PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur on Saturday said the Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf would continue their protest at D-Chowk in Islamabad until the federal government met its demands, including the unconditional release of incarcerated party chief Imran Khan and other political prisoners, and the return of the people’s stolen mandate to it. In a video message, the chief minister warned that if any harm was caused to the participants of the PTI’s protest in Islamabad today (Sunday), the federal government would be responsible. He said the people from across the country should reach D-Chowk to participate in Sunday’s demonstration, while oversees Pakistanis should stage protests in their respective countries. “Our major demands include the unconditional release of PTI founder Imran Khan, other leaders, and party activists, and the return of voters’ mandate stolen from us [PTI], and the supremacy of the Constitution,” he said. CM says PTI will ‘go to every extent’ to protect Constitution Mr Gandapur said Imran was fighting for the rights of people and not himself, so people should join the D-Chowk protest at his call. He said the PTI chief was imprisoned for no offence. “People should come out to protest the federal government’s fascism and cruelties against our leadership and workers,” he said. The chief minister said the PTI would go to every extent to protect the Constitution and ensure the country’s “true independence.” “We will remove all hurdles to make it to D-Chowk,” he said. Mr Gandapur urged the law-enforcement and paramilitary forces, deployed in Islamabad and Punjab, not to follow the “illegal” orders of their high-ups regarding PTI activists and perform their duties in line with their oaths. Provincial higher education minister Meena Khan Afridi told Dawn that PTI workers and supporters from across the province would join the Islamabad protest in large numbers. “We all will assemble at the MPA and MNA constituency levels on Sunday morning before leaving for the toll plaza of the Peshawar-Islamabad Motorway for march on Islamabad,” he said. Mr Afridi said the PTI processions from Peshawar and Malakand regions would converge on the motorway in Swabi before leaving for Islamabad, while the PTI rally from southern areas would use the Haqla-Dera Ismail Khan Motorway to go to the federal capital. He added that the vehicular convoys from Hazara region would enter Punjab by the Hazara Expressway. Meanwhile, adviser to the chief minister on information and public relations Barrister Mohammad Ali Saif condemned the blocking of the roads to Islamabad and said the “fake” federal government had sealed Islamabad, confirming the success of the PTI’s protest. In a statement issued here, Mr Saif said roadblocks had cut off Islamabad from other cities of the country. He said that instead of making the people’s lives miserable, the federal government should return their electoral mandate to the PTI. “Closure of motorways and highways in Punjab is a manifestation of the success of our protest,” he said. Also in the day, the PTI held a workers convention in Kohat in connection with its protest planned for Sunday in Islamabad. At the hujra of law minister Aftab Alam Afridi, the party leaders said the march on Islamabad would prove the last nail in the coffin of PM Shehbaz Sharif’s government having a fake public mandate. They said a large rally led by the local lawmakers would leave from Kohat for Islamabad. Noted among speakers were minister Aftab Afridi and former federal minister Shehryar Afridi. In Swabi, advisers to the chief minister Rangaiz Khan and Abdul Karim told reporters that the PTI leadership and activists from the province were committed to reaching Islamabad by removing obstacles put up by the federal and Punjab government. Other PTI leaders, including former National Assembly speaker Asad Qaiser, irrigation minister Aqibullah Khan, former elementary and secondary education Faisal Khan Tarakai, MNA Shahram Khan Tarakai, said the party had finalised arrangements for participation in D-Chowk protest, with both leadership and workers committed to reach Islamabad.
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No ban on airing Imran Khan’s name: PEMRA
LAHORE: The Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) has submitted a written… -
Karachi airport attack mastermind arrested
KARACHI: Sindh Home Minister Ziaul Hassan Lanjar on Monday claimed that four suspects, inc… -
PM Shehbaz to visit Baku for Climate Action Summit tomorrow
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will visit Baku, Azerbaijan, on Tuesday to partic… -
Interior minister vows stronger security in Balochistan after Quetta attack
QUETTA: In response to escalating terrorist activity in Balochistan, Interior Minister Moh… -
PM Shehbaz departs for Saudi Arabia to join Arab-Islamic Summit
ISLAMABAD: PM Shehbaz also left for Saudi Arabia on Sunday to attend the Arab-Islamic Summ… -
PM Shehbaz vows to eliminate terrorism in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday commended Pakistan’s security for… -
Imran to give final protest call this month: Gandapur
SWABI: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur has asked the PTI workers to … -
Six militants killed as infiltration attempt foiled in North Waziristan
NORTH WAZIRISTAN / SOUTH WAZIRISTAN: Six suspected militants were killed and three others … -
Dar in Saudi Arabia for OIC ministers’ meeting
ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar left for Saudi Arabia on Saturday to attend a meetin… -
PTI anticipates, ministers deny Trump’s influence in Imran’s release
WASHINGTON: Since Donald Trump’s election to the White House, US media have highlighted th… -
Section 144 imposed in Rawalpindi amid PTI’s rally
RAWALPINDI: In response to Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) grand rally in Swabi tod… -
Nation honors Allama Iqbal on birth anniversary
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is observing the 147th birth anniversary of its national philosopher a… -
Tarar claims militants returned by Imran invloved in recent attacks
LAHORE: Information Minister Attaullah Tarar criticised former prime minister Imran Khan f… -
Quetta railway station blast kills 25, injures over 50
QUETTA: A suicide bombing at the Quetta Railway Station has resulted in the deaths of at l… -
SJC to widen consultations on ‘meddling’ claims
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) on Friday reviewed the March 25 letter from … -
£190m case against Imran, Bushra nearing verdict
ISLAMABAD: The high-profile 190 million pound case involving the former prime minister Imr… -
Rana Sanaullah suggests Imran-Aafia exchange if US is willing
ISLAMABAD: Advisor to the Prime Minister on Political Affairs, Rana Sanaullah, has dismiss… -
Imran’s Indictment in GHQ attack case postponed
RAWALPINDI: An anti-terrorism court (ATC) in Rawalpindi on Friday once again deferred the … -
UAE aims to boost investments in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has expressed a strong interest in expanding its… -
Govt unveils winter power relief package
ISLAMABAD: The Power Division on Friday announced a power relief scheme — called the “Bijl… -
Mengal, Dawar, others move SC to challenge 26th Amendment, demand probe into alleged vote coercion
ISLAMABAD: Several renowned former parliamentarians, as well as a former president of the … -
Govt aims for $25bn in IT exports within 3 years: PM Shehbaz
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday reiterated the government’s resolve to … -
Punjab shuts parks, museums to public as air quality worsens
LAHORE: The Punjab government on Friday barred the public from entering public parks, zoos… -
Pakistan seeks stronger ties with Trump administration
ISLAMABAD: The Foreign Office on Thursday emphasised that ‘non-interference’ should be the… -
4 FC Personnel Martyred in South Waziristan Attack
SOUTH WAZIRISTAN/KHYBER: At least Seven people, including four Frontier Corps personnel, l… -
PM Reassures China on Strengthened Security Measures
ISLAMABAD: The prime minister visited the Chinese Embassy in Islamabad to condemn a firing… -
FO Dismisses Claims of Interference in Pakistan’s Internal Affairs
ISLAMABAD: The Foreign Office has stated that speculations regarding interference in Pakis… -
Army Chief Commends Saudi Arabia’s ‘Unwavering Support’ for Pakistan
RAWALPINDI: Chief of Army Staff Gen Syed Asim Munir on Wednesday expressed his gratitude t… -
PTI felicitates Trump for winning ‘against all odds’
LAHORE: Former prime minister Imran Khan on Wednesday congratulated US president-elect Don… -
Trump Triumphs: Sweeps 2024, Defeats Harris
PALM BEACH (Florida): “America has given us an unprecedented and powerful mandate,” US Pre… -
Masked men ‘abducted’ MNA in raid, alleges PTI
ISLAMABAD: The PTI leadership on Wednesday denounced the “abduction” of party MNA Khawaja … -
Kashmir, Palestine crises reveal gaps in global peacekeeping: Army Chief
ISLAMABAD: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir on Monday said that the plig… -
Govt passes bills in NA, Senate on SC judge strength, armed forces’ chiefs term
ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly on Monday passed six bills, including one seeking an incr… -
State Bank of Pakistan slashes policy rate to 15%
KARACHI: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) announced a 250-basis-point cut in its policy ra… -
Not every case needs a constitutional bench: Justice Mansoor
ISLAMABAD: Supreme Court (SC) judge Justice Mansoor Ali Shah on Monday opposed transferrin… -
Verdict reserved on Imran, Bushra bail pleas in multiple cases
ISLAMABAD: The district and sessions court in Islamabad on Monday reserved its verdict on … -
Iran’s top diplomat to visit Islamabad
ISLAMABAD: Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is expected to travel to Islamabad… -
NA poised to pass bills on SC powers, suspect detention
ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly, which meets again today (Monday), is expected to pass… -
Privacy concerns drive Nawaz to seek treatment outside UK
LONDON: Former prime minister and PML-N president Nawaz Sharif returned to London over the… -
Non-bailable warrants issued for PTI’s Murad Saeed, Hammad Azhar, others
LAHORE: An anti-terrorism court in Lahore has issued non-bailable arrest warrants for key … -
IHC to hear Imran’s bail plea in gifts case on 4th
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has removed the objections raised by its registr… -
KP ‘willing to exceed Rs10bn’ bid for PIA stake
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has formally conveyed to the federal governme… -
PIA stake sale gets single Rs10 billion bid, below government threshold
ISLAMABAD: The final bidding process for the privatisation of Pakistan International Airli… -
India denies allegations against Amit Shah in Canadian anti-Sikh attack plot
ISLAMABAD: India on Saturday denied home minister Amit Shah had plotted to target Sikh act… -
Mastung blast targeting children, public registered as terrorism case
QUETTA: The Quetta Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) has registered a terrorism case over… -
Ordinance to expand top judge’s powers reaches Senate
ISLAMABAD: A controversial ordinance promulgated by President Asif Ali Zardari in Septembe… -
Bill proposes ‘preventive detention’ for terror suspects
ISLAMABAD: In a significant move, the government on Friday quietly introduced a crucial bi… -
Qatar pledges $3b investment after PM’s visit: Information Minister
ISLAMABAD: Information Minister Attaullah Tarar announced that Qatar has pledged to invest… -
SC rulings can delay cases up to 18 years: CJ Afridi
ISLAMABAD: Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, Yahya Afridi, has stated that even a single… -
US State Dept dismisses Khosa’s claim Trump’s return could free Imran Khan
WASHINGTON: The United States has reiterated its non-involvement in Pakistan’s internal po… -
Mastung blast kills 9, injures 29; CM Bugti condemns attack on children
QUETTA: Nine people, including five children, were killed in Mastung district on Friday wh… -
Bill to increase judges’ count dropped from NA agenda
ISLAMABAD: The government has decided to defer the introduction of a key bill — seeking to… -
Punjab Assembly speaker calls for secretary’s removal over absenteeism
LAHORE: In a rare move in recent parliamentary history, Punjab Assembly Speaker Malik Muha… -
Prison directed to provide Imran with all allowed facilities
ISLAMABAD: Justice Arbab Mohammad Tahir of the Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Thursday dir… -
FO puzzled by concerns over Chinese security
ISLAMABAD: In a rare public response to concerns raised over the security of Chinese natio… -
PTI to launch nationwide protests, rallies with allies
RAWALPINDI: PTI leader Asad Qaiser has stated that efforts will be made to unite all parti… -
Court warns of bail cancellation for Bushra Bibi over lawyers’ absence
ISLAMABAD: An accountability court expressed strong displeasure over the absence of Bushra… -
IHC permits Ali Amin Gandapur to meet Imran without prior request
The Islamabad High Court has disposed of the request from the Chief Minister of Khyber Pak… -
Blue World City offers Rs10 billion bid for PIA
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) on Thursday received a Rs10 billion b… -
PM Shehbaz invites Qatari investors to explore opportunities in Pakistan
DOHA: Aiming to secure more investment, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday invited … -
Aleema says Imran will never strike a deal
ISLAMABAD: Imran Khan has reiterated his stance saying he will never make a deal with anyo… -
Three security personnel martyred in Bannu shootout
LAKKI MARWAT/QUETTA: Three security men, including an army major, embraced martyrdom in a … -
Lahore enforces ‘green lockdown’ to combat smog
LAHORE: The Punjab government imposed a “green lockdown” in designated smog hotspots acros… -
Imran Khan to receive GHQ attack case documents on Nov 8
RAWALPINDI: Anti-terrorism court in Rawalpindi will distribute case documents to Pakistan … -
Chinese envoy voices concern over CPEC security gaps
ISLAMABAD: In a rare public rebuff, the Chinese envoy to Pakistan on Tuesday said that two… -
Saudi investment minister says 34 MoUs signed with Pakistan
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Minister for Investment Sheikh Khalid Bin Abdul Aziz Al Faleh on We… -
PTI warns ‘mistreatment’ of Imran will backfire on govt
PESHAWAR / ISLAMABAD: Imran Khan’s sisters complained about the treatment being meted out… -
CM Maryam urges Pakistani, Indian Punjabs to join forces against smog
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz on Wednesday reiterated her call for climate di… -
BNP-M expels two senators over defiance in key vote
ISLAMABAD: The Balochistan National Party-Mengal (BNP-M) has ‘expelled’ its two senato… -
Dar announces arrests linked to attacks on Chinese nationals
ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Tuesday announced break… -
Punjab officials issued notice over revoking Imran Khan’s jail amenities
ISLAMABAD: Islamabad High Court (IHC) has issued notices to the interior secretary, secret… -
Pakistan, Russia explore expanded military cooperation, joint drills
RAWALPINDI: A high-level Russian delegation, led by Deputy Defence Minister Colonel Genera… -
PM Shehbaz champions AI innovation at Riyadh investment conference
RIYADH: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday championed the use of artificial intellig… -
SC adopts Justice Mansoor Ali Shah’s backlog reduction plan
ISLAMABAD: A full court meeting of the Supreme Court on Monday adopted the Case Management… -
JUI-F convenes top leaders amid talk of new amendment
ISLAMABAD: As murmurs about another constitutional amendment gain strength, the JUI-F has … -
President Zardari seeks Russian support for Pakistan’s Brics bid
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari on Monday expressed hopes for Russian support for Pa… -
PTI decides to become part of Judicial Commission of Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: The PTI has announced officially joining the Judicial Commission of Pakistan (J… -
Reserved seats: PTI approaches SC for contempt proceedings against ECP
ISLAMABAD: The PTI submitted a contempt petition in the Supreme Court on Monday against th… -
PM Shehbaz to embark on 2-day visit to Saudi Arabia for Future Investment Initiative
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will visit Saudi Arabia to attend the 8th Edition… -
Ruling allies gearing up for another amendment?
