Punjab’s wheat procurement policy is facing serious challenges as delays in implementing a new private-sector-led system have exposed farmers to financial risks during the peak harvest season. At the same time, rising wheat prices have made it increasingly difficult for the government to achieve its procurement target. The provincial government had earlier decided to move…
The United States has transferred the seized Iranian vessel M/V Touska along with 22 crew members to Pakistan for repatriation to Iran, marking a significant development amid ongoing maritime tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. According to US Central Command, the ship was intercepted near Iran’s Chabahar port after allegedly failing to comply with repeated…
Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) Prime Minister Raja Faisal Mumtaz Rathore has announced land ownership rights for more than 1,000 families displaced due to shelling along the Line of Control (LoC), marking a significant step toward addressing long-standing resettlement issues. The affected families, originally from districts such as Bhimber and Kotli, had been forced to…
The Lahore High Court (LHC) has initiated the process to fill 19 vacant judges’ positions as the court continues to face an increasing workload and shortage of judicial staff. Chief Justice Aalia Neelum has taken steps to address the gap, aiming to improve the efficiency of case handling and reduce delays in the justice system….
At least three people were killed and 11 others injured in a series of separate violent and accidental incidents reported from different areas of Balochistan, including Dera Murad Jamali, Notal, Tambo, and Jhal Magsi, according to local police and authorities. In Dera Murad Jamali, unidentified armed men opened fire at a shop near DC Chowk,…
Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti has reaffirmed the provincial government’s commitment to supporting journalists, emphasizing that a free, responsible, and informed press is essential for a strong democratic system. His remarks came ahead of World Press Freedom Day, highlighting the importance of media in promoting transparency and accountability. Acknowledging the challenging conditions faced by journalists…
The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has dismissed a petition filed by the Hub Power Company (Hubco) challenging a show-cause notice issued by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), allowing tax authorities to proceed with the case under the applicable legal framework. According to court records, Hubco had contested the legality of the notice, arguing that…
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued an urgent GLOF (Glacial Lake Outburst Flood) alert for Gilgit-Baltistan and parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa as a new weather system approaches the region. According to the latest advisory, a westerly wave is expected to enter northern areas from May 3, bringing heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and strong winds. Experts…
More than 100 activists, including former Pakistani senator Mushtaq Ahmad Khan, have been released in Greece after being detained during an Israeli interception of aid vessels bound for Gaza. The activists were part of the Global Sumud Flotilla, a humanitarian initiative aimed at delivering aid and drawing global attention to the ongoing crisis in Gaza….
The Punjab government has introduced a comprehensive set of safety regulations for kite-flying ahead of the Basant Festival 2027, aiming to ensure public safety while reviving the traditional celebration. The new rules have been issued under the directives of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, with December 30, 2026 set as the deadline for full implementation….
