Sir Syed Ahmed Khan began his mission by establishing schools and subsequently founded Aligarh Muslim University, which stands as a significant achievement; otherwise, we might be serving under Hindus. Sir Syed University bears the name of a true beacon of light. In the past, Muslims held a position of leadership in the world, but we […]
In the aftermath of the Pahalgam attack, India has once again resorted to its tried-and-tested tactic of aggressive posturing and war-mongering, attempting to shift blame across the border without credible evidence. While this belligerence may satisfy nationalist sentiment within India, its regional consequences have been far more profound-and unexpectedly beneficial-for Pakistan. Far from isolating or […]
First Lady and MNA Aseefa Bhutto along with Sindh Health Minister Dr. Azra Fazal Pechuho on Monday reviewed work on houses being constructed under the Sindh Peoples Housing for flood-hit people in Shaheed Benazirabad district. During the visit, the First Lady distributed ownership certificated among women beneficiaries of the scheme. While interacting with women beneficiaries, […]
Sindh Minister for Energy, Development, and Planning Syed Nasir Hussain Shah stated that foreign investment is playing a pivotal role in highlighting Pakistan’s positive image and ensuring economic stability and growth. He expressed these views while speaking to journalists at the inauguration ceremony of a foreign airline’s operations in Pakistan, held at a local hotel. […]
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has started licensing virtual private network (VPN) service providers under the Class License for the Provision of Data Services in Pakistan. As part of this process, PTA has already granted Class Licenses to provide VPN services to three companies, said a news release. All VPN service providers operating without a […]
Against the backdrop of the recent spike in incidents of terrorism in the country, security across Punjab was put on high alert, a police spokesperson confirmed on Sunday. The development came days after the terror attack on Bannu Cantonment in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. At least five soldiers and 13 civilians were martyred while 16 militants were […]
Counsel for the petitioner in Jaranwala Church burning case has informed the Constitutional Bench of the Supreme Court of Pakistan that almost all the suspects of rampage against Christian community are released due to substandard investigation. The Court however advised the petitioner to approach proper forum as the Supreme Court is not going to interfere […]
The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee of Pakistan has gathered to decide the sighting of the Shawwal crescent moon. The meeting is taking place at the Ministry of Religious Affairs in Islamabad. Maulana Abdul Khabir Azad, the head of the committee, is leading the discussion. Religious scholars, experts from SUPARCO, and meteorologists are also present.
Supreme Court’s Justice Muhammad Ali Mazhar questioned on Wednesday why military courts were not nullified in the 21st Constitutional Amendment. The judge, part of the seven-member constitutional bench led by Justice Aminuddin Khan, heard the intra-court appeal against the trial of civilians in military courts. Representing Aitzaz Ahsan during the hearing, lawyer Latif Khosa objected […]
The Government of Sindh, in collaboration with the Oxford Pakistan Programme (OPP), has announced the establishment of two prestigious scholarships in the name of Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto and Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto. The scholarships will be part of the OPP’s annual graduate scholarship programme and will support exceptionally talented students from Sindh to pursue […]
Pakistan Navy on Monday inaugurated the Sea Guard-25 security exercise in Karachi, aimed at tackling challenges within the maritime sector, a statement from the Pakistan Navy said. The second in its series, Exercise Sea Guard is a Pakistan Navy initiative aimed at bringing together representatives from the country’s diverse maritime sectors, including shipping, fisheries, law […]
Justice Jamal Khan Mandokhail on Thursday observed that [an accused] would be handed over [to army] under the Official Secrets Act after the completion of investigation. Justice Mandokhail gave the observation during the hearing of intra-court appeal against the trial of civilians in military courts. A seven-member constitutional bench of the Supreme Court is hearing […]
The Regional Reference Laboratory for Polio Eradication at the National Institute of Health has confirmed a polio case from District Thatta, Sindh, marking the fourth such case in the province and the sixth case in Pakistan for the year 2025, according to the Pakistan Polio Eradication Promgramme website. This comes as part of a growing […]
Chief Secretary Punjab Zahid Akhtar Zaman has directed all the government departments to simplify the process of issuing No Objection Certificates (NOCs). He emphasized streamlining the online acquisition of NOCs for businesses and citizens through the e-Biz portal to ensure efficiency and ease of access. The orders were issued during a meeting of administrative secretaries […]
International Women’s Day themed “For all Women and Girls: Rights, Equality, Empowerment” was observed with great enthusiasm on Saturday in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. This year’s theme emphasizes the importance of universal rights and opportunities, ensuring that every woman and girl can contribute to a more equitable future. The most inspirational women that made Pakistani nation […]
KARACHI – Sindh Local Government Minister Saeed Ghani said on Monday that the government was fully prepared for the monsoon rains. He made the statement as light rain fell across parts of Karachi and the weather turned humid. Speaking at a press conference, he confirmed that arrangements were already in place to manage expected heavy downpours. Ghani emphasized that all possible efforts had been made by the government, institutions, and local authorities to minimize public difficulty.
A delegation led by Prof. Zhang Lixin, Chairman of the Silk Road Bio-Healthy Agriculture Industry Alliance at Northwest A&F University, reached a consensus on jointly building a joint research lab and a China-Pakistan Bio-Healthy Agriculture Science and Technology Demonstration Park during a visit to the University of Agriculture Faisalabad (UAF) and the Ayub Agricultural Research […]
Senator Aimal Wali Khan Thursday called on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and invited him to attend the All Parties Conference organized by the Awami National Party (ANP). The prime minister directed the formation of a committee to represent the Pakistan Muslim League-N in the Conference. Senator Aimal Wali Khan congratulated the Prime Minister on […]
The Hunza River flooded suddenly in the Gilgit-Baltistan region, hitting Gulmit Gojal stream hard. This caused panic and chaos as floodwaters rushed through the area. More than 50 workers on a water channel barely escaped with their lives. The flood also brought large rocks that blocked parts of the Karakoram Highway. Because of the blockage, many travelers got stuck and could not move.
KHYBER AGENCY: Large numbers of Saudi riyals, UAE dirhams and US dollars were recovered from currency pushers when custom officials foiled bids to smuggle foreign currency from Pakistan to Afghanistan at the Torkham border yesterday. Custom superintendent, Naeem Khan said on Tuesday that on the directions of Collector Peshawar that some elements would make an […]
Rawalpindi district administration has provided 9800 cooked food packets to tourists in Murree during Jan 7 to 11. According to a district administration spokesman, 650 blankets and 9500 packets of dry fruits were also distributed. He informed that the district administration and Provincial Disaster Management Authority were conducting a survey in far-flung areas of Murree […]
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