36 m. ago SJC dismisses 19 complaints against judges, puts five on hold

Council rejects proposal to make public names of judges against whom complaints had been disposed ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Judicial Council (SJC), convened with Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Justice Yahya Afridi in the chair on Saturday, discussed 24 complaints against judges under Article 209 of the constitution, rejecting 19 of them while putting five others […]

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70 m. ago PM disposes of rumors President Zardari resigning to clear way for COAS’s presidential bid

Field Marshal Asim Munir has no desire to become president, nor is there any such plan in the offing: Premier PM Shehbaz terms all such claims ‘mere speculations,’ saying COAS has no political ambitions ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday dismissed rumors circulating in the media suggesting that President Asif Ali Zardari might resign […]

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6 h. ago PM Shehbaz: Fired corrupt officers despite countrywide pressure

ISLAMABAD, July 12 — Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif revealed on Friday that he dismissed several corrupt and incompetent officers from top government posts despite receiving “calls from across the country” requesting favors. Speaking to students at the Uraan Pakistan Summer Internship Program, he emphasized that his government would not tolerate corruption, no matter the pressure. […]

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7 h. ago IHC slams excise department for unlawful seizure of teacher’s car

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has declared the Excise Department’s confiscation of a schoolteacher’s car illegal, sharply criticising the department for abusing its authority and neglecting legal procedures. Justice Sarfraz Ejaz Ishaq Khan, in a detailed judgment issued on July 11, ruled that the department violated mandatory rules while seizing and using the vehicle for […]

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7 h. ago Supreme judicial council dismisses 19 complaints, approves new reforms

The Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) has dismissed 19 complaints against judges of the superior judiciary, reaffirming its commitment to fairness and accountability. The meeting, chaired by Chief Justice Yahya Afridi, was held at the Supreme Court in Islamabad and attended by senior judges, including Justice Syed Mansoor Ali Shah via video link. During the session, […]

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7 h. ago Pakistan delays satellite internet launch to tighten security controls

ISLAMABAD, July 12 — Pakistan has delayed the launch of satellite-based internet services, including those from Starlink and OneWeb, as the government drafts a stricter licensing framework. The move follows rising regional tensions and aims to ensure foreign-operated systems comply with national security standards. Until new regulations are finalized, all foreign satellite providers must reapply […]

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7 h. ago DG ISPR engages with Kashmiris in thoughtful Muzaffarabad Session

MUZAFFARABAD – Director General Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry had an interactive session with members of civil

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8 h. ago PCB seeks consultants for hotel projects in Lahore and Karachi

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has invited applications for hiring consultants for hotel-related projects in Lahore and Karachi. The plan focuses on upgrading a cluster of hotels in both cities. According to a PCB spokesman, the selected consultants will conduct a feasibility study and offer transaction advisory services. These services will help assess and improve […]

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9 h. ago China and ASEAN complete talks on modernized free trade agreement

SHANGHAI – China and ASEAN have agreed to submit an upgraded free trade deal to their leaders for approval this October. The announcement came from Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi during a press briefing in Kuala Lumpur. Talks for the so-called “3.0 version” of the free trade zone began in late 2022 and were completed […]

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10 h. ago SJC dismisses 19 complaints against judges, approves draft service rules

ISLAMABAD –  The Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) on Saturday dismissed 19 out of 24 complaints filed against superior court judges

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11 h. ago DG ISPR highlights student role in defending Pakistan’s sovereignty

Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, Director General of Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR), visited the University of Azad Jammu & Kashmir in Muzaffarabad. Kashmiri students greeted him warmly with traditional songs and cultural performances. The event showed the strong bond between the Pakistan Army and the people of Kashmir. During his visit, Lt. Gen. Chaudhry […]

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12 h. ago Judiciary acts on complaints, AI, and enforced disappearances

ISLAMABAD – The Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) met today under Chief Justice Yahya Afridi’s leadership to review judicial conduct. Senior judges, including Justice Mansoor Ali Shah and Justice Munib Akhtar, participated as Council members. Chief Justices of Lahore and Sindh High Courts, Aalia Neelum and Junaid Ghaffar, also joined. The meeting focused on complaints against […]

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23 h. ago Pakistan tenders to buy 300,000 to 500,000 metric tons of sugar

Pakistan’s state agency, the Trading Corporation of Pakistan (TCP), has issued an international tender to purchase and import 300,000 to 500,000 metric tons of white refined sugar, European traders said on Friday. The deadline for submission of price offers is July 18. On July 8, Pakistan’s government had approved plans to import 500,000 tons of […]

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24 h. ago SC rules in favour of PTCL pensioners; orders payment within 90 days

The Supreme Court (SC) has delivered a landmark judgment in favour of former employees of Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL), ruling that they are fully entitled to pension benefits. In a detailed decision issued on nearly 200 petitions, a two-member bench comprising Chief Justice Yahya Afridi and Justice Aminuddin Khan declared that former PTCL employees […]

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27 h. ago Pakistan issues ordinance to regulate virtual assets, establishes regulatory authority

ISLAMABAD: On Thursday, President Asif Ali Zardari signed the Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (Vara) Ordinance 2025, which establishes a new body to regulate virtual asset services in Pakistan. The ordinance aims to tackle money laundering and terrorist financing while ensuring the proper oversight of virtual asset transactions within the country. The ordinance comes into immediate […]

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27 h. ago Naqvi dismisses rumors of Zardari’s removal, denies COAS leadership change speculation

ISLAMABAD: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Thursday dismissed rumors circulating on social media about the potential removal of President Asif Ali Zardari, calling them baseless and false. In a statement shared on his official X (formerly Twitter) account, Naqvi reaffirmed the unity between Pakistan’s political and military leadership, asserting that no discussions or intentions existed […]

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29 h. ago Yango Pakistan joins hands with DealCart to launch grocery delivery on its SuperApp

KARACHI: Yango Pakistan, part of the global tech company Yango Group, has officially expanded its SuperApp offering with the launch of a dedicated grocery delivery service that will be available across Karachi. In strategic collaboration with the e-commerce platform DealCart, the new feature allows users to order everyday essentials directly through the same app they […]

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29 h. ago ATC denies bail to Qureshi, Cheema, and Rasheed in May 9 vandalism case

ISLAMABAD: An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Lahore has rejected the bail applications of senior Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders Shah Mahmood Qureshi, Omar Sarfraz Cheema, and Mian Mehmoodur Rasheed in connection with the May 9 arson and vandalism case outside a local bakery. ATC Judge Manzar Ali Gul announced the decision after hearing arguments from both […]

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31 h. ago Lebanon rejects normalisation with Israel, urges peace and border clarity

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun firmly ruled out any move toward normalisation with Israel on Friday, but stressed the need for peace between the two neighbouring countries. His remarks followed Israel’s recent expression of interest in establishing ties with Lebanon. Speaking to an Arab think tank delegation, Aoun distinguished between peace and normalisation. He said peace […]

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31 h. ago Islamabad court suspends ban on 27 youTube channels of journalists and critics

An Islamabad court on Friday suspended a previous order banning 27 YouTube channels operated by prominent Pakistani journalists and content creators. The suspension was issued by Additional Sessions Judge Afzal Majoka, offering temporary relief to the affected individuals. The original ban was based on a petition by the newly formed National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency […]

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