LAHORE: After seeing the 26th Amendment to its logical conclusion, the ruling coalition is… -
NA speaker says no ‘agents’ present on parliament premises
KARACHI: National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq has said that he would not act on the Suprem… -
Ex-CJP Isa in PTI crosshairs as UK MPs raise Imran’s predicament
LONDON: After lobbying UK parliamentarians to write to their government about Imran Khan’s… -
Nawaz to leave for US from London today
LONDON: Former premier and PML-N president Nawaz Sharif is set to depart today (Monday) fr… -
Aurangzeb anticipates increased investment in next CPEC phase
WASHINGTON: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has said that the China-Pakistan Economic … -
President, PM reaffirm ‘unwavering’ support for Kashmiris
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have called upon t… -
Bilawal, PM Shehbaz hail historic passage of 26th Amendment
LAHORE: PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has described the passage of the 26th Constitu… -
Non-filers to be barred from buying property, vehicles: Finance Minister
WASHINGTON: Pakistan’s Finance Minister, Muhammad Aurangzeb, announced restrictions on pro… -
Six security personnel among eight martyred in North Waziristan suicide blast
NORTH WAZIRISTAN / PESHAWAR: At least eight people, including four policemen and two secur… -
PTI disowns plea filed in IHC on Imran’s behalf
ISLAMABAD: In a surprising turn of events, the Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf on Saturday dista… -
New challenge to 26th Amendment filed in SHC
KARACHI: A petition filed in the Sindh High Court (SHC) on Saturday challenged the 26th Co… -
26th Amendment blocks intervention avenues: Rana Sanaullah
LAHORE: Former law minister and PML-N’s Punjab chapter president Rana Sanaullah has said t… -
Islamabad think tank hires US lobbyist for $1.5m annually
WASHINGTON: An Islamabad-based national security think tank has engaged a new lobbying fir… -
Iran envoy commends Pakistanis’ concern over Mideast crisis
ISLAMABAD: Tehran’s ambassador to Islamabad on Friday commended the Pakistani public for i… -
Justice Mansoor skips farewell for CJP Isa, citing judicial compromises
ISLAMABAD: Senior puisne judge Justice Syed Mansoor Ali Shah skipped a full court referenc… -
JUI-F chief labels assembly ‘illegitimate,’ calls for fresh elections
KHUSHAB: Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman reiterated his demand fo… -
PM Shehbaz condemns Israeli strikes on Iran, warns of regional peace threat
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan condemned Israel’s strikes on Iran, with Prime Minister Shehbaz … -
Nawaz departs abroad, Maryam to leave next month
LAHORE: PML-N President Nawaz Sharif has finally left for London for “recreation and some … -
Zain Qureshi resigns as PTI deputy leader amid loyalty probe
ISLAMABAD: PTI MNA Zain Qureshi stepped down on Saturday as the party’s deputy parliamenta… -
Justice Yahya Afridi sworn in as 30th Chief Justice of Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: Justice Yahya Afridi was sworn in as the 30th Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) o… -
BRICS countries join hands to promote green, low-carbon development
In the town of Postmasburg in Northern Cape Province of South Africa, where there are abun… -
An invitation from Kazan, Russia
Kazan, the capital city of Russia’s Republic of Tatarstan, is a city rich in history… -
To carry forward Shanghai Spirit and strengthen solidarity, coordination
“Carrying forward the Shanghai Spirit: SCO in Action.” This is a slogan raised… -
SC holds full court reference to bid farewell to CJP Qazi Faez Isa
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court on Friday held a full court reference to bid outgoing Chief J… -
PM Shehbaz praises Punjab police for neutralizing 10 terrorists in Mianwali
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday praised Punjab police for successfully … -
ATC grants bail to Imran’s sisters Uzma, Aleema in D-Chowk protest case
ISLAMABAD: The Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) Islamabad on Friday granted bail to PTI founder … -
Two LHC judges reassigned; IHC’s Justice Sattar set to return on 30th
RAWALPINDI: Two senior judges of Lahore High Court (LHC) Rawalpindi bench have been transf… -
CJP-designate Afridi plans new policy for bench formation
ISLAMABAD: In line with the 26th Amendment that entailed the formation of constitutional b… -
SC petitioned to annul 26th amendments
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court was approached on Thursday against the 26th Amendment and for… -
IHC judges issue split rulings on Imran’s jail access
ISLAMABAD: Two benches of the Islamabad High Court (IHC) issued contrasting rulings on i… -
Akhtar Mengal booked for ‘scuffle’ with Senate security
ISLAMABAD: Days after Balochistan National Party (BNP-M) chief Akhtar Mengal was ‘expelled… -
Pakistan seeks $1bn from IMF to address external economic woes
WASHINGTON: Pakistan is targeting around $1 billion in a formal request for funding from t… -
Foreign Office dismisses OHCHR’s concerns on amendment, calls for attention to global rights abuses
ISLAMABAD: The Foreign Office of Pakistan rejected a statement made by the High Commission… -
JI to challenge 26th Constitutional Amendment in court
ISLAMABAD: Jamaat-e-Islami Pakistan (JI) chief Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman has criticised the go… -
US lawmakers urge Biden to push Pakistan for Imran Khan’s release
ISLAMABAD: Around 60 Democratic lawmakers from the US House of Representatives have writte… -
Barrister Gohar dismisses claims of deal for Bushra’s release
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar stated that if Bushra Bi… -
Bilawal credits CJP Isa for 26th amendment passage
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan People’s Party Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari stated that the a… -
Bushra Bibi released after 9 months as court grants bail in Toshakhana case
ISLAMABAD: A high-value target was among nine militants killed during an intelligence-base… -
High-value target among 9 terrorists killed in Bajaur operation: ISPR
RAWALPINDI: A high-value target was among nine militants killed during an intelligence-bas… -
PM Shehbaz condemns global silence on Gaza, vows full support for Palestinian students in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has warmly welcomed a group of Palestinian studen… -
Pakistan gets ‘promising response’ from China over debt refiling: FinMin
WASHINGTON: Pakistan is advancing economic ties with China, Saudi Arabia, and Turkiye, as … -
Bushra Bibi granted bail in new Toshakhana case
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Wednesday granted bail to Bushra Bibi, the wi… -
UN rights chief warns 26th Amendment threatens judicial independence
NEW YORK: United Nations Human Rights chief Volker Turk was “concerned” that the 26th cons… -
NA speaker orders investigation into alleged spies presence
ISLAMABAD: National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq on Tuesday ordered an inquiry into the all… -
Justice Yahya Afridi to be sworn in as CJP on Oct 26
ISLAMABAD: Justice Yahya Afridi, who was nominated by a Special Parliamentary Committee (S… -
PTI serves notices to four ‘potential defectors’
ISLAMABAD: The PTI on Tuesday issued show-cause notices to four lawmakers who reportedly w… -
Committee meeting to nominate next CJP postponed to tonight after PTI misses session
ISLAMABAD: A meeting of the newly appointed Special Parliamentary Committee (SPC) to nomin… -
CJP Isa states reserved seats verdict implementation not mandatory
ISLAMABAD: Chief Justice of Pakistan Qazi Faez Isa on Tuesday said that the implementation… -
Lawyers demand new ‘judicial movement’
KARACHI: Lawyers’ leaders have vowed to launch a protest movement against the 26th Constit… -
SC dismisses review plea in PTI’s ‘bat’ symbol case
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court on Monday rejected Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf’s petition seek… -
PTI gears up for ‘do or die’ protest against amendment
LAHORE/PESHAWAR: The PTI has vowed to launch a decisive movement against the 26th Constitu… -
PTI to take legal action against ‘defectors’
ISLAMABAD: Opposition PTI on Monday decided to take legal action against its lawmakers who… -
Imran asks IHC to allow check-up by personal doctors
ISLAMABAD: Former prime minister and founder of Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) Imran Khan … -
Islamabad ATC initiates process to declare KP CM proclaimed offender
ISLAMABAD: The Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Islamabad on Monday initiated the process of … -
PTI’s Hamid Khan vows to challenge constitutional amendments in court
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) lawyer Hamid Khan has announced that the party w… -
26th Amendment mandates Riba elimination by 2028
ISLAMABAD: In a historic move towards promoting Islamic finance, Pakistan’s Parliament has… -
26th Constitutional Amendment revamps CJP selection process
ISLAMABAD: Following the ratification of the 26th Constitutional Amendment, a new selectio… -
Jurisdiction question to ‘arise daily’ in SC after new constitutional bench law: Justice Shah
ISLAMABAD: On the heels of the 26th Amendment’s passage, Justice Mansoor Ali Shah on Monda… -
NA Speaker requests Senate Chairman to provide names for CJP appointment committee
ISLAMABAD: The process for appointing Pakistan’s next Chief Justice has officially b… -
Jamaat-e-Islami considers challenging 26th Constitutional Amendment
ISLAMABAD: Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) chief Hafiz Naeemur Rehman has indicated that his party is… -
Gandapur vows action against those supporting govt on constitutional amendment
PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur has issued a stern warning t… -
PTI vows to reverse ‘unconstitutional’ amendments when in power: Barrister Saif
ISLAMABAD: Barrister Muhammad Ali Khan Saif, the Information Advisor of Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa… -
President signs 26th Constitutional Amendment into law
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari, has officially approved the 26th constitutional ame… -
Senate approves 26th Amendment Bill sans PTI
ISLAMABAD: After several delays, the Senate commenced voting on the 26th Constitutional Am… -
PTI to boycott constitutional amendment vote
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has decided to boycott the voting process in… -
Maulana Fazlur Rehman to back 26th Constitutional Amendment
ISLAMABAD: Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman has assured the g… -
Federal cabinet greenlights 26th Constitutional Amendment
ISLAMABAD: The Federal Cabinet has approved the 26th Constitutional Amendment bill during … -
Tarar says alternatives exist for constitutional amendments’ approval
ISLAMABAD: Federal Information Minister Attaullah Tarar has stated that there are alternat… -
CJP angry over ‘clarification’ on reserved seats ruling
ISLAMABAD: Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Qazi Faez Isa took exception for the second tim… -
PTI calls for larger bench in ‘bat’ symbol review case
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) on Saturday moved a fresh application before… -
Imran, Gandapur acquitted in May 25 protests cases
ISLAMABAD: In a significant development, a local court of Islamabad on Saturday acquitted … -
CPEC’s eastern route deemed most beneficial for regional connectivity
ISLAMABAD: The eastern route of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) has been found… -
Govt confident of having numbers to pass constitutional package
ISLAMABAD: Ministers of the federal government on Saturday claimed it had the required num… -
Forces arrest 5 terrorists, kill 2 in Balochistan operations
RAWALPINDI: Security forces conducted a successful intelligence-based operation in Distric… -
PTI supports Fazl on constitutional amendments following Adiala meeting with Imran
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan revealed on Sa… -
