The federal government on Tuesday defended the 10-year jail sentence handed to Punjab Assembly’s Opposition Leader Mian Aslam Iqbal, calling it “a lawful outcome” of judicial proceedings related to the May 9 riots. Federal Information Minister Attaullah Tarar stated in a press briefing that the sentence was passed after a
Former US President Donald Trump has once again withdrawn the United States from the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), criticizing the agency for its alleged “anti-Israel stance” and calling it politically biased and wasteful. This marks the second time Trump has exited UNESCO. During his presidency in
In a landmark move, the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has unanimously adopted a Pakistan-sponsored resolution reaffirming the importance of peaceful settlement of international disputes, marking a significant diplomatic achievement for Islamabad. The resolution, presented under the agenda item “Maintenance of International Peace and Security,” highlights the foundational principles of
Jhelum – July 16, 2025: The body of policeman Abdul Wahab, who was swept away during recent flash floods in Jhelum, was recovered after a three-day search and laid to rest with full police honours. Abdul Wahab, a constable in the Punjab Highway Patrol, was performing duty at a check
A Senate committee was informed on Tuesday that between 13,000 and 15,000 Pakistani students travel to the United Kingdom each year, not just for education — but with the intention of securing permanent residence. The startling revelation was made during a meeting of the Senate Standing Committee on Overseas Pakistanis,
In a significant turnaround, Pakistan recorded a current account surplus of $2.1 billion in the fiscal year 2024-25, the first annual surplus since FY15, according to figures released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). The positive balance marks a sharp contrast to the $3.3 billion deficit recorded in FY24,
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
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
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
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
