A United States congressional delegation on Monday described its visit to Pakistan as “highly successful and productive”, expressing optimism for stronger Pakistan-US relations in the future. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir separately met the delegation of US congressmen in the twin cities yesterday to emphasise the country’s […]
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Punjab CM greets Sikh community on Baisakhi festival
Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif in her special message on ‘Baisakhi’ said, “Baisakhi is a beautiful cultural festival of Punjab. The wheat harvest heralds the message of joys of ‘Baisakhi’ festivity. The ‘Baisakhi’ festival pays back the fruit of the labour of hardworking farmer.” She said, “I am happy that the Sikh community around […]
PPP Sindh chapter finalizes strategy to protest canal project on April 18
A key meeting held at her residence under the chairmanship of senior Pakistan Peoples Party leader Ms. Faryal Talpur, during which preparations for the jalsa (gathering) scheduled to be held in Hyderabad on April 18 were finalized. The meeting was also attended by Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah, PPP central leader Makhdoom Jamil-uz-Zaman, […]
NA passes resolution in solidarity with Palestine, slams Israeli atrocities
The National Assembly on Monday unanimously passed a resolution strongly condemning the ongoing brutalities committed by the Israeli regime against the people of Palestine. Moved by Federal Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar, the resolution expressed deep outrage over the recent wave of Israeli aggression that resumed on March 18, resulting in the killing of over […]
Law minister briefs EU delegation on efforts to protect human rights
A European Union delegation, led by Serban Dimitrie Sturdza, Chair of the Delegation for Relations with the Countries of South Asia (DSAS), met with the Federal Minister for Law & Justice and Human Rights, Senator Azam Nazeer Tarar. The delegation included Dr. Riina Kionka, EU Ambassador to Pakistan, along with Members of the European Parliament […]
Islamabad down Peshawar by 102 runs
Islamabad United secured their second consecutive victory after thrashing Peshawar Zalmi by 102 runs in the fifth game of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 at the Pindi Cricket Stadium on Monday. Chasing 244, the side was bowled out for 141 in 18.2 overs. Wicketkeeping batter Mohammad Haris remained the top run-getter for Peshawar Zalmi, […]
Government increases vehicle transfer fees, including for EVs
The federal government has increased vehicle transfer fees across Pakistan, including for electric vehicles (EVs), with immediate effect. The new fees, announced by the Ministry of Finance, apply to both traditional and electric vehicles and are to be deposited into the designated government account. The changes aim to streamline the vehicle transfer process and bring […]
3 dead as protests against Muslim land law turn violent in India
Protesters angered by a new law on land use they say discriminates against Muslims set fire to police vehicles in Kolkata, capital of India’s West Bengal State, on Monday after a weekend of violence claimed three lives, authorities said. The unrest began in the Murshidabad district, where Muslim protesters set fire to shopping malls, attacked […]
Punjab standing committee approves acid control bill
The Standing Committee Home Department on Monday formally approved the Punjab Acid Control Bill 2025 (Bill No. 15 of 2025), marking a major step forward in the protection of women and vulnerable groups. The bill was presented by Member Provincial Assembly and Chairperson of the Punjab Women Protection Authority, Hina Pervaiz Butt. The committee meeting […]
Ahsan Iqbal urges Sindh govt to prioritise Karachi’s infrastructure
Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal has urged the Sindh government to prioritise the development of Karachi’s infrastructure, particularly the K-IV water supply project, calling the city Pakistan’s economic and financial hub. Speaking to the media following a meeting with members of the Pakistan Business Council, Iqbal said the federal government is investing Rs125b into the K-IV […]