7 h. ago Rabbani warns proposed tweaks risk rolling back 18th Amendment

PPP stalwart and former Senate chairman Raza Rabbani on Tuesday said the recently proposed changes to the Constitution, if passed, would amount to a rollback of the much-touted 18th Amendment. “The proposed constitutional amendments of the federal government, with reference to provincial autonomy, amount to a rollback of the 18th Amendment,” Rabbani said in a […]

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9 h. ago Dar confirms 27th Constitutional Amend ‘about to arrive’, assures ‘transparent process’

Deputy PM vows robust debate, no ‘haphazard’ passage of bill, saying govt consulting PPP and promising to take all allies on board Dar urges tabling of amendment first in Senate for ‘professional input’ PPP to finalise stance after CEC meeting, says Sherry Rehman as Bilawal confirmed govt approached party DPM Dar blames 2021 policy on […]

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9 h. ago Sindh CM discusses laws on women, child protection with Punjab lawmakers

Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah, during a meeting with a delegation of Punjab parliamentarians organised by the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), said his government has led the way in rights-based legislation in Pakistan and continues to enhance the implementation of these laws through coordinated efforts with government departments and development partners. The […]

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9 h. ago Rabbani warns 27th Amendment would undo 18th, threaten federal unity

PPP stalwart cautions against ‘recentralisation’ of powers to Centre, saying proposed changes would roll back provincial autonomy gains Warns tampering with 18th Amendment could deepen national divides, calling move a financial burden that weakens participatory federalism ISLAMABAD: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) stalwart and former Senate chairman Raza Rabbani on Tuesday cautioned that the government’s proposed […]

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12 h. ago CM Maryam sets record with most development projects in Punjab’s history: Azma

Punjab information minister highlights Rs10b relief for flood victims, Rs100b for farmers Says 16 key projects to be shared publicly for transparency and accountability Warns of defamation action against those spreading false propaganda LAHORE: Punjab Minister for Information and Culture Azma Bukhari on Tuesday said that Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif had emerged as the […]

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15 h. ago Pakistan, Switzerland vow deeper cooperation in education and development

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Switzerland have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in education, vocational training, and sustainable development during a meeting on the sidelines of the 43rd UNESCO General Conference in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. State Minister for Federal Education and Professional Training Wajiha Qamar met Swiss Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis, where both sides discussed expanding collaboration […]

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17 h. ago Zardari calls for global equality, social integration and human rights

President Asif Ali Zardari has underscored the importance of social integration based on equality, solidarity, and respect for human rights, calling for collective global efforts to eradicate poverty and promote inclusive development. Addressing the World Summit for Social Development in Doha, the President highlighted that eradicating poverty in all its forms and promoting productive employment […]

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17 h. ago LHC proposes Sunday shutdown to fight Lahore’s worsening smog

LAHORE – The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Tuesday proposed a complete shutdown of commercial activities every Sunday as part of a broader strategy to tackle the city’s worsening smog problem. During the hearing of petitions filed by citizen Haroon Farooq and others, Justice Shahid Karim also ordered the strict enforcement of the government’s notification […]

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32 h. ago 27th constitutional amendment on the cards as PM seeks PPP’s support

PPP Chairperson Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari said on Monday that a PML-N delegation led by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif had visited him and President Asif Ali Zardari, seeking their support for the approval of a 27th Constitutional Amendment. Separately, the PPP also issued a similar statement that quoted Bilawal as saying that the proposal included setting up […]

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32 h. ago Faryal Talpur orders organisational structure of PPP women’s wing in KP

Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Women’s Wing meeting was held under the chairmanship of the Central President of the Women’s Wing, Faryal Talpur, at Zardari House, Islamabad. Women office-bearers of the PPP Women’s Wing from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and women members of the assembly participated in the meeting chaired by Faryal Talpur. During the meeting, Faryal Talpur […]

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33 h. ago PPP submits resolution in PA seeking constitutional protection for LGs

Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Parliamentary Leader Ahmad Kundi on,Monday submitted an important resolution in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly Secretariat seeking constitutional protection for the local government system in Pakistan. The resolution calls for an amendment to Article 140-A of the Constitution of Pakistan, recommending full political, administrative, and financial autonomy for local governments. According to […]

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56 h. ago PM vows to take steps for prosecution of crimes against journalists

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, on Sunday, reiterated that the Government of Pakistan is firmly committed to protecting press freedom and ensuring a safe environment for journalists. In a message on the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists being observed on November 2, he said “A free press is the guarantee for a […]

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57 h. ago KP announces commission to ‘expose vandals’ behind May 9 Peshawar attack

Provincial minister vows to trace culprits, review missing CCTV footage and identify culprits Inquiry commission to investigate May 9 attack on Radio Pakistan Peshawar, which PTI terms ‘political trap’ Slams ‘fake video’ claims against KP CM, saying Sohail Afridi was in Peshawar, not Lahore during riots PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government will constitute an inquiry […]

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58 h. ago KP releases Rs3b for Sehat Card, ‘treatment for all’ services fully restored: Aslam

CM’s Advisor on Finance stresses health remains a top priority for PTI govt, noting former CM Gandapur had restored Sehat Card Plus facility Says Rs41b allocated for Sehat Card in current fiscal year against Rs36b last year PESHAWAR: Advisor to KP Chief Minister on Finance and Health Reforms Muzzammil Aslam said on Sunday that Khyber […]

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59 h. ago CM Maryam vows transparent governance, rapid uplift across Punjab

Punjab CM emphasizes rehabilitation of public transport and road infrastructure catalyst for employment creation and economic growth Reaffirmes her government’s unwavering commitment to safeguard press freedom LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz on Saturday reaffirmed that public service, rapid development, and transparent governance remain the defining priorities of the PML-N government as she chaired a […]

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60 h. ago Kashmiri leaders’ prolonged detention violates global laws, APHC

ISLAMABAD: The All Parties Hurriyat Conference Azad Jammu and Kashmir (APHC-AJK) chapter has voiced serious concern over the continued imprisonment and mistreatment of Kashmiri Hurriyat leaders and activists held in Indian jails for decades, describing their condition as a violation of international humanitarian standards and human rights conventions. According to Kashmir Media Service, APHC-AJK Convener […]

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60 h. ago GB leaders demand autonomy over own resources, rights on par with provinces

At event marking GB’s 78th Independence Day, Hafeezur Rehman says region deprived of constitutional powers Seeks 18th Amendment-style powers for GB, criticizing Rs88b non-development vs Rs16b development spending PPP leaders say GB’s rights issue tied to Pakistan’s own independence struggle ISLAMABAD: Former Chief Minister of Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) and PML-N provincial president Hafiz Hafeez ur Rehman […]

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61 h. ago CM Afridi vows to make KP a model of justice, merit and good governance

KP CM says PTI politics rooted in rule of law, service, pledging transparency, and a people-friendly administration Attock delegation of 500 workers, 60 LG chairmen meets KP CM, reaffirming support PESHAWAR: Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sohail Afridi has said that the essence of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) politics lies in justice, rule of law and public […]

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63 h. ago Maryam Nawaz pledges strong protections for journalists in Punjab

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif reaffirmed her government’s commitment to ensuring the safety, rights, and dignity of journalists across the province. Speaking on the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists, she emphasized that violence, intimidation, and oppression against media professionals must come to an end. She stressed that responsible press freedom […]

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65 h. ago Environmental concerns rise amid unchecked development and crop

The growing environmental concerns across Punjab have recently drawn significant attention due to a series of destructive practices and unsustainable development trends. From the burning of agricultural fields to the felling of century-old trees, citizens, environmentalists, and experts are raising alarms over the detrimental effects these actions are having on the region’s ecology. In a […]

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