KARACHI, May 21 : Senior Sindh Minister Sharjeel Memon has announced that the provincial government is set to purchase modern weapons to counter the heavily armed robbers operating in the region. Speaking to the media, Memon revealed that the robbers in the Kacha area are equipped with advanced weaponry, prompting the
PESHAWAR, May 21: Brigadier (Rtd) Musaddiq Abbasi has been appointed as the Special Assistant to the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Ali Amin Gandapur. This appointment was sanctioned by the Governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa following the Chief Minister's recommendation. Brigadier (Rtd) Abbasi will assume the role of Special
RAWALPINDI: Rawalpindi Police intensifies its crackdown on drug dealers, alcohol suppliers, and illegal arms holders, resulting in the arrest of 13 suspects and the recovery of a cache of illicit substances and weapons. According to a spokesperson for Rawalpindi Police, multiple operations yielded significant seizures across various police jurisdictions. Among
KARACHI: The textile export sector in Pakistan faced a dire setback as expensive energy costs contribute to a continuous decline, resulting in a substantial $26 million decrease in exports over the last 10 months of the financial year. As reported by the Pakistan Hosiery Manufacturer and Exporter Association, exports of
Timber traders
KARACHI, May 18: The All Pakistan Timber Traders Association called off their one-day strike on Friday after successful negotiations with the Department of Plant Protection. The strike was prompted by delays in clearing imported timber shipments at Karachi port. The Plant Protection Department attributed the hold-up to expired import permits,
coal procurement
KOTRI, May 18: Despite the completion of the first phase of the 1320MW Coal Fired Power Project in Jamshoro, which encompasses a significant 660MW capacity set to initiate electricity production, challenges persist, hindering its activation. According to sources, foremost among the issues is the delay in coal procurement, compounded by
Food Prices
ISLAMABAD, May 18: Pakistan's inflation rate continued its downward trend, dipping 1.06% in the latest week. This brings the annual inflation rate to 21.22%. The Federal Statistics Agency's weekly report highlights price fluctuations across essential commodities. While 16 items, including wheat flour, tomato, onion,
ISLAMABAD, May 18: A blaze on the iconic Margalla Hills in Islamabad has surged in intensity, exacerbated by the scorching heatwave gripping the federal capital. Romina Khurshid Alam, Assistant to the Prime Minister for the Ministry of Climate Change, disclosed that the fire has spread across an expansive area, spanning
ISLAMABAD, May 18:- A tragic accident in Kotli Sattian claimed four lives and left three others injured on Friday. The incident occurred on Bunkarur Road when a Suzuki High Roof car plunged into a deep ditch. Local residents initiated the rescue effort before emergency responders arrived at the scene.
wheat
PESHAWAR, May 18: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has commenced the purchase of wheat from farmers in Punjab, offering a competitive rate of 3900 rupees per maund. Yasir Hassan, Director of the Food Department, confirmed the initiation of wheat procurement from Punjab farmers, accompanied by warm welcomes through banners adorning the procurement
Zartaj Gul
DERA GHAZI KHAN, May 18: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Member of the National Assembly, Zartaj Gul Khan, has issued a bold challenge to Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, urging her to visit Dera Ghazi Khan and don the attire of a sweeper. Zartaj Gul Khan minced no words in criticizing Maryam
OGDCL
SLAMABAD, May 18: The Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) has announced a substantial increase in local production of oil and gas. The surge in production, attributed to breakthroughs in district KarkNashpa well No. 10, has propelled total oil production to 1870 barrels per day, while total gas production
Nida Dar
LAHORE, May 18: Pakistan's Nida Dar etched her name in cricketing history during the second Women's T20I against England in Northampton. Despite Pakistan's loss by 65 runs, Dar's bowling performance secured her the coveted title of the highest wicket-taker in the format.
NADRA
ISLAMABAD, May 18: The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) have introduced an innovative 'All-in-One' digital identity kit, integrating cutting-edge biometric authentication features into a single device. The proud achievement, spearheaded by experts from NADRA Technologies Limited (NTL) and NADRA Technology Research (NTR), a subsidiary agency of NADRA,
MULTAN, May 18 : Multan's NA-148 constituency is set for a gripping electoral showdown as Ali Qasim Gilani, son of Chairman Senate Yousaf Raza Gilani, and Barrister Malik Taimur, backed by the Sunni Ittehad Council with Tehreek-e-Insaf's support, prepare to vie for the National Assembly seat. The
PISNI/OTHAL, May 18: The Pakistan Coast Guards conducted a successful anti-narcotics and anti-trafficking operation in the Pisni and Othal areas. During the operation, the Intelligence Team of the Pakistan Coast Guards focused on preventing smuggling activities along the coastal belt, the team seized a substantial quantity of narcotics. In