PESHAWAR, July 12: Four employees of the Postal Department have been arrested for embezzling millions of rupees from consumer and dead accounts. According to the FIA spokesperson, over 30 million rupees were misappropriated in a corruption case involving the Abbottabad Postal Department. The FIA's Composite Circle Abbottabad conducted
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Islamabad: In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court of Pakistan has overturned the Peshawar High Court's ruling and the Election Commission's directive, granting reserved seats to Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). A 13-member full bench led by Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa declared the Election Commission's
Arshad Sharif Murder
Islamabad: The Islamabad High Court, under Chief Justice Justice Aamir Farooq, has taken a decisive step in the investigation of the Arshad Sharif murder case, summoning the IG Islamabad and JIT head in a personal capacity. During the hearing requesting the formation of a judicial commission to probe Arshad Sharif&
Shehbaz Sharif
Islamabad: Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif has underscored the urgency of modernizing the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) and implementing comprehensive digitization strategies as pivotal to Pakistan's economic resilience. Chairing a crucial meeting in Islamabad focused on Pakistan Customs and FBR affairs, PM Shahbaz Sharif emphasized the critical
electricity
ISLAMABAD: The federal cabinet has given the green light to increase electricity tariffs for commercial, agricultural, and bulk consumers, effective from July. Commercial consumers will face an increase of Rs. 8.04 per unit, bringing their tariff to Rs. 77.15 per unit. Agricultural consumers will see a hike of
Umer Ayub
ISLAMABAD: A stir erupted in the National Assembly as a privilege motion was filed against the controversial arrest of opposition leader Umar Ayub, demanding accountability from top police officials of Punjab and Islamabad. The motion, tabled in response to an alleged raid by plainclothes Islamabad and Punjab police at Ayub&
drug
KARACHI: The Sindh Excise and Narcotics Control Department conducted five major operations in Karachi, resulting in the arrest of seven smugglers and the confiscation of significant quantities of drugs. At the Hub River Road check post, an intelligence-led operation led to the apprehension of Chingiz Ali and Riyaz Ahmed, along
Flour Mills Strike
KARACHI: Karachi and other cities across Pakistan are experiencing a nationwide strike initiated by the Pakistan Flour Mills Association, halting wheat supply amid fears of a flour crisis. Chairman of the Pakistan Flour Mills Association, South, Aamir Abdullah, announced an indefinite strike starting today, affecting flour supply across the country,
Pakistan's Passport
Islamabad: The longstanding issue of passport delays in Pakistan is nearing resolution as the government steps up its efforts to address the crisis. In a decisive move, the authorities have decided to import additional passport printing machines to alleviate the backlog. The Director General of Passports and Immigration has prepared
Justice Jahanjiri
Islamabad: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has reserved its decision on the admissibility of a petition seeking to halt Justice Tariq Mahmood Jahangiri from performing his duties. Chief Justice Aamer Farooq presided over the hearing of the petition filed by Advocate Mian Dawood, which challenges Justice Jahangiri's appointment
First Female Registrar
Lahore: In a historic move, the Lahore High Court has appointed its first female registrar, Abhar Gul Khan. The appointment was made by newly-elected Chief Justice Ms. Aalia Neelam, who replaced Abdul Rashid Abid as the registrar. This is a significant milestone for the Lahore High Court, as it marks
election
Islamabad: The Election Tribunal has directed the Returning Officer to submit Forms 45, 46, and 47 in the case of alleged rigging in Islamabad's NA-46 constituency. The hearing of the election petition filed by PTI candidate Amir Mughal against Anjum Aqeel Khan took place at the Islamabad High
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Lahore: Chief Minister of Punjab, Maryam Nawaz, emphasized that fostering digital innovation and creating an investment-friendly environment are key priorities for the Punjab government. During a meeting with PTCL Group President and CEO Hatem Bamatraf and Group Chief Regulatory Officer Naveed Khalid Butt, discussions focused on cooperation for digitization and
Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman
LAHORE, July 10: Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman, the Amir of Jamaat-e-Islami Pakistan, voiced strong opposition against the agency's authority to record calls, labeling it a violation of human rights. Speaking from the dharna camp at Ferozepur Road Ichhra Lahore, he vowed to pressurize the government for immediate relief measures, criticizing
Pervez Khattak
RAWALPINDI, July 10: Former federal minister Pervez Khattak has testified in the ongoing 190 million pound reference against PTI founder Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi at Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi. During today's hearing, Khattak recorded his statement, marking a significant development in the case. Imran Khan
ECP
ISLAMABAD, July 10: The Election Commission has confirmed September 29 as the date for local body elections in Islamabad, marking a pivotal development in the ongoing legal proceedings. Justice Mohsin Akhtar Kayani presided over the case concerning Islamabad's local body elections. During the hearing, Election Commission officials assured