Akhtar Mengal claims ‘our senators were abducted,’ rejects support for constitutional amendments
ISLAMABAD: Akhtar Mengal, leader of the Balochistan National Party (BNP), has alleged that… -
Bilawal warns of ‘brute majority’, calls for opposition backing on amendment
HYDERABAD: In a hard-hitting speech on Friday, PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari warned … -
Constitutional amendments requires Imran Khan’s approval: Gohar
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Barrister Gohar Ali Khan said on Friday t… -
Election law changes won’t reverse reserved seats ruling: SC
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court on Friday clarified that changes to the election laws could n… -
Committee unanimously approves constitutional package, claims PPP’s Khursheed Shah
ISLAMABAD: Senior PPP leader Syed Khursheed Ahmed Shah, who is spearheading a special parl… -
PM Shehbaz urges President Biden to grant Dr Aafia Siddiqui humanitarian pardon
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has requested that US President Joe Biden pardon … -
No student provided evidence of alleged Lahore rape, Punjab lawyer informs LHC
LAHORE: Punjab’s state counsel told the Lahore High Court (LHC) on Friday that students al… -
Opposition fumes over ‘arm-twisting’ on constitutional changes
ISLAMABAD: Members of opposition parties in both houses of parliament on Thursday decried … -
BNP denounces ‘raid’ on Akhtar Mengal’s residence
ISLAMABAD / QUETTA: The Balochistan National Party leadership on Thursday condemned a late… -
SC shuts dam fund, transfers funds to national kitty
ISLAMABAD: The apex court on Thursday finally ordered the closure of the Supreme Court of … -
Shehbaz, Zardari discuss constitutional amendments in key meeting
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has met with President Asif Ali Zardari at the Pr… -
India denies reports of Dar-Jaishankar talks on cricket ties
DELHI/ISLAMABAD: India’s foreign ministry spokesman Randhir Jaiswal on Thursday dismissed … -
SC dismisses lawyers’ plea against constitutional amendments upon withdrawal
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court on Thursday disposed of a petition seeking a declaration that… -
Over 250 arrested as alleged Lahore rape protests spread to Rawalpindi
LAHORE/RAWALPINDI: At least 250 violent protesters were arrested in Rawalpindi as police u… -
PTI announces protests against constitutional amendment tomorrow
LAHORE: The PTI’s political committee announced on Wednesday that it would oppose the cons… -
Jati Umra meeting edges closer to ‘consensus’
LAHORE: In a meeting at Jati Umra, the residence of the Sharif family in Lahore, the rulin… -
PTI seeks more time to submit amendment draft
ISLAMABAD: A special committee reviewing proposed constitutional amendments gave more time… -
Rape protests rock Punjab: guard killed, campuses torched
LAHORE/GUJRAT: The agitation over the alleged rape incident in Lahore also spread to sever… -
India commits to working with Pakistan during SCO leadership tenure: Jaishankar
ISLAMABAD: Indian Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar has highlighted the importance of address… -
Imran Khan drops out of Oxford chancellor race as finalists named
ISLAMABAD: PTI founder Imran Khan is not part of the race to become Oxford University̵… -
Khawaja Asif criticizes Jemima Goldsmith for tweet on Imran Khan’s health
ISLAMABAD: Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has sharply criticised Jemima Goldsmith after she… -
Jaishankar departs after SCO summit, thanks Pakistan for warm hospitality
ISLAMABAD: Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has left Pakistan after attendin… -
PM Shehbaz calls for investment in regional connectivity as SCO summit wraps up in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif called for investing in the region’s collective c… -
CM Punjab Maryam Nawaz calls Lahore college rape allegations ‘fabricated’
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz on Wednesday dismissed “rumours spread on socia… -
PPP, JUI-F agree on constitutional package
KARACHI: The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) and Jamiat Ulema-i-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) reached … -
China calls for stricter measures to safeguard workers
ISLAMABAD: Chinese Prime Minister Li Qiang emphasised on Tuesday that Pakistan remains a k… -
Lawyers warn of nationwide protests over constitutional amendments
KARACHI: Lawyers across Pakistan have come together on a unified platform to oppose propos… -
Punjab CM forms 7-member panel to probe alleged rape case
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has constituted a seven-member committee to inv… -
Barrister Gohar confirms doctors permitted to visit Imran in jail
ISLAMABAD: PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar confirmed on Tuesday that doctors have been allowe… -
PM Shehbaz hosts SCO dinner, welcomes state dignitaries
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif welcomed foreign dignitaries, including India’s M… -
Pakistan strengthens regional ties with Tajikistan, Belarus, Kyrgyzstan at SCO summit
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif engaged in multiple high-level bilateral meetings… -
Pakistan, China vow to strengthen strategic cooperation
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and China on Tuesday reaffirmed their commitment to deepen the strateg… -
Pakistan, Russia launch joint military drill ‘Druzbha VII’ at Pabbi
RAWALPINDI: Pakistan and Russia have commenced a joint military exercise codenamed Druzhba… -
Government touts ‘broad consensus’ on amendments
ISLAMABAD: As the government and opposition parties inch towards consensus on the constitu… -
Indian journalist Barkha Dutt meets Nawaz Sharif, Maryam
ISLAMABAD: Indian journalist Barkha Dutt met with former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and P… -
PTI presses on with D-Chowk protest
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) is intensifying preparations for a large-scale p… -
Bilawal vows no compromise on judicial reforms
KARACHI: Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has asserted that ju… -
JUI-F Chief says substantial progress made on constitutional amendments
KARACHI: Maulana Fazlur Rehman, the head of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-F (JUI-F), announced that… -
Shehbaz welcomes Chinese Premier Li Qiang, eyes ‘productive’ visit
ISLAMABAD: As Chinese Premier Li Qiang arrived in Pakistan on Monday, Prime Minister Shehb… -
PTM jirga condemns militancy, highlights sense of deprivation
KHYBER: The Pashtun jirga organised in Jamrud by the recently proscribed Pashtun Tahaffuz … -
Foreign dignitaries continues to land for SCO summit
ISLAMABAD: Foreign dignitaries started arriving in Islamabad for preparatory meetings of t… -
SCO summit security tightened
ISLAMABAD: Islamabad Police have made foolproof security arrangements for the Shanghai Coo… -
China, Pakistan cooperation to grow further under new development, security patterns: Amb Jiang Zaidong
Chinese Ambassador Mr Jiang Zaidong on Sunday said that Chinese Premier Li Qiang is visiti… -
Fazlur Rehman urges Asad Qaiser to delay October 15 protest
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader and former National Assembly Speaker Asad… -
Dar accuses PTI of plotting to disrupt SCO summit
ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar reaffirmed the country’s c… -
Governor Punjab now mirroring PTI’s moves: Azma Bokhari
LAHORE: Punjab Information Minister Azma Bokhari criticized Governor Punjab Sardar Saleem … -
SC to hear judicial package plea on 17th
ISLAMABAD: Next week, the Supreme Court is going to take up a constitutional petition file… -
Pakistan Army clinches gold at Cambrian Patrol 2024 in Wales
RAWALPINDI: Pakistan Army has been awarded a gold medal at the prestigious Cambrian Patrol… -
Chinese Premier Li to arrive in Islamabad on 4-day visit Monday
ISLAMABAD: Chinese Premier Li Qiang is scheduled to undertake a four-day bilateral visit t… -
SCO summit set to strengthen economic, cultural ties
ISLAMABAD: Leaders from the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) member states will co… -
Imran’s sisters transferred to Jhelum jail on judicial remand
GUJAR KHAN / ISLAMABAD: Aleema Khan and Uzma Khan, sisters of PTI founding chairman Imran … -
Traffic plan issued for SCO summit
ISLAMABAD: The capital police have chalked out a traffic plan for the Shanghai Cooperation… -
MQM-P links support for constitutional courts to local government empowerment
ISLAMABAD: The Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) on Saturday linked its support fo… -
Preliminary report links Karachi airport blast to foreign intelligence agency
KARACHI: A preliminary report over the recent explosion near Karachi’s Jinna Interna… -
Kurram tribal clash leaves 11 dead, multiple injured
PESHAWAR: At least 11 people were killed and eitght others were injured in two firing inci… -
Ahsan Iqbal labels PTI’s Oct 15 protest as ‘political terrorism’
ISLAMABAD: Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal on Saturday strongly condemned the PTI’s D-Chowk … -
PPP advances talks with draft constitutional amendment
ISLAMABAD: There was a whiff of consensus on the proposed constitutional amendments during… -
21 dead, 10 coal mines destroyed in Duki carnage
QUETTA: At least 21 coal miners, including three Afghan nationals, were killed and six oth… -
SC irked by adjournment plea in PTI poll symbol verdict review
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court was irritated on Friday with an application seeking adjournme… -
Islamabad Police to Implement 24/7 Digital Surveillance for SCO Summit
ISLAMABAD: In order to provide foolproof security to hundreds of delegates arriving in Isl… -
PTI Plans D-Chowk Protest on October 15
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) political committee has once again announced… -
Zardari Meets Putin at Turkmenistan Forum
ASHGABAT: President Asif Ali Zardari, in a series of high-level meetings on Friday, highli… -
Full Court Reference for Outgoing CJP Qazi Faez Isa Scheduled for Oct 25
ISLAMABAD: The full court reference for outgoing Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Qazi Faez… -
Armed Men Steal, Torch Ballot Papers During NA-231 Recount: Election Officials
KARACHI: The recounting process at four polling stations in NA-231 Malir III, Karachi turn… -
KP CM directs full support for Jamrud jirga participants during site visit
PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur on Friday visited the site o… -
Constitutional package stalls as parliamentary committee fails to reach consensus
ISLAMABAD: The government’s much-touted constitutional amendment remains in limbo as conse… -
Federal govt agrees to lift ban on PTM
PESHAWAR: The federal government has agreed, in principle, to lift a recently-imposed ban … -
63A ruling labeled party head ‘infallible’ in original decision
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court on Thursday held that the May 17, 2022 majority judgement on … -
PML-N, PPP finalize deal on constitutional amendments
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Muslim League – Nawaz (PML-N) President Nawaz Sharif and Pakista… -
Government terminates contracts with 5 IPPs
ISLAMABAD: In a significant move, the government initiated on Thursday the termination of … -
China vows to collaborate with Pakistan for protection of its personnel amid Karachi airport attack
ISLAMABAD: China said on Thursday it would work with Pakistan to protect the safety and se… -
Grand Jirga assigns KP CM to facilitate peaceful talks before PTM gathering
PESHAWAR: A grand jirga on Thursday designated Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin … -
Punjab CM urges ‘climate diplomacy’ with India
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has called for “climate diplomacy” with India t… -
FIA directed to appoint prosecutor swiftly in Imran’s new Toshakhana case
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Wednesday directed the FIA to appoint a prose… -
Remittances Soar to Record $2.85 Billion
KARACHI: Inflows of workers’ remittances from overseas Pakistanis remained robust, r… -
