial framework for Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir.

Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has expressed grave concern over the deteriorating situation in the Occupied Palestinian Territory, particularly in Occupied East Jerusalem and the West Bank. He was speaking at the Ministerial Meeting on Jerusalem in Amman today. Ishaq Dar condemned continued violations at Al-Aqsa Mosque, illegal settlement expansion,…

Pakistan and Iran have agreed to promote border trade by improving facilities, keeping border crossings open round the clock, strengthening logistics, and harmonizing customs procedures. The agreement was reached during a meeting between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and a six-member Iranian delegation led by Iran’s Minister of Industry, Mines and…

Pakistan and Denmark have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to launch the Strategic Sector Cooperation Programme between the two countries. The MoU was signed by Secretary, Power Division, Dr. Fakhre Alam Irfan and Danish Ambassador Maja Derrous Mortensen, and witnessed by Minister for Energy Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari in…

Hot and humid weather is expected in most parts of the country during the next twelve hours. However, rain-wind/thundershowers are likely in Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and northeast Punjab. Temperature of major cities recorded this morning: Islamabad twenty-four degree centigrade, Lahore twenty-nine, Karachi and Peshawar twenty-eight, Quetta twenty-two, Gilgit…

President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif have reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering solidarity with the people of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir. In their separate messages on Youm-e-Istehsal Kashmir being observed today, they paid tribute to the Kashmiri people’s courage, resilience and commitment to their right to…

On the occasion of Youm-e-Istehsal, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, Chief of Army Staff & Chief of Defence Forces (COAS & CDF) of Pakistan; Admiral Naveed Ashraf, NI, NI (M), T Bt, Chief of the Naval Staff; Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, NI (M), HJ,…

Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony, Sardar Muhammad Yousaf, has said Pakistan remains fully committed to promoting interfaith harmony, mutual respect, and peaceful coexistence nationwide. He was talking to Chairman of the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee Maulana Abdul Khabir Azad, who called on him in Islamabad today. The Minister said…

Youm-e-Istehsal Kashmir is observed every year to draw the attention of international community towards the ongoing human rights violations in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK). This was stated by Minister for Kashmir Affairs and Gilgit-Baltistan Amir Muqam while addressing a news conference along with All Parties Hurriyat Conference…

The Armed Forces of Pakistan remain fully prepared to extend assistance to the civil administration and NDMA in relief, rescue, and rehabilitation operations. Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir reassured this assurance during his visit to the National Emergencies Operation Centre at…

August 04, 2026 Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has departed for Amman, Jordan, to attend a Ministerial Meeting on Jerusalem tomorrow. He is paying the visit at the invitation of his Jordanian counterpart, Ayman Al Safadi. The meeting will bring together Foreign Ministers of the Arab League…

Police Martyrs’ Day is being observed today to honour police officers and personnel who lost their lives in the line of duty and to express solidarity with their families. Special ceremonies, guards of honour, and wreath-laying ceremonies are being held at police lines and memorials across the country. President Asif…

At least fifteen people, including six policemen, were martyred in a suicide bombing near Kabal Police Station in Swat on Sunday, according to local administration and police officials. Malakand Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Syed Fida Hussain said the suicide bomber attempted to enter Kabal Police Station but was stopped by…

In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, security forces are continuing Operation 11 Garaj, killing several Khawarij and destroying their hideouts. During the operation that has been continuing for the last two months, security forces arrested facilitators of terrorists and recovered a large cache of arms and ammunition. According to security sources, terrorists are…

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi says the access system for the track record of the Family Registration Certificate will be streamlined. He said this during an unannounced visit to the round-the-clock NADRA Center in Lahore today. Mohsin Naqvi directed NADRA staff to properly guide citizens on the required documentation. He also…

Pakistan Maritime Security Agency has signed a landmark contract for the installation of Vessel Monitoring System on Pakistani fishing vessels. The contract signing ceremony was held at PMSA Headquarters in Karachi. Secretary Defence retired Lt Gen Muhammad Ali attended the event as the chief guest, while representatives of the federal…

The National Emergency Response Committee has directed all stakeholders to further strengthen inter-agency coordination and ensure timely implementation of preventive measures to minimize the impact of weather events. The Committee met at the NDMA Headquarters in Islamabad today with Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal in the chair to review the evolving…

Federal Minister for Kashmir Affairs, Gilgit-Baltistan and SAFRON, Engineer Amir Muqam has urged all political parties to ensure a peaceful continuation of the democratic process in Azad Jammu and Kashmir. Talking to media in Islamabad, he said political parties should focus on winning the confidence of the people. He said…