Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has defended the legitimacy of the current government, stating that if the 2018 general elections are considered legitimate, then the present government must also be regarded as legitimate. Speaking during the debate on the Finance Bill 2026-27 in the National Assembly, the prime minister rejected opposition claims questioning his government’s constitutional…
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has clarified that Iran’s ballistic missile programme was never included in the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between Iran and the United States. The statement was made during a delegation-level meeting held in Islamabad alongside Iranian President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian. Speaking during the meeting, the prime minister emphasized that the…
Iranian President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian concluded his one-day official visit to Pakistan by reaffirming Iran’s commitment to regional peace, stronger Pakistan-Iran relations, and the creation of a new regional security architecture based on cooperation and mutual respect. During a joint press conference with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad, President Pezeshkian praised Pakistan’s efforts in…
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian arrived in Pakistan on Tuesday for an official visit at the invitation of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, marking an important step in strengthening bilateral relations between the two neighboring countries. The high-level visit includes meetings with Pakistan’s top civilian leadership and discussions on regional cooperation, trade, energy, border security, and diplomatic…
Mobile phone services have started to be suspended in Quetta as authorities implement heightened security measures ahead of the 7th of Muharram. The temporary suspension has been introduced to ensure public safety during Muharram processions and religious gatherings across the city. According to police officials, the shutdown of mobile services is part of a broader…
A tragic shooting incident occurred in Karachi after a man was gunned down inside his home near the New Abadi area of Ibrahim Hyderi. Police have launched a full-scale investigation to identify the attackers and determine the motive behind the deadly attack. According to police officials, the deceased has been identified as Iqbal. Initial reports…
The Metro Bus service in Islamabad has been partially suspended today, according to official announcements, affecting thousands of daily commuters across the federal capital. Authorities confirmed that Metro Bus operations within Islamabad will remain closed for the day, while limited services will continue in Rawalpindi. Officials stated that the suspension applies to the Islamabad section…
A private company in Pakistan has been fined Rs1.2 million by the Federal Ombudsperson for Protection against Harassment (FOSPAH) after unlawfully terminating a female employee during her approved maternity leave. The decision is being viewed as a significant step toward protecting women’s workplace rights and ensuring employers comply with labor laws. According to the findings,…
Pakistan, Qatar mediation secures breakthrough in US-Iran talks as 60-day roadmap agreed A major diplomatic breakthrough was achieved in Bürgenstock, Switzerland, where the United States and Iran concluded their first high-level negotiations under the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) framework. The talks, facilitated by Pakistan and Qatar, resulted in a 60-day roadmap aimed at reaching…
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir joined senior leaders from the United States, Iran, and Qatar in Bürgenstock, Switzerland, to participate in high-level peace talks aimed at advancing the implementation of the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The diplomatic meeting is being viewed as a major step toward promoting regional stability…
