President calls for unity, rejecting extremism at Paigham-e-Islam Conference
President Asif Ali Zardari on Wednesday urged religious scholars from across the Muslim world to play a proactive role in promoting unity, countering extremism, and projecting Islam’s true message of peace. Addressing the concluding session of the Sixth International Paigham-e-Islam Conference 2026 here at the Presidency attended by former prime minister Raja Pervaiz Ashraf and […]
Punjab PDMA warns of heatwave from May 7 to 11
The Provincial Disaster Management Authority Punjab has forecast a severe heatwave across the province from May 7 to 11. According to the authority, temperatures in upper Punjab, including Lahore, Rawalpindi, Attock, Jhelum and Sargodha, are expected to range between 39°C and 43°C, with a noticeable rise in heat levels. In southern Punjab, temperatures may climb […]
PSX remains bullish as Trump sees swift end to Iran war
Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) maintained its bullish momentum for second consecutive day on Thursday amid growing hopes for a peace deal between the US and Iran. During intraday trading, the KSE-100 benchmark index surged by 1247.23 points or 0.73 percent to reach 172,951.98 points compared to previous close of 171,704.45 points. On the other hand, […]
PAF played historic role, gave crushing blow to enemy: Air Chief
Pakistan Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar Sidhu has said that the role of the Pakistan Air Force in national defence is “historic” and will be remembered in golden words as the armed force delivered a strong message to the enemy “from Srinagar to Bhathinda.” On May 6-7 last year, India — after levelling baseless […]
Tajik Ambassador Meets PCRWR DG to Boost Water Cooperation
ISLAMABAD :The Ambassador of the Republic of Tajikistan to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Mr. Yusuf Sharifzoda, held a meeting with Dr. Hifza Rasheed, Director General of the Pakistan Council of Research in Water Resources (PCRWR).During the meeting, the parties discussed issues related to strengthening bilateral cooperation between Tajikistan and Pakistan in the areas of […]
Iran-US talks may soon pave way for lasting peace: PM Shehbaz
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said that Pakistan is playing an important role at the global level in promoting peace, dialogue, and mutual trust. Addressing the 6th International Paigham-e-Islam Conference organized by Pakistan Ulema Council, he congratulated the organizers and termed the gathering a strong example of unity and harmony within the Muslim Ummah. The […]
Pakistan assures IMF to replace 200-unit power subsidy with targeted system
The federal government has decided to abolish the current electricity subsidy mechanism for power consumers and replace it with a new targeted subsidy system. According to sources in the Ministry of Finance, preparations are underway to implement the new system from January 2027, under which electricity subsidies will be provided through the Benazir Income Support […]
Federal Minister for Culture and National Heritage Meets Visiting Sri Lankan Buddhist Thero to Strengthen Bilateral Cultural Cooperation
ISLAMABAD : The Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture of Pakistan, Aurangzeb Khan Khichi, held a cordial and constructive meeting with Ven. Polpitimukalane Pannasiri Thero, a prominent Buddhist monk visiting from Sri Lanka. The discussions focused on further strengthening religious and cultural ties between Sri Lanka and Pakistan, reflecting the longstanding historical and spiritual […]
9th Meeting of the Senate of COMSATS University Islamabad chaired by Federal Minister for Science and Technology Khalid Hussain Magsi
Islamabad, The 9th Meeting of the Senate of COMSATS University Islamabad (CUI) was held on May 6, 2026, at 11:00 AM at the CUI Campus, Park Road, Islamabad. The meeting was chaired by the Honorable Federal Minister for Science and Technology/Pro-Chancellor-I, CUI, Khalid Hussain Magsi, on behalf of the Honorable President of the Islamic Republic […]
Ishaq Dar vows to further strengthen Pakistan-China partnership
Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan Jiang Zaidong called on Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar in Islamabad on Tuesday. Ishaq Dar reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to further advancing the iron-clad all-weather strategic partnership with China across all sectors, the Foreign Office Spokesperson said in a press release. Speaking on the occasion, the Chinese Ambassador […]