Pakistan

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed strict action against sugar hoarders and those responsible for artificially creating a sugar shortage to increase prices. He was chairing a review meeting on sugar consumption, supply, and provision at fixed prices in Islamabad today. The Prime Minister said no one will be allowed…

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has reiterated the government’s commitment to climate adaptation and mitigation. He was chairing a meeting in Islamabad today to review progress on accessing the IMF’s Resilience and Sustainability Facility. During the meeting, the Deputy Prime Minister emphasized the need for sustained efforts…

A meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Privatisation was held in Islamabad today with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar in the chair. The committee reviewed the progress of the ongoing privatization initiatives, including the Roosevelt Hotel in New York.  Deputy Prime Minister urged the Privatization Commission to…

A high-level progress review meeting on the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor was held in Islamabad today, with Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, Ahsan Iqbal in the chair. During the meeting, the Planning Minister expressed dissatisfaction over the delay in ensuring national grid connectivity to Gwadar and directed the Quetta…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has expressed the commitment to provide maximum relief to the public during Ramadan. He was chairing a review meeting in Islamabad today (Tuesday) regarding the performance of the committee established to provide food items at affordable prices during Ramadan. The Prime Minister appreciated the performance of…

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has urged the federal cabinet members to work tirelessly to bring a developmental revolution in the country. He was addressing the first cabinet meeting following the induction of new Ministers, Ministers of State, Special Assistants, and Advisors in Islamabad today. The Prime Minster said the…

The operational command of Green Line and Orange Line BRT Bus Services have formally been handed over to the Sindh Government in a ceremony in Karachi today. The Chief Executive Officer Pakistan Infrastructure Development Company Limited Waseem Bajwa handed over the control to Secretary Transport Asad Zamin Sindh. Speaking on…

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has said the economy is improving and conditions are getting better as a result of the prudent policies of the government. Talking to the media outside the Parliament House in Islamabad today, she said people want progress, solutions to their problems, and relief from inflation…

Chairman Senate Syed Yousuf Raza Gillani has said that Pakistan stands with the people of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir and will never back down from support their of right to self-determination. Talking to a delegation of local government representatives from different parts of Azad Jammu and Kashmir in…

Minister for Religious Affairs Sardar Muhammad Yousaf has expressed the commitment to take steps for the facilitation of pilgrims. He made the remarks at a briefing regarding Hajj preparations after assuming charge of the Ministry of Religious Affairs in Islamabad on Monday. Sardar Muhammad Yousaf said measures aimed at the…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed the relevant ministries to sit with the private sector to revisit the awareness campaign regarding 20 billion rupees Ramadan Relief Package in terms of its effectiveness and outreach.    Reviewing the monitoring mechanism of Ramadan Relief Package at National Telecommunication Corporation in Islamabad, he…

President Asif Ali Zardari has called for setting aside personal and political differences and working together to revive the economy, strengthen democracy, and uphold rule of law. Addressing the Joint Sitting of the Parliament at the beginning of new parliamentary year in Islamabad today, he urged the Parliament to focus on…

Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has said the government is committed to strengthen its relations with the African countries. He said this while talking to Ethiopian Ambassador to Pakistan Dr. Jemal Beker Abdula who called on him in Islamabad. During the meeting, the two sides reviewed existing level of cooperation and…

Punjab Information Minister Azma Bukhari says process for Himmat Card and Health Card for journalists will be completed soon. Presiding over a meeting in Lahore today (Friday), she said resolving journalists’ issues is a top priority of the provincial government. Azma Bukhari announced that Journalist Support Fund has been increased…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has emphasized to ensure timely implementation and completion of various initiatives and projects under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor. He was talking to Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zaidong, who paid a courtesy call on him in Islamabad today. [Friday] The Prime Minister also conveyed his warm greetings and…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said the government is providing a conducive environment for investment and business activities. He was talking to leading businessmen of the country in Islamabad today (Friday). The Prime Minister commended the business community’s efforts for the development of the country. He also acknowledged their role…

Chairman Bilawal met with British High Commissioner Jane Marriott to discuss Pakistan-UK relations and explore avenues for enhanced cooperation. Both sides emphasised the importance of expanding trade ties and economic collaboration. The meeting also covered regional stability and diplomatic engagements. PPP Secretary General Nayyer Hussain Bukhari was also present. In…

In a harrowing case of wildlife trafficking, Pakistan Customs recently intercepted a group of exotic monkeys who had endured unimaginable suffering during their illegal transport. Upon rescue, these terrified animals were found in a severely traumatized state—their eyes bulging with fear, their bodies weakened by starvation, and their screams echoing…

The noose has been tightened around those spreading negative propaganda on digital platforms as ten members of PTI’s social media team have been summoned to appear before a Joint Investigation Team at 12 p.m. tomorrow. According to sources, the JIT, established by the federal government, has summoned the culprits accused…

Pakistan has strongly rejected the remarks made by the Indian External Affairs Minister, Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, on Jammu and Kashmir during an event at the Chatham House in London. At his weekly media briefing in Islamabad on Thursday, Foreign Office Spokesperson Shafqat Ali Khan said the remarks misrepresent the ground realities…

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar has departed for Saudi Arabia to attend the Extraordinary Session of the OIC Council of Foreign Ministers, which is set to take place in Jeddah.  This high-level meeting will discuss joint actions in response to the deteriorating situation in Palestine,…