Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has ordered stricter policing measures across the province following a noticeable rise in crime incidents. During an emergency meeting in Lahore, she reviewed recent crime reports and expressed serious concern over the deteriorating law and order situation in cities like Sheikhupura and Faisalabad. The chief minister directed police officials…
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed Pakistan’s strong commitment to eradicating Polio, highlighting a significant decline in reported cases during 2026. Chairing a high-level review meeting at the Prime Minister’s Office Pakistan, the prime minister emphasised that sustained coordination between federal and provincial governments, frontline health workers, and international partners remains essential to achieving a…
Pakistan has strongly condemned the recent storming of the Al Aqsa Mosque compound, calling the act a serious violation of international law and an attack on the sanctity of one of Islam’s holiest sites. In an official statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pakistan described the raising of the Israeli flag within the mosque’s courtyard…
The Federal Investigation Agency has registered a major fraud case involving more than Rs6.6 billion, naming multiple suspects including company directors and bank officials. The case highlights serious concerns about financial irregularities, benami accounts, and large-scale tax evasion. According to the FIR, the accused allegedly opened multiple benami bank accounts using the identities of different…
President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif paid rich tribute to Allama Muhammad Iqbal on Iqbal Day 2026, emphasizing the lasting relevance of his philosophy in shaping national life and public conduct. In his message, President Zardari described Allama Iqbal as the “Poet of the East” and a visionary thinker who provided intellectual…
The Sindh government has announced the expansion of its free Pink Scooty scheme to Hyderabad after its successful rollout in Sukkur. The initiative, introduced under the leadership of Sharjeel Inam Memon, aims to improve women’s mobility and promote independence across the province. The Pink Scooty scheme is designed to provide women with free scooters along…
The Capital Development Authority (CDA) is set to expand its anti-encroachment operation in Bari Imam, planning demolition in 12 additional villages after completing action in 14 localities of Bari Imam and Noorpur Shahan. Authorities have already cleared areas including Malpur and Noori Bagh despite strong resistance from residents. The next phase of the operation will…
A rising number of train accidents across Pakistan has sparked serious concerns about railway safety, maintenance, and operational efficiency. Since January 1, more than 20 incidents involving passenger and freight trains have been reported, resulting in at least three deaths, hundreds of injuries, and significant disruption to rail services. The accidents have occurred across major…
A Senate Standing Committee has called for major reforms in Pakistan’s cultural institutions after reviewing their performance, structure, and funding during a high-level meeting held at Parliament House. Chaired by Senator Hidayatullah Khan, the committee examined key organisations including the Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA), the National Library of Pakistan, and the National…
Members of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Assembly have urged the provincial government to impose a tax on tobacco transported to other provinces for cigarette manufacturing, highlighting concerns over economic imbalance and farmer losses. During a session chaired by Speaker Babar Saleem Swati, lawmakers pointed out that KP produces the majority of Pakistan’s tobacco, particularly flue-cured…
