Punjab Chief Minister (CM) Maryam Nawaz on Tuesday said that despite criticism from other provincial governments over Punjab’s post-flood response, her team remained focused on relief work instead of political point-scoring. Speaking at a laptop distribution ceremony at the University of Chakwal, Maryam said the Punjab government’s efforts had been ‘unprecedented’ in the province’s history,…
Pakistan and Saudi Arabian foreign ministers have discussed in detail the prevailing situation in Gaza as US President Donald Trump announced his place to end the war there. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar received a call from Saudi Foreign Minister His Highness Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, late Monday night…
As many as 10 international and domestic flights have been cancelled at Karachi Airport due to technical and operational reasons on Tuesday. According to flight schedule, Karachi to Addis Ababa Airport flight ET-695 has been cancelled while Karachi to Doha Qatar Airways flight QR-611 has also been suspended. Moreover, Karachi to Muscat Oman Air flight…
At least six people were killed and 19 injured after a powerful explosion and sudden gunfire near the FC (Frontier Corps) Headquarters in eastern Quetta shook the city on Tuesday. The blast was heard far and wide in the eastern area of Model Town and its surroundings, which is considered a sensitive zone. The explosion…
The federal government has finalized preparations for a Rs389 billion relief package for flood-affected communities. The package will be introduced through emergency funds allocated in the federal budget. According to sources, the government plans to formally request the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to allow the launch of the Prime Minister’s Relief Package for rehabilitation of…
At the United Nations Security Council, Pakistan welcomed US President Donald Trump’s initiative to advance a peace plan for Gaza and the broader Middle East, in coordination with eight OIC and Arab states. Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the UN, told Council members that Islamabad would actively engage in the consultative process…
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has welcomed US President Donald Trump’s 20-point plan aimed at securing a ceasefire in Gaza, calling it a vital step towards regional peace and stability. In a statement, the premier stressed that a lasting peace between Palestinians and Israel is essential not only for the people directly affected but also for ensuring…
A district and sessions court on Monday issued a non-bailable arrest warrant for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur in the audio leak case. Additional District and Sessions Judge Nasr Minallah Baloch issued the warrants and ordered authorities to arrest the KP chief executive and produce him before the court. The other suspect in…
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said that civil and military leadership are on the same page and that he and Field Marshal Asim Munir consult on all major national matters, including foreign policy.According to the report, he talked to the media in London and stated that his recent visits to New York and Washington were…
Additional Sessions Judge Lahore has dismissed PTI leader Falak Javed’s plea challenging of her five-day remand in the sessions court. Additional Sessions Judge Sajida Ahmed observed that the remand of Falak Javed was given in accordance with the law. In the court, Barrister Ali Ashfaq Advocate and Abdul Maroof Advocate appeared on behalf of Falak…
