IMF forecasts lower growth for Pakistan than govt target
ISLAMABAD : The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has forecast that Pakistan’s economic growth rate is likely to remain at 3.6% for the fiscal year 2025-26, which is lower than the government’s projected estimate of 4.2%.In its World Economic Outlook Report 2025, the IMF stated that global inflation is expected to remain relatively low; however, economic […]
Blocking Pakistan’s water will be considered a declaration of war: Dar
NEW YORK : Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Monday said that any attempt by India to block water flow into Pakistan or its course is diverted, it will be considered a declaration of war.Addressing a press conference in New York, Ishaq Dar stated that the Indus Waters Treaty cannot be unilaterally […]
Pakistan bans by-road travel to Iraq, Iran for Arbaeen
ISLAMABAD :The government on Sunday said the Pakistani pilgrims would be barred from travelling by road to Iran and Iraq for the Arbaeen pilgrimage.Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi said the decision was taken by keeping in account public and national security.Naqvi said on X post: “After extensive consultations with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, [the] Balochistan […]
No evidence of Pakistan’s involvement in Pahalgam attack: P. Chidambaram
NEW DELHI: Former Indian Home Minister P. Chidambaram has said that there is no evidence of Pakistan’s involvement in the Pahalgam terrorist attack; the attackers were Indian nationals.Chidambaram, who is a member of the opposition Congress, questioned the Modi government “Why does the Indian government assume that the attackers came from Pakistan? Has the government […]
Pakistan commemorates martyrdom anniversary of Captain Sarwar
RAWALPINDI :The armed forces of Pakistan solemnly commemorate the 77th martyrdom anniversary of Captain Muhammad Sarwar Shaheed today, July 27.“As the first recipient of the Nishan-e-Haider, Captain Muhammad Sarwar Shaheed laid down his life on 27 July 1948 during the First Kashmir War at Tilpatra (Azad Kashmir), leading his men with extraordinary courage, tactical brilliance, […]
Pakistan, US move closer to trade deal, says Ishaq Dar
WASHINGTON :Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar said Pakistan and the United States moved closer to a mutually beneficial trade agreement, which is likely to be finalised in days.Speaking at an event hosted by the Atlantic Council in Washington following his meeting with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, he said: “I […]
US acknowledges Pakistan’s mediating role in Iran talks, regional stability
WASHINGTON : US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has expressed appreciation for Pakistan’s continued willingness to play a constructive role in mediating conversations with Iran and its commitment to preserving regional stability.He made the remarks during a meeting the Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, according to the US State Department.“The two also discussed […]
LHC CJ orders IG Punjab to review CCD police encounters
LAHORE :Lahore High Court Chief Justice Aalia Neelum has directed the Inspector General (IG) Punjab to review the recent police encounters carried out by the Counter Crime Department (CCD).The directive was issued during the hearing of a petition filed by Farhat Bibi. Following the court’s order, IG Punjab appeared in person, and Assistant Advocate General […]
NDMA warns of flood, landslide across Pakistan amid heavy monsoon rains
ISLAMABAD : The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued a warning about potential threats across various parts of the country due to monsoon rains, effective until July 25.According to the spokesperson, heavy rains in northern regions could trigger landslides and Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOF). The affected areas include Reshun, Brep, Booni, Sardar Gol, […]
When will Imran Khan’s sons come to Pakistan, Aleema Khan told
Rawalpindi: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan’s sister Aleema Khan has said that the founder’s children will come to Pakistan to meet their father. While talking to the media outside Adiala Jail, Aleema Khan, the sister of PTI founder, said that my sisters Noreen Niazi and Uzma Khan were not allowed to meet today. Earlier, […]