Tue, 21-Oct-2025

FM discuss incidents of Quran desecration in Sweden with OIC Secretary

FM Quran desecration OIC

FM Bilawal praised the OIC’s prompt response under the leadership of the Secretary-General. OIC secretary general lauded Pakistan’s efforts in combating and countering Islamophobia. FM Bilawal assured the secretary-general of Pakistan’s willingness to actively participate in all OIC initiatives. Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari engaged in a telephone conversation with Hissein Brahim Taha, the Secretary … Read more

Application for suo motu action against Islamia University scandal filed in SC Lahore Registry

Islamia University scandal

Application also demands setting up a judicial commission. Demanded strict action against the accused. Stated that the young generation is being destroyed with such activities. An application has been filed in Supreme Court Lahore Registry, for taking ssuo motu action and setting up a judicial commission against the Islamia University scandal. The application has been … Read more

Lahore ATC declare 22 PTI leaders ‘absconder’

PTI absconders

Mian Aslam, Hammad Azhar, Farrukh Habib, Zubair Niazi were declared absconders. Murad Saeed, Ali Amin Gandapur, Asad Zaman Cheema, Hasan Niazi were declared absconders. Efforts for their arrest are underway. The anti-terrorism court of Lahore has declared 22 Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leaders as absconders. In the list include Mian Aslam, Hammad Azhar, Farrukh Habib, Zubair Niazi, … Read more

PTI’s Qureshi, Asad Umar join FIA cypher probe

Qureshi Asad cypher probe

Three officers from intelligence agencies were also present during investigation. “Cypher is a reality and was a reality,” said Qureshi. PTI chairman summoned by FIA in cypher probe. PTI stalwarts Shah Mahmood Qureshi and former general secretary Asad Umar attended the Federal Investigation Authority (FIA) on Monday in response to summons regarding investigations into cypher … Read more

No power tariff increase for energy consumers up to 200 units: PM

power tariff

PM expressed his satisfaction with the strong ties between Pakistan and Azerbaijan. PM witnessed the signing of a framework agreement between SOCAR and PLL. Ambassador of Azerbaijan shared coming to Pakistan to share their knowledge and experience. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that there would be no increase in power tariff for 63% of domestic … Read more

PTI chairman challenges ban on airing speeches in LHC

PTI chairman speech ban

PTI lawyers Sulaiman Akram Raja, Sameer Khosa Advocates have filed the application Ban on chairman PTI’s speeches is a violation of fundamental rights, stance. Request court to quash PEMRA’s ban order. PTI chairman on Monday challenged the PEMRA’s move of banning speech coverage on media in the Lahore High Court. PTI chief’s lawyers Sulaiman Akram … Read more

Karachi Weather Update: Cloudy weather hint drizzle for Karachi

Karachi Rain Update

Today’s minimum temperature is record to be 28 degree Celsius. 12 people die across Sindh in rain related incidents. 133 people have lost their lives across the country since June 25. The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) reported 12 rain related deaths across Sindh out of which eight reported from Tharparker and four from Badin. … Read more

Lawyer killing case: Supreme Court restrain PTI chief’s arrest till August 9

Lawyer killing case

SC rejected Balochistan government’s request to order investigation involving PTI chief. Balochistan government lawyer urged to make PTI chief bound in joining investigation. PTI chairman surrendered before the Supreme Court. The Supreme Court of Pakistan restrained the arrest of PTI chairman in Quetta’s lawyer killing case till August 9. PTI chairmain along with his lawyer … Read more

PTI chief never joined investigation in lawyer murder case, Balochistan IG tells SC

lawyer murder case

FIR said the victim was being threatened for filing an Article VI application against the PTI chairman. Further investigation is underway in the case, report. Statements of the deceased’s wife, and two brothers have been recorded; report. Balochistan IG told the Supreme Court that the PTI chairman never joined the investigation in Quetta’s lawyer killing … Read more

Political stability key to foreign investment: PM

Political stability foreign investment

He pointed out the previous government’s initiatives in renewable energy projects. Expressed confidence in the country’s ability to overcome financial stress. PM commended the hard work and entrepreneurship of Faisalabad’s businessmen. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif called for political stability as a crucial factor in attracting foreign investment and overcoming the current economic challenges in the … Read more

14 Imambargahs in Parachinar declared highly sensitive

Parachinar Imambargah

13 Imambargahs declared sensitive. Security arrangements for Muharram have been finalized. Police personnel, FC, and security forces will be deployed for security. The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police on Sunday declared 14 Imambargahs in Parachinar as most sensitive, while 13 as sensitive. As Ashura approaches, gatherings have started commencing at 251 Imambargahs. DPO Muhammad Imran stated that … Read more

IPP will make policies for national development, long-term stability: Aleem Khan

IPP aleem khan

Promises lasting solutions for country’s progress. He called for resolute actions to secure the progress and stability of Pakistan. Khan announced the establishment of working groups dedicated to different sectors. President of the Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party (IPP) Abdul Aleem Khan, reaffirmed their commitment to formulating policies geared towards the nation’s long-term development and stability, rather than … Read more

JI Amir Siraj ul Haq says to end usury system if granted power

Siraj ul Haq

Says we elected an authoritative leader for the future of Balochistan. Said usurious system created by the Jews is still running. Crtisized that PDM, PTI want the courts to give decisions of their choice. Jamaat-e-Islami Amir Siraj-ul-Haq emphasized on ending the usury system, if granted power in future. While addressing at the election convention in … Read more

Heavy rains in KP kill four, leave one injured

KP rain

PDMA issued precautionary measures to all concerned institutions. Rescue 1122 has been actively preparing for the monsoon season. PMD predict more rains in Punjab ahead. The recent heavy rain spell in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has resulted in unfortunate consequences, as reported by the Provincial Disaster Management. Four individuals lost their lives, and one person was injured … Read more

PPP, PMLN leaders likely to hold key talks on caretaker setup in Dubai

PPP PMLN Dubai

They may also consult with PDM chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman for future political setup. Nawaz Sharif, Maryam Nawaz arrive in Dubai. Maulana Fazl earlier expressed displeasure on not being consulted in previous Dubai huddle. Sources privy to former premier Nawaz Sharif, and Senior Vice President of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) Maryam Nawaz, have arrived in … Read more

Punjab Rain Update: PMD predicts more rains in Punjab ahead

Punjab rain update

Rains to lash Punjab province from July 23 to 29. Water level in the rivers of Punjab is continuously increasing: PDMA. Risk of moderate to high level flooding in Jhelum River: PDMA. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) on Sunday predicted more rains in Punjab from July 23 to 29. Following which the Provincial Disaster Management … Read more

Pakistan embraces UN chief’s new agenda to enhance global peacebuilding efforts

Pakistan embrace UN agenda

The agenda comes amidst a challenging global landscape. The ambassador emphasizes that achieving lasting peace requires preventing global clashes between major powers. The New Agenda for Peace presents twelve concrete proposals in five priority areas. Pakistan has expressed its strong support and appreciation for UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres’ New Agenda for Peace, considering it a … Read more

Evaluate performance of PML-N, PTI govts ahead of elections: PM

PTI vs PML-N

Lamented that Nawaz Sharif’s rule was ended through a conspiracy. Highlighted the importance of uplifting the youth through various programs. PM emphasized the need to overcome economic challenges. The Prime Minister, Shehbaz Sharif, has appealed to the public to carefully assess the dismal performance of the corruption-tainted government of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) in contrast to … Read more

Human trafficker fleeing UAE arrested from Karachi airport

Human trafficker arrest

The name of the accused was added to the blacklist. Accused Naqash Khan was off-loaded from the flight. The arrested accused was handed over to the FIA Peshawar team. The Immigration Cell of the Federal Investigation Agency on Saturday detained a human smuggler escaping to UAE from the Karachi airport. Accused Naqash Khan had been … Read more

Karachi Rain Update: PMD warns of heavy rains in Karachi today

Karachi Rain Update

Warning issued for including urban flooding in certain areas. Wet conditions led to traffic congestion and frequent electricity outages. The hottest place in the province was Dadu. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has predicted that parts of the Sindh province, including Karachi, will experience additional rainfall of different strengths in the coming days. On Friday, … Read more

Streets overflow as heavy rain continue in Lahore

Lahore rain

Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA) monitor drainage operation. Citizens should avoid unnecessary travel to low-lying areas. In case of emergency dial 1122 immediately. The latest spell of monsoon rains in Punjab has left Lahore flooded due to the hours-long heavy rain. Managing Director of Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA) Ghafran Ahmed is monitoring the drainage … Read more

DIG Lahore Shariq Jamal found dead in residence

DIG Shariq Jamal dead

A woman and a man were taken into custody. Authorities have launched an immediate inquiry. Shariq Jamal’s wife registers a case of the incident. Lahore’s Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Shariq Jamal Khan was found motionless at his residence located in the DHA area during the early hours of Saturday. The police promptly transferred his body … Read more

Karachi Rangers to beef up security around Muharram gatherings, processions

Ranger security Muharram

A high-level security meeting was held at the Rangers headquarters. The law and order situation of Karachi city was reviewed in the meeting. Police, and Rangers to conduct a joint flag march in Muharram. Karachi Rangers and law enforcement agencies on Saturday agreed upon increasing security around gatherings and processions in Muharram. A high-level security … Read more

Federal govt announce two-day public holiday for Ashura

public holiday Ashura

Notification has been issued. Army to be deployed across Pakistan during Muharram. Section 144 imposed in Sindh from 1st to 10th Muharram. The federal government has officially announced public holidays on July 28 and July 29 to commemorate Ashura. Ashura is a significant day for Muslims globally, as it marks the martyrdom of Hazrat Imam … Read more

Karachi Rain Update: Heavy rainfall predicted in Karachi

Karachi Rain Update

Met Office issues fresh alert of new monsoon spell. Heavy rainfall, and thunderstorms expected in Karachi, other parts of Sindh from 21st to 23rd July. The public is urged to exercise caution and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) on Thursday issued a warning about heavy rainfall across the … Read more

Army to be deployed across Pakistan during Muharram

Army Muharram

Ministry sends letter to govts of Gilgit-Baltistan, Kashmir, four provinces. Decision taken amid security reasons in Muharram. Section 144 imposed in Sindh from 1st to 10th Muharram. Following the recent terror attacks in parts of Pakistan, the Interior Ministry has decided on the deployment of army across the country in Muharram. An official notification had … Read more

Accountability Court acquits PM, Hamza Shahbaz in money laundering case

PM Hamza money laundering case

Sigh of relief for PML-N as all charges cleared. The court announced the reserved verdict today. NAB investigators also confirmed that no evidence was found. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and his son, Hamza Shahbaz, were acquitted in the money laundering case by the accountability court in Lahore on Thursday. The court announced the verdict today … Read more