12 h. ago PTI seeks PPP support for budget walkout in parliamentary meeting

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has formally reached out to the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) for support in boycotting the upcoming federal budget vote. The two parties held a key meeting at Parliament House on Monday, where PTI leader and former National Assembly Speaker Asad Qaiser met with PPP’s Raja Pervaiz Ashraf, also a former speaker, […]

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42 h. ago Fazlur Rehman calls for govt support to traders, highlights Karachi’s economic role

KARACHI – JUI-F chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman has urged the government to support and respect Pakistan’s business community, calling traders the backbone of the country’s economy and key to national progress. During a visit to the residence of Federal Minister Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh in Karachi, Fazlur Rehman met with leading industrialists including Sultan Chawla, Javed […]

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57 h. ago ETHNIC VENOM ENDANGERING NATIONAL INTEGRITY NEXUS OF ETNHIC SPOILERS AND INDIAN BACKED KHWARIJ

Security challenges for Pakistan are rapidly evolving and getting more complicated. Wider cross-border support to terrorists and anti-state anarchists has multiplied the threats to national integrity of Pakistan. Fusion between banned groups like TTP, ISKP, BLA and their supports like BYC, PTM and NDM is too obvious to deny. Ironically, all ethnically motivated pressure groups […]

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57 h. ago Chinese stance fails India’s ‘push for relisting’ Pakistan on FATF grey list

Turkiye and Japan also extend full support to Pakistan, undermining India’s effort Beijing’s envoy takes a firm stance in Pakistan’s favour, advocating for continued relief and acknowledging the country’s progress on FATF requirements PARIS: India suffered a diplomatic setback in its bid to have Pakistan re-listed on the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list […]

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58 h. ago Pakistan stands in ‘complete solidarity’ with Iran amid conflict with Israel: PM

PM Shehbaz urges international community and UN to take ‘immediate and credible steps’ against Israeli aggression Iran has the right to self-defence as provided under Article 51 of the UN Charter: PM President Pezeshkian thanks the premier of Pakistan for their support, saying this is a ‘reflection of the close and brotherly relations between two […]

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64 h. ago PPP not to support federal budget if demands are not met: CM Sindh

KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has threatened that PPP will not support the federal budget if their demands, including withdrawal of proposed 18 percent tax on solar panels, are not fulfilled by the Centre. Addressing his post-budget press conference in Karachi on Saturday, CM Murad Ali Shah said “Sindh is not a […]

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69 h. ago Pakistan condemns Israeli attack on Iran at UN security council

Pakistan has strongly condemned Israel’s military strikes on Iran, calling them illegal and dangerous. At the UN Security Council, Pakistan’s Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad said the attack violated Iran’s sovereignty and the UN Charter. He described the strikes as unjustified aggression and a threat to regional peace. Pakistan expressed full support for Iran and extended […]

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3 d. ago President, PM call for unified efforts to eliminate child labour

ISLAMABAD: On World Day Against Child Labour, President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif urged parents, employers, and the government to join forces in the fight against child labour in Pakistan. The President and PM highlighted the critical need for safeguarding children’s education and welfare to ensure a future free from exploitation. In […]

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5 d. ago Pakistan, Russia bilateral relations significantly improved in recent years: President

Ambassador Albert highlights Russia’s unifying role in region for collective peace, prosperity   President Asif Ali Zardari has highlighted the

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5 d. ago Bilawal alleges India ‘sabotaging Trump’s peace efforts on Kashmir’

LONDON: Former foreign minister and PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Wednesday condemned India for attempting to “sabotage President Donald Trump’s peace efforts” in South Asia, stressing that Pakistan remains committed to resolving all issues, including Kashmir, through dialogue. Speaking to the media in London, Bilawal’s remarks came against the backdrop of the ongoing India-Pakistan […]

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5 d. ago Trump’s nominee for South Asia backs Pakistan ties, emphasizes peace with India

WASHINGTON: Paul Kapur, nominated by President Donald Trump as the next US Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asia, has expressed strong support for enhancing cooperation with Pakistan in security, trade, and investment sectors. In his Senate confirmation hearing on Wednesday, Kapur outlined his commitment to fostering peace and stability in South Asia, […]

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6 d. ago ‘Build together, grow together’: Zardari highlights path to national prosperity

ISLAMABAD – President Asif Ali Zardari has called for collective efforts to strengthen Pakistan’s economy and work toward national prosperity. Speaking at Aiwan-e-Sadr during a special Eid ul-Azha gathering with PPP leaders and workers, he emphasized that unity, development, and farmer support are key to achieving long-term stability. The president extended Eid greetings to the […]

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7 d. ago Ayaz Sadiq thanks Saudi crown prince for continued support to Pakistan

MAKKAH: National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq met Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Sunday and expressed gratitude for the kingdom’s consistent support to Pakistan during times of difficulty. The meeting took place during a royal luncheon hosted by the crown prince in honour of Muslim leaders visiting Saudi Arabia for the Hajj pilgrimage. Sindh […]

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7 d. ago Erdogan reiterates his country’s support to Pakistan on key issues

ISLAMABAD: Turkiye’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has reiterated his country’s resolute support to Pakistan on key issues. Turkiye’s president discussed several issues with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif during a telephonic conversation between them. Both countries also agreed to expedite implementation on the key decisions taken in recent meetings between Pakistan PM and Turkiye’s President during […]

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7 d. ago Ayaz Sadiq thanks Saudi crown prince for standing by Pakistan in tough times

MAKKAH – National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq met Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Sunday and expressed deep gratitude for the kingdom’s unwavering support to Pakistan during difficult times. The meeting took place during a royal luncheon hosted for Muslim leaders visiting Saudi Arabia for the Hajj pilgrimage. According to a statement from the […]

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7 d. ago President Zardari warns hindutva ideology threatens peace across south asia

ISLAMABAD – President Asif Ali Zardari on Monday raised alarm over the growing influence of the Hindutva ideology in India, warning that it poses serious risks to peace and stability across the entire South Asian region. He expressed grave concern over increasing intolerance and violence against minorities—particularly Muslims and Christians—in India under the ruling nationalist […]

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9 d. ago President Zardari urges unity, sacrifice in Eidul Adha message

President Asif Ali Zardari has extended warm Eidul Azha greetings to the people of Pakistan and Muslims worldwide, calling for unity, compassion, and the true spirit of sacrifice. In his official message, President Zardari said the day revives the values of faith, obedience, selflessness, and brotherhood. He prayed for peace, prosperity, and unity for Pakistan […]

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1 week ago BISP, WB discuss data sensitization, social protection reforms

In a bid to enhance transparency, data security, and the effectiveness of social protection systems in Pakistan, the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) and the World Bank have agreed to deepen their collaboration, focusing on responsible data sharing, cybersecurity, and key reforms in social welfare delivery. In this regard, Chairperson BISP, Senator Rubina Khalid, held […]

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1 week ago Pakistani leaders woo French diplomatic support to cool down South Asia Crisis

NEW YORK – A high-level Pakistani parliamentary delegation led by Bilawal Bhutto Zardari met with France’s Permanent Representative to the United

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2 w. ago APBF pushes for robust SME sector in next budget to boost employment

The All Pakistan Business Forum (APBF) on Monday called on the federal government to place small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) at the heart of the upcoming Federal Budget 2025-26, warning that without immediate and meaningful support, the backbone of Pakistan’s economy could face serious setbacks. In a policy meeting held in Lahore to finalize recommendations […]

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