Pakistan says suspension of Indus Waters Treaty threatens other global agreements
NEW YORK : Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Asim Iftikhar, has said the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) is a test of the system of international agreements, and unilateral actions can also weaken border and trade agreements. If the water treaty is not secure, then no treaty is secure, he added. […]
Transport alliance announces 4pc fare rise after hike in petroleum prices
LAHORE: The Pakistan Goods Transport Alliance has announced a 4 percent increase in transport fares following a rise in petroleum product prices. Speaking on the issue, President of the Pakistan Goods Transport Alliance, Malik Shehzad Awan, strongly criticised the federal government’s decision to increase diesel prices, calling it unacceptable. He said that due to the […]
Enemies will never succeed in their nefarious designs: Gohar
ISLAMABAD : Pakistan Tehreek Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan has said the enemies of the country will never succeed in their nefarious designs. In a statement issued here on Saturday, the PTI said, “I pay tribute to the security forces for destroying the terrorists of Fitna al Hindustan.” He said he prayed for the […]
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 […]
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 […]