ASTORE: The official result of the Gilgit-Baltistan by-election in Astore has not been issued despite the clear victory of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) candidate. PTI candidate Justice (retired) Khurshid Khan won the by-election in Gilgit-Baltistan Legislative Assembly’s seat GBLA-13 Astore-1. However, the Returning Officer is yet to announce the official result as PTI workers protested … Read more
PESHAWAR: Seven terrorists were killed and six others were critically injured during a gun battle with security forces in Chitral district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. According to Inter-Services Public Relations, a fire exchange took place between security forces and terrorists in Ursoon, Chitral District on September 9. It added that security troops effectively engaged the location … Read more
DUBAI: Over 3,300 Pakistani companies joined the Dubai Chamber of Commerce (DCC) in the first quarter of 2023, said the country’s top diplomat in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Pakistan’s Ambassador to UAE Faisal Niaz Tirmizi said the development reflected the dynamism of Pakistani businesses and the increasing attractiveness of the UAE as an investment … Read more
KARACHI: An influential man opened fire on a cashier of a Toll Plaza after being asked to pay toll tax, BOL News reported. The incident took place on Saturday when a man shot and injured an employee at Mockko Plaza after he was stopped for paying the toll charges. The CCTV footage of the incident … Read more
QUETTA: An operation has been launched for the recovery of six local footballers kidnapped in Sui, Dera Bugti area of Balochistan. The footballers were abducted in Jani Bair area while travelling to Sibi to participate in the qualifying round of the All Pakistan Chief Minister Gold Cup football tournament. Armed men intercepted the vehicles in … Read more
HYDERABAD: Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Sunday strongly slammed the MQM-P and said they will end the politics of Hyderabad. The PPP chairperson was addressing a gathering after inaugurating a water filtration plant to supply 6 MGD water to the city. Hyderabad Mayor Kashif Ali Shoro was also present. Bilawal said … Read more
KARACHI: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader and former SAPM Usman Dar has been arrested from Malir area of Karachi. According to reports, unidentified men in plain clothes arrested Usman Dar from Malir. His family and party have confirmed that Usman Dar was taken into custody. In a statement, the PTI spokesperson said Usman Dar was “abducted” … Read more
PESHAWAR: A Pakistan Army soldier embraced martyrdom during an exchange of fire with terrorists in Mir Ali, district North Waziristan in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. According to Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), fire exchange took place between security forces and terrorists in general area of Mir Ali. It said troops effectively engaged the location of terrorists. During an … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani said that Pakistan is pursuing pro-active diplomacy and its relations with other countries are improving. He was addressing a news conference flanked by Caretaker Interior Minister Sarfraz Ahmed Bugti and other members of the cabinet following a meeting of the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC). Jilani confirmed that … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has offered assistance to Morocco after the North African nation was struck by a massive earthquake killing scores of people and destroying buildings. In a statement, Foreign Office Spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch said the people and government stand in solidarity with Morocco and express their heartfelt sympathies and condolences at the tragic loss … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) resumed the proceedings of the 5th Apex Committee meeting on Saturday focusing on efforts to improve business and investment climate in the country. The meeting was chaired by the caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar and attended by the Chief of Army Staff, Federal Cabinet, Provincial Chief Ministers, and high-level … Read more
Ethiopian Ambassador to Pakistan called on Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani. FM Jilani said Pakistan attached great importance to “Look Africa Initiative”. He welcomed the start of the Ethiopian Airlines in Pakistan to enhance ties. ISLAMABAD: The Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia (FDRE) and Islamic Republic of Pakistan have reiterated the resolve to strengthen bilateral … Read more
KARACHI: The investigation into the sexual scandal by a principal at a private school in Gulshan-e-Hadeed revealed that the accused allegedly molested an underage girl. According to investigative sources, a new video footage of the incident shows the suspect sexually molesting a young girl hired as a maid. The girl left the school soon after … Read more
KARACHI: The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) and other agencies have geared for a crackdown against dollar smuggling and hoarding in the country to reign the price of foreign currency. The FIA, State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), and sensitive institutions are set to launch a grand operation against the hoarding of dollars. The authorities have prepared … Read more
