Beijing urges restraint and calls for dialogue between Islamabad and New Delhi In the wake of the deadly Pahalgam attack in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir, which resulted in the deaths of 26 individuals, China has expressed unwavering support for Pakistan. The incident, which occurred on April 22, 2025,
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has outlined ambitious plans to reorganize the National Police Academy (NPA), aiming to elevate it to an international standard. The goal is to enhance the institution’s training capabilities, ensuring that Pakistan’s police force is equipped to meet modern challenges. Vision for a National Police
An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Islamabad has granted bail to Bushra Bibi, the wife of PTI founder Imran Khan, in connection with two cases related to the November 26 protest. The court hearing took place on Monday, with Judge Abusl-Hasanat Zulqarnain presiding over the proceedings. Court Directs Inclusion in Investigation
Rana Aslam, a Pakistani-origin candidate running in the Canadian federal elections, has taken an unusual step by requesting a one-day leave from his government job to contest the upcoming elections. Aslam, who is running as the Liberal Party candidate for the Hamilton constituency, has announced that if he wins the
Petrol prices in Pakistan are expected to decrease from May 1, 2025, following a significant drop in global crude oil prices. However, concerns remain over the impact of recent regulatory changes that could limit the extent of the price reduction for consumers. Declining Global Crude Oil Prices The international market
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) opened the week on a bullish note, with the benchmark KSE-100 index surging by over 900 points during intra-day trading on Monday, reflecting rising investor confidence fueled by positive economic indicators. By mid-session, the index hovered at 118,295 points, building on its upward momentum
A daytime curfew has been extended for a second consecutive day in North Waziristan, as authorities respond to ongoing security concerns in the region. Roads Closed, Movement Restricted from 6am to 6pm According to the district administration, the curfew will remain in force from 6:00 AM to 6:00
Justice Mansoor Ali Shah took oath as the acting Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) on Monday, stepping in during the official overseas visit of incumbent Chief Justice Yahya Afridi. Oath Administered by Justice Munib Akhtar The swearing-in ceremony was held at the Supreme Court, where Justice Munib Akhtar, the senior-most
Pakistan’s week-long contemporary art exhibition, *Vanishing Points, concluded in Dubai over the weekend, drawing praise for its role in promoting cultural diplomacy and reshaping international perceptions of Pakistan through the lens of art. Hosted from April 13 to 20 at Concrete, a leading contemporary art venue in Alserkal Avenue,
The Sindh government has officially rolled out its Pink EV Scooty Scheme, a pioneering initiative aimed at empowering female students and working women by enhancing their mobility and independence through free electric scooters. The program, introduced by the Sindh Transport and Mass Transit Department, is part of broader efforts to
In a pivotal judgment reinforcing India’s linguistic and cultural pluralism, the Supreme Court of India has upheld the use of Urdu on a municipal signboard in Maharashtra, affirming its status as part of the nation’s rich heritage. SC Upholds Linguistic Diversity A two-judge bench comprising Justices *Sudhanshu Dhulia*
In a recent address in London, Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif described the current government as a “hybrid model,” highlighting the collaboration between civilian leadership and the military to address national challenges. He emphasized that this partnership aims to steer the country out of crises, contrasting it with
A violent hailstorm, accompanied by strong winds and lightning, has left five people dead and at least nineteen others injured across Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), and parts of Islamabad. The severe weather caused widespread destruction, collapsing buildings, starting fires, and disrupting daily life in the northern regions of Pakistan. Fatalities
Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC) General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, NI (M), is on an official visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), where he has engaged in high-level talks aimed at reinforcing bilateral defense relations and discussing regional security dynamics. Meetings with UAE Defense Leadership During his visit,
China and Malaysia have pledged support for the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). The two countries made the announcement on Thursday in a joint statement released in the context of Chinese President Xi Jinping’s state visit to Malaysia. The two sides reaffirmed to uphold ASEAN centrality and support
Pakistani model and actress Nadia Hussain has recorded her statement with the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) in connection with an ongoing bank fraud case implicating her husband, Atif Khan. The high-profile case involves alleged misappropriation of over Rs1.2 billion. Actress Denies Knowledge of Fraud Appearing before the FIA’s