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Gilani highlights seerat-un-Nabi (PBUH) as a guide for peace, global unity

Muhammad ibrahimJune 8, 2026June 8, 2026

June 8, 2026June 8, 20260315

ISLAMABAD: Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani, Chairman of the Senate, has described Seerat-un-Nabi (PBUH) as a vital blueprint for ensuring peace, human coexistence, and worldwide harmony. ...

PPP supports PML-N’s budget, postponement under consideration after key Islamabad meeting

Muhammad ibrahimJune 8, 2026June 8, 2026

June 8, 2026June 8, 20260314

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Peoples Party has signaled its backing to the federal government led by PML-N for the passage of the upcoming budget, according to...

PM urges calm amid escalating violence in the Middle East

Muhammad ibrahimJune 8, 2026June 8, 2026

June 8, 2026June 8, 20260319

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has emphasized the importance of restraint as violence in the Middle East intensifies. He described the recent increase in hostilities...

Major surgery anticipated for Acid Attack victim Dr. Mahnoor

Muhammad ibrahimJune 8, 2026June 8, 2026

June 8, 2026June 8, 20260615

QUETTA: Dr. Mahnoor Nasir, the female physician who was attacked with acid in Quetta, is expected to undergo extensive reconstructive surgery in the coming hours...

Man who aided Quetta Doctor after acid attack to receive civil honor

Muhammad ibrahimJune 8, 2026June 8, 2026

June 8, 2026June 8, 20260349

QUETTA: Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti praised Abdul Razzaq Tarakai as a “valuable member of society” for his quick response in assisting a female doctor after...

Punjab to launch large-scale electric bike initiative

Muhammad ibrahimJune 8, 2026June 8, 2026

June 8, 2026June 8, 20260428

LAHORE: The Punjab government is preparing to roll out a significant new program aimed at reducing environmental pollution and increasing access to electric bikes for...

Pakistan condemns British MPs’ comments on AJK

Muhammad ibrahimJune 8, 2026June 8, 2026

June 8, 2026June 8, 20260977

ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ spokesperson on Monday strongly dismissed the “baseless and uninformed” comments made by certain British Members of Parliament and members...

Pakistan to host two major tennis tournaments in 2026, marking a historic moment

Muhammad ibrahimJune 8, 2026June 8, 2026

June 8, 2026June 8, 202601086

ISLAMABAD: In a significant development for Pakistani sports, the Pakistan Tennis Federation (PTF) announced on Monday that the country will host two consecutive ITF W15,000...

Iran ceases military actions against Israel following first exchange of fire since ceasefire

Muhammad ibrahimJune 8, 2026June 8, 2026

June 8, 2026June 8, 20260886

TEHRAN: Iran announced on Monday that it would halt its recent military operations targeting Israel after the initial exchange of fire since a fragile ceasefire...

BISP to introduce digital wallet payments from July, says Rubina Khalid

Muhammad ibrahimJune 8, 2026June 8, 2026

June 8, 2026June 8, 20260237

ISLAMABAD: Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) Chairperson Rubina Khalid has announced that beneficiaries will begin receiving financial assistance through digital wallets starting in July, aiming...

Court defers anmol Pinky drug cases over delay in challan submission

Muhammad ibrahimJune 8, 2026June 8, 2026

June 8, 2026June 8, 20260533

KARACHI: Proceedings in two narcotics cases against alleged cocaine dealer Anmol, also known as Pinky, were postponed after the investigating officer failed to submit the...

PPP pushes for 50% salary, pension increase ahead of budget 2026-27

Muhammad ibrahimJune 8, 2026June 8, 2026

June 8, 2026June 8, 20260309

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) has urged the federal government to introduce a 50 per cent increase in salaries and pensions for public sector...

PM Shehbaz visits Chaudhry Nisar, offers condolences over family bereavement

Muhammad ibrahimJune 8, 2026June 8, 2026

June 8, 2026June 8, 20260216

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif called on senior political leader Chaudhry Nisar Ali Khan at his residence in Islamabad to express sympathy over the...

