ISLAMABAD: Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has termed the recent attacks on Iran as “extremely regrettable,” stating that the developments have deeply saddened the people of Pakistan. In a statement shared on social media platform X, the defence minister said Pakistan has stood by Iran through all possible diplomatic and moral support. He added that Islamabad…
Islamabad has been placed on high alert after authorities cancelled the leaves of police officers and senior officials due to growing security concerns. The decision requires all officers currently on vacation or scheduled leave to immediately return to duty. According to officials, the move is a precautionary measure aimed at strengthening security in the federal…
Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal has proposed significant reforms to the National Finance Commission (NFC) Award, calling for a modern formula that ensures fair and sustainable resource distribution among provinces. Speaking at the Pakistan Governance Forum 2026 in Islamabad, Iqbal emphasized the need to redesign the NFC formula to promote…
The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has announced daily protests outside the Supreme Court of Pakistan in Islamabad, urging authorities to ensure a comprehensive medical check-up and proper healthcare for its jailed leader, Imran Khan. According to official party instructions, all PTI lawmakers from the National Assembly, Senate, and provincial assemblies have been directed to attend the…
ISLAMABAD: Adviser to the Prime Minister on Political Affairs Rana Sanaullah has categorically rejected reports suggesting any deal between the government and jailed PTI founder Imran Khan. Speaking on the matter, Sanaullah clarified that no agreement has been made and no such arrangement is currently under consideration. He also dismissed claims that any institution had…
The opposition alliance, Tehreek-i-Tahafuz-i-Ayin-i-Pakistan (TTAP), on Wednesday announced the conclusion of its prolonged sit-in outside Parliament House, staged over concerns regarding the health of former Prime Minister Imran Khan. Despite ending the protest, TTAP reaffirmed its key demand that Imran Khan be granted uninterrupted access to his personal doctors and allowed private meetings with his…
Deeba Shahnaz Akhter In 2024, Emergency Service Rescue 1122 achieved a significant milestone as Pakistan was honored with the United Nations INSARAG Chair for the Asia-Pacific region. This recognition followed its INSARAG classification and led to the hosting of three major international events: the International Rescue Challenge, the United Nations INSARAG Exercise in Lahore, and the…
