The Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital and Research Centre recently organised a ceremony to unveil a memorial plaque in honour of the late Dr Neelam Siddiqui, a dedicated medical oncologist who served the institution for more than 20 years. Her husband, Dr Rashid Naeem Siddiqui, unveiled the plaque in the presence of family members and […]
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Era of Journalism by Dr Syed Nadeem published
A new research book titled “Maulana Zafar Ali Khan’s Era of Journalism” by Dr. Syed Nadeem Hassan Gilani has been published. The book is a comprehensive and authoritative study of Maulana Zafar Ali Khan’s life, journalistic struggle, ideological vision, and political resistance. Spread over 782 pages, it critically examines Maulana’s editorials, speeches, poetry, court cases, […]
Tehran talks on Afghanistan conclude without deal
Senior officials from Afghanistan’s immediate neighbours, along with Russia, convened in Tehran to discuss the ongoing situation in Afghanistan. However, diplomatic sources said, the high-profile meeting ended without a joint communiqué, highlighting continuing divisions over the approach to the Taliban regime and regional security. Hosted by Iran, the meeting of special representatives of Afghanistan’s neighbouring […]
Court rejects bail of accused in Rs 46.1 million First Women Bank case
A special court in the federal capital on Monday rejected a pre-arrest bail request in a case involving alleged embezzlement of Rs 46.1 million from accounts maintained at the First Women Bank, leading to the arrest of the accused. Special Judge Central Humayun Dilawar announced the decision after hearing arguments on the bail plea of […]
Jaffer Khan Magsi wins 21st Jhal Magsi Jeep Rally
Nawabzada Jaffer Khan Magsi win the top spot in the Prepared Category in the 21st edition of the historic Jhal Magsi Desert Challenge Jeep Rally concluded on Sunday with a thrilling showcase of speed, endurance, and skill. Governor Balochistan, Jaffar Khan Mandokhail, attended the closing ceremony as chief guest, underscoring the prestige of one of […]
Court rejects UK national’s bail plea in case of attempting to kill traffic policeman
An Anti-Terrorism Court dismissed the post-arrest bail petition of Pakistani-origin British citizen Aqib Khan in the case of attempting to kill a traffic policeman and spreading terror in I-8 Markaz. ATC Judge Abual Hassnat Muhammad Zulkarnain heard the case. During the hearing, the accused’s lawyer took the stand that his client is a British national […]
Court dismisses pre-arrest bail pleas of PTI leader
An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) on Monday dismissed the pre-arrest bail petition of PTI leader Abdul Latif Chitrali in four cases related to the November 26, protest case. ATC Judge Abual Hasanat Muhammad Zulkarnain heard the pre-arrest bail petition of PTI leader Abdul Latif Chitrali. The accused did not appear before the court during hearing due […]
KAPCO back online as NEPRA clears tariff issue
Kot Addu Power Company Limited (KAPCO) has resumed operations and rejoined the national grid after more than ten weeks of suspension that began on October 1, 2025. With the tariff issue resolved, KAPCO’s return strengthens supply reliability in southern Punjab and restores a key Black Start-capable facility to the national system. The interruption had occurred […]
Court holds tweet case until Dec 17 as SC stay continues
The District & Sessions Court of Islamabad on Monday postponed proceedings in a case linked to a disputed social media post against Iman Mazari and Hadi Ali Chattha after being informed that the Supreme Court has issued a stay order. Additional District and Sessions Judge Muhammad Afzal Majoka presided over the hearing at the district […]
New JIT in Dr Warda Mushtaq murder case begins working
The new Joint Investigation Team (JIT), formed after the removal of DPO Abbottabad to probe the murder of Dr. Warda Mushtaq, who was a medical officer at DHQ Hospital, Abbottabad, began its working on Monday. The team visited the places where the deceased was taken after her abduction and where her body was concealed. The […]