ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Dr Tariq Fazal Chaudhry on Sunday accused the Jammu Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) of attempting to create instability in Azad Jammu and Kashmir despite what he said was full implementation of an earlier agreement with the group. Addressing a press conference alongside […]
ISLAMABAD: The United States Mission in Pakistan on Saturday hosted a “Freedom 250” celebration in Islamabad, marking 250 years of American democracy and highlighting longstanding ties between the United States and Pakistan. The event was part of a year-long global series of commemorations leading up to the 250th anniversary of […]
KARACHI: A female doctor injured in an acid attack at a Quetta hospital is now in stable condition and receiving specialised treatment at a private hospital in Karachi, according to hospital sources. The victim, identified as Dr Mahnoor Nasir, was airlifted to Karachi after sustaining severe injuries in the attack […]
MUZAFFARABAD: The Azad Jammu and Kashmir Supreme Court on Sunday upheld the constitutional protection of 12 reserved refugee seats in the AJK Legislative Assembly, ruling that the structure of these seats cannot be changed through administrative action. The court issued its opinion on a presidential reference filed under Article 46-A […]
WEB DESK: Iran has announced that it will jointly manage the Strait of Hormuz with Oman under international law, underscoring the strategic importance of the key maritime route for global shipping and energy transport. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Thursday that the two countries bordering the strait have […]
WEB DESK: Chinese President Xi Jinping will pay an official visit to North Korea from June 8 to 9, Chinese state media reported on Friday, marking his first trip to Pyongyang in nearly seven years as Beijing seeks to reinforce its influence over its long-time ally. The announcement by China’s […]
ISLAMABAD: The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) on Friday approved a series of multi-billion rupee technical supplementary grants covering defence procurement, energy sector support, security projects and regional development initiatives. The meeting, chaired by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, approved a number of summary proposals submitted by various ministries and government departments. […]
GILGIT: Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Friday vowed to protect the mandate of the people of Gilgit-Baltistan (GB), saying his party would ensure that the region’s voice was fairly represented at the national level. Addressing a public gathering in Gilgit city ahead of the general elections, […]
ISLAMABAD: The federal government on Friday launched a voluntary fixed tax scheme for small traders and retailers as part of efforts to document the economy, expand the country’s tax base and enhance revenue collection. Addressing a joint press conference with Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, Minister of State for Finance Bilal […]
ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) on Friday announced the official schedule for the upcoming general elections, confirming that polling across the region will be held on July 27. With the issuance of the election schedule, political and electoral activities are expected to formally commence, including […]