Pakistan

Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif has said that the ceasefire agreement with Afghanistan will remain in effect as long as there is no violation of its terms. In a statement, he said there is no time limit set for this ceasefire.  The Defense Minister said it had been made explicitly…

Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar received a telephone call today from Foreign Minister of Morocco, Nasser Bourita. Recalling their recent bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly session in New York, both sides reiterated their strong commitment to further strengthening bilateral cooperation in all areas of mutual…

Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar has reaffirmed the government’s unwavering commitment to completely eliminating terrorism from Pakistan. He was addressing a forum titled “The Persistence of Terrorism in Pakistan: Challenges and the Way Forward,” in Islamabad. The Information Minister said that Pakistan’s armed forces, security agencies, police, and…

Army Chief Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir has reiterated that Pakistan seeks regional peace and stability, any violation of its territorial integrity, direct or indirect, will be met with a firm and decisive response to safeguard the lives and well-being of its citizens. He was interacting with participants of the…

Mainly dry weather is expected in most parts of the country during the next twelve hours. Cold conditions are likely to prevail in hilly areas during the morning and night hours. However, light rain is expected at isolated places in upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Temperature of major cities recorded this morning: …

Secretary General of the Muslim World League, Mohammad bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa has emphasized the need for unity and religious harmony in the Muslim world to address contemporary global challenges. Addressing a ceremony in Islamabad, he said that Pakistan is playing a crucial role in promoting unity among Muslim countries and…

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has said that operations against Fitna-ul-Hindustan terrorists will continue as they are enemies of unity and peace in Pakistan. He stated this during a meeting with the Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi in Lahore. The Interior Minister vowed that Fitna-ul-Hindustan will be eradicated and evil…

President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have extended heartfelt greetings to the Hindu community in Pakistan on the occasion of Diwali festival. In his message, the President said the festival of Diwali reminds us of the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil. President Asif…

Chinese Chargé d’Affaires in Pakistan, Shi Yuanqiang has said projects like China-Pakistan Economic Corridor are aimed to transform economy, create job opportunities and modernization of infrastructure. Speaking at the Pak-China Think Tank Dialogue on “Modernization through Partnership China and Pakistan in Global Governance” in Islamabad, he said both countries have…

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Muhammad Ishaq Dar has welcomed the Pakistan-Afghanistan agreement finalized late last night in Doha.   In a social post on X handle, he termed it as the first step in the right direction. Ishaq Dar appreciated the constructive role played by brotherly Qatar and…

Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has said that the primary objective of ceasefire agreement between Pakistan and Afghanistan is to eliminate the menace of terrorism. In an interview with Al-Jazeera Arabic, he said terrorism has been affecting at border areas of Pakistan and Afghanistan for years. Khawaja Asif said both countries…

The government has approved the Wheat Policy 2025-26 under which procurement will be made at the rate of 3,500 rupees per 40 killogram. The approval was accorded at a meeting held in Islamabad with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in the chair. Addressing the meeting, the Prime Minister affirmed that the…

A high-level delegation from Pakistan, led by the Minister of Defence Khawja Muhammad Asif, will hold discussions with representatives of the Afghan Taliban in Doha on Saturday. According to a statement released by the Foreign Office, the talks will focus on immediate measures to end cross-border terrorism against Pakistan emanating…

Security forces foiled a suicide attack of Fitna al Khawarij in Mir Ali area of North Waziristan, killing four terrorists. According to security sources, three women and two children embraced martyrdom in the cowardly terrorist attack. Khawarij terrorist Gul Bahadur group claimed responsibility for the blast.  Security sources said Gul…

Pakistan has struck verified camps of Kharji Gul Bahadur group in border areas of North and South Waziristan districts along Pak-Afghan border. In a post on his X handle, Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar said that during forty eight hours-long ceasefire, Kharjis operating from Afghanistan, attempted to launch…

Russian Ambassador to Pakistan Albert P. Khorev called on Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar in Islamabad and discussed bilateral relations, promotion of tourism and various aspects of media cooperation. Discussions were also held on finalizing a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between Associated Press of Pakistan (APP) and Sputnik…

Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir has warned India of a strong and decisive response in the event of any fresh wave of hostilities. Delivering a historic and unequivocal address at the passing-out parade of Pakistan Military Academy in Kakul on Saturday, he stated Pakistan would respond…

Passing out parade of cadets of 152nd PMA Long Course, 71st Integrated Course, 26th Lady Cadet Course, 37th Technical Graduate Course was held at Pakistan Military Academy Kakul today. Cadets from several friendly countries including Iraq, Palestine, Qatar, Mali, Nepal, Maldives, Sri Lanka, Yemen, Bangladesh and Nigeria also graduated from…

Deputy Prime Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar has appreciated the strengthening of Pakistan-UK ties and recent leadership-level interactions. He was talking to the High Commissioner of the United Kingdom Jane Marriott who called on him in Islamabad. During the meeting, they also discussed regional and global developments.

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has directed immediate steps to ensure reduction in prices and availability of vegetables. Chairing a meeting in Lahore today, she expressed concern over recent increase in the prices of tomatoes and other vegetables. Maryam Nawaz directed that price lists must be prominently displayed at every…

Minister for Railways Muhammad Hanif Abbasi has vowed to provide safe, clean and comfortable travel facilities for passengers across the country. Chairing a meeting to review the performance and ongoing initiatives of the Peshawar Railway Division in Islamabad today, he said Pakistan Railways has entered a new era of modernization,…