Govt taking steps to modernise nursing sector: Mustafa Kamal

Muhammad ibrahimJune 8, 2026June 8, 2026

June 8, 2026June 8, 20260299

ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Health Syed Mustafa Kamal has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to improving healthcare services, saying that ensuring quality medical facilities for citizens...

Iran warns of strong response over ceasefire violations, accuses US of backing Israel

Muhammad ibrahimJune 8, 2026June 8, 2026

June 8, 2026June 8, 20260836

TEHRAN: Iran has alleged that the United States is supporting Israel’s actions in the region, warning that any continued breach of ceasefire agreements could trigger...

Four security personnel martyred in Rawalakot clash, dozens injured

Muhammad ibrahimJune 8, 2026June 8, 2026

June 8, 2026June 8, 20260247

RAWALAKOT: Four members of law enforcement agencies were martyred and more than 20 security officials injured after armed activists linked to the banned Jammu Kashmir...

PSX slides as oil surge, Middle East conflict weigh on investor confidence

Muhammad ibrahimJune 8, 2026June 8, 2026

June 8, 2026June 8, 20260937

KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) remained under pressure on Monday as escalating tensions in the Middle East triggered a sharp rise in global oil prices,...

PM Shehbaz hails peaceful GB elections, congratulates winning parties

Muhammad ibrahimJune 8, 2026June 8, 2026

June 8, 2026June 8, 20260223

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday praised the people of Gilgit-Baltistan for their active participation in the recently held general elections, describing the polling...

PPP leads GB polls, Bilawal set to form GB govt

Muhammad ibrahimJune 8, 2026June 8, 2026

June 8, 2026June 8, 20260337

G.BALTISTAN: Gilgit-Baltistan’s 2026 general elections have produced a fragmented mandate, with the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) securing the highest number of seats but falling short...

Gilgit-Baltistan EC mandates presiding officers to distribute form 45 to polling agents

Muhammad ibrahimJune 7, 2026June 7, 2026

June 7, 2026June 7, 20260269

SKARDU: The Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) Election Commission (EC) has issued a directive requiring all presiding officers in the region to provide polling agents with a copy...

Quetta female doctor attacked with acid, now in ‘Stable Condition’

Muhammad ibrahimJune 7, 2026June 7, 2026

June 7, 2026June 7, 20260880

QUETTA: A female doctor who was targeted in an acid attack at a Quetta hospital is currently in stable health and receiving treatment at a...

Polling ends, vote counting underway for Gilgit-Baltistan 2026 elections

Muhammad ibrahimJune 7, 2026June 7, 2026

June 7, 2026June 7, 20260267

G.BALTISTAN: Polling in Gilgit-Baltistan wrapped up smoothly, with no reports of disturbances, as security remained tight throughout the process. Chief Election Commissioner Raja Shahbaz Khan...

Pakistan’s proposed solar wheeling policy: A step toward cheaper, more flexible electricity use

Muhammad ibrahimJune 7, 2026June 7, 2026

June 7, 2026June 7, 20260392

ISLAMABAD: The federal government is reportedly working on a new Solar Wheeling Policy (also called an Energy Wheeling Policy) designed to reshape how electricity is...

Chemical industry can play pivotal role in economic growth: Ahsan

Muhammad ibrahimJune 7, 2026June 7, 2026

June 7, 2026June 7, 20260290

LAHORE: Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal says the chemical industry can play a pivotal role in economic growth, export promotion, industrial...

Child tortured by Shopkeeper over theft allegation in Jahanian

Muhammad ibrahimJune 7, 2026June 7, 2026

June 7, 2026June 7, 20260352

JAHANIAN: In Jahanian, a shopkeeper allegedly subjected a 10-year-old boy to severe abuse after accusing him of stealing cigarettes. Reports indicate that the child was...