Saudi Business Delegation Meets Army Chief, President
ISLAMABAD: Saudi Arabia’s high-level government and business delegation, led by Mini… -
Chinese PM to Visit Despite Karachi Blast
ISLAMABAD: The visit of Chinese Prime Minister Li Qiang for the meeting of Council of Head… -
Bilawal Blames Govt for Mishandling Constitutional Package
ISLAMABAD: PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari criticised the government on Wednesday for … -
BLA Members Charged in Karachi Airport Attack
KARACHI: Three days after a devastating suicide attack near Karachi’s Jinnah International… -
PTI Team Meets Fazl to Discuss Amendment Proposals
ISLAMABAD: A day after government sources suggested that the Jamiat Ulema Islam-Fazl had a… -
NAB Recovers Corruption Funds, Elahi Rejects Plea Bargain
LAHORE: National Accountability Bureau (NAB) Deputy Chairman Sohail Nasir on Wednesday han… -
Eyewear industry of Danyang, Jiangsu expands into international market
A crystal-clear resin lens blank was secured by an automated robotic arm. Three nimble cut… -
Beijing Daxing International Airport marks five years of operation
In the past five years since Beijing Daxing International Airport was put into operation, … -
Skills competitions offer solid support for China’s high-quality development
Team China bagged 36 gold, nine silver and four bronze medals at the 47th WorldSkills Comp… -
Gandapur Threatens Next Protest Aimed at Removing Islamabad IG
PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, during a fiery speech in th… -
Pakistan to Sign $2 Billion Agreements with Saudi Arabia, Says PM Shehbaz
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is scheduled to sign agreements worth around $2 billion with a visitin… -
ATC Extends Physical Remand of Imran’s Sisters Aleema, Uzma by 2 Days
ISLAMABAD: The Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Islamabad on Tuesday granted the police a fur… -
Supreme Court Demands Housing Scheme Records Allegedly Linked to Ex-Spymaster Gen Faiz
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court has asked the administration to provide a complete record of … -
Mahmood Achakzai Fears Imran Could Face Bhutto-Like Fate
QUETTA: Pashtunkhwa Milli Awami Party (PkMAP) Chairman Mahmood Khan Achakzai on Monday … -
Ban Imposed on Visitors at Adiala Jail
RAWALPINDI: The Punjab government on Monday imposed a ban on visitors of prisoners in Adia… -
CJP Isa Regrets Past Rulings Endorsing Martial Laws
ISLAMABAD: Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Qazi Faez Isa on Monday regretted the repeated … -
CDA Seals KP House in Islamabad Over Building Violations
ISLAMABAD: As ties between the federal government and the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government co… -
Coalition Leaders Renew Efforts to Win Fazl’s Support
ISLAMABAD: The ruling coalition on Monday made another attempt to convince JUI-F chief Mau… -
MPC Condemns Israeli Aggression on Palestine Solidarity Day
ISLAMABAD: An all-parties conference (APC) focusing on the Palestinian crisis took place a… -
Imran Khan’s Sisters Remanded to Police, Warrants Issued for Gandapur
ISLAMABAD: An anti-terrorism court has remanded former prime minister and PTI founder Imra… -
CJP Isa Questions Impact of ‘Gangsterism’ on Parliamentary, Judicial Decisions
ISLAMABAD: The Chief Justice of Pakistan Justice Qazi Faez Isa has raised concerns over po… -
FO Vows Justice for Karachi Terror Attack Killing 2 Chinese Nationals
ISLAMABAD/KARACHI: The Foreign Office on Monday said last night’s terror attack near the K… -
PTI Protesters Caused Rs154m Damage to Official Property, Says IGP
ISLAMABAD: Announcing the death of a policeman, who was injured allegedly during rioting b… -
Palestine Solidarity Day Set for Tomorrow
ISLAMABAD: The nationwide Day of Solidarity will be observed tomorrow to express solidarit… -
PM Shehbaz Commends Police, Security Forces for Thwarting Attack on Capital
LAHORE: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on S… -
Govt Bans Pashtun Tahafuz Movement
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has imposed a ban on the Pashtun Tahafuz Movement (PTM),… -
PTI Demands KP CM Gandapur’s Production Within 24 Hours After His Disappearance, Says Qaiser
PESHAWAR: PTI leader Asad Qaiser on Sunday accused the government of “abducting” Khyber Pa… -
PML-N Urges Designation of PTI as Terrorist Group
LAHORE: The PML-N leadership expressed frustration on Saturday over the state’s failure to… -
Islamabad Policeman Dies from Injuries Sustained in Weekend Clashes
ISLAMABAD: An Islamabad policeman passed away in a hospital on Sunday after being injured … -
PTI Never Was and Never Will Be a Political Party: Maryam Nawaz
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif said that Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)… -
Kh Asif Accuses PTI of Putting Power Above National Interests
SIALKOT: Federal Minister for Defence Khawaja Muhammad Asif on Saturday said that Pakistan… -
PTI Supporters Flock to D-Chowk as Rain Lessens Impact of Tear Gas
ISLAMABAD: PTI supporters have flocked to D-Chowk as heavy rain in Islamabad dampened the … -
Punjab Government Deploys Military for Security Amid PTI Jalsa in Lahore
LAHORE: The Punjab government has requested the deployment of the military in Lahore to se… -
Ali Amin Gandapur Reportedly Detained in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD: Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur was taken into custody at K… -
Interior Minister Claims PTI Plans to Disrupt SCO Summit, Vows to Prevent It
ISLAMABAD: Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has accused the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf… -
Jaishankar Declines Bilateral Talks at Pakistan’s SCO Summit
NEW DELHI: India’s Minister for External Affairs Subrahmanyam Jaishankar on Saturday said … -
6 Army Personnel Martyred, 6 TTP Terrorists Killed in North Waziristan IBO: ISPR
RAWALPINDI: Six soldiers were martyred and as many TTP terrorists killed in North Wazirist… -
Govt Calls APC on Gaza Crisis for ‘Day of Solidarity with Palestine’
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bi… -
Govt Deploys Pakistan Army for SCO Summit Security in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Army has been called in to provide security for the upcoming Shang… -
India’s Jaishankar to Visit Pakistan for SCO Summit
ISLAMABAD: India’s External Affairs Minister, Dr. S. Jaishankar, is set to visit Pakistan … -
30 Arrested as Mobile, Internet Services Suspended Amid PTI Rally in Twin Cities
ISLAMABAD: At least 30 protesters have been arrested as mobile networks and internet servi… -
COAS Munir Vows to Strengthen Military Ties in Meeting with Malaysia’s Premier
RAWALPINDI: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir on Friday met with Malaysia’s Pr… -
PTI ‘Loses Faith’ in Seven MNAs, Claims ‘Contact’ with Two Government Members
ISLAMABAD: The main opposition party PTI has expressed the fear that some of its lawmakers… -
ECP Notifies Judges-Led Poll Tribunals for Punjab
ISLAMABAD: After months of delay, the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has appointed… -
PPP, JI Call for Political Unity on Palestine Issue
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) and Jamaat-i-Islami (JI) on Thursday appealed … -
SBCA Seals Dr. Arif Alvi’s Dental Clinic in Karachi
KARACHI: The Sindh Building Control Authority (SBCA) on Thursday sealed the dental clinic … -
SC Overturns 2022 Ruling on Defection Clause Under Article 63-A
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court on Thursday unanimously accepted a review petition against it… -
Interior Minister Warns PTI Against Islamabad Rally Amid Malaysian PM’s Visit
ISLAMABAD: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Thursday warned the PTI against its plans to … -
Fazl Vows No Cooperation with Govt on Constitutional Package at Any Cost
ISLAMABAD: Jamiat Ulema-i-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman on Thursday said … -
PM Shehbaz, Malaysia’s Anwar Ibrahim Vow to Boost Bilateral Cooperation
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and his Malaysian counterpart Anwar Ibrahim met i… -
Intra-Party Election Case Against PTI Adjourned till 22nd
ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Wednesday granted more time to PTI… -
Section 144 Imposed in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) authorities have enforced Section 144 and… -
Imran’s Indictment in New Toshakhana Case Postponed
RAWALPINDI: A special court of the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) on Wednesday deferre… -
PTI Claims ‘Curfew-Like Situation’ Imposed in Punjab to Thwart Protests
LAHORE / ISLAMABAD: Opposition PTI on Wednesday alleged that the Punjab government had … -
“Inflation Decline Exceeded Our Expectations”: FinMin Aurangzeb
ISLAMABAD: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb announced that the country has seen a ̶… -
“Ummah is Proud of You”: PM Shehbaz Meets Dr. Zakir Naik
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif welcomed renowned Islamic scholar Dr. Zakir Naik … -
“We Want Peaceful Protest, Not Confrontation”: Ali Amin Gandapur
PESHAWAR: Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur criticised the federal… -
‘You Reap What You Sow’: Nawaz Sharif Urges Imran Khan to Apologize
LAHORE: Pakistan Muslim League – Nawaz (PML-N) President Nawaz Sharif has urged Paki… -
ECP Blames PTI for Delays in Intra-Party Elections
ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission Pakistan has stated that the institution has been consi… -
Article 63-A Review: SC Rejects Objection Raised by Imran’s Counsel on Bench
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court on Wednesday dismissed an objection raised by PTI founder Imr… -
PPP Consults PML-Q, ANP on Constitutional Package
ISLAMABAD: Efforts to shore up support for a proposed constitutional package continued on … -
Bilawal: Push for Constitutional Courts Not About Current CJP
QUETTA: In an attempt to put all speculations regarding a purported extension for Chief Ju… -
CJP Isa Criticizes Earlier Opinion on Article 63A
ISLAMABAD: After much ado, the Supreme Court finally commenced hearing the Supreme Court B… -
SC Hears Review Petition Against Article 63-A Verdict with Justice Afghan Replacing Justice Akhtar
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court on Tuesday resumed hearing a petition seeking a review of the… -
Punjab Govt Enforces Section 144 in Faisalabad, Bahawalpur, Mianwali Ahead of PTI Protests
LAHORE: The Punjab government on Tuesday imposed Section 144(6) in Faisalabad, Bahawalpur … -
Imran Khan Challenges Govt with D-Chowk Protest Call
ISLAMABAD: PTI has given a fresh call for countrywide protests for the “independence of ju… -
Sindh Govt Takes Action to Combat Extremism and Prevent Radicalization: CM Murad
KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah on Tuesday said that his government has … -
PPP Frustrated by Centre’s ‘Stinginess’ with Relief Funds
QUETTA: PPP chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has expressed resentment over the withholding … -
Democracy Can’t Be Run by Remote Control, Says Saad Rafique
LAHORE: Khawaja Saad Rafique, another senior PML-N leader who appears discontent with the … -
Judge Rejects Imran, Bushra’s Bail Plea in New Toshakhana Case
ISLAMABAD: A judge dismissed the post-arrest bail application of former prime minister Im… -
Justice Akhtar’s ‘Refusal’ Deepens Rift Among Supreme Court Judges
ISLAMABAD: Justice Munib Akhtar on Monday put his fellow judges in a bind by refusing to s… -
Imran Khan Announces ‘Pro-Judiciary’ Protests From October 2
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder and former prime minister Imran Khan has… -
Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim to Visit Pakistan from October 2-4
ISLAMABAD: Malaysian Prime Minister Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim will undertake an offic… -
SC Overturns LHC Order on Poll Tribunals, Accepts ECP Plea
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court (SC) on Monday accepted the Election Commission of Pakistan’s… -
Justice Akhtar Skips Defection Law Verdict Review
