Pakistan

Minister for Planning and Development Ahsan Iqbal visited the residence of Shaheed Muhammad Qadir, a martyr of Marka-e-Haq, in Pasrur. Speaking on the occasion, he said the nation will never forget the sacrifices rendered by those who embraced martyrdom in Marka-e-Haq. He said the entire nation is proud of the…

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi visited the National Database and Registration Authority Express Service Centre in Lahore today and reviewed the facilities being provided to the public. Speaking on the occasion, he said the government is making all-out efforts to ensure swift and hassle-free services for citizens at NADRA centres across…

Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Attaullah Tarar, has reaffirmed government’s commitment to a free, responsible, and vibrant media in Pakistan. On World Press Freedom Day, he expressed this resolve in a post on X today. The Minister said Pakistan’s traditional media has long stood as a strong pillar of public…

Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar spoke today with his Jordanian counterpart Ayman Safadi. On the occasion, Ayman Safadi conveyed Jordan’s deep appreciation of Pakistan’s constructive role and continued efforts for peace, dialogue, and regional stability in the context of ongoing tensions in the region. Ishaq Dar reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to…

President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif have reaffirmed Government’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting press freedom. In his message on World Press Freedom Day being observed today, the President called upon the citizens to reject falsehood and support credible journalism. In his message, Prime Minister Muhammad…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif visited Jati Umra in Lahore today and met Pakistan Muslim League-N Quaid Mian Muhammad Nawaz Sharif. He briefed Mian Nawaz Sharif on the prevailing situation in the country. The Prime Minister also informed him about the situation in the Middle East and Pakistan’s efforts for the…

On May 3, World Press Freedom Day was observed in Pakistan as well as across the globe. The purpose of observing this day is to highlight the importance and sacrifices of journalists who work tirelessly day and night and dedicate themselves to their professional duties. These views were expressed by…

Senior journalist Raja Bartgeen Turk has been appointed as the representative of 365 News Channel in Taxila. On this occasion, members of the journalistic community, social circles, and the general public have expressed heartfelt congratulations and best wishes. Raja Bartgeen Turk is considered among the most talented, hardworking, and dignified…

Minister for Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development Chaudhry Salik Hussain has announced that houses and flats will soon be allotted on merit to industrial workers in Islamabad. In his message on the occasion of International Labour Day, he highlighted the steps taken by the government for workers’ welfare and…

President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have called upon all stakeholders, including the business community and industrialists, to uphold the dignity and protection of country’s labour force. In their separate messages on the International Labour Day, they said that a nation that protects its workers, protects its…

International Labour Day was observed across the country as elsewhere in the world today (Friday) to acknowledge and commend the invaluable contributions of the labour class. The fundamental objective of observing the day is to acknowledge the hard work and dedication of the working class and create awareness about their…

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif today inaugurated ‘Rahmat Card Programme’ to financially support widows and orphan children. Speaking on the occasion, she directed the authorities to ensure transparency, fairness, and merit in the utilization of Zakat funds under the initiative. Earlier, Special Assistant to Chief Minister Punjab Rashid Iqbal…

Pakistani and Chinese organizations have signed a Joint Venture Agreement and two memorandums of understanding covering construction machinery, animal health and medical technology. The signing ceremony was witnessed by President Asif Ali Zardari in Sanya, Hainan. A Joint Venture Agreement was concluded between the Livestock and Fisheries Department, Government of…

Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar says Pakistan’s victory on the diplomatic, narrative-building, and military fronts during Marka-e-Haq will be remembered forever. Addressing a ceremony in Islamabad today, he said Operation Bunyan-um-Marsoos and Marka-e-Haq have given Pakistan a new stature. He said Pakistan is among the countries that fight…

Minister for Power Awais Leghari has announced an end to power load-shedding. In his video message, he mentioned that the country received LNG yesterday and that electricity production from hydropower has now reached six thousand megawatts. The Minister for Power recalled that the people started experiencing power outages about fifteen…

Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has reaffirmed Pakistan’s continued commitment to advancing lasting peace in the region. He was talking to Turkish Ambassador to Pakistan Irfan Neziroglu, who called on him in Islamabad today. The Ambassador conveyed President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s appreciation and support for Pakistan’s ongoing efforts to promote…

Federal Ministers Attaullah Tarar, Dr. Musadik Malik and Wajiha Qamar today visited residence of younger Shaheed of Marka-e-Haq Irtaza Abbas. They paid glowing tribute to resolve and courage of seven years old younger Shaheed of Marka-e-Haq Irtaza Abbas, who was martyred in Indian unprovoked aggression. At the time of Irtaza…

Commissioning ceremony of 1st HANGOR Class Submarine, PNS/M HANGOR was held in Sanya, China. President Asif Ali Zardari, who was chief guest on the occasion, described the commissioning of HANGOR as a historic milestone in Pakistan Navy’s modernization, affirming Pakistan’s resolve to maintain a robust, balanced and credible defence posture.…

Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United States Rizwan Saeed Sheikh has reaffirmed Pakistan’s steadfast commitment to promoting conflict resolution through dialogue and constructive engagement. He made the remarks during his meeting with Chairman of the US House Foreign Affairs Committee Brian Mast. They had a broad based and productive exchange of…

Foreign Office says Pakistan remains actively engaged both with the US and Iran for the cause of peace and stability in the region and beyond. At his weekly news briefing in Islamabad, Foreign Office Spokesperson Tahir Andrabi underscored that the clock on diplomacy has not stopped but functional. Tahir Andrabi…

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar spoke today with Vice President and High Representative of the European Union Kaja Kallas. During the telephonic conversation, they discussed the evolving situation including its economic and broader implications. The High Representative and Vice President of the European Union appreciated…