Pakistan

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed the National Disaster Management Authority to develop a coordinated programme with the provincial disaster management authorities to help prevent incidents like the recent Swat tragedy. He was addressing a ceremony during his visit to the National Emergency Operations Centre of the NDMA in Islamabad…

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has directed the relevant authorities to ensure law and order during holy month of Muharram-ul-Haram. In a statement, she issued strict directives to ensure ban on the use of drone cameras during this month. Meanwhile, a special cell is conducting round the clock monitoring of…

Minister for Railways Muhammad Hanif Abbasi has announced a complete ban on the use of luxury salons by railway officers, limiting their use exclusively to the public. The announcement came during a meeting in Lahore on Monday, where several important measures were discussed. The Minister also directed officials to complete…

A high-level delegation from the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah visited the Pakistan Hajj Mission in Makkah and extended heartfelt felicitation on the successful completion of Hajj this year. The delegation commended the exceptional arrangements and services provided to Pakistani pilgrims. The visiting delegation included Dr. Abdul Fattah bin…

Ambassador of Iran to Pakistan, Dr Reza Amiri Moghadam, has commended Pakistan’s proactive and unwavering support for Iran during the recent escalation in the region. Speaking to a private news channel, the envoy said Pakistan played the most prominent role among all the brotherly nations, and the Iranian people deeply…

Independent MNA from Sahiwal, Chaudhry Usman Ali called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad today. The Prime Minister congratulated Chaudhry Usman Ali on joining Pakistan Muslim League (N) and extended best wishes. Chaudhry Usman Ali expressed confidence in the government’s policies and congratulated the Prime Minister on the approval…

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi says a comprehensive security plan has been put in place for Muharram to check miscreants and to ensure improved surveillance. He said this while visiting the central Imambargah Asna Ashari in G-6 Islamabad, where he reviewed the security and other arrangements. Mohsin Naqvi made it clear…

Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has urged India to rethink its present hostile and misguided policies that threaten peace and undermine security in South Asia. Addressing an event marking the 52nd anniversary of Institute of Strategic Studies in Islamabad on Monday, he mentioned that Pakistan swiftly retaliated to the recent…

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has directed Pakistan Tourism Development Corporation (PTDC) to take immediate practical steps to promote tourism in the country. Chairing a meeting in Islamabad on Monday, he emphasized that special tourism zones should be established to boost the tourism sector. He said the public and private…

Significant rainfall is expected in Kashmir, Northeast Punjab, Potohar region, Islamabad and Upper and Central parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa from Sunday to Thursday next. According to National Emergencies Operation Center of NDMA, this rainfall activity may result in urban flooding in low-lying areas of Central Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, particularly in the…

President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have commended the security forces on a successful operation against the Indian-backed terrorists of Fitna al Hindustan in the Duki district of Balochistan. In their separate statements on Sunday, they lauded the security forces for neutralizing two terrorists of Fitna al…

Railways Minister Hanif Abbasi made a surprise visit to the Rawalpindi Railway Station on Sunday and boarded the Lahore-bound train as an ordinary passenger to know travelers’ difficulties and problems. The Minister purchased the ticket from his own pocket and embarked on the journey towards Lahore. Speaking on the occasion,…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday visited the residence of veteran politician Chaudhry Nisar in Rawalpindi. During the visit, the Prime Minister inquired after Chaudhry Nisar. Besides, national and international affairs came under discussion. The meeting was held in a cordial and pleasant atmosphere, with both leaders fondly reminiscing about…

Pakistan’s passport has achieved a major milestone by securing a position in the top one hundred of the Henley Passport Index 2025 global ranking. According to the latest rankings released by Henley & Partners, the Pakistani passport now holds the 100th spot, a substantial leap from its 113th position in…

Two Indian sponsored terrorists were sent to hell, while two others were apprehended during an intelligence based operation in Duki District of Balochistan on Saturday. According to ISPR, the security forces conducted the operation on reported presence of terrorists belonging to Indian proxy, Fitna al Hindustan and effectively engaged the…

Türkiye President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has condemned the heinous terrorist attack against Pakistan on Saturday. In a post in Turkish on social media platform X, he prayed the Allah Almighty to have mercy on our Pakistani brothers who lost their lives in the attack and wish a speedy recovery to…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has launched the “Apna Meter, Apni Reading” Power Smart Mobile Application to bring more transparency to the electricity billing process. Addressing the launching ceremony of the App in Islamabad today, he said it is a revolutionary technology reform to ensure transparency and benefit for consumers. The…

Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff, has assured the nation that the blood of every innocent Pakistani shall always be avenged, and any attempt to undermine Pakistan’s internal stability will be met with swift and decisive retribution. The Field Marshal gave assurance as he visited the Corps…

Fourteen Khwarij have been killed by the security forces in the Mir Ali area of North Waziristan District. According to ISPR, a cowardly attack was planned and orchestrated by the terrorist state of India, and executed by its proxy Fitna-al-Khwarij, targeting a Security Forces convoy. A vehicle borne suicide bomber…

Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has paid tribute to Ulema for their continuous efforts in promoting interfaith harmony. He was addressing a meeting held to review the arrangements for Muharram-ul-Haraam in Karachi on Saturday. The Chief Minister said Ulema of different schools of thought have always given the…

CEO of Pakistan International Airlines AVM Amir Hayat called on Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar in Islamabad on Saturday. Appreciating Ishaq Dar’s continued support, the CEO of PIA requested further diplomatic assistance for resumption of flights to the United Kingdom. He acknowledged that necessary groundwork was laid…