39 h. ago Experts say Pakistan’s EV growth needs time and strong policies

Pakistan’s electric vehicle (EV) industry is still in its infancy, with experts comparing it to a newborn baby that needs time to develop. The government’s National Electric Vehicle (NEV) Policy 2025-30 aims to boost EV adoption and build supporting infrastructure like charging stations across the country. Global EV brands like BYD, Deepal, and MG have […]

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64 h. ago Experts warn of national crisis as India’s water moves raise alarms

Water experts have raised serious concerns over India’s persistent water aggression, urging Pakistan to take urgent action to protect its precious water resources. They emphasized that water is not just a resource but the lifeline of the nation—and it must be defended with strong internal policies and long-term planning. According to experts, Pakistan’s internal weaknesses […]

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5 d. ago Legal experts and allies criticize speaker’s move to disqualify MPAs

LAHORE: Government allies, along with legal and political experts, have questioned the validity of the Punjab Assembly speaker’s move to file a reference seeking the disqualification of 26 PTI/SIC lawmakers for their conduct during a session. Critics have called the reference an overreaction and lacking legal grounds. The reference, reportedly submitted to the Election Commission […]

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1 week ago Strong ties with US don’t entail support for unjust policies: Dar

Strong ties with the United States will not mean unconditional support for its policies, especially when they are unjust, said Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Friday. Briefing the press in Islamabad, the deputy PM emphasised that Pakistan was aware that Iran would not remain passive after the US bombed three of […]

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1 week ago Strong ties with US not mean unconditional support for its policies: Dar

ISLAMABAD: Strong ties with the United States will not mean unconditional support for its policies, especially when they are unjust, said Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Friday. Speaking at a presser in Islamabad, DPM Dar emphasized that Pakistan was aware that Iran would not remain passive after the US bombed three […]

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1 week ago Legal victory for Pakistan in water dispute as court affirms authority

Pakistan welcomed the recent court ruling on the Indus Waters dispute. The Court of Arbitration in The Hague confirmed its authority to hear the case. It rejected India’s claim to exclude the Court’s jurisdiction and rely solely on a Neutral Expert. Pakistan’s Foreign Office issued a statement saying the court affirmed that India’s unilateral actions […]

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1 week ago UN rights experts slam India’s forced evictions, demolitions of Muslim properties

GENEVA: The United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) has issued a stark condemnation of India’s ongoing arbitrary demolitions, which disproportionately target minorities, particularly Muslims, and violate their housing rights. The Council has raised concerns over the misuse of national security measures to justify forced evictions. The UNHRC, during its 59th session held in Geneva, emphasized […]

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2 w. ago Conference calls for safer, standardized aesthetic practices in Pakistan

KARACHI: The Dermatology and Aesthetic Association of Pakistan (DAAP) held its annual conference, DAAPCon 2025, where experts highlighted the increasing popularity of cosmetic treatments and the need for stricter regulations to ensure safe practices. Dr. Bilal Shah, President of DAAP, emphasized that aesthetic procedures should only be performed by trained and registered professionals, warning against […]

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2 w. ago Inaugural Ivy Future of Pakistan Conference at Yale Explores Governance and Diplomacy

The Ivy Future of Pakistan Conference at Yale University united students from top Ivy League schools with global policy experts, officials, and diplomats to underscore Pakistan’s pivotal role in global diplomacy and the substantial contributions of its diaspora in the U.S. In his keynote address, Pakistan’s former Ambassador, Ali Jehangir Siddiqui, stressed the necessity for […]

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4 w. ago PM Shehbaz calls economic indicators ‘satisfactory’, urges unity for growth

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said that Pakistan’s economic indicators are “satisfactory,” and now is the time to move forward. He highlighted growth in exports, remittances, and IT exports, expressing optimism about Pakistan’s economic direction. Addressing a federal cabinet meeting before the budget presentation, the Prime Minister emphasized the resilience shown by the nation over […]

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4 w. ago Islamabad, Pakistan weather: Severe heatwaves to persist till Thursday

ISLAMABAD – Severe heatwaves will likely persist in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and most parts of Pakistan on Wednesday and Thursday. Experts

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