madrassa bill
Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman on Tuesday threatened to launch a protest drive if the government further delayed the matter and refused to notify Societies Registration (Amendment) Act 2024 passed by both houses of parliament. Addressing the National Assembly session, Fazl said legislation on the bill regarding madaris
psx
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a remarkable surge on Monday as the benchmark KSE-100 Index surpassed the 115,000-point mark for the first time in history. The trading session began on a strong note, with the KSE-100 Index reaching an intraday high of 115,826.94 points before settling
Senior Judge of the Supreme Court Justice Mansoor Ali Shah has stressed the urgent need for climate action and financial support to address the climate crisis in Pakistan. Speaking at a seminar on climate change in Lahore, Justice Mansoor expressed deep concern over the lack of progress in the past
cpec
Islamabad:The Embassy of China in Pakistan on Friday organised the awarding ceremony for outstanding Pakistani staff of China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) projects to recognise 43 persons from different projects who have contributed to the CPEC construction. Addressing the ceremony, Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zaidong emphasised that we should look
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz’s recent visit to China has been hailed as a major success, with Chinese companies pledging over Rs13 billion (around $50 million) in investments for the province, Express News reported. The visit marked a significant milestone in Punjab’s economic development and international partnerships. During
Today marks 53 years since the tragic fall of Dhaka on December 16, 1971, a day remembered as the Day of the Fall of Dhaka, when East Pakistan separated to become Bangladesh. December 16, 1971, remains a dark chapter in history, as conspiracies by adversaries divided Pakistan into two. The
The country’s inflation trajectory has demonstrated a remarkable downward trend, with the rate plummeting to 4.9% in November 2024, marking the lowest level in six and a half years, according to recent economic data. During the first five months of the current fiscal year, the average inflation rate
In the heart of Punjab, Pakistan, amidst the golden fields and bustling cities, a beacon of progress rises high – the Sahiwal Coal Power Plant. It was constructed under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) initiative and represents one of the early harvest projects of this multi-billion-dollar partnership. As a beacon of
Pakistan Bagladesh
An international conference on Pakistan-Bangladesh relations unfolded at the Pakistan National Council of Arts Auditorium on December 12, 2024, marking a pivotal moment in regional diplomatic engagement. The conference, a collaborative effort between Rifah International University, Global Youth Association, Pak Social Alliance, and Pakistan Civil Society, brought together prominent scholars,
ICC
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has confirmed that any announcement regarding the Champions Trophy will be made via a press release. This follows recent claims by Indian media that the Champions Trophy would take place under a Fusion Formula, with Pakistan serving as the host. According to reports, the fusion
JIANG ZAIDONG
Speech by Ambassador Jiang Zaidong at the Awarding Ceremony for Outstanding Pakistani Staff of the CPEC H.E Mr. Iqbal, Planning Minister, Dear Mr. Chen Shuai, Deputy Director General of the Department of International Cooperation the National Development and Reform Commission, Ladies and gentlemen, It is a great pleasure to
ATC
An Islamabad anti-terrorism court (ATC) discharged on Saturday 32 individuals who had been arrested in connection with the D-Chowk protest, following the failure of the police to conduct an identification parade. According to details, Judge Abul Hasnat Zulqarnain, presiding over the case, issued the ruling after hearing the case against
Barrister Gohar Khan
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Barrister Gohar Ali Khan emphasised on Saturday the necessity of “unconditional and comprehensive” negotiations to resolve Pakistan’s ongoing political challenges. Speaking to media in Islamabad, he stated, “We believe that dialogue should take place.” He further added, “There must be unconditional and inclusive talks to address
ATC
Lahore anti-terrorism court (ATC) declared on Saturday eight PTI leaders as proclaimed offenders in the case of burning a container at Kalma Chowk on May 9. According to details, the court, presided over by Judge Arshad Javed, issued permanent arrest warrants for the accused. “The accused have gone into hiding
cm maryam
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz said that China always supported Pakistan. Maryam Nawaz reached Guangzhou city of China during her week-long visit. She was warmly welcomed on her arrival in Guangzhou. CM Maryam Nawaz held an important meeting with Guangzhou Vice-Governor Zheng Guozhi. A state dinner was also arranged for
salaries
Inflation has compelled ministers and parliamentarians to raise their voices, with the Law Minister sharing details about the salaries and privileges of lawmakers in the Senate session chaired by Senator Irfan Siddiqui. Minister for Law, Azam Nazeer Tarar, highlighted the disparity between lawmakers’ salaries and public perception. He revealed that