Category: Pakistan
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Pakistan Urges India to Acknowledge Facts on Kashmir Instead of Misleading the United Nations
United Nations: Pakistan’s Counsellor at the Permanent Mission to the United Nations, Gul Qaiser Sarwani, has called on India to carefully examine the facts regarding Jammu and Kashmir rather than attempting to deny realities, divert attention, or mislead the United Nations about the disputed territory. The remarks were made during a debate in the United…
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No Proposal Under Consideration to Place Karachi Under Federal Control, Says Ahsan Iqbal
Islamabad: Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal has clarified that there is currently no proposal under consideration to bring Karachi under the direct administrative control of the federal government. His remarks came during an appearance on Geo News’ current affairs program Naya Pakistan, where he discussed issues related to the National…
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Islamabad High Court Declares Travel Ban for Visa Overstay Deportees Illegal
Islamabad: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has ruled that merely being deported from a foreign country due to a visa overstay cannot be used as a legal basis for placing a citizen’s name on Pakistan’s Passport Control List (PCL). The landmark judgment was issued in a case concerning restrictions on international travel, where the court…
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Sindh Announces Schedule for Matric and Intermediate Results
Karachi: The Sindh government has announced the timeline for the release of Matriculation (Matric) and Intermediate examination results across the province, aiming to ensure that students receive their results in time for admissions to higher educational institutions. The decision was made during a meeting of all educational boards chaired by Sindh Minister for Universities and…
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Pakistan Says Continued Cross-Border Attacks from Afghanistan Have Tested Its Patience
Islamabad: Pakistan has expressed serious concern over what it describes as the continued threat of terrorism originating from Afghan territory, stating that repeated attacks against Pakistani citizens and security personnel have tested the country’s patience and cannot be tolerated indefinitely. The remarks were made by Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Andrabi during the weekly media briefing…
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Lahore High Court Dismisses Petition on Power and Gas Load Shedding, Imposes Fine on Petitioner
Lahore: The Lahore High Court (LHC) has dismissed a petition concerning alleged unannounced electricity and gas load shedding, declaring it vague, unsubstantiated, and lacking credible evidence. The court also imposed a fine of Rs 100,000 on the petitioner for approaching the court without first utilizing the appropriate legal and regulatory forums. The ruling was issued…
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Lahore High Court Upholds Death Sentences of Two Convicts in Motorway Rape Case
Lahore: The Lahore High Court (LHC) has dismissed the appeals filed by two convicts in the high-profile Motorway rape case, upholding the death sentences awarded to them by an anti-terrorism court. The ruling marks a significant development in a case that drew nationwide attention and sparked widespread debate about women’s safety, law enforcement, and criminal…
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All Parties Conference in Azad Kashmir Fails to Reach Clear Decision on Refugee Seats
Muzaffarabad: An All Parties Conference (APC) convened at the Prime Minister’s House in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) to discuss the demands of the Awami Action Committee concluded without reaching a definitive decision on the contentious issue of refugee seats in the Legislative Assembly. Representatives from several political parties, including the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N),…
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Punjab Farmers’ Fortunes Are Changing Through Kisan Card Program, Says Maryam Nawaz
Lahore: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has said that the provincial government’s Kisan Card initiative is transforming the lives of farmers by improving access to agricultural financing and reducing their dependence on traditional lenders. In a statement, the chief minister described the program as a major step toward empowering farmers and promoting financial independence in…
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PPP and Government Remain Divided Over Budget Proposals as Talks Yield No Breakthrough
Islamabad: Differences between the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) and the federal government over key budget proposals remain unresolved after the latest round of negotiations failed to produce a breakthrough. According to sources, discussions held on Wednesday regarding the upcoming federal budget ended without significant progress, prompting both sides to elevate the matter to their senior…
