31 h. ago Mohsin Naqvi briefs Ch Shujaat on steps for internal security

LAHORE: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi visited the residence of Pakistan Muslim League-Quaid-e-Azam group (PML-Q) President and former premier Chaudhry Shujaat Hussain. During the meeting, Mohsin Naqvi expressed his condolences to Chaudhry Shujaat Hussain over the passing of his brother-in-law, Javed Chattha, and offered heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family. The interior minister also offered Fateha […]

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37 h. ago Interior minister visits Shujaat Hussain to offer condolences

LAHORE – Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi visited the residence of Pakistan Muslim League (Q) president Chaudhry Shujaat Hussain on Monday to express condolences over the death of his brother-in-law, Javed Chattha. Naqvi conveyed heartfelt grief and sympathies to Shujaat and his family. Provincial Minister Chaudhry Shafay Hussain was also present during the visit. The […]

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51 h. ago Naqvi, Punjab governor discuss prevailing political situation

Federal Minister for Interior Mohsin Naqvi held a meeting with Governor Punjab Sardar Saleem Haider. During the meeting, issues of mutual interest, as well as the prevailing political and national situation, came under discussion. Governor Punjab congratulated Mohsin Naqvi on Pakistan’s victory in the T20 series against South Africa, remarking that the national team displayed […]

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61 h. ago Punjab governor, interior minister discuss political situation

LAHORE – Punjab Governor Sardar Saleem Haider met with Interior Minister Syed Mohsin Naqvi on Sunday to discuss the country’s political situation and other matters of mutual interest. During the meeting, Governor Saleem Haider congratulated the interior minister on Pakistan’s T20 series victory against South Africa, praising the national team’s performance. “Pakistan played excellent cricket […]

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3 d. ago Pakistani fisherman coerced by Indian intelligence, says Information Minister

ISLAMABAD – Information Minister Attaullah Tarar on Saturday revealed that a Pakistani fisherman was arrested by the Indian Coast Guard and coerced into carrying out tasks for India’s intelligence agency. Speaking at a press conference alongside Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhary, Tarar said the fisherman, Ijaz Mallah, was apprehended while fishing in the […]

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3 d. ago Pakistan, Afghanistan agree to establish formal mechanism: Talal Chaudhry

ISLAMABAD: Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry said on Saturday that Pakistan’s principled stance had been recognised by both the international community and neighbouring countries, marking a diplomatic breakthrough in regional relations. Speaking to the media, Chaudhry announced that, for the first time, Pakistan and Afghanistan have agreed in writing to establish a formal […]

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6 d. ago Pak, Iran partners in regional peace, Naqvi tells Pezeshkian

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Wednesday hailed Iran and Pakistan as partners in maintaining regional peace and stability during a meeting with President Masoud Pezeshkian. The interior minister is currently on a visit to Iran at a time of sustained tension with two of Pakistan’s neighbours, Iran and Afghanistan. A press release said he met […]

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6 d. ago Naqvi hails Iran as partner for regional peace amid Afghan border tensions

Islamabad, Tehran reaffirm joint commitment to combat terrorism and strengthen border security President Pezeshkian says Tehran values Pakistan’s ‘immense support, expressing satisfaction with trajectory of bilateral ties TEHRAN/ISLAMABAD: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Wednesday hailed Iran and Pakistan as vital partners in maintaining regional peace and stability, as he met Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian during […]

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7 d. ago Pakistan pledges humanitarian support to Turkiye after 6.1 quake

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Tuesday expressed solidarity with Turkiye and offered humanitarian assistance following a magnitude 6.1 earthquake that struck the country’s western region, injuring 22 people. According to Turkiye’s Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD), the quake was centered in Sindirgi, Balikesir province. Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya […]

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8 d. ago Naqvi holds key meetings with top UK, US diplomats on bilateral ties

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has held separate meetings with British High Commissioner Jane Marriott and US Chargé d’Affaires Natalie Baker, focusing on bilateral relations, regional developments, and areas of mutual interest, his office said on Sunday. The meetings underlined Pakistan’s efforts to strengthen ties with both the United Kingdom and the United States. According to […]

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9 d. ago Naqvi reinforces Pakistan’s counterterror, security ties with UK and US

