56 h. ago Pakistan, China move to expand industrial ties under 2025–2029 action plan

ISLAMABAD: China and Pakistan have moved to expand industrial cooperation under the “Action Plan to Foster an Even Closer China–Pakistan Community with a Shared Future in the New Era (2025–2029),” with both sides reaffirming their commitment to deepen manufacturing and investment partnerships under the China–Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). A 15-member Chinese delegation, led by the […]

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1 week ago Pakistan, Iran agree to boost rail, connectivity cooperation to bolster cross

Hanif Abbasi, Farzana Sadiq hold detailed talks on sidelines of Regional Transport Ministers’ Conference Both sides reaffirm commitment to enhance collaboration in railways, trade and communications Joint action plan proposed to expand freight operations and infrastructure linkages ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Iran on Thursday reaffirmed their shared commitment to deepen cooperation in railways, communications, and regional […]

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1 week ago Pakistan launches action plan to conserve endangered shark species

ISLAMABAD: The federal government of Pakistan has announced a comprehensive National Action Plan aimed at conserving shark species in the country’s coastal waters. This initiative is being developed in collaboration with the provinces of Sindh and Balochistan, as well as marine and environmental experts, to address the growing threat of shark overexploitation in the Arabian […]

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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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2 w. ago Punjab implements emergency action plan as smog season begins

LAHORE – The Punjab government has implemented emergency action plan for management of air quality during the ongoing smog season.

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2 w. ago Pakistan to launch action plan for shark conservation: maritime minister

Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry announced that a national action plan is being prepared in consultation with stakeholders to protect vulnerable shark species in the Arabian Sea. In a statement on Saturday, the federal minister highlighted the government’s commitment to sustainable marine practices and meeting global conservation standards. Junaid Chaudhry pointed […]

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2 w. ago Punjab extends Section 144 amid ‘security threats, TLP tensions’

Punjab Home Department cites persistent threat to public peace and law and order Ban on gatherings, arms display, and hate material to continue for another week across Punjab Talal Ch vows firm response, saying crackdown to mirror May 9 operations against PTI rioters LAHORE: The Punjab Home Department on Saturday extended the enforcement of Section […]

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3 w. ago Rawalpindi, Islamabad Lockdown Enters Second Day Amid TLP March Fears

ISLAMABAD/RAWALPINDI: The federal capital and nearby Rawalpindi remained under lockdown for a second day on Saturday as authorities tightened security to stop the Tehreek-i-Labaik Pakistan (TLP) protest march from entering Islamabad. Over 1,200 paramilitary personnel were deployed in Punjab to block the rally moving from Lahore via GT Road. Police arrested more than 140 protesters […]

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3 w. ago TLP Protests: Routes to avoid in Islamabad, Rawalpindi this weekend

ISLAMABAD – Islamabad and Rawalpindi brace for massive protests as march by Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) advances while authorities seal multiple

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3 w. ago Govt mobilizes 5,500 troops to block Islamabad religious protest

The federal government has vowed to stop a religious party’s protest march “at all costs” as Islamabad and Rawalpindi remain under lockdown. Over 5,500 law enforcement personnel have been deployed across the twin cities to prevent unrest. This includes forces from Rangers, Frontier Corps, Punjab Police, and Islamabad Police working together under federal command. The […]

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3 w. ago Lahore on Edge as TLP Clashes with Police Ahead of Planned ‘Gaza March’

LAHORE: The city remained tense on Thursday following overnight clashes between police and Tehreek-i-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) workers that left several people injured, including a dozen policemen. The confrontation erupted after TLP’s call for a march to Islamabad, where the group planned to stage a protest outside the US embassy in solidarity with Palestinians. In response, […]

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3 w. ago Sohail Afridi’s nomination meant to ‘promote and protect’ terror networks, claims Tarar

Information Minister brands PTI founder ‘chief sponsor of terrorists’, for allegedly facilitating militants during PTI rule Claims KP CM Ali Amin Gandapur removed for failing to meet PTI founder’s ‘expectations’ Alleges National Action Plan was dismantled under PTI, lauding army’s counterterror role Ikhtiar Wali accuses PTI of corruption, poor governance in KP ISLAMABAD: Information Minister […]

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