General News
Pakistan Hajj Mission Recovers Over 74,000 Saudi Riyals from Private Tour Operators
Makkah: Pakistan Hajj Mission has recovered over 74,000 Saudi Riyals from private tour operators for overcharging intending Hajj pilgrims.
According to Radio Pakistan, correspondent Asad Ullah Khan reports from Makkah that show-cause notices have al…
President and PM of Pakistan Express Grief Over China Coal Mine Blast
Islamabad: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have expressed profound grief and sorrow over the tragic explosion at a coal mine in Shanxi province of China, which resulted in the loss of many precious lives and injuries to se…
PM Shehbaz Sharif Commences Four-Day Visit in Hangzhou
Hangzhou: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has arrived in Hangzhou, marking the beginning of his four-day visit to China. Upon his arrival at Xiaoshan Airport, he was welcomed by Deputy Governor of Zhejiang, Xu Wenguang, alongside Chinese Ambass…
PM Shehbaz Sharif Reaffirms Commitment to Strengthen Pakistan-China Friendship
Hangzhou: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed shared commitment to further strengthening the enduring bond of friendship between two brotherly countries, Pakistan and China.
According to Radio Pakistan, the Prime Minister shared his sentim…
Sardar Yousaf Orders Strict Monitoring of Hajj Welfare Staff During Mashair Days
Makkah: Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony, Sardar Muhammad Yousaf, has ordered strict monitoring of Hajj welfare staff during the Mashair days. The directive aims to ensure that the operations during this critical period are conduc…
Tens of Thousands of Pilgrims Arrive in Saudi Arabia for Hajj Rituals
Makkah: Tens of thousands of Muslims from across the globe, including Pakistan, have reached Saudi Arabia to perform Hajj rituals starting from Monday. Radio Pakistan Correspondent Asad Ullah Khan reports from Makkah that Pakistan’s Hajj quota for thi…
Government & Politics
Providing Timely Facilities to Needy People Among Government’s Top Priorities: PM
Islamabad: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif emphasized that providing timely facilities to deserving and needy people is among the foremost priorities of the government. He made this statement during a meeting with Managing Director Bait-ul-Mal …
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…
President Vows to Strengthen Cooperation with AKDN
Islamabad: President Asif Ali Zardari has appreciated longstanding contributions of Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) to Pakistan in healthcare, education, community development, climate resilience, and heritage conservation. He expressed these view…
Health Care
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…
Federal Cabinet Forms Committee to Review New Currency Note Designs
Islamabad: The Federal Cabinet, under the leadership of Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, convened in Islamabad to discuss the introduction of new currency notes designed to meet modern-day requirements. The initiative involves the expertise of …
Gilani Describes Senate as Guardian of Constitutional Balance
Islamabad: Acting President and Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani has emphasized that devolution is not a threat to national cohesion but one of its strongest safeguards. He made these remarks during the concluding session of the Islamabad Devol…
Pakistan and Indonesia Review Potential Avenues for Investment
Islamabad: Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar spoke with Indonesian Minister of Investment and Downstream Industry and Chief Executive Officer of Indonesia’s Sovereign Wealth Fund (Danantara) Rosan Roeslani. The discussion focused on strengthening econom…
Pakistan, Qatar Vow to Further Strengthen Fraternal Bonds
Islamabad: Pakistan and Qatar have reaffirmed their shared resolve to further strengthen time-tested fraternal bonds. This development occurred during a telephonic conversation between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Amir of the State of Qatar, His …
Pakistan Requests Increase in Hajj Quota to Accommodate Growing Population
Pakistan: Pakistan has formally requested the Saudi government to increase its Hajj quota to 230,000 in proportion to the country’s population, allowing more citizens to undertake the pilgrimage. The announcement was made by Minister for Religious Aff…