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PM Shehbaz Orders Bi-Monthly Performance Reviews for Ministries to Boost Governance Efficiency

July 16, 2025 No Comments

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced that the performance of federal ministries and divisions will be evaluated every two months, in a move aimed at enhancing governance accountability, public service delivery, and institutional transparency. The directive was issued during a high-level meeting of the Prime Minister’s Reform and Performance Delivery

Israel Targets Strategic Sites in Damascus Amid Ongoing Druze Clashes in Southern Syria

July 16, 2025 No Comments

Israeli airstrikes struck multiple key institutions in Damascus early Friday morning, escalating regional tensions as Druze-led anti-government unrest continues in Syria’s south, according to Syrian state media and regional observers. The strikes reportedly targeted military intelligence buildings, security installations, and a research center. The assault marks one of the most

Pakistan and China Reaffirm Strategic Ties in Security and Agriculture on SCO Summit Sidelines

July 16, 2025 No Comments

In a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Heads of State Summit, Pakistan and China reaffirmed their strategic partnership, vowing enhanced cooperation in security, agriculture, and regional stability, according to a statement issued by Pakistan’s Foreign Office. The meeting between Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar

Monsoon Havoc: 28 Dead in Punjab as Torrential Rains Trigger Urban Flooding, Roof Collapses

July 16, 2025 No Comments

At least 28 people have lost their lives across Punjab in the past 24 hours due to heavy monsoon rains, according to Rescue 1122 officials. The fatalities were mostly caused by roof collapses, electrocution, and road accidents as relentless downpours battered multiple cities, including Lahore, Faisalabad, Multan, and Gujranwala. The

Gunmen Open Fire on Passenger Bus in Balochistan’s Kalat, Leaving 3 Dead, 7 Injured

July 16, 2025 No Comments

At least three people were killed and seven others injured when unknown assailants opened fire on a passenger bus in the Surab area of Kalat district, Balochistan, officials confirmed on Friday. The attack occurred on the RCD Highway, a vital link between Balochistan and Sindh, raising fresh concerns about highway

England Clinch Thrilling Third Test at Lord’s, Take 2-1 Lead Over India in Five-Match Series

July 14, 2025 No Comments

England pulled off a nail-biting 45-run victory over India in the third Test at Lord’s, taking a crucial 2-1 lead in the five-match Test series. The match kept fans on edge till the final session on Day 5 as both sides fought fiercely for dominance on a swinging wicket. The

Govt Fixes Ex-Mill Sugar Price at Rs165 per Kg to Curb Market Speculation

July 14, 2025 No Comments

Islamabad – July 14, 2025: In a bid to control rising sugar prices and curb hoarding, the federal government has officially fixed the ex-mill price of sugar at Rs165 per kilogram, according to a statement released by the Ministry of National Food Security & Research. The decision follows recommendations by

Malaysia’s Former PM Mahathir Mohamad, 100, Discharged from Hospital After Fatigue

July 13, 2025 No Comments

Former Malaysian Prime Minister Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad, who recently celebrated his 100th birthday, has been discharged from the National Heart Institute in Kuala Lumpur after being admitted for fatigue. His office confirmed that he returned home at 4:45 p.m. local time on Sunday following a precautionary observation. Mahathir, who

Punjab Embraces Automated Rainfall Monitoring in Major Technological Shift

July 13, 2025 No Comments

In a groundbreaking move toward smart urban planning, the Punjab government has decided to implement automated rainfall measurement systems across the province for the first time. The shift from outdated manual systems to real-time digital rain gauges aims to significantly improve accuracy, data collection speed, and disaster response. According to

IMF Praises Pakistan’s Economic Reform Drive, Signals Confidence in Stabilization Efforts

July 13, 2025 No Comments

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has expressed satisfaction over Pakistan’s ongoing economic reforms, praising the government’s commitment to fiscal discipline, energy sector improvements, and structural adjustments, according to a statement from the Fund’s resident representative. The remarks come as Islamabad awaits the release of the final tranche of the $3

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PM Shehbaz Orders Bi-Monthly Performance Reviews for Ministries to Boost Governance Efficiency

Israel Targets Strategic Sites in Damascus Amid Ongoing Druze Clashes in Southern Syria

Pakistan and China Reaffirm Strategic Ties in Security and Agriculture on SCO Summit Sidelines

Monsoon Havoc: 28 Dead in Punjab as Torrential Rains Trigger Urban Flooding, Roof Collapses

Gunmen Open Fire on Passenger Bus in Balochistan’s Kalat, Leaving 3 Dead, 7 Injured

England Clinch Thrilling Third Test at Lord’s, Take 2-1 Lead Over India in Five-Match Series

Govt Fixes Ex-Mill Sugar Price at Rs165 per Kg to Curb Market Speculation

Malaysia’s Former PM Mahathir Mohamad, 100, Discharged from Hospital After Fatigue

Punjab Embraces Automated Rainfall Monitoring in Major Technological Shift

IMF Praises Pakistan’s Economic Reform Drive, Signals Confidence in Stabilization Efforts

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