ISLAMABAD: Amid reports of rifts among the top judiciary, Justice Munib Akhtar on Monday s… -
Lawyers Urge Judges to ‘Boycott Constitutional Court’
KARACHI: Over 300 senior lawyers from across the country have urged judges of the superior… -
Fazl Stresses Consensus on Constitutional Bill to Prevent Turmoil
PESHAWAR: JUI-F chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman on Sunday emphasised the need for consensus am… -
Construction Camp Set Ablaze in Midnight Attack in Musakhail
QUETTA: Armed men attacked the camp of a private construction company in Musakhail distric… -
Imran, Gandapur Charged with ‘Abetment’ Over Pindi Protest
RAWALPINDI: A day after the PTI staged its protest in Rawalpindi, the Punjab police have r… -
Tax Filers Doubled during Current Fiscal Year: Finance Minister
ISLAMABAD: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb on Sunday said that tax filers for the curr… -
Pakistan Condemns Israel’s ‘Reckless Killing’ of Hezbollah Leader Hassan Nasrallah: FO
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Sunday condemned Israeli “adventurism” in the Middle East region, t… -
Panjgur Attack Claims Lives of Seven Labourers
QUETTA: Terrorists armed with automatic weapons stormed an under-construction house in the… -
Over 100 Arrested as Police Contain PTI Protest
RAWALPINDI: As PTI supporters took to the streets to converge on Liaquat Bagh for their de… -
Shehbaz Praises Army Chief for Securing IMF Deal
LONDON: Praising the role of the army chief and friendly countries, Prime Minister Shehbaz… -
BNP Leader Killed, Cousin Injured in Quetta Shooting
QUETTA: A senior leader of the Balochistan National Party-Mengal (BNP-M), Agha Khalid Shah… -
PTI Vows to Block Constitutional Package Without JUI-F Support
ISLAMABAD: As the PML-N-led coalition government remains hopeful of securing Maulana Fazlu… -
IHC Bars Executive Magistrates from Exercising Judicial Powers
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has restrained executive magistrates from exerci… -
PTI Unveils New Protest Dates After Rawalpindi Rallies Clash with Police
RAWALPINDI: The PTI announced new protest dates on Saturday as its demonstrations in Rawal… -
Govt Confident of Fazl’s Backing for ‘Constitutional Package’
ISLAMABAD: The government remains hopeful of securing JUI-F chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman’s … -
SC to Hear Defection Clause Ruling Challenge on Sept 30
ISLAMABAD: A five-judge Supreme Court larger bench will take up on Sept 30 a petition file… -
Imran Fears SC Ruling May Open Door for Floor Crossing
ISLAMABAD: Former prime minister Imran Khan on Friday expressed apprehensions that the Sup… -
Higher Education Sector Faces Rs60 Billion Shortfall, NA Body Informed
ISLAMABAD: A parliamentary committee was informed on Friday that the higher education sect… -
PTI Lawyers Rally Outside SC Against Constitutional Court Proposal
ISLAMABAD: Despite the government’s recent passage of the Peaceful Assembly and Public Ord… -
Lt Gen Ali Appointed as Defence Secretary
ISLAMABAD: The government on Friday named Lt Gen Muhammad Ali as the new defence secretary… -
Pakistan Walks Out as Netanyahu Takes Podium After Shehbaz’s UNGA Speech
NEW YORK: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, following his address to the United Nations Gener… -
Imran Khan Hits Out at CJP Qazi Faez Isa, Questions His Mental Fitness
RAWALPINDI: Former prime minister and PTI founder Imran Khan has launched a sharp criticis… -
COAS Praises Defeat of ‘Naysayers’ Amid Pakistan’s Economic Recovery
KARACHI: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir has emphasised that efforts to… -
X Banned Over National Security Concerns: Information Minister
NEW YORK: Information Minister Attaullah Tarar said on Friday that social media platform X… -
Section 144 Imposed in Rawalpindi as PTI Calls Supporters to Gather at Liaquat Bagh on Saturday
ISLAMABAD: The Punjab government on Friday imposed Section 144 in Rawalpindi district for … -
PM Shehbaz Urges Immediate Action to Stop Gaza ‘Slaughter’ at UNGA
NEW YORK: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday demanded an immediate end to the ongoing… -
Controversial Package Expected to Reach Parliament Next Week
ISLAMABAD: Weeks after an embarrassing retreat on a package seeking sweeping changes to t… -
PTI Claims Fazl Won’t Support Constitutional Court Proposal
ISLAMABAD: A day after JUI-F chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman reportedly backed the government’… -
PM Shehbaz Urges UN to Sanction Israel, Stop ‘Genocidal War’ in Gaza
NEW YORK: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif called on the United Nations Security Council to e… -
Imran Khan Directs PTI Leadership to Cease All Talks with Establishment
RAWALPINDI: Former prime minister and incarcerated PTI founder, Imran Khan, has directed h… -
ECP Seeks Supreme Court Clarification on Reserved Seats Order Again
ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) once again approached the Supreme Cou… -
Donald Lu Expresses Hope for Strengthening Ties with PM Shehbaz-Led Government
NEW YORK: US Assistant Secretary of State Donald Lu has hailed and expressed hope for a fu… -
8 Terrorists Killed in North Waziristan IBO: ISPR
RAWALPINDI: Eight terrorists were killed after security forces conducted an intelligence-b… -
Pakistan Boosts Automotive Ties with China, Aims for Joint Innovation in EV Sector
SHANGHAI: Pakistan and China on Thursday agreed to enhance bilateral relations, with a par… -
SC Rules Ballots Trump Form 45 or 47 Tally
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court on Wednesday held that ballot papers hold more significance i… -
Imran Fears Government Still Pushing to Extend CJP’s Tenure
ISLAMABAD: Amidst speculation surrounding Justice Qazi Faez Isa’s term, which is set to ex… -
Night economy thrives across China
By Lin Lili, Huang Xiaohui, Wang Xinyue On a weekend night, on an open stage in the Ninth … -
How two bearings mirror upgrading of China’s manufacturing
By Li Xinping, Wang Zheng, Ding Yiting Bearings are considered as “joints” of … -
Autonomous driving technology makes freight services more intelligent
By Yao Xueqing, Han Xin Autonomous freight transport is making rapid progress in China as … -
Chinese envoy meets Nawaz and Maryam, invites Punjab CM for China visit
LAHORE: Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zaidong on Wednesday met with PML-N leader Nawaz Sharif a… -
Pakistan meets IMF’s tough conditions: PM Shehbaz Sharif
NEW YORK: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that Pakistan has successfully met the s… -
Irfan Siddiqui Slams Judiciary for Failing to Oppose Martial Law Amid Constitutional Amendment Uproar
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) Senator Irfan Siddiqui has criticised the … -
Shahid Khaqan Abbasi Calls on CJP Qazi Faez Isa to Step Down After Term
RAWALPINDI: Former prime minister and Awam Pakistan Party leader Shahid Khaqan Abbasi has … -
IHC Questions Government on ISPR’s ‘Exclusive Right’ to Select Defence Analysts
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court’s Justice Babar Sattar has grilled the federal governm… -
PM Shehbaz, Turkey’s Erdogan Vow to Boost Economic, Security Ties on UNGA Sidelines
NEW YORK: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Mond… -
Four Election Tribunals Now Functional in Punjab, SC Informed
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court was informed on Tuesday that four out of the eight election t… -
Imran Khan Supports Justice Mansoor Ali Shah’s Position on Practice Procedure Ordinance
RAWALPINDI: Former Prime Minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founding chairman Imr… -
COAS Gen Asim Munir Lauds Security Forces, Local Support in Wana Visit
RAWALPINDI: General Syed Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff (COAS), NI (M), visited Wana, Sou… -
Federal Constitutional Court Needed to End Provincial Disparity: Bilawal
ISLAMABAD: PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari on Tuesday said that a federal constitution… -
PM Shehbaz Lands in New York for 5-Day Visit Ahead UNGA Session
NEW YORK: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived in New York on Tuesday on a five-day visit… -
No Sustainable Development Amid Gaza Tragedies, Asif Tells UN Summit
NEW YORK: Defence Minister Khawaja Asif on Tuesday said that no sustainable development ca… -
Detailed Verdict Sparks New Debate on SC Powers
ISLAMABAD: The detailed judgement in the reserved seats case has reignited a debate about… -
Imran Khan Condemns Article Falsely Labeling Him as ‘Israel Supporter’
ISLAMABAD: Describing those criticising him on the basis of an article published in an Is… -
ECP to Review SC’s Reserved Seats Ruling Today
ISLAMABAD: Ten days after the Supreme Court ordered the Election Commission of Pakistan to… -
Gen Asim Malik Appointed New ISI Chief
ISLAMABAD: Lt Gen Asim Malik was named the new director general of the Inter-Services Inte… -
Grand Peace Jirga Rallies Behind Pakistan Army Against Fitna al-Khawarij
BANNU: A Grand Peace Jirga of notables and tribal elders was held in Bannu, where particip… -
Ahsan Iqbal Alleges Zionist Lobby Pushing to Reinstate Imran Khan
ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Planning and Development Ahsan Iqbal has alleged that a Zi… -
Hafiz Naeem Critiques Education System, Demands Accessibility and Depoliticization
KARACHI: Hafiz Naeemur Rehman, chief of Jamaat-e-Islami (JI), criticised the government… -
Government Failing, Urges Immediate Elections: Says JUI’s Abdul Ghafoor Haideri
KARACHI: Maulana Abdul Ghafoor Haideri, Secretary General of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI), d… -
Citizens Opt for Economic Policies Over Chaos, Says PM Shehbaz
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday said that the citizens had chosen sound… -
Pakistan, China Join Forces Against Terrorism
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and China on Saturday agreed to enhance cooperation in various fields,… -
CJP Probes Posting of ‘Clarification Order’ on Website
ISLAMABAD: Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Qazi Faez Isa has raised nine questions in a le… -
PM Shehbaz Lands in London En Route to US
LONDON/ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived in London on Saturday as part of … -
PM Leaves for UNGA to Advocate Pakistan’s Global Interests
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif departed for the United States on Saturday to att… -
Crowd Disperses as PTI Rally in Lahore Plunges into Darkness
LAHORE: Police entered the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) rally site in Lahore as official… -
Police Mobilized to Arrest Hammad Azhar at PTI Rally in Lahore
LAHORE: Police have become active in their efforts to arrest Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI… -
Supreme Court Procedure Ordinance Challenged in LHC
LAHORE: The Supreme Court Practice and Procedure Amendment Ordinance, 2024 was challenged … -
PHC Bars Arrest of KP CM Until Oct 5 While Islamabad ATC Issues Warrants
ISLAMABAD: An anti-terrorism court in Islamabad has issued non-bailable arrest warrants fo… -
Deputy PM Ishaq Dar to Miss UNGA Session for SCO Summit Preparations
ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Saturday said Deputy Prime Minister and Fore… -
PTI Moves Supreme Court Again on Reserved Seats Dispute
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has once again approached the Supreme Court, fil… -
Pakistan commited to talks with Taliban Despite Tensions: UN Envoy Akram
NEW YORK: Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Munir Akram, stated t… -
SC Rules Parliament Can’t Backdate Laws Impacting People’s Rights
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court has ruled that national or provincial assemblies cannot make … -
Fazl Rejects Draft Amendments Citing Concerns Over Expanded Military Role
ISLAMABAD: Maulana Fazlur Rehman, the chief of his own faction of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JU… -
PTI’s Parliamentary Representation Ends Amid Update in National Assembly Party Positions
