Pakistan

A meeting to review the progress of investment initiatives from friendly countries was held in Islamabad today with Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar in the chair. During the meeting, discussions focused on facilitating foreign investments in key sectors including infrastructure, energy, petroleum, and economic development. Reaffirming the government’s commitment to…

A high level defense delegation led by Lieutenant General Wang Gang, Chief of Staff of People’s Liberation Army Air Force, called on Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu in Islamabad on Tuesday. During the meeting, matters of mutual interest, regional security dynamics and avenues of enhanced bilateral cooperation, particularly…

Prime Minister Muhamad Shehbaz Sharif has directed to celebrate this year’s Independence Day under the theme ‘Maarka-e-Haq as a tribute to resilience and unity of the entire nation in the face of unprovoked Indian aggression.       A preliminary meeting was held in Islamabad today with Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal…

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar has underscored the potential to further deepen ties between Pakistan and ASEAN member states across diverse areas including trade, tourism, connectivity, IT, and education. He was talking to ASEAN Heads of Missions in Pakistan including Myanmar, Brunei Darussalam, Vietnam, Thailand,…

The Board of Directors, in its meeting held on July 7, 2025, has re-appointed Syed Moonis Abdullah Alvi as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of K-Electric with effect from July 30, 2025. Syed Moonis Abdullah Alvi joined KE in 2008, and has held key roles in the Organisation as CFO, Company…

President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have paid tributes to Havildar Lalak Jan on his 26th martyrdom anniversary. In a statement, the President said Lalak Jan’s sacrifice is a shining example of courage and determination for future generations.   He said Lalak Jan’s sacrifice will always be…

The 26th Martyrdom anniversary of Kargil Hero Havildar Lalak Jan Nishan-e-Haider is being observed today. Havildar Lalak Jan laid down his life while valiantly defending the motherland during Kargil war in 1999.   On this day in 1999, Havildar Lalak Jan Shaheed demonstrated extraordinary valour by fearlessly repelling enemy attacks…

Sweden has announced reopening visa services in Islamabad. This development is a result of the bilateral political consultations between the two countries held in Stockholm on Wednesday last. The resumption of visa services, effective from today, will facilitate Pakistanis seeking to visit Sweden for short stays. Pakistani nationals can apply…

Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir has reiterated that any misadventure or attempts to undermine Pakistan’s sovereignty or violation of territorial integrity will continue to be reflexively met with a swift and resolute response without any constraints or inhibitions. He was addressing the graduating officers of the National Security and War…

A meeting to review the domestic situation of essential commodities and food items was held in Islamabad on Monday with Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar in the chair. Discussions focused on supply and demand dynamics, pricing trends, and measures to ensure the stable availability of essential food items in the…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed the NDMA, rescue agencies, and administration to remain on high alert to deal with any emergency situation arising from the recent rains. According to the Prime Minister Office, Shehbaz Sharif instructed these agencies to immediately implement precautionary measures in anticipation of potential flooding in…

The employees of Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) in all regional and field offices have shown great reservations following the meeting of Departmental Promotion Committee (DPC) that had held on 3rd of July last week in which junior employees were allegedly given promotion and the genuine employees were neglected which…

At-least five people have been killed and two others injured in rain-related incidents during last twenty-four hours across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. According to a report of the Provincial Disaster Management Authority Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, one house was also completely demolished due to rains. The PDMA has directed the concerned district administration to…

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has set a new record in public service, good governance, and security by ensuring exemplary arrangements across the province on the occasion of Muharram-ul-Haram. According to a press release of the CM office, for the first time in Punjab’s history, the largest security and…

World Rural Development Day is being observed today (Sunday) for the first time since its official declaration by the United Nations General Assembly in September last year. The resolution, adopted unanimously, designated July 6 as a day to recognize the vital role of rural communities in sustainable development and to…

President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have paid rich tribute to the supreme sacrifice of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA) and his companions, saying that Ashura gives us a message of sacrifice, truthfulness, sincere determination, and standing up for the truth. In their separate messages on Youm-e-Ashur on…

Advisor to Prime Minister Rana Sanaullah has called for dialogue and democratic cooperation to resolve political and electoral issues in the country. Talking to a private news channel, he said the government believes in moving forward through consensus rather than confrontation. Responding to concerns about reserved seats, he said that…

Pakistan and China have expressed commitment to advance cultural diplomacy, enhance tourism collaboration, and restore shared heritage sites between the two countries. This resolve was expressed during a meeting between Minister for Culture, Tourism & Heritage, Huzaifa Rehman and Chinese Minister of Culture & Tourism, Gao Zheng, in Beijing on…

Youm-e-Ashur, the 10th of Muharram-ul-Haram, is being observed across the country today [Sunday] with due solemnity and deep reverence to commemorate the supreme sacrifice rendered by Hazrat Imam Hussain (Razi Allah Ta’ala Anho) and his devoted companions in Karbala. The unmatched sacrifice of Hazrat Imam Hussain Razi Allah ho Ta’ala…

Chairman of Pakistan People’s Party Bilawal Bhutto Zardari met with Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi to discuss the prevailing political and security situation in the province. During the meeting, Faisal Karim Kundi briefed the Chairman PPP on recent developments in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The two leaders also exchanged views on…

The 26th martyrdom anniversary of Captain Karnal Sher Khan Shaheed, Nishan-e-Haider, was observed on Saturday. During the Kargil conflict in 1999, Captain Karnal Sher Khan Shaheed sacrificed his life while defending the motherland with unparalleled valour. Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff…