Daesh takes responsibility for attack near Damascus Shiite shrine

Damascus Shiite shrine attack

The attack claimed at least six lives. Left 20 people injured. IS also claimed responsibility for attacking a bus carrying Shiite pilgrims. The Daesh group has claimed responsibility for a bombing Sayeda Zeinab shrine south of the Syrian capital, Damascus, that killed at least six people and injured 20 others. The explosion happened close to … Read more

FM to embark on official visit to UAE tomorrow

FM visit UAE

FM will hold a meeting with his UAE counterpart Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Minister likely to attend unveiling ceremony of wax figure of Benazir Bhutto at Madame Tussauds. Both countries aim to strengthen their economic partnership. Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari is scheduled to make an official visit to the United Arab Emirates … Read more

Lahore Rain Update: Heavy rain, thunderstorm hit Lahore, other parts of Punjab

Lahore Rain Update

Chief meteorologist says fresh monsoon spell may begin from Aug 1. 95 feeders of LESCO have tripped, resulting in power outages in different parts of Lahore. Authorities are preparing for possible urban flooding during the upcoming spell of monsoon rains in August. Amidst the current monsoon season, Lahore is experiencing heavy rain and thunderstorms in … Read more

Chinese deputy PM to celebrate 10th anniversary of CPEC in Pakistan

CPEC 10th anniversary

Chinese Deputy Premier Lifeng is set to arrive in Pakistan on a three-day official visit on July 30th. Lifeng will be accompanied by a high-level delegation. He will meet PM Shehbaz and review ongoing cooperation, and progress related to the CPEC. Chinese Deputy Prime Minister Lifeng is set to arrive in Pakistan on a three-day … Read more

Security forces kill three terrorists in South Waziristan, Khyber: ISPR

terrorists South Waziristan Khyber

Weapons and ammunition were recovered. The terrorists were actively involved in perpetrating terrorist activities against security forces. Security forces stand firm against the menace of terrorism. Security forces killed three terrorists during successful operations in Khyber and South Waziristan districts. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), one of the terrorists was killed during an … Read more

Ashura processions end peacefully across country

Ashura

Over 400 streets and roads were closed in Karachi. Upto 2,500 soldiers including snipers deployed for security . The devotees set up sabels and food counters along procession route. KARACHI: The countrywide mourning processions in connection with Yaum e Ashur concluded peacefully across the country including Karachi amid tight security. In Karachi, the main procession … Read more

PM says sacrifice of Imam Hussain (RA) reminds Muslims to stand against tyranny

Imam Hussain (RA)

Said Imam’s martyrdom epitomizes unwavering faith, piety, and the struggle for justice. Added that his sacrifice transcends time, borders, and generations. The premier prayed for Allah Almighty’s blessings upon the nation and the Muslim Ummah. In observance of Youm e Ashura, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif conveyed a significant message highlighting the enduring lesson derived from … Read more

SC fixes in-chamber appeal to withdraw contempt petition against Justice Isa for hearing

SC in-chamber appeal

Chief Justice Umar Ata Bandial will hear the in-chamber appeal on July 31. Lawyer Riaz Hanif Rahi had filed a contempt of court petition against Justice Qazi Faiz Isa. The Registrar’s Office Supreme Court had raised objections to the application. The Supreme Court of Pakistan has fixed the in-chamber appeal to withdraw the contempt petition … Read more

The world is now entering an era of ‘global boiling’: says UN chief

global boiling

Guterres expressed deep concern about the current state of climate change. He called on political leaders to take immediate and decisive action to combat climate change. Stressed that there is no room for hesitancy, excuses, or waiting for others to act first. UN Secretary-General António Guterres declared that the era of global warming has come … Read more

People of Balochistan have first right on province’s resources: PM

PM Balochistan

PM inaugurated and laid the foundation for various development projects. PM reiterated that progress of Pakistan is closely tied to the progress of Balochistan. Believed that the future of Balochistan and Pakistan is in capable and responsible hands. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif recently visited Gwadar in Balochistan, where he emphasized that the people of Balochistan … Read more

10 suspected terrorists apprehended by CTD in Punjab IBOs

Punjab terrorist arrest

Explosive materials, detonators, and weapons have been seized. All of the suspects are affiliated with banned organizations. Investigation with the arrested terrorists are underway. A secret operation was carried out by the Punjab Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) on Friday, resulting in the arrest of 10 suspected terrorists in different cities within the province. According to … Read more

Eight dacoits gunned down in Katcha operation

Katcha operation

A joint operation was conducted by the Sindh and Punjab police. Sindh and Punjab police had offered a substantial reward for aiding their capture. During the intense encounter, two children were caught in the crossfire and sustained injuries. In a collaborative effort between the Sindh and Punjab police, a joint operation was carried out in … Read more

Punjab Rain Update: PMD predicts heavy rains across Punjab on 9, 10 Muharram

Punjab Rain Update

Management of Muharram processions should take protective measures keeping in mind the weather severity. There is a risk of flooding in the hilly areas of Dera Ghazi Khan. Crossing rivers and streams should be avoided as much as possible. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has predicted heavy rains in Punjab on Muharram 9th and 10th. … Read more

Muharram 9 processions commence across country under strict security

Muharram 9 procession

Several routes cordoned off, phone services partially suspended. Pillion riding has also been banned in most major cities and towns as a precaution. CCTV cameras have been installed to monitor the procession. On Muharram 9, people all over the country are holding processions to honor the memory of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA), his family, and … Read more

Rana Ansar of MQM-P elected Sindh Assembly opposition leader

Rana Ansar opposition leader

She replaced PTI’s Haleem Adil Shaikh. Rana is the first woman to hold this position in the house. Rana Ansar highlighted the challenges faced by the people of Sindh. Rana Ansar, an MPA from the Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P), has been chosen as the new Leader of Opposition in the Sindh Assembly, taking over from … Read more

Bilawal discuss bilateral cooperation in various sectors with Russian FM

Bilawal Russian FM

The ministers had a telephone conversation on Wednesday. FM Bilawal extended an invitation to Foreign Minister Lavrov to visit Pakistan. Bilawal informed his Russian counterpart about his discussions on the BSGI. Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari and Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov exchanged views on bilateral matters and increasing cooperation in various areas. During a … Read more

Accountability court extend Interim bail of PTI chief, Bushra Bibi in Toshakhana, Al-Qadir cases

Court says parties will have to give final arguments on interim bail on July 31. Court approved Bushra Bibi’s request for exemption from appearing today. PTI chairman was arrested on May 9 in Al-Qadir Trust scandal. The accountability court on Wednesday granted an extension of the interim bail for PTI chairman and his wife Bushra … Read more

Mobile, internet service suspended in Quetta amid Muharram

Quetta internet service

Internet and cellular services will remain suspended on 7, 9, and 10 Muharram. Action is taken to maintain law and order. Public holidays have been declared by the federal government on July 28 and 29. Balochistan’s capital authorities have made the decision to suspend mobile services on Muharram 9 and 10 (July 28 and July … Read more