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India fails to crush spirit of IIOJK residents fighting for self-determination: Amir Muqam

Muqam commemorates Pakistan Accession Day, supports Kashmir’s historic decision

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ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan Affairs and Minister for SAFRON, Engineer Amir Muqam, while issuing a special message on the occasion of Pakistan Accession Day, has reiterated full support for the legitimate struggle of the Kashmiri people for their right to self-determination and their historic decision to accede to Pakistan. Highlighting the significance of […]

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Bushra Bibi sister expresses serious reservations over awarding of ticket to Mashal Yousafzai

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PESHAWAR: Awarding of tickets for the Senate elections in Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf has taken a new turn, when Maryam Riaz Wattoo, sister of PTI founder Bushra Bibi’s wife, expressed serious reservations over the Senate ticket given to Mashal Yousafzai. Maryam Riaz Wattoo clarified in her statement on social media platform X (formerly Twitter) “Bushra Bibi did

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Gomal University research raises concerns over Islamabad drinking water

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ISLAMABAD:  A recent study conducted by Gomal University Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Muhammad Zafar Iqbal has raised serious questions about the quality of drinking water in the federal capital, Islamabad. He tested the water obtained from his residence, Swan Garden Islamabad, and analyzed at the Gomal University Water Research Laboratory, which gave alarming results. The

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Govt decides convert FC into Federal Force to strengthen internal security frameworks

Mohsin Naqvi ensures tribal quota in FC recruitment, denies abolition rumours

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ISLAMABAD: Federal interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has clarified that the Frontier Corps (FC) will continue recruiting personnel from tribal areas, dismissing rumors about the abolition of quotas for tribal candidates. During a media briefing, Naqvi emphasized the government’s commitment to supporting Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and the tribal regions. He stated that FC recruitment would proceed as

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Commander in Chief of Libyan Armed Forces meets Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir at GHQ

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RAWALPINDI: Lieutenant General Saddam Khalifa Haftar, Commander in Chief of Libyan Armed Forces, called on Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Army Staff at General Headquarters, today. On this occasion, the military leadership of both countries discuss matters of mutual interest, evolving regional dynamics, security challenges and matters related to defence cooperation.

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Pakistan, Uzbekistan, and Afghanistan on Thursday signed a landmark railway agreement to enhance regional connectivity and trade. The Uzbekistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan (UAP) Railway Project will link Central Asia to Pakistani seaports via Afghanistan, boosting economic integration.

Pakistan signs trilateral railway deal with Uzbekistan, Afghanistan

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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan, Uzbekistan, and Afghanistan on Thursday signed a landmark railway agreement to enhance regional connectivity and trade. The Uzbekistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan (UAP) Railway Project will link Central Asia to Pakistani seaports via Afghanistan, boosting economic integration. Deputy PM Ishaq Dar, who witnessed the signing in Kabul, called it a “major milestone” resulting from the PDM government’s efforts

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ISPR Summer Internship kicks off with 6,500 university students

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ISLAMABAD: The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) has kicked off its Summer Internship Program 2025 with participation from thousands of students across Pakistan. The program, running simultaneously in 33 cities, has attracted over 6,500 students from more than 150 universities. The initiative aims to enhance leadership skills among youth through educational, creative, and practical activities while preparing them to promote Pakistan’s positive image globally. Interns are

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Minister stresses swift grievance redressal, applauds BISP efforts, and promotes Hunarmand Programme

Minister stresses swift grievance redressal, applauds BISP efforts, and promotes Hunarmand Programme

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Federal Minister for Poverty Alleviation & Social Safety, Syed Imran Ahmed Shah, paid a pivotal visit to the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) Central Zonal Office in Lahore to review the progress of ongoing initiatives and reinforce the government’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and efficiency in service delivery. Upon arrival, the Minister was warmly welcomed

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PM orders third-party audits to boost transparency in public welfare projects

PM orders third-party audits to boost transparency in public welfare projects

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Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif directed on Thursday that third-party validation be ensured for transparency in public welfare projects, particularly those related to clean water, electricity, communication, and education. He emphasised the importance of maintaining high standards in both completed and near-completion projects through independent validation. While chairing a review meeting on the development projects

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PDMA KP issues fresh alert as more rains expected across province

Heavy rainfall triggers urban flooding in Rawalpindi, Islamabad

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PESHAWAR: The Routine life of the citizens was badly affected as heavy rains lashed Rawalpindi and Islamabad on the third consecutive day, resulting in floods and inundation of water near houses and commercial centre. The twin cities recorded 129 mm of rain, resulting in high water in various streams to a dangerous level. According to

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