Pakistan
Naqvi sees off Russian counterpart after 4-day visit, Pakistan, Russia sign organized crime pact
ISLAMABAD,: Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Thursday saw off his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Kolokoltsev, at the airport as he departed for Moscow after completing a four-day visit to Pakistan. The Russian Interior Minister thanked Naqvi for the hospitality extended to him during his stay, saying he was returning with sincerity and affection from Pakistan. […]
PTI moves PHC against emergency, governor’s rule in K-P
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan on Wednesday filed a petition in the Peshawar High Court (PHC), challenging the imposition of emergency and governor’s rule in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) and seeking the restoration of the province’s elected government. In a post on X, PTI Central Information Secretary Sheikh Waqas Akram said the petition had […]
PEMRA bars live coverage of blasts, firing and terrorist attacks
The Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) on Wednesday directed satellite television channels to refrain from broadcasting or providing live coverage of explosions, blasts, firing and terrorist attacks, warning that violations would invite legal action. In a notification issued on October 13, the regulator reiterated its prohibition order dated February 20, 2023, directing news, current […]
President, PM commend security forces for successful operation in Washuk
President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have commended security forces for their successful operation against terrorists in Washuk district of Balochistan. In their separate statements, they reaffirmed their resolve that effective operations will continue against terrorist elements, which are involved in disrupting peace and spreading fear in Balochistan. In his statement, President […]
PM Shehbaz expresses displeasure over slow progress on Gemstones Pilot Project
ISLAMABAD : Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday expressed displeasure over slow progress on Gemstones Pilot Project and delays in implementing measures for the sector’s development, directing to prepare a time-bound action plan on priority basis. “Measures for the development of the gemstones and jewellery sector are a priority, and no delays will be […]
Makkah Alliance secretary general meets PM Shehbaz, briefs premier on defence cooperation
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday met the newly appointed secretary general of the Makkah Defence Alliance, retired Lieutenant General Nauman Mahmood, and was briefed on the strategy to promote “defence and strategic cooperation” under the pact, state-run Radio Pakistan reported. Mahmood was appointed as the first secretary general of the defence alliance between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye last […]
Section 144 imposed in DI Khan, pillion riding and public gatherings banned
DERA ISMAIL KHAN: The district administration imposed Section 144 across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Dera Ismail Khan district, banning pillion riding and public gatherings, rallies and processions until Nov 11, citing law and order concerns. The restrictions were imposed through an order issued by Deputy Commissioner Hikmatullah on Oct 13 and took immediate effect. Under the order, […]
Bilawal accuses PTI of ‘political suicide attack’ on KP govt, renews dialogue offer
Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has blamed the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)-led Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government for the circumstances that led to the imposition of an emergency in the province, describing its actions as a “political suicide attack”. Addressing the National Assembly session on Wednesday, Bilawal said the emergency and governor’s rule were measures taken […]
FCC rejects Bushra Bibi’s plea seeking suspension of sentence in £190m case
ISLAMABAD: The Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) on Wednesday dismissed an application filed by Bushra Bibi, wife of incarcerated former prime minister Imran Khan, seeking suspension of her sentence in the £190 million case. A two-member bench headed by FCC Chief Justice Aminuddin Khan announced the decision, turning down the plea filed by former prime minister […]
In meeting with DPM Dar, Oman’s FM lauds Pakistan’s key role in promoting peace
Oman’s Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr bin Hamad bin Hamood Al Busaidi has commended Pakistan’s constructive role in promoting regional peace and security, particularly its efforts to create space for engagement between Iran and the United States amid rising regional tensions. The remarks were made during the 8th Pakistan-Oman Joint Ministerial Commission session in Islamabad on […]