Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti clarified on Wednesday that the anti-terrorism law will not be used against ordinary citizens, emphasizing that it is meant solely to tackle terrorist activities with special arrangements. Speaking to the media, Bugti cited the brutal killing of laborers in the Maulana Hidayat-ur-Rehman area as an example, noting that after […]
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Punjab CM cracks down on wheat hoarders amid flood losses
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has ordered strict action against wheat hoarders after a three-day grace period for stock declaration ended, signaling a firm stance against illegal accumulation amid ongoing floods. During a high-level meeting, the chief minister instructed authorities to take legal action against those failing to declare their wheat stocks. She stressed […]
Pakistan takes charge of SCO anti-terror unit
Pakistan officially assumed the chairmanship of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization’s Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure (SCO-RATS) for the 2025–26 term on Wednesday. The move reinforces Pakistan’s commitment to regional peace, with a sharp focus on countering terrorism and promoting security cooperation. According to the Foreign Office, this appointment reflects the confidence of SCO member states in Pakistan’s […]
Shan Masood crosses 12,000 runs in first-class cricket
Pakistan Test captain Shan Masood reached a significant milestone by scoring 12,000 runs in first-class cricket. He achieved this while playing for Leicestershire against Gloucestershire in county cricket. At the time, Shan was batting on 80 runs. This achievement marks an important step in his career. With this milestone, Shan became the 43rd Pakistani batsman […]
Court rejects bail plea of Hassan Zahid in Samia Hijab case
ISLAMABAD – The Islamabad District and Sessions Court has dismissed the bail plea of Hasan Zahid, accused in the alleged abduction and threats case involving social media influencer Samia Hijab. Authorities said the decision came after police presented evidence linking him to the incidents. The Shalimar police had registered two FIRs against Zahid—one for abduction […]
KP raises minimum wage to Rs40,000, boosts worker benefits
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government has officially fixed the minimum wage at Rs40,000 for workers in all industrial and economic zones. The new wage policy aims to improve the livelihoods of laborers throughout the province. The minimum daily wage is set at Rs1,538.46, and its implementation began on July 1, 2025. Employers are now prohibited from […]
PM Shehbaz pushes stronger US-China ties amid crisis
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif called for better relations with the United States and stronger strategic ties with China. He made these remarks during a federal cabinet meeting. Sharif said Pakistan must boost cooperation to advance national development and security. He highlighted ongoing efforts to expand business and investment opportunities with both countries. The Prime Minister […]
Pakistan forms national committee to counter extremism
ISLAMABAD – The Federal Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has announced the formation of the ‘Qaumi Paigham-e-Aman Committee’ (National Peace Committee) to counter extremism, hate speech, terrorism, and sectarianism. The committee will act as a sub-body of the National Committee on Narrative Building. Officials said its primary goal is to create a unified national […]
T20 World Cup 2026 set for India, Sri Lanka
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 will likely take place from February 7 to March 8. India and Sri Lanka will co-host the tournament, marking Sri Lanka’s first time hosting since 2012. India last hosted in 2016. The ICC has shared the tentative schedule with participating teams, though final confirmation is pending. Matches will […]
Utility stores employees receive Rs19.54 billion compensation
ISLAMABAD – The government has approved a Rs19.54 billion compensation package for all Utility Stores Corporation employees laid off from September 1, 2025. The package covers permanent, contract, and daily wage employees, totaling 11,406 workers. Officials said the move aims to provide financial support and ensure smooth transition for affected employees following the restructuring of […]