PML-N, PPP supporters clash at GB election polling station

Muhammad ibrahimJune 7, 2026June 7, 2026

June 7, 2026June 7, 20260305

G.BALTISTAN: Tensions flared during the Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly elections on Sunday when supporters of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) and the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) got...

Naqvi arrives in Tehran with special message for Iran’s Supreme Leader

Muhammad ibrahimJune 7, 2026June 7, 2026

June 7, 2026June 7, 202601044

ISLAMABAD/TEHRAN: Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi travelled to Tehran on Saturday carrying a special message from Pakistan’s top civilian and military leadership for Iran’s Supreme...

President, PM call for stronger food safety measures on World Food Safety Day

Muhammad ibrahimJune 7, 2026June 7, 2026

June 7, 2026June 7, 202601063

ISLAMABAD: Marking World Food Safety Day on June 7, President Asif Ali Zardari urged government institutions, businesses and consumers to work together in promoting safe...

GB election commission rejects rumours of candidate Riyaz Akbar’s disqualification

Muhammad ibrahimJune 7, 2026June 7, 2026

June 7, 2026June 7, 20260210

GILGIT: The Gilgit-Baltistan Election Commission (GBEC) has dismissed as false a notification being circulated online that claims election candidate Riyaz Akbar has been disqualified. According...

Govt eyes Rs1.727 trillion petroleum levy target for FY2026-27

Muhammad ibrahimJune 7, 2026June 7, 2026

June 7, 2026June 7, 202601125

ISLAMABAD: If approved, the new target would exceed the current fiscal year’s goal by approximately Rs292 billion and stand about Rs157 billion higher than the...

AJK SC affirms constitutional status of refugee seats

Muhammad ibrahimJune 7, 2026June 7, 2026

June 7, 2026June 7, 20260529

MUZAFFARABAD: The Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) Supreme Court has ruled that the 12 seats reserved for refugees in the Legislative Assembly are constitutionally protected...

Polling underways for Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly elections under tight security

Muhammad ibrahimJune 7, 2026June 7, 2026

June 7, 2026June 7, 20260235

GILGIT: Voting is underway across Gilgit-Baltistan for the election of 24 seats in the regional assembly, with over 400 candidates contesting. Polling commenced at 8:00am...

Highly intelligent bear injured four People in Japan

Muhammad ibrahimJune 5, 2026June 5, 2026

June 5, 2026June 5, 20260399

WEB DESK: An “extraordinarily intelligent” bear that injured four individuals in northern Japan continues to evade capture as of Friday, after reportedly opening a window...

AJK needs constructive solutions, not endless confrontation

Muhammad ibrahimJune 5, 2026June 5, 2026

June 5, 2026June 5, 20260405

A.J.KASMIRE: The ongoing debate surrounding JAAC’s planned protest has shifted attention away from an important reality: meaningful engagement is already underway. A high-powered delegation representing...

Karachi man granted two-day police remand in wife’s murder case

Muhammad ibrahimJune 5, 2026June 5, 2026

June 5, 2026June 5, 20260688

KARACHI: Karachi court has ordered a 63-year-old man to remain in police custody for two days after being accused of killing his wife with an...

Four workers succumb to toxic gas during sewer cleaning in Faisalabad

Muhammad ibrahimJune 5, 2026June 5, 2026

June 5, 2026June 5, 20260533

FAISALABAD: Four workers lost their lives after being exposed to hazardous gases while cleaning a sewer line in the Faisalabad Industrial Estate Development and Management...

India advances to U18 hockey Asia Cup 2026 final after defeating Pakistan

Muhammad ibrahimJune 5, 2026June 5, 2026

June 5, 2026June 5, 202601858

WEB DESK: India has secured a spot in the final of the U18 Hockey Asia Cup 2026, after a thrilling 5-3 win over Pakistan in...