ISLAMABAD: Party positions in Pakistan’s National Assembly have shifted following a letter… -
President Zardari Approves Amendments to SC (Practice and Procedure) Act, 2023
ISLAMABAD: Information Minister Attaullah Tarar on Friday said that President Asif Ali Zar… -
LHC Directs Deputy Commissioner to Decide on PTI’s Plea for Lahore Rally Today
LAHORE: The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Friday ordered the city’s deputy commissioner to de… -
6 Soldiers Martyred, 12 Terrorists Killed in Waziristan Operations: ISPR
ISLAMABAD: Six soldiers embraced martyrdom while 12 terrorists were killed during two enco… -
UN Honors 2 Pakistani Female Peacekeepers for Gender Advocacy
RAWALPINDI: The United Nations has awarded two Pakistani female peacekeepers with the Gend… -
SC Rules ‘Proposed’ Constitutional Amendments Can’t Be Challenged
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court has said that proposed constitutional amendments can’t be cha… -
ECP Convened Today to Deliberate on SC Order in Reserved Seats Case
ISLAMABAD: An apparently defiant Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) is set to meet tod… -
China, Malaysia commit to closer cooperation in modernization efforts
Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday held talks with Malaysia’s King Sultan Ibrahi… -
Bilawal Emphasizes Need for Constitutional Court to Ensure Fair Judicial System
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has reiterated his… -
Pakistan and Russia to Bolster Ties Through Economic and Security Cooperation: PM Shehbaz
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced on Thursday Pakistan’s intention … -
NA Speaker States Supreme Court Ruling on Reserved Seats Unenforceable Under New Law
ISLAMABAD: In a letter to the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP), Speaker of the Nation… -
Pakistan Warns UN of TTP’s Emergence as Global ‘Umbrella’ for Terrorist Groups
NEW YORK: Pakistan’s UN Ambassador Munir Akram on Wednesday warned the UN Security Council… -
Justice Mansoor Ali Shah to become next CJP, says Bilawal
KARACHI: PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari is convinced that Justice Mansoor Ali Shah wo… -
Despite Fazl’s Rejection, Government Remains Hopeful
ISLAMABAD: After Maulana Fazlur Rehman ‘completely rejected’ the proposed constitutional p… -
IHC Bars Court from Issuing Verdict in £190m Case
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Wednesday restrained the accountability court… -
ECP Still Uncertain Over SC Ruling on Reserved Seats
ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) is still undecided on the implementat… -
Russian Deputy PM Arrives in Islamabad to Strengthen Bilateral Ties
ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation, Alexei Overchuk arrived in Isl… -
Fazlur Rehman Rejects Government’s Draft on Constitutional Amendments
ISLAMABAD: Maulana Fazlur Rehman, chief of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI-F), has completely re… -
IHC Halts Trial Court’s Final Verdict in £190m Case Pending Appeal
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has directed the trial court to halt the final v… -
King Charles Invites PM Shehbaz to Commonwealth Leaders Summit in October
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday received a telephone call from King … -
Imran Claims ‘Plot’ Behind Constitutional Court Proposal
ISLAMABAD: Former prime minister Imran Khan said on Monday that the government wants to se… -
Afghan Diplomats Stir Controversy by Disrespecting Pakistan’s National Anthem
PESHAWAR: Afghan Consul General in Peshawar, Hafiz Mohibullah Shakir, caused outrage on Tu… -
PTI’s Arif Alvi Meets Fazlur Rehman for Talks on Constitutional Amendments
ISLAMABAD: Former president and senior Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Arif Alvi met… -
Pakistan Seeks Strengthened Relations with US
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan sought to upgrade the bilateral mechanisms with the US, particularly i… -
‘How could they even think of presenting the amendment bill while we are here’: K-P CM Gandapur
PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, commenting on the constitut… -
National Leaders Call for Justice, Tolerance on Eid-i-Miladun Nabi to Address Prevailing Issues
ISLAMABAD: As Eid-i-Miladun Nabi was being celebrated with religious zeal and fervour acro… -
PM Meets PPP Leaders, Vows to Continue Talks with All Parties on ‘Constitutional Package’
ISLAMABAD: The much-touted ‘Constitutional Package’ could not see the light of day on Mon… -
Imran’s Military Trial Not on the Table: Govt Informs IHC
ISLAMABAD: The federal government on Monday informed the Islamabad High Court (IHC) that f… -
ECP to Hear PTI, JUI-F Party Poll Cases Tomorrow
ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan will take up the PTI’s intra-party election… -
From terrorism to tourism: Xinjiang’s startling shift
By Mian Abrar It is shocking for most of the foreign visitors who have only heard of Xinji… -
Govt Set to Present Constitutional Amendments in Upcoming NA Session
ISLAMABAD: The government has decided to present the much-anticipated constitutional amend… -
Bilawal Holds Second Meeting with Fazl Amid Constitutional Amendment Talks
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari, accompanied by a … -
Islamabad ATC Grants Bail to Detained PTI Lawmakers
ISLAMABAD: An Islamabad anti-terrorism court (ATC) on Monday granted bail to 10 PTI lawmak… -
‘Constitutional Package’ Yet to Be Tabled in Federal Cabinet, Law Minister Informs NA
ISLAMABAD: Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar told the National Assembly on Monday that a cont… -
PTI ‘Made Every Effort’ to Block Amendment
ISLAMABAD: The main opposition party, Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI), on Sunday had one of… -
Officials Claim Militants Used Video Game Tactics in Swat Police Station Attack
PESHAWAR: Militants applied features introduced in PlayerUnknown’s BattleGround, a video g… -
Top Lawyers Oppose Constitutional Amendment Bill
LAHORE: Senior lawyers have reacted sharply to the proposed constitutional package and cal… -
Late-Night Parliamentary Sessions Anticipated After Day-Long Talks on ‘Constitutional Package’
ISLAMABAD: Following a flurry of meetings in Islamabad on a Sunday, centred around the res… -
Maulana Fazlur Rehman Attends Special Committee Meeting on Constitutional Amendments
ISLAMABAD: Maulana Fazl ur Rehman, chief of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam Fazl, has arrived at the … -
Tarar Assures Proposed Legislation Will Serve National Interest
ISLAMABAD: Information Minister Attaullah Tarar said on Sunday that efforts are underway t… -
Bilawal, Ishaq Dar Discuss Constitutional Amendment Strategy, Focus on Number Game
ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Senator Ishaq Dar, and Pakistan Peo… -
Farooq Sattar: MQM-P May Support Constitutional Amendment for National Interest
ISLAMABAD: Leader of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) Pakistan Farooq Sattar has stated … -
PM Shehbaz Consults Allies on ‘Constitutional Amendments Package’
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday took all allied parties into confiden… -
Bilawal Criticizes Imran’s Tweet; Ayub Defends PTI Founder Chairman
ISLAMABAD: The much-anticipated bill aimed at fixing the tenure of the Chief Justice of Pa… -
Ex-FM Hina Rabbani Khar Criticizes Gandapur’s Proposal for Direct Talks with Kabul on Terrorism
KARACHI: Former foreign minister Hina Rabbani Khar has slammed Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Mi… -
ADB Approves $320 Million to Enhance Climate Resilience and Road Safety in K-P
ISLAMABAD: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $320 million loan to support th… -
Tarar Clarifies PTI Lawmakers Arrested by Police, Not ‘Masked Men’
ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Attaullah Tarar, has refuted… -
Imran Khan Accuses ‘Establishment’ of Involvement in Ali Amin Gandapur’s Alleged Disappearance
RAWALPINDI: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founding leader Imran Khan has alleged that the… -
Army Chief Reaffirms Commitment to Defeat Hostile Terrorist Nexus: ISPR
RAWALPINDI: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir on Friday reiterated the resolve… -
IHC Nullifies Physical Remand of PTI MNAs in Sangjani Rally Case
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Friday struck down the anti-terrorism court (… -
Senators Unite Against Attack on ‘Prestige of Parliament’
ISLAMABAD: The raid by plainclothesmen inside the National Assembly to arrest PTI members … -
Imran’s Acquittal Plea in £190m Case Dismissed
ISLAMABAD: An accountability court on Thursday rejected the petitions of former premier Im… -
Experts Calls for Dialogue with Dissidents to Address Balochistan Crisis
ISLAMABAD: As the security situation in Balochistan continues to deteriorate, experts gath… -
PM Welcomes Interest Rate Cut, Vows Further Economic Growth
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has welcomed the State Bank of Pakistan’s d… -
Imran Khan Calls for PTI to Gear Up for Nationwide ‘Jihad for Democracy’ Movement
RAWALPINDI: Imran Khan, the founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), has urged his party… -
Defence Minister Terms K-P CM’s Call for Talks with Afghanistan an Attack on Federation
ISLAMABAD: Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has strongly condemned the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP… -
Arrested PTI MNAs Presented in National Assembly After Detention from Parliament Premises
ISLAMABAD: Ten PTI MNAs arrested from the Parliament House’s premises in a late-night raid… -
IHC Seeks Government’s Clarification on Potential Military Trial of Imran Khan
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Thursday sought clarity from the federal gove… -
SC Seeks Expert Opinion on Dam Fund Supervision
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court on Wednesday sought the assistance of legal experts on whethe… -
AJK PM Condemns Indian Minister’s ‘Ridiculous Statement,’ Rejects Offer for Kashmiris to Join India
AZAD KASHMIR: Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) leadership on Wednesday sharply criticised rece… -
Special Team Formed to Investigate ‘Violence’ at PTI’s Sept 8 Rally
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad police have constituted a five-member special investigation team … -
Imran Defends KP CM, Labels Apologizers as ‘Cowards’
ISLAMABAD: In a surprising turn of events, PTI founding chairman Imran Khan threw his weig… -
NA Speaker Issues Production Orders for Arrested PTI Members
ISLAMABAD: A Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) delegation, led by chairman Barrister Gohar Al… -
IHC to Hear Imran Khan’s Plea Against Possible Military Custody Tomorrow
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has scheduled a hearing on a petition filed by P… -
Fazl Denies Govt’s Claim of Backing Constitutional Amendment
ISLAMABAD: Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman has rejected governmen… -
‘Two laws, two systems, and two Pakistans cannot coexist’, says Gandapur
PESHAWAR: Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur has criticised the existence… -
Ramzan Sugar Mills Case Against Shehbaz, Hamza to Be Referred Back to NAB
ISLAMABAD: The process to return the Ramzan Sugar Mills reference against Prime Minister S… -
NA Speaker Suspends 5 Security Officials Over Controversial Arrest of PTI Lawmakers from Parliament
ISLAMABAD: National Assembly Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq on Tuesday suspended five security … -
5.7 magnitude earthquake felt in Punjab: PDMA
LAHORE: Earthquake tremors were felt on Wednesday in all the districts of Punjab, includin… -
Ali Amin Gandapur’s Rant Against Women, Journalists Condemned
ISLAMABAD / LAHORE: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur’s remarks about … -
PTI Challenges ECP’s Probe into Intra-Party Polls in LHC
LAHORE: The PTI has approached the Lahore High Court (LHC) against the orders of the Elect… -
‘May 9 for Democracy’: PTI’s Ali Muhammad Khan Blasts Govt Over Party Leaders’ Arrests in Fiery NA Speech
