The Judicial Commission of Pakistan (JCP) has approved the appointment of two new judges to strengthen the constitutional bench. Chaired by Chief Justice of Pakistan Yahya Afridi, the commission held a crucial meeting to discuss the nominations. According to sources, the names of Justice Ali Baqar Najafi and Justice Aqeel Abbasi were agreed upon by […]
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Pakistan, Bangladesh resume FO-level talks after 15-year hiatus
Pakistan and Bangladesh have resumed high-level diplomatic consultations for the first time in 15 years as senior officials from both sides met in Dhaka on Thursday to revive bilateral engagement and address regional and international matters of mutual interest. The Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) were held at the State Guest House Padma and led by […]
The Art and Industry of the Underwater Reel Adventure: Navigating Modern Angling Technologies
In recent decades, angling has evolved from a traditional leisure activity into a highly sophisticated pursuit driven by technological innovation, scientific understanding, and consumer demand for authentic experiences. Central to this progression is the advent of innovative fishing gear designed for extreme environments and challenging conditions. Among these, the underwater reel adventure epitomizes both the […]
Default risk over as economy booms, says Punjab CM
Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif said, “Everyone should be proud of speaking and being called Punjabi. The people of Punjab, its people are all our own. I have immense love for the soil, people, music, traditions, culture of Punjab.” She while addressing the “Punjab Culture Day ceremony at Al Hamra Arts Council said, “I […]
Govt to seek fresh bids for PIA next week
The government will publish an advertisement next week to attract new bidders for the privatisation of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), the privatisation ministry said in a statement on Wednesday. The government’s failed first attempt to privatise PIA cost the national exchequer $4.3 million, the National Assembly Standing Committee on Privatisation was informed on February 26. […]
Sindh writes to IRSA again, demanding closure of TP Link Canal
The Sindh irrigation department on Thursday sent a fresh letter – the second in the last 48 hours – to the Indus River System Authority (Irsa) to seek the immediate closure of the Taunsa Panjnad (TP) Link Canal to avoid water shortages in the province. The Sindh government’s irrigation department on Tuesday wrote a letter […]
PPP ‘retains NA-213 seat with thumping win’
Pakistan People’s Party’s (PPP) Saba Talpur clinched victory in NA 213 (Umarkot) by-election with a lead of over 74,000 votes, as per unofficial and unannounced results. The PPP candidate secured the seat after bagging 148,965 votes followed by Lal Malhi, an independent candidate fielded by Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and other opposition parties, as per results […]
Russia scraps Afghan Taliban’s ‘terror’ label amid warming ties
Moscow, which called US withdrawal a “failure”, has taken steps to normalise relations with Taliban authorities Russia’s Supreme Court on Thursday removed the Taliban’s designation as a “terrorist organisation”, a symbolic gesture aimed at building friendly ties with Afghanistan’s de facto rulers. The group seized power in Afghanistan in August 2021, when American forces supporting […]
Full court deliberates on proposal to revise fee for counsel appointed at state expense
A full court meeting was held on Thursday at the Supreme Court under the Chairmanship of Hon’ble Justice Yahya Afridi Chief Justice of Pakistan. It was attended by all the Hon’ble Judges of the Supreme Court of Pakistan. The Hon’ble Chief Justice commenced the session by welcoming the Hon’ble Judges and outlining the agenda aimed […]
Imran’s sisters, PTI leaders released after brief detention outside Adiala jail
Several senior leaders of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), including National Assembly Opposition Leader Omar Ayub and the jailed former prime minister Imran Khan’s sisters, were briefly detained and later released by Rawalpindi police on Thursday near Adiala jail, where the PTI founder is being held. The detentions occurred following a verbal confrontation at a police checkpoint […]