5 h. ago MoST forwards summary for PSQCA chief appointment despite legal hurdles

ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Science and Technology (MoST) has submitted a summary to the federal cabinet regarding the appointment of the Director General (DG) of the Pakistan Standards and Quality Control Authority (PSQCA), despite ongoing legal complications identified by the Ministry of Law and Justice. The top post at PSQCA has remained vacant for several […]

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6 h. ago WCLA officials ‘fail’ to enforce implementation of building by

A nine-storey commercial plaza-complete with three unauthorised basements-has sprung up in the heart of Shah Alam Chowk, openly flouting the very heritage-protection project that Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif launched to cleanse the Walled City of encroachments and restore its Mughal-era grandeur. The Rs10 billion “Revival of Lahore” scheme, endorsed by former premier Nawaz Sharif […]

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6 h. ago Zardari visits Naval HQs, lauds Pakistan Navy’s response in Marka

President Asif Ali Zardari visited the Naval Headquarters where he was warmly received by Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf. Upon arrival, the President was presented with a guard of honour by a smartly turned-out contingent of the Pakistan Navy. According to ISPR, President Zardari laid a floral wreath at the Martyrs’ Monument […]

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8 h. ago Trump, Field Marshal talk counterterrorism, trade at ‘White House lunch’: ISPR

Discussions encompassed avenues for expanding bilateral cooperation in multiple domains, including trade, economic development, and cryptocurrency: ISPR President Trump expressed keen interest in forging a mutually beneficial trade partnership with Pakistan: ISPR US president also commended the field marshal’s ‘leadership and decisiveness during a period of complex regional dynamics’ Army chief invited Trump to undertake […]

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9 h. ago President Zardari briefed on navy’s readiness, praises ‘operation haq’ success

ISLAMABAD – President Asif Ali Zardari visited the Naval Headquarters on Wednesday, where he was briefed on Pakistan Navy’s operational preparedness and recent achievements in ‘Operation Haq’. Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf welcomed the president and presented a guard of honour on his arrival. The president paid tribute at the Martyrs’ Monument, laying […]

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9 h. ago Field Marshal Asim Munir lauds diplomatic bravery of Saima Saleem in service to Nation

RAWALPINDI – Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir showered praise on Ms. Saima Saleem, a visually

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9 h. ago Punjab budget envisions 100 Sahulat Bazaars under Rs10b CM’s Special Initiative

Construction of 13 Sahulat Bazaars already underway, expected to be completed at a cost Rs3.4b by August 2025 LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has announced the establishment of 100 new Sahulat Bazaars across the province—a historic intervention to combat inflation, restore price stability, and provide year-round relief to the public at large. According to […]

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10 h. ago ‘KP’s Rickshaws vs. Punjab’s Air Ambulance: Azma slams PTI’s govt priorities

Info Minister says nation applauds Field Marshal Asim Munir’s meeting with Trump—except Modi and the ‘Fitna’ Brigade LAHORE: Punjab Information Minister Azma Bokhari on Thursday fired a broadside at Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and drew a comparison between the priorities of the two governments, saying while Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz is “launching modern air ambulances” to serve […]

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13 h. ago Pakistan gaining global ground: Defence minister praises army chief’s US visit as diplomatic milestone

ISLAMABAD – Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has hailed Pakistan’s growing influence on military, economic, and diplomatic fronts, calling the recent visit of Pakistan’s Army Chief to the United States a major diplomatic breakthrough. Speaking to reporters at Parliament House, Asif said the historic meeting between Pakistan’s top military official and US President Donald Trump reflected […]

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13 h. ago Iran arrests 24 alleged Israeli spies over “image tarnishing” plot

Iranian police have arrested 24 people accused of spying for Israel. The arrests were announced on Thursday in a statement carried by Tasnim News Agency. Officials claim the group tried to harm the image of Iran both online and offline. Brigadier General Kiumars Azizi, the police chief of west Tehran, said the suspects worked to […]

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14 h. ago CM Maryam inaugurates second phase of Clinics on Wheels project, promises free medical treatment

LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has reiterated her commitment to improving healthcare access across the province, with a primary focus on providing free medical treatment to the public. During the inauguration of the second phase of the Clinics on Wheels project, she emphasized that her government is taking significant steps to ensure healthcare […]

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16 h. ago CM Maryam launches 100 Sahulat Bazaars across Punjab in Rs10bn bid to curb inflation

LAHORE – Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has announced the establishment of 100 new Sahulat Bazaars across the province

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18 h. ago Barrister Saif criticizes Maryam Nawaz for claiming public projects as personal achievements

PESHAWAR — Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Information Adviser Barrister Dr. Saif has strongly criticized Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz for claiming credit for public welfare projects. He accused her of trying to falsely present herself and her father, Nawaz Sharif, as national heroes. Dr. Saif questioned how Maryam Nawaz and Nawaz Sharif could claim ownership of development […]

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19 h. ago CM Maryam launches more mobile clinics, vows free healthcare for all

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has reaffirmed her commitment to providing free medical treatment across the province, calling it her top priority. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony of the second phase of the Clinics on Wheels project, she emphasized that the government is determined to make healthcare easily accessible for everyone. She also inspected […]

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19 h. ago Trump welcomes Pakistan army chief, says he prevented war with India

Former US President Donald Trump hosted Pakistan’s Army Chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, at the White House in a rare and historic meeting that lasted over two hours. This marked the first time a US president has officially welcomed a Pakistani military leader at such a high level, signaling a fresh chapter in US-Pakistan relations. […]

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27 h. ago ‘I LOVE PAKISTAN’: TRUMP Trump praises Field Marshal for India ceasefire

US President Donald Trump said it was an honour to meet Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Asim Munir, during a luncheon held in his honour at the White House. Speaking to the media after the event on Thursday, Trump extended his gratitude to Asim Munir for visiting and acknowledged the army chief’s role in […]

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33 h. ago No evidence Iran is building a nuclear weapon, says IAEA chief

The Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Rafael Grossi, has stated that there is no evidence suggesting Iran is actively working toward building a nuclear weapon. In an interview with CNN, Grossi clarified that the agency has not observed any systematic progress by Iran toward developing a nuclear bomb. His remarks come […]

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34 h. ago CM Maryam vows to transform major Punjab cities into global IT hubs

Punjab CM reviews progress on Nawaz Sharif IT City Project, stresses effective, swift steps for early completion of project LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz on Wednesday presided over a special meeting in which progress on the Nawaz Sharif IT City (NSIT) project was reviewed. On the occasion, Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz vowed to transform […]

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36 h. ago CM calls for preservation of Indus delta to ensure environmental justice

KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah emphasized the importance of protecting water resources on Tuesday, marking “World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought.” He stressed that water is vital for life and preserving natural resources is a collective responsibility. In his message, CM Shah highlighted the significance of raising awareness about desertification, drought, and […]

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38 h. ago “Clubs are for the elite’s luxury”: Govt approves tax on major clubs, says FBR chief

The Senate Standing Committee on Finance has approved a proposal to impose taxes on elite private clubs. The meeting took place under the chairmanship of Senator Saleem Mandviwalla. FBR Chairman Rashid Mahmood Langrial said that these clubs are built for the luxury of a few thousand people. He stressed that many of them own land […]

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