ISLAMABAD: Heated arguments and exchange of accusations between government and opposition … -
Allies Meet to Discuss ‘Constitutional Package’
ISLAMABAD: The ruling partners joined heads at the Presidency and the Prime Minister’s Off… -
SC Clarifies Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa’s Off-the-Record Remarks Misreported
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court of Pakistan has clarified that off-the-record comments made b… -
NA Speaker Ayaz Sadiq Vows Action Following Parliament Raid
ISLAMABAD: Speaker of the National Assembly, Sardar Ayaz Sadiq, has taken notice of the la… -
Indian Minister to Attend SCO Meeting Virtually, Skips Pakistan Visit
ISLAMABAD: The Indian trade minister will virtually attend the upcoming meeting of Shangha… -
President Xi Jinping meets Spanish PM Sanchez, calls for efforts to boost ties
Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday called on China and Spain to build long-term and st… -
Xi Jinping meets Norwegian PM in Beijing
Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store in Beijing… -
Cases Filed Against PTI Leaders for Violating Islamabad Rally Regulations
ISLAMABAD: Police in Islamabad have filed three cases against the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf… -
Imran Khan Claims August 22 Rally Postponed at Establishment’s Request
RAWALPINDI: Former Prime Minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder, Imran Khan, … -
PTI Leadership Issues Unconditional Apology for Gandapur’s Remarks Against Journalists
ISLAMABAD: Journalists staged protests in both the Senate and National Assembly on Monday … -
CJP Isa Clarifies He’s Not Seeking Term Extension in Any Form
ISLAMABAD: Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Qazi Faez Isa on Monday clarified that he had r… -
Accountability Court Transfers Toshakhana Case from NAB to FIA
ISLAMABAD: An Islamabad court on Monday prohibited the National Accountability Bureau (NAB… -
PML-N’s Talal Chaudhry Vows to Jail KP CM Gandapur Over Islamabad Police Clashes
LAHORE: PML-N Senator Talal Chaudhry on Monday vowed legal action against Khyber Pakhtunkh… -
PTI Warns Won’t Tolerate Imran Khan’s Military Trial
ISLAMABAD: At a long-awaited public rally on Sunday, the leadership of the Pakistan Tehree… -
PTI exceed power show deadline of 7 pm in Islamabad, clashes with police reported
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) looked to demonstrate its political strength… -
SC gives detailed reasons for clearing Reko Diq settlement deal
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court on Saturday provided detailed reasons explaining why former c… -
PM Shehbaz declares education emergency across country on Int’l Literacy Day
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif declared an education emergency across the countr… -
Imran seeks acquittal under NAB tweaks he contested
ISLAMABAD: Even as Imran Khan railed against amendments to the National Accountability Ord… -
Cup of tea in Kabul has cost Pakistan: Dar
LONDON: Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, who also holds the foreign affairs portfolio, on … -
Islamabad sealed as PTI set to flex muscles near Sangjani
ISLAMABAD: As the PTI finalises its preparations for the Sept 8 power show on the outskirt… -
President signs public order bill into law in ‘haste’
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has given assent to a controversial bill passed by … -
Imran Khan Denounces NAB Amendments as ‘Unconstitutional’
RAWALPINDI: Former Prime Minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) foudning leader Imran… -
Omar Ayub Announces Imran Khan’s Acceptance of His Resignation as PTI Secretary General
ISLAMABAD: Opposition Leader in the National Assembly Omar Ayub on Saturday said PTI found… -
Minister Leghari: Government Renegotiating Power Contracts with IPPs to Reduce Costs
ISLAMABAD: The government is renegotiating contracts with independent power producers (IPP… -
Senators Reject Proposal for Expanded Security Forces Powers
ISLAMABAD: Senators on Friday decried government’s decision to give special powers to the … -
PM Visits Chaudhary Nisar to Offer Condolences on Sister’s Passing
ISLAMABAD: After a long interval, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday met disgruntled … -
ECP Dismisses PTI Requests in Intra-Party Election Dispute
ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has rejected fresh applications filed… -
NEPRA approves power price hike under quarterly, fuel price adjustments
ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has approved an increa… -
K-P CM Shifts PTI Rally Venue Ahead of September 8 Event in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad administration has changed the venue for Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf… -
Naeem Warns Government of Consequences if Rawalpindi Agreement Not Implemented
GUJRANWALA: Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) chief Hafiz Naeemur Rehman has warned that the government… -
Following Senate, NA Approves Bill to Regulate Public Gatherings in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD: Following in the footsteps of the Senate, the National Assembly on Friday appro… -
Army Chief Urges Against Allowing Political Differences to Fuel Hatred
RAWALPINDI: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir on Friday told the nation to “no… -
SC Reinstates Amendments to NAB Laws, Accepts Appeals Against Earlier Ruling
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court on Friday restored changes to the country’s anti-graft laws, … -
LHC Orders Removal of NADRA Chairman Over ‘Unauthorized Appointment’
Lahore: The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Friday ordered the removal of Lieutenant General Mu… -
Nation Celebrates 59th Defence Day, Honoring 1965 War Legacy
ISLAMABAD: The nation marked its 59th Defence Day on Friday to commemorate the sacrifices … -
China’s Xi pledges $51b support for Africa, promises one million jobs
BEIJING: President Xi Jinping pledged on Thursday to step up China’s support across … -
Formerly convicted felon being investigated over Covid 19 fraud case
WASHINGTON: American Federal and State agencies are allegedly investigating two Pakistani … -
PM Praises Pakistan Army for Ensuring Regional Stability
RAWALPINDI: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has expressed full satisfaction with the operati… -
IHC Cautions Adiala Jail Officials for Blocking Access to Imran Khan’s Lawyer
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Wednesday warned Adiala Jail authorities that… -
Imran Khan Vows to Resist ‘Tyranny’ Even Behind Bars
RAWALPINDI: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan has vowed to resist the R… -
Court Martial of Gen Faiz Hameed Launched on Solid Evidence: DG ISPR
RAWALPINDI: The court-martial proceedings against former spymaster Lt Gen (Retd) Faiz Hame… -
SHC Nullifies KU’s Cancellation of IHC Judge Jahangiri’s Law Degree
KARACHI: The Sindh High Court (SHC) on Thursday suspended Karachi University’s (KU) decisi… -
Fazl, Omar seek dialogue with estranged youth
ISLAMABAD: Jamiat Ulema-i-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman on Wednesday call… -
Azma Bokhari hints at Imran’s military trial
LAHORE: Punjab Information Minister Azma Bokhari said on Wednesday the PTI supremo Imran K… -
ECP postpones local government polls in Islamabad for third time
ISLAMABAD: The local government elections in Islamabad were postponed for the third time o… -
Verdict on Bushra Bibi’s £190m Acquittal Case to Be Announced Tomorrow
ISLAMABAD: An accountability court in Islamabad has reserved its verdict on a petition see… -
Opposition Alliance Calls for APC Amid Worsening Security in Balochistan
ISLAMABAD: The Opposition Grand Alliance – Tehreek-e-Tahafuz-e-Ayeen Pakistan (TTAP) – has… -
Imran Khan Threatens Protest Movement if Supreme Court is Undermined
RAWALPINDI: Imran Khan, the founding leader of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), has war… -
Information Minister Criticizes Absence of Tools to Combat Misinformation
ISLAMABAD: Information Minister Attaullah Tarar on Wednesday lamented the “lack of mechani… -
Fazl Calls for Parliament to Engage Balochistan, KP in Dialogue on Security Issues
ISLAMABAD: Jamiat Ulema-i-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman urged parliament … -
Islamabad Court Issues Non-Bailable Warrants for KP CM Gandapur in 2016 Weapons and Liquor Case
ISLAMABAD: An Islamabad district and sessions court on Wednesday issued a non-bailable arr… -
IHC Directs IGP to Submit Report on Missing Person Faizan Usman by Sept 10
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Wednesday ordered Inspector General of Police… -
ECP Declines to Share Election Expense Financials with Senate Panel
ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has declined to share the requisite i… -
Govt, PTI urge Akhtar Mengal to withdraw resignation
The government and the PTI on Wednesday urged Balochistan National Party-Mengal chief Akht… -
Ahsan Iqbal blames Judiciary, Military for installing ‘inexperienced’ leader in Pakistan
LAHORE: Federal Minister for Planning and Development, Ahsan Iqbal, has accused a group of… -
‘Strings pulled by others,’ JUI-F chief questions govt’s sovereignty
PESHAWAR: Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman launched a scathing cri… -
PM Shehbaz honors martyred Lieutenant, declares military’s efforts to eradicate Fitna-ul-Khawarij from Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday paid tribute to an officer who embraced… -
President Zardari and PM Sharif express support and solidarity on Minorities’ Day
ISLAMABAD: To mark National Minorities Day, President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister … -
Omar Ayub urges institutions to respect constitutional boundaries
LAHORE: Leader of the Opposition in the National Assembly Omar Ayub said on Saturday every… -
May 9 blown out of proportion, says Mehmood Khan Achakzai
LAHORE: Pakhtunkhwa Milli Awami Party chairman Mehmood Khan Achakzai, who also heads Tehre… -
Wang Yi says assassination of Hamas chief jeopardizes Gaza ceasefire negotiations
China’s senior diplomat Wang Yi said the recent assassination of Hamas Politburo chi… -
At least 100 Palestinians killed in Israeli attack in Gaza City
At least 100 Palestinians were killed on Saturday by Israeli airstrikes at a school servin… -
‘Unprecedented barbarity’: PM Shehbaz condemns Israeli strike on Gaza school
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday strongly condemned an Israeli strike … -
Olympic champion Arshad Nadeem to receive hero’s welcome in Lahore tonight
Arshad Nadeem, the Olympic gold medallist from the Paris Games, is set to arrive in Pakist… -
President Zardari to confer Olympic record-maker Arshad Nadeem with Hilal-i-Imtiaz
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari announced on Saturday that Arshad Nadeem would be aw… -
SC orders not mere suggestions, must be followed: judge
ISLAMABAD: Senior puisne judge Syed Mansoor Ali Shah on Friday emphasised that the Supreme… -
Agreement signed with govt to provide relief to citizens, says JI chief
RAWALPINDI: Jamaat-i-Islami (JI) Emir Hafiz Naeemur Rehman on Friday said his party had a … -
Judges biased towards PTI, claims Bilawal
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari launched a scat… -
China’s vocational universities attract more students with broader job opportunities
hen Yuxuan, a high school graduate from east China’s Zhejiang Province, recently mad… -
China sees booming cross-border e-commerce
“Chinese-made products winning fans overseas” and “enjoying global shopp… -
China seeks probe into US doping cover-up
China’s anti-doping watchdog has called for an independent investigation into the Un… -
‘Generals, bureaucrats have taken control of country’, laments CJP Isa
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court of Pakistan has intervened to prevent the removal of Rana Sae… -
Civil-military leadership lauds Arshad Nadeem’s record-breaking performance in Paris
PARIS: Arshad Nadeem’s historic gold medal win at the Paris Olympics has garnered wi… -
