General News
DPM, Saudi Envoy Exchange Views on Regional Developments
Islamabad: Saudi Ambassador Nawaf bin Saeed Ahmad Al-Malkiy called on Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar in Islamabad today. They exchanged views on the latest regional developments following the signing of the Islamabad MoU and emphasized advancing coll…
Punjab CM Approves ‘Apna Ghar Mehfooz Ghar’ Programme
Lahore: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has approved the ‘Apna Ghar Mehfooz Ghar’ programme to help prevent tragedies caused by unsafe houses.
According to Radio Pakistan, the approval was given during a meeting in Lahore today. The meeting was …
Promoting Clean, Affordable Energy Through Solar Power Key to National Energy Policy: PM
Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has emphasized that promoting clean, affordable, and sustainable energy through solar power is a critical component of the national energy policy.
According to Radio Pakistan, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif m…
Pakistan Calls for End to Economic, Financial Embargo on Cuba
Pakistan: Pakistan has called for an end to the economic, commercial, and financial embargo on Cuba. The call was made by Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, during the second debate of the UN General Assembly on the ag…
Pakistan Voices Concern Over Rising Tensions in Region
Islamabad: Pakistan has expressed its deep concern at the escalation in tensions in the region, saying a renewed conflict is in no one’s interest. A statement issued by the Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Tahir Andrabi, in Islamabad e…
Pakistan, Sri Lanka Agree to Enhance Cooperation in Combating Narcotics
New york: Pakistan and Sri Lanka have agreed to strengthen coordination in combating narcotics and enhance cooperation in police training. The understanding was reached during a meeting between Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and his Sri Lankan counter…
Government & Politics
President, PM Reaffirm Resolve to Eradicate Child Labour
Islamabad: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to completely eliminate child labour in the country, emphasizing the need to protect children from exploitation. Their messages come as the n…
PM Expresses Grief Over Demise of Former Senator Taj Muhammad Afridi
Islamabad: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has expressed deep grief over the demise of former Senator Taj Muhammad Afridi in a traffic accident. In his message, the Prime Minister prayed for the elevation of the departed soul’s ranks and extend…
PM Emphasizes Strong Pakistan-UK Partnership Amid Diplomatic Talks
Islamabad: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to maintaining a robust and forward-looking engagement with the United Kingdom as a longstanding strategic partner. He expressed this commitment during a meeting wi…
Health Care
World Blood Donor Day Highlights Critical Need for Blood Donations in Pakistan
Islamabad: World Blood Donor Day was observed today (Sunday), emphasizing the importance of blood donation and encouraging the public to contribute to life-saving efforts.
According to Radio Pakistan, this year’s campaign, ‘One Drop of Humanity. Giv…
President, PM Laud Security Forces for Successful Operation Against Terrorists in Balochistan
Islamabad: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif have commended the security forces for a successful operation against terrorists in district Kalat, Balochistan. In their separate statements, they reaffirmed the state’s…
Geo-Economics Prioritized in Pakistan’s Foreign Policy, Says Deputy Prime Minister
Islamabad: Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has emphasized the importance of geo-economics as a fundamental aspect of Pakistan’s foreign policy under the leadership of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. He highlighted that the government is implementing to…
Punjab Govt Imposes Complete Ban on Petrol, Diesel Vehicles for Govt Departments
Lahore: Punjab government has decided to impose a complete ban on purchase of petrol and diesel vehicles for government departments with a vision to promote environment-friendly transportation.
According to Radio Pakistan, only electric or hybrid ve…
FO Terms Indian NSA’s Rhetoric as Hate-Mongering
Islamabad: Foreign Office Spokesperson Tahir Andrabi says the recent remarks by Indian National Security Advisor are not surprising. He said this while responding to media queries regarding the Indian National Security Advisor’s remarks on “avenging h…
Death Anniversary of Arfa Karim Being Observed Today
Lahore: The 14th death anniversary of the country’s computer prodigy, Arfa Karim Randhawa, is being observed today (Wednesday). She became the world’s youngest Microsoft Certified Professional at the age of nine.
According to Radio Pakistan, Microso…