32 h. ago Five dacoits killed in police encounters across Punjab, CCD takes action

SIALKOT: Five notorious dacoits were shot dead in four separate police encounters across Punjab in the cities of Lahore, Okara, Sialkot, and Chiniot, according to reports. The encounters occurred as Crime Control Department (CCD) teams engaged in operations to apprehend suspected criminals. The first encounter took place in Lahore’s Nawankot area, where an accused dacoit, […]

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44 h. ago Murad Shah takes stern notice of 3 tragic incidents in Nawabshah, Lyari, Khairpur

Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has expressed deep sorrow and concern over three separate tragic incidents that occurred in Lyari, Nawabshah, and Khairpur. Taking immediate notice, he directed the concerned authorities to take strict action and ensure justice for the victims. Lyari building collapse: Expressing deep grief over the loss of lives caused […]

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57 h. ago PTI spokesperson blasts jail conditions, rising inflation, and targeting

PTI spokesperson Sheikh Waqas Akram strongly criticized the Adiala Jail authorities on Thursday, accusing them of violating court orders and mistreating political prisoners. He urged the Chief Justice to take immediate action, calling the situation “a mockery of the justice system” during a press conference held in Rawalpindi. He alleged that senior PTI leader Dr […]

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66 h. ago Female journos to be included in Commission for Protection of Journalists

The Information Department of the Government of Sindh has decided to include women journalists in the Commission for the Protection of Journalists and Other Media Practitioners. It has also been decided to seek cabinet approval to empower the commission and grant it the authority to take action against officials who fail to respond to its […]

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4 d. ago Supreme court bans immediate tax recovery without proper notice

ISLAMABAD – The Supreme Court has ruled that tax authorities cannot carry out immediate coercive recoveries under Section 140 of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001, without giving proper notice. The verdict emphasizes that a clear due date must be mentioned before any recovery action is taken. A three-member bench led by Justice Munib Akhtar, with […]

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8 d. ago Asian landlord vs London council: case sparks discrimination fears

LONDON: A British Asian leading landlord is appealing a £15,600 financial penalty imposed by Waltham Forest Council, arguing that the borough’s licensing demands are unlawful and that he has been unfairly targeted as an individual rather than through the corporate entity responsible for the property. he Council has taken financial penalty action against Asad Chaudhary’s […]

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9 d. ago Sharjeel Memon orders demolition of dangerous Lyari buildings

KARACHI: After a five-storey building collapsed in Lyari last week, killing 27 people and injuring 10, the Sindh government has taken strict action. Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Memon announced on Thursday that nine unsafe buildings in Lyari have been evacuated. Demolition work on one of them is already in progress. Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah […]

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1 week ago Pakistan warns UN of growing terror threat from Afghan soil, cites TTP as global risk

ISLAMABAD: In a firm stance against the growing threat of terrorism emanating from Afghanistan, Pakistan’s Permanent Ambassador to the United Nations, Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, urged the international community to take action to prevent Afghanistan from becoming a breeding ground for terrorist organizations, particularly the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). Addressing the UN General Assembly’s plenary session on […]

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1 week 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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1 week ago Demolition drive begins in Lyari after deadly building collapse

Authorities in Karachi have launched an operation against three dangerously weak buildings in Lyari’s Bhagdadi area, following the recent collapse of a five-storey structure. The operation started on Monday, and all three buildings have already been sealed and evacuated to prevent further tragedy. Officials have confirmed that legal action will be taken against those responsible […]

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2 w. ago Punjab seizes 13 lions in illegal wildlife crackdown, 5 people arrested

The Punjab Wildlife Department launched a major crackdown against people keeping lions without a license. This action was taken on the special orders of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz. Officials inspected 22 locations across Punjab within 24 hours. They seized 13 lions and arrested five individuals. The department also filed five cases, with two more in […]

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2 w. ago Pakistan urges urgent UN action to end gang violence in Haiti

Pakistan has called on the United Nations Security Council to take immediate and strong action to restore peace in Haiti, where gang violence has caused chaos and suffering. Speaking during a Council meeting, Pakistan’s UN envoy Asim Iftikhar Ahmad warned that Haiti’s streets have become battlegrounds and that time is running out. Ambassador Asim emphasized […]

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2 w. ago Action underway against negligence in Swat flood tragedy, says Saif

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Information Advisor Barrister Dr. Saif has confirmed that action is being taken against those found negligent in the recent Swat flood tragedy. He made these remarks during a visit to a bereaved family in Mardan who lost three members in the disaster. Dr. Saif, accompanied by a government delegation, expressed deep condolences and […]

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2 w. ago PDMA warns of flash floods, issues flood control directives to Punjab officials

LAHORE: In response to the ongoing monsoon rains that have caused significant damage and fatalities, Punjab’s Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has taken swift action to protect citizens from the potential threat of flash floods. Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has ordered comprehensive safety measures following the deadly Swat River tragedy, where heavy rains and swelling […]

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2 w. ago Sindh Govt suspends officials over absenteeism and mismanagement

On the directives of Sindh Agriculture Minister Sardar Muhammad Bakhsh Mehr, the Sindh government has taken reformatory action in the Agriculture Department. Secretary Agriculture Sohail Ahmed Qureshi conducted surprise visits to various district agricultural offices across the province, resulting in the suspension of 28 officers and employees over absenteeism, mismanagement, and poor performance. According to […]

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2 w. ago Pakistan urges global action against Israel, reaffirms stance on Kashmir and regional peace

ISLAMABAD – Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has urged the international community to take immediate action against Israel’s deadly campaign in Gaza. He condemned what he called Israel’s genocidal actions against Palestinians and reiterated Pakistan’s unwavering support for a two-state solution to ensure lasting peace in the Middle East. Speaking at the […]

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3 w. ago Khyber Pakhtunkhwa suspends Swat DC over delayed rescue in flood tragedy

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has suspended the Deputy Commissioner of Swat for negligence and delays during rescue efforts in the recent deadly flooding in the region. The action follows widespread criticism over the handling of the emergency response. The provincial government has decided to take strict action against officials who showed carelessness during the flood […]

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3 w. ago Punjab assembly speaker suspends 26 PTI members, vows to send reference to ECP

LAHORE: The Speaker of the Punjab Assembly, Malik Ahmad Khan, has suspended 26 members of the opposition Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) for 15 sessions. He also announced that a reference against these members will be sent to the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) today. According to the Speaker, the action was taken due to chaos created […]

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3 w. ago Interior ministry announces crackdown on online hate speech for Muharram

ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Interior has announced plans to take strict action against individuals spreading religious hatred on social media as part of the security measures for the upcoming month of Muharram. In preparation for the start of Muharram, a significant month in the Islamic calendar, the government has heightened its security efforts. The Khyber […]

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3 w. ago Govt vows crackdown on sectarian hate speech during Muharram

Islamabad — The federal government of Pakistan has decided to take strict action against individuals spreading sectarian hatred on social media during the holy month of Muharram, aiming to ensure nationwide peace and security. The decision was made during a high-level security meeting in Islamabad chaired by Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, which reviewed the security […]

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