FO rejects Indian speculation of Pakistani involvement in Sheikh Hasina’s ouster
ISLAMABAD: The Foreign Office (FO) on Friday rejected all speculation in India about Pakis… -
Masjid-i-Nabvi imam highlights Pakistan’s ‘significant’ position for Muslim world in COAS meeting
RAWALPINDI: Masjid-i-Nabvi Imam Dr Salah bin Mohammad Al-Budair on Friday highlighted Paki… -
US envoy appreciates Pakistan’s decision to extend Afghan refugees’ stay
ISLAMABAD: United States Ambassador to Pakistan Donald Blome has appreciated Pakistan’s de… -
PML-N leaders reject Imran’s conditional apology
LAHORE: PML-N leaders, rejecting former prime minister Imran Khan’s offer to tender a cond… -
Jamaat-i-Islami calls off sit-in as govt agrees to form task force
RAWALPINDI: The Jamaat-i-Islami has called off its two-week-long sit-in after it reached a… -
External sector crisis under control, Governor SBP
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s central bank Governor, Jameel Ahmad, announced on Wednesday th… -
Govt to review and ‘terminate contracts with 15 IPPs’
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistani government has decided to review and terminate agreements with 15… -
Unprecedented cooperation between govt, institutions to rid country of challenges: PM
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday said that the coalition government an… -
Anarchy is spread through social media: COAS Munir
ISLAMABAD: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir on Thursday warned that social me… -
US has held no discussions about Asif Merchant with Pakistan, says State Dept spokesperson
ISLAMABAD: US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller on Thursday said Washington has… -
New election law meant to stop floor crossing, says Attaullah Tarar
ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Information Attaullah Tarar said on Wednesday that parliam… -
ECP asked to restore its prestige by giving 41 NA seats to PTI
ISLAMABAD: Former Federal Minister Fawad Chaudhry on Wednesday asked the Election Commissi… -
Imran Khan offers conditional apology over May 9 events
RAWALPINDI: Imran Khan, the founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), has offered a condi… -
PTI’s Aliya Hamza released from Gujranwala Jail following LHC order
GUJRANWALA: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) ex-MNA Aliya Hamza was released from Gujranwa… -
PTI moves SC against bill preventing independents from joining political parties
ISLAMABAD: The PTI on Wednesday moved the Supreme Court against a law that would bar indep… -
Resolution on Kashmir supported by all but one lawmaker
ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly on Tuesday passed a resolution rejecting India’s unilater… -
Passport printing issue to be resolved by Sept end: law minister
ISLAMABAD: Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar on Tuesday informed the National Assembly that n… -
Imran Khan cites ‘oppression’ as key factor behind Bangladesh unrest
RAWALPINDI: Imran Khan, founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), has called for an end t… -
Opposition to challenge Election Act Amendment Bill in Supreme Court
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar has announced the oppos… -
Senate passes Election Act Amendment Bill 2024 after NA approval
ISLAMABAD: The Senate has passed the Election Act Amendment Bill 2024 by a majority vote, … -
Nadeem’s 86.59m throw leads him to Olympic Javelin Final
PARIS : Arshad Nadeem cruised to the Olympic javelin final with a solid 86.59m throw in Tu… -
Bill barring independents from joining parties rushed through Parliament amid PTI opposition
ISLAMABAD: Both houses of Parliament on Tuesday passed a bill seeking to bar independent l… -
PTI marks Imran’s ‘year in prison’ with Swabi jalsa
SWABI: As its founder Imran Khan completed one year in jail, the PTI and its allies on Mon… -
LHC concerned at Imran’s arrest in fresh cases
LAHORE: A Lahore High Court division bench on Monday issued notices to the National Accoun… -
Top Russian security official holds talks in Iran
TEHRAN: A senior ally of President Vladimir Putin arrived in Tehran on Monday for talks wi… -
Tarar highlights significance of Foreign Policy for every nation
KARACHI: Pakistan is committed to good relations with all friendly countries and every cou… -
Chief Justice outlines why Arshad Sharif case not warrant larger bench
ISLAMABAD: Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Qazi Faez Isa has explained that the Arshad Sha… -
Senate unanimously passes resolution on Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh’s martyrdom
ISLAMABAD: The Senate, chaired by Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani, convened on Monday to address t… -
Youm-i-Istehsal Kashmir: PM Shehbaz urges India to ‘move to dispute resolution’ for lasting regional peace
ISLAMABAD: As the nation marks five years since India revoked the special autonomy of occu… -
Not enough being done against digital terrorism under law: DG ISPR
RAWALPINDI: Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General (DG) Lieutenant Genera… -
Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina has resigned, interim govt to run country: army chief
DHAKA: Bangladesh’s army chief Wakeruz Zaman said on Monday he will form an interim govern… -
India violated global norms with August 5 move, President
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has said India’s actions in the held Kashmir since A… -
Gandapur promises all-out support to police in fight against militancy
PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Khan Gandapur has said that fighting … -
Hammad Azhar concerned by ‘threats’ to Imran
LAHORE: Expressing concerns over alleged threats to the life of PTI founding chairman Imra… -
Strong Chinese trade offers new driver for global economic growth
ontrary to the pessimistic views perpetuated by some U.S. politicians and the U.S. media, … -
China to improve systems, mechanisms in its reform of ecological conservation: official
China will focus on improving relevant systems and mechanisms to deepen its reform of ecol… -
Manufacturer of media backpacks for Beijing 2008 Olympic Games sees surging orders during ongoing Paris Olympics
In the workshop of Xiangxing Group, a bag and luggage manufacturer located in Fuqing city,… -
PPP calls for National Assembly dissolution, fresh elections amid political tensions
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) has urged the federal government to dissolve t… -
Imran Khan forms committee to review corruption allegations in K-P
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan has responded to corruption a… -
Dissenting notes from judges cloud SC reserved seats case verdict, says government
ISLAMBAD: Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Attaullah Tarar, has raised c… -
Ali Muhammad Khan hints at possible PTI dialogues with three major parties
ISLAMABAD: Senior PTI leader and former minister for parliamentary affairs, Ali Muhammad K… -
Pakistan to mark Youm-i-Istehsal on Monday in solidarity with Kashmir
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has announced that Pakistan will observe Youm-i-Istehsal… -
Imran pins responsibility for apology on Army over his detention
ISLAMABAD: Former prime minister Imran Khan has claimed that the army owes an apology to h… -
‘PTI was not a party in reserved seats case’: SC judges issue dissenting opinion
ISLAMABAD: Justices Aminuddin Khan and Naeem Akhtar Afghan of Supreme Court have issued a … -
‘No solid outcomes yet’: Gandapur on talks with establishment
RAWALPINDI: Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur has confirmed ongoing comm… -
PTI tops IMF interest payments, PPP accumulates highest debt: Report
ISLAMABAD: The Federal Ministry of Economic Affairs has released significant data revealin… -
Pakistan backs Iran’s request for OIC emergency meeting following Hamas Chief’s death
ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Saturday said that Pakistan fully supported Iran’… -
Imran warns KP ministers of accountability
PESHAWAR: Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaaf founder and former prime minister Imran Khan has sent … -
US vows to help prevent terror attacks, TTP recruitment
WASHINGTON: The United States has reaffirmed its commitment to preventing groups like the … -
PTI founding member shot dead in Lahore
LAHORE: A hospital owner, who was one of PTI’s founding members, was shot dead in Valencia… -
FO builds its case on India-held Kashmir before foreign diplomats
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Friday called on the international community to pressure India to r… -
Confusion over Sher Marwat’s expulsion from PTI
ISLAMABAD: Confusion surrounds the expulsion of Sher Afzal Marwat from PTI after a notifi… -
Bushra Bibi withdraws LHC plea challenging Toshakhana arrest
LAHORE: The Lahore High Court dismissed a plea filed by Bushra Bibi, wife of PTI founder I… -
Gwadar sit-in to end as Baloch Yakjehti Committee, govt sign agreement
GAWADAR: The Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) has decided to end its protest in Gwadar, Bal… -
Govt announces Rs5m ‘support package’ for each family of missing persons
ISLAMABAD: The government on Friday announced a Rs5 million “support package” per family o… -
NA passes resolution saying Haniyeh’s killing ‘deliberate conspiracy to sabotage’ Gaza ceasefire efforts
ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly on Friday unanimously adopted a resolution condemning the… -
PM Shehbaz writes letter to China requesting debt reprofiling
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday said that he had written a letter to the Chinese g… -
PTI information secretary Raoof Hassan, eight others granted bail by Islamabad court
ISLAMABAD: A court in Islamabad on Thursday granted post-arrest bail to PTI Secretary Info… -
China firmly opposes, condemns assassination of Hamas leader: spokesperson
China is highly concerned about the death of Hamas Politburo Chief Ismail Haniyeh, and fir… -
Olympics | China’s Pan breaks world record to win men’s 100m freestyle gold
China’s Pan Zhanle set a new world record as he stormed to victory in the men&… -
President seeks solution to energy costs, capacity payments to IPPs
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari called on Thursday for finding a win-win solution to… -
‘PTA ready to lift X ban upon government approval’
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) Chairman Hafeezur Rehman announced o… -
Olympics | Chinese divers Chen Yiwen and Chang Yani win women’s synchro 3m springboard
China’s Chen Yiwen and Chang Yani won the women’s synchronised 3m springboard … -
Pakistan declares August 2 national day of mourning over Ismail Haniyeh assassination
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday strongly denounced the killing of Ham… -
PTI vows to form grand opposition alliance with Imran Khan’s nod
RAWALPINDI: As the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) prepares for a major rally next week, se… -
Liu Yukun earns China’s 10th Paris gold in men’s 50m rifle 3 positions
Liu Yukun won the men’s 50-meter rifle 3 positions shooting final at the 2024 Paris … -
PML-N not concerned by any talks between army, PTI: Ahsan Iqbal
ISLAMABAD: Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal has said that the PML-N does not have reason to w… -
Raoof Hasan among 10 PTI activists shifted to Adiala jail
RAWALPINDI: Ten activists of Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) including its Secretary Inform… -
CPEC transformed Pakistan into attractive investment destination: minister
ISLAMABAD: Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal on Wedne… -
Foreign journalist seeking audience with Imran ‘deported’
ISLAMABAD: A British-American author and journalist, who had been trying to secure a me… -
Govt forms body on missing persons
ISLAMABAD: The government has notified a three-member committee comprising top intelligenc… -
Tax hike for salaried persons a temporary measure: Aurangzeb
KARACHI: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has said the increased taxes, especially for …