ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has offered new sea trade routes to Russia and Central Asian countries through its Arabian Sea ports as part of efforts to transform the country into a major regional trade hub. Federal Communications Minister Abdul Aleem Khan highlighted Pakistan’s strategic location while addressing a meeting of the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe…
With the arrival of the holy month of Ramazan, a welfare campaign titled “Khidmat ka Ramadan” has been launched in Lahore under the supervision of Markazi Muslim League, aimed at providing free Sehri meals to thousands of deserving people across the city. According to party representatives, Sehri kitchens are currently operational in 274 union councils,…
A highly wanted terror suspect has been arrested during an intelligence-based operation in Karachi, security officials confirmed on Thursday. According to authorities, the suspect has been identified as Dost Muhammad, a resident of Bajaur, who was wanted in connection with a terrorist attack carried out in November 2020. The attack reportedly took place in Nawagai,…
The holy month of Ramazan has officially commenced across Pakistan, creating a spiritually charged atmosphere as Muslims nationwide prepared for the first Sehri and observed their inaugural fast of the blessed month. Markets across major cities and towns remained busy late into the night, with families purchasing food items and household essentials for Sehri and…
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has extended heartfelt greetings to the people of Pakistan and Muslims across the globe on the arrival of the holy month of Ramazan 1447 Hijra. In his official message, the prime minister described Ramazan as a sacred blessing that provides an opportunity for spiritual renewal, devotion, humility, and self-purification. He…
🌙 Ramadan Moon Sighted in Pakistan – First Fast on February 19 The Crescent Moon of Ramadan 2026 Sighted in Pakistan The crescent moon of Ramadan has officially been sighted in Pakistan, marking the beginning of the holy month. The first fast (Roza) will be observed on February 19, following the confirmation by religious authorities….
Sindh CM Presides Over 50th PPP Policy Board Meeting; Major Projects Cleared for Education, Transport and Ecotourism KARACHI: Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah presided over the 50th meeting of the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Policy Board at CM House, approving a wide-ranging set of development initiatives spanning education, transport, ecotourism and industrial growth across Sindh….
The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) has expressed serious concern over what it describes as a pattern of staged police encounters allegedly carried out by the Crime Control Department (CCD) in Punjab. The commission warned that such actions could undermine constitutional protections and weaken the rule of law in the province. In a detailed…
The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee will hold its official meeting today in Peshawar to sight the moon marking the beginning of Ramazan in Pakistan. The committee will carefully observe the moon to determine the official start of the holy month of fasting. Religious scholars, government officials, and media representatives are expected to attend the meeting to…
The opposition alliance Tehreek-e-Tahafuz-e-Ayin-e-Pakistan (TTAP) continued its sit-in outside Parliament House on Tuesday for the fifth consecutive day, demanding access to jailed former prime minister Imran Khan to verify his medical condition. Although roads surrounding Parliament House were cleared, the protest remained in place. TTAP leaders said they hope at least one family member or…
