Maryam Aurangzeb
KASUR: Punjab Senior Minister Maryam Aurangzeb Declared Zero Tolerance For Environmental Law Violations, Reinforcing Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz's stringent environmental policies. During her visit to Kasur, Aurangzeb oversaw the demolition of kilns operating without the mandated zigzag technology, which are major contributors to smog. "Action will be
Justice Jahangiri
Islamabad: Justice Tariq Mahmood Jahangiri, speaking at the Islamabad High Court Bar ceremony, emphasized the judiciary's accountability, stating, "If we do not give justice, Allah's court is there." Justice Jahangiri, who is also a member of the bar, called for collaboration between the bench
PPP
Islamabad: The Pakistan People's Party (PPP) has formally filed an application in the Supreme Court seeking a review of the decision regarding specific seats. The petition, submitted by Farooq H. Naik on behalf of the PPP, challenges the Supreme Court's ruling from July 12, 2024. The
pti
Islamabad: Islamabad police, led by SSP Hassan Jahangir Watoo, conducted a raid on the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) secretariat, resulting in the arrest of PTI's Secretary Information, Raouf Hasan. During the operation, police sealed off the secretariat and seized computers and other equipment. Female officers were also present, detaining
Dubai: Acclaimed Pakistani singer Rahat Fateh Ali Khan has been arrested at Dubai Airport and is currently held at the Burj Dubai Police Station. The arrest follows complaints lodged by his former manager, Salman Ahmed. Sources reveal that Khan arrived in Dubai for a series of concerts. The dispute between
Sport
Georgia: Pakistan’s Asim Khan clinched victory at the Jones Creek Open Squash Championship in the United States. In the $12,000 prize-money event, Khan defeated fellow countryman Ashhab Irfan with a score of 3-1 in the final. Held in Georgia, the final was an all-Pakistan affair. Despite losing the
Afghanistan
Islamabad: The federal government has extended the stay of registered Afghan refugees in Pakistan by one year, with the Ministry of States and Frontier Regions (SAFRAN) issuing a notification to this effect. According to notification the extension will be in effect from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025. The
Sindh High Court
Karachi: The Sindh High Court has issued notices to the Sindh government, Health Department, Liaquat University of Medical and Health Sciences, and other relevant parties regarding a petition challenging the excessive cost of surgical robots. The petition claims that Liaquat Medical University is purchasing surgical robots from a private company
Karachi: The Paris 2024 Olympic Games will officially commence this Friday, but sports events are set to start two days earlier on Wednesday. The 33rd edition of the Olympic Games will begin with men's football tournaments. On Wednesday afternoon, two matches will be held simultaneously: Argentina will face
Islamabad: Justice Sardar Ijaz Ishaq Khan has issued a written order regarding obstacles faced by former Prime Minister Imran Khan in meeting with his lawyers at Adiala Jail. The court has warned the Advocate General and the Superintendent of Adiala Jail against hindering Khan's consultations with his legal
Karachi: Abdul Mueem, Acting President of the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI), has called for the disclosure of details regarding contracts with Independent Power Producers (IPPs). Addressing a press conference in Karachi, Mueem revealed that IPPs are receiving monthly capacity payments amounting to 150 billion rupees.
Karachi: Mian Zahid Hussain, Chairman of the FPCCI Policy Advisory Board and National Business Group Pakistan, has accused Independent Power Producers (IPPs) of playing a fundamental role in the country's economic collapse. In his statement, Hussain called on the government to purchase electricity from IPPs at rates comparable
Islamabad: The National Assembly's Standing Committee on Interior held a meeting where alarming revelations were made about the presence of 380 illegal guesthouses in Islamabad. Nabeel Gabol disclosed that these guesthouses are primarily occupied by Afghan nationals. He expressed concern over hosting individuals who disrespect the Pakistani flag
Salaman Akram
Islamabad: Advocate Salman Akram Raja has approached the Supreme Court to activate election tribunals in Punjab, filing a review petition against the court's order dated July 4. In the petition, Raja argued that the July 4 decision directed the Election Commission to consult with the Chief Justice of
ImranKhan
Rawalpindi: An accountability court has extended the physical remand of PTI founder Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, by seven more days in the new Toshakhana reference case. During the hearing, the court approved the National Accountability Bureau's (NAB) request for an extension of their physical remand.
Islamabad: Chief Minister of Gilgit-Baltistan (GB), Haji Gulbar Khan, has written a letter to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, seeking urgent financial assistance to address the severe financial crises faced by Karakoram International University and Baltistan University. In the letter, CM Khan highlighted the pressing need for a solution to the