Timely steps averted crisis as energy security vital part of future planning: PM Shehbaz
ISLAMABAD (APP) – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, calling energy security a vital part of the country’s future planning, said that the government’s timely measures regarding energy conservation in the current regional situation averted a crisis. The prime minister, chairing a high-level meeting regarding energy security on Thursday, said that work was underway on a plan […]
US Navy Secretary John Phelan removed from office
US Secretary of the Navy John C. Phelan was removed from his position with immediate effect on Wednesday, amid reported tensions with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over shipbuilding reforms and his direct communication with President Donald Trump. American news channel CNN quoted officials as saying that the decision followed a meeting between Trump and Hegseth, where concerns over delays in […]
Mandelson scandal shatters UK PM Starmer’s promise of stable government
Prime Minister Keir Starmer came to power on a promise to govern Britain efficiently after years of political turmoil. Less than two years later, accusations that his office forced through a key appointment have shattered that image of competence. Embroiled in a scandal over his decision to appoint Labour Party veteran Peter Mandelson to Britain’s […]
Pakistan, WHO protect millions with lifesaving vaccines
Over the past five decades, Pakistan, in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO), has provided lifesaving vaccines to around 160 million children and 130 million mothers, preventing them from several deadly diseases. According to WHO, Pakistan ranks among the top five countries worldwide for absolute reductions in child deaths due to vaccination. The vaccination […]
Three ships targeted in Hormuz, Iran seizes two: monitors, Guards
DUBAI (AFP) – Iranian forces targeted three container ships on Wednesday, seizing two, global security monitors and the country’s Revolutionary Guards said, the latest incidents to threaten a crucial trade route in the Middle East war. British maritime security agency UKMTO said an Iranian gunboat fired at a container ship off the coast of Oman […]
PM reaffirms commitment to eradicate polio from country
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday reaffirmed the government’s resolve to completely eradicate polio from Pakistan, noting encouraging progress as only one case has been reported so far in 2026. Chairing a high-level review meeting on polio eradication at the Prime Minister’s House, the prime minister appreciated the tireless efforts of anti-polio teams working across […]
Ishaq Dar, Kyrgyz FM discuss evolving regional situation
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Senator Ishaq Dar on Wednesday held a telephone conversation with Foreign Minister of the Kyrgyz Republic, Jeenbek Kulubaev. During the interaction, both the dignitaries exchanged views on bilateral ties and reaffirmed the strength of Pakistan-Kyrgyz relations, a DPM’s Office news release said. Discussing the evolving regional situation, FM Kulubaev […]
Red Zone closure: FCC suspends today’s proceedings
The Federal Constitutional Court of Pakistan has announced the suspension of all court proceedings at its Principal Seat in Islamabad today (Thursday), in view of the closure of the Red Zone and the potential difficulties it may cause for lawyers, litigants, and court staff. According to a press release issued by the court, no cases […]
One year on Pahalgam false flag: India still unable to answer ISPR questions
– Even after a year, questions raised by Pakistan’s military over the Pahalgam false flag operation remain unanswered. Director General Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR), Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, had raised several questions during a briefing on April 30, 2025, challenging the narrative surrounding the Pahalgam incident. DG ISPR stated that if the claim […]
PSX remains bearish amid stalled US-Iran talks
Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) opened on a negative note on Thursday, extending losses amid stalled talks between the US and Iran. During early session, the KSE-100 index plunged by 979.78 points to drop to 170,599.52 points, marking a negative change of 1.57 percent compared to previous close of 171,579.30. A day earlier, the benchmark index […]