PTA warns public against unauthorized use of mobile SIMs, security risks

Muhammad ibrahimJune 5, 2026June 5, 2026

June 5, 2026June 5, 20260474

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has issued a cautionary notice urging citizens to promptly deactivate any mobile SIM cards registered in their name that...

President, Prime Minister praise security forces for successful operation in Panjgur

Muhammad ibrahimJune 5, 2026June 5, 2026

June 5, 2026June 5, 20260417

ISLAMABAD:President Asif Ali Zardari has extended his appreciation to the security personnel for their effective operation against Fitna al-Hindustan in Panjgur. In a statement, he...

NEPRA announces Rs1.98 per unit reduction in electricity rates for Pakistan

Muhammad ibrahimJune 5, 2026June 5, 2026

June 5, 2026June 5, 20260402

ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has approved a decrease of Rs1.98 per kilowatt-hour in electricity charges as part of the quarterly adjustment...

PTI considers resigning from assemblies amid declining political space

Muhammad ibrahimJune 5, 2026June 5, 2026

June 5, 2026June 5, 20260348

ISLAMABAD: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Information Minister Shafi Jan has indicated that Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) is contemplating stepping back from legislative assemblies due to what he described...

Islamabad to have elected Chief Minister in major governance overhaul

Muhammad ibrahimJune 5, 2026June 5, 2026

June 5, 2026June 5, 20260296

ISLAMABAD: The government has unveiled an extensive reform plan aimed at overhauling the governance structure of the Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT). The blueprint, spanning 138...

Govt introduces fix tax for small shop owners

Muhammad ibrahimJune 5, 2026June 5, 2026

June 5, 2026June 5, 20260257

ISLAMABAD: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has stated that economy performed well in the current fiscal year despite tension in the Middle East. As per detail,...

Gold price decrease by Rs.1469 per tola

Muhammad ibrahimJune 5, 2026June 5, 2026

June 5, 2026June 5, 202601272

KARACHI: The price of gold decreased by Rs.1469 per tola in Pakistan. Data released by the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association showed that...

AJK general elections scheduled for July 27

Muhammad ibrahimJune 5, 2026June 5, 2026

June 5, 2026June 5, 20260250

AJ.KASHMIR: The Election Commission of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) has officially announced that general elections for the Legislative Assembly will be held on July...

Six militants killed in intelligence-led operation in Panjgur, says ISPR

Muhammad ibrahimJune 5, 2026June 5, 2026

June 5, 2026June 5, 20260254

PANJGUR: Pakistan’s security forces eliminated six suspected militants during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Balochistan’s Panjgur district, according to a statement issued by the Inter-Services...

Momina Iqbal harassment case: Punjab MPA Saqib Khan granted interim bail

Muhammad ibrahimJune 5, 2026June 5, 2026

June 5, 2026June 5, 202601679

LAHORE: Court has granted interim bail to Punjab Assembly member Saqib Khan Chadhar in connection with the harassment case involving actress Momina Iqbal. The relief...

JEC tower surpasses 100 floors as race to build the World’s tallest skyscraper continues

Muhammad ibrahimJune 5, 2026June 5, 2026

June 5, 2026June 5, 20260298

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s ambitious JEC Tower has achieved a major construction milestone, rising beyond 100 storeys and moving closer to its goal of becoming the...

Petrol prices reach Rs. 500 in several districts of Balochistan

Muhammad ibrahimJune 4, 2026June 4, 2026

June 4, 2026June 4, 202601017

QUETTA: The price of petrol has soared to Rs. 500 per liter in multiple districts of Balochistan, leading to widespread disruptions in fuel availability. Many...

Sindh govt ban on bringing mango boxes to Sindh Secretariat

Muhammad ibrahimJune 4, 2026June 4, 2026

June 4, 2026June 4, 20260297

KARACHI: Due to security concerns, the Sindh government has imposed a ban on bringing mango boxes to the Sindh Secretariat. According to an official statement,...

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