KARACHI: The Sindh High Court (SHC) will announce its decision over appeals of five convicts against sentences in the Baldia factory fire case on September 11. A two-member bench heard the appeals of the accused challenging their conviction in the inferno case. The bench reserved verdict on appeals last week after completion of arguments. On … Read more
ISLAMABAD: A district and session court on Saturday issued non-bailable arrest warrants for the widow of renowned journalist Arshad Sharif. Judicial Magistrate Abbas Shah issued the warrants against Somia Arshad, producer Ali Usman, and sixteen others over their non-appearance before the court in the murder case. Arshad Sharif’s wife, son, producer Ali Usman and 16 … Read more
KARACHI: Two persons were killed and three others were wounded in an armed clash over a car parking issue in F.C. area of Liaquatabad, BOL News reported. The incident occurred when neighbouring families got into a heated argument over car parking leading to an exchange of fire. As a result, two people were killed and … Read more
KARACHI: Jamaat-e-Islami union councilor was shot dead and another wounded during a brawl over a ‘kunda’ (illegal electricity connections) in Surjani Town. Muhammad Habib, aged 60, councilor of UC-05 Manghopir was shot dead in Sector 4C of Surjani Town late on Thursday allegedly by power thieves. The body was moved to the Abbasi Shaheed Hospital. … Read more
Pakistan will host Global Health Security Summit later this year. Pakistan is the current chair of Global Health Security Agenda. The conference will bring together 500 participants and 70 country delegates. ISLAMABAD: Pakistan will be the first country in the world to host the Global Health Security Summit later this year. This was shared by … Read more
Shehbaz Sharif was diagnosed with rare form of cancer in 2000. He was receiving treatment from a cancer specialist in London. He was told all the tests were negative and no recurrence of cancer. LONDON: Former Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif received encouraging news after his recent tests have all shown negative results for a rare … Read more
Bilawal demanded holding elections within the constitutional limit of 90 days. Bilawal urged the ECP to announce the dates and schedule for elections. Bilawal said that puppets imposed on the country attacked sensitive military installations. ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari on Friday demanded elections to be held “as soon as possible” and … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Islamabad police have decided to enhance security in the federal capital and establish special checkpoints in various parts of the city. According to a police spokesman, it has been decided to erect special checkpoints in various areas of Islamabad and make a concerted effort to maintain more tranquility for the safety of citizens. Around … Read more
Weekly SPI increased by 0.96%. The annual inflation rate has reached 26.32%. Out of 51 items, the average price of 32 items increased. ISLAMABAD: The inflation rate increased further by 0.96% during the outgoing week ended September 7, while the annual inflation rate has reached the level of 26.32%. The Bureau of Statistics has released … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani will chair the 10th Commonwealth Youth Ministerial Meeting (CYMM) being held in London from September 12 to 15. The Commonwealth Secretariat is convening the Commonwealth Youth Ministerial Meeting as Pakistan assumes the Chair of the meeting and plays an active part in setting the agenda ahead of the Commonwealth … Read more
ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) approved the increase in power tariff for electricity consumers by Rs 1.46 per unit. According to a notification, the power regulatory authority approved the increase in power tariff under fuel adjustment charges (FAC) for the month of July. The increase would be applied to the bills for … Read more
LONDON: Federal Interior Secretary Abdullah Khan Sumbal passed away on Wednesday after a period of prolonged illness. Sumbal had been unwell for some time and was being transferred to a hospital due to his deteriorating health but succumbed to his illness on the way. He had taken charge as the interior secretary on August 20. … Read more
ISLAMABAD: The British Council has decided to reduce the examination fee to redress the concerns of parents and students that arose after the release of AS and A-Level examination results. The Ministry of Education and Professional Training said unexpected confusion and dismay among students and parents nationwide prompted the minister to take immediate action. Caretaker … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar on Wednesday directed to formulate a national industrial policy to spur economic growth and increase industrial production. He issued the directive during a briefing on the performance and targets of the Ministry of Commerce, and the Ministry of Industries and Production. He asked officers to increase the contribution of … Read more