Interior Minister, British HC and US envoy discuss security, counterterrorism, and regional cooperation Naqvi vows to enhance institutional capacity, align internal reforms with global security efforts ISLAMABAD: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Sunday held separate meetings with British High Commissioner Jane Marriott and United States Chargé d’Affaires Natalie Baker to review bilateral relations, regional developments, […]

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1 week ago PM calls for unity, brotherhood, and shared sacrifice to drive national progress

Premier Shehbaz says it’s collective duty to move together on path of peace, prosperity, and harmony Highlights Balochistan’s untapped natural wealth worth trillions of dollars, announces Rs180b annual allocation to rebuild Karachi–Chaman ‘bloody road’ Recalls 2010 NFC Award spirit, when provinces stood together ‘like brothers,’ urges Balochistan’s active role in Pakistan’s development Warns resurgence of […]

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1 week ago Interior ministry notifies ban on TLP following federal cabinet’s approval

Notification issued under Section 11B of Anti-Terrorism Act, 1997, states it has ‘reasonable grounds’ to link TLP with terrorism Party included in list of banned outfits after Cabinet, chaired by PM Shehbaz, unanimously approved summary Punjab govt proposed ban after violent nationwide demonstrations, accusing party of reneging on 2021 pledge to abandon violent tactics ISLAMABAD: […]

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1 week ago Cabinet greenlights ban on TLP under ATA on Punjab’s recommendation

Federal Cabinet chaired by PM Shehbaz Sharif approves Interior Ministry’s summary following Punjab’s request Summary accused TLP of repeated violence, attacks on police, and property damage Adviser to PM Sanaullah claims ban not political, aimed at ‘purging it of anti-state and terrorist elements’ Azma Bokhari reveals 3,800 financiers linked to TLP identified and funding channels […]

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1 week ago Pakistan, UK launch initiative to tackle transnational organised crime

The Ministry of Interior and Narcotics Control, in collaboration with the British High Commission, formally inaugurated the Centre of Excellence on Thursday in Islamabad, a landmark initiative aimed at strengthening international cooperation against transnational organized crime and enhancing Pakistan’s capacity to address complex global criminal challenges. Speaking at the ceremony, Minister of State for Interior […]

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1 week ago After Balochistan, Sindh asks centre for bulletproof vehicles turned down by KP

ISLAMABAD: The Sindh government has formally requested the federal interior ministry to allocate it the armoured vehicles rejected earlier this week by the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) administration, becoming the second province after Balochistan to do so. In a letter addressed to Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, Sindh Additional Chief Secretary Muhammad Iqbal Memon said the province […]

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1 week ago Naqvi redirects ‘rejected’ bulletproof vehicles from KP to Balochistan amid centre

Centre–KP tensions flare as provinces spar over counterterror funding, faulty vehicles Afridi blames Islamabad for ‘flawed policy,’ says KP denied war-on-terror dues ISLAMABAD: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Wednesday announced that the bulletproof vehicles earlier sent to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) would now be dispatched to Balochistan, after KP Chief Minister Sohail Afridi accused the federal […]

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1 week ago Sanaullah warns PTI of firm action over planned Islamabad march

ISLAMABAD: Interior Minister Rana Sanaullah on Wedesday warned Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) of firm government action if it attempts to march toward Islamabad, saying law enforcement agencies will prevent the protest from entering the federal capital. Speaking to a private TV channel, the minister said the government would use “every possible measure,” including tear gas shelling […]

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1 week ago Naqvi redirects bulletproof vehicles to Balochistan after KP refusal

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has ordered the immediate transfer of bulletproof vehicles to Balochistan after Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) refused to accept them. The move came in response to a public request by Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfaraz Bugti, who highlighted the province’s urgent security needs. KP Chief Minister Sohail Afridi declined the federal offer of the […]

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1 week ago Talal Chaudhry dismisses speculation of Governor’s Rule in KP

ISLAMABAD: Interior Minister Talal Chaudhry on Tuesday ruled out the possibility of imposing Governor’s Rule in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), saying that while the Constitution permits such a step, the federal government has no intention of taking it. Speaking to the media in Islamabad, Chaudhry said the federal government had acted responsibly and in good faith […]

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