Bara jirga demands support for families displaced from Tirah Valley
PESHAWAR :The Bara Political Alliance has demanded complete solidarity, sympathy, and full support for all families temporarily displaced from the Tirah Valley. The announcement was made during an important jirga convened by Bara Siyasi Ittehad, an alliance of different political parties of Bara. Participants strongly voiced their support for peace and sharply criticized the provincial […]
World Bank President Ajay Banga arrives in Pakistan on four‑day official visit
ISLAMABAD: World Bank President Ajay Banga arrived in Pakistan on Sunday for a high-profile visit that will continue until February 4. During his visit, Banga is set to meet the Prime Minister, Deputy Prime Minister, and ministers of finance, energy, and economic affairs. Officials will brief him on key economic reform initiatives and development project […]
Balochistan operation concludes as 133 terrorists killed, 15 security personnel martyred
RAWALPINDI – Security forces have completed a large-scale counter-terrorism operation across Balochistan following a series of coordinated attacks targeting multiple districts, killing civilians and security personnel, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). The operation, conducted over two days, resulted in the deaths of 133 terrorists, including suicide bombers, while 15 security personnel were martyred […]
PSX sees strong recovery as KSE-100 surpasses 184,000 barrier
KARACHI :The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a significant surge on Friday a day after it witnessed a bloodbath due to geopolitical tensions. During intraday trading, the market soared by over 1,700 points, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index reaching 184,062 points. The positive momentum comes as regional tensions eased after US President Donald Trump said […]
LHC halts underground parking projects at Taxali, Sheranwala Gates in Lahore
LAHORE : The Lahore High Court has ordered the suspension of the ongoing underground parking projects at Taxali Gate and Sheranwala Gate in the provincial capital. LHC’s Justice Shahid Karim issued the order while hearing cases related to smog. During the hearing, he expressed sorrow over the tragic death of a mother and her daughter […]
PIA privatisation deal signed with Arif Habib consortium
ISLAMABAD :Pakistan has achieved a major milestone in the privatisation of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), with the signing of the transaction agreement between the government and the Arif Habib Consortium in a ceremony held in Islamabad. The event was attended by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces, […]
PM Shehbaz, Iranian President discuss regional developments in phone call
ISLAMABAD : Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a telephone conversation with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian to exchange views on the evolving regional situation and the importance of sustained dialogue. The prime minister emphasized the need for continued diplomatic engagement to promote peace, security, and development across the region. Both leaders highlighted the longstanding, brotherly ties […]
CM Afridi calls off sit-in near Adiala jail, heads back to KP
RAWALPINDI:- Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi has called off his sit-in near Rawalpindi’s Adiala Jail after protesting for hours when he was once again denied permission to meet incarcerated Imran Khan, the founder of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). Concerned over the reports regarding the PTI founder’s health, Afridi arrived in Rawalpindi to meet him […]
Trump says ‘hopefully’ no need for military action against Iran
US President Donald Trump said on Thursday he hoped to avoid military action against Iran, which has threatened to strike American bases and aircraft carriers in response to any attack. Trump said he is speaking with Iran and left open the possibility of avoiding a military operation after earlier warning that time was “running out” […]
Lahore contractor to pay Rs10 million to Bhaati Gate tragedy victims, CM Maryam orders
LAHORE : Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has expressed deep shock over the death of a mother and daughter who fell into a sewer line in Bhaati Gate area, calling the incident unacceptable in a major city like Lahore. During a high-level meeting on the Bhaai Gate tragedy, Maryam Nawaz questioned why the names of […]