Pakistan

VEHARI - Deputy Commissioner Vehari, Imrana Tauqeer, has directed a continuous and strict crackdown against overloaded vehicles to protect highways from damage.

VEHARI - On the special directives of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, Christmas grant cheques were distributed among deserving members of the Christian community in Vehari.

VEHARI - District Police Officer (DPO) Vehari, Muhammad Afzal, paid a visit to the Patrolling Police Post at Mana Mor and conducted a detailed inspection.

Two Pakistan Army soldiers embraced martyrdom while at least 15 terrorists were killed by security forces during three separate engagements in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the military’s media wing said on Saturday. According to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), an intelligence-based operation was conducted by security forces in the Karak district on the reported presence of terrorists. "During the conduct of operation, own troops effectively engaged the khwarij location, and resultantly eight khwarij were sent to hell," it added. In another operation conducted in the North Waziristan district, four terrorists were killed by the security forces. However, during the intense fire exchange, two soldiers — Lance Naik Usman Mohmand and Sepoy Imran Khan — having fought gallantly, embraced martyrdom. In another encounter that took place in the general area of Gomal Zam, South Waziristan District, security forces successfully neutralised three terrorists. "Weapons and ammunition were also recov...

As tensions grow between New Delhi and Islamabad following Pahalgam attack, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Saturday warned that if any attempt was made to suppress Pakistan’s rights, every citizen of the country would fight till the last breath to defend its sovereignty and independence. Addressing a press conference in Lahore, Naqvi rejected allegations linking Pakistan to the recent Pahalgam attack, reiterating that Pakistan is a peaceful nation and demands an impartial and transparent investigation into the incident. "Pakistan is ready to fully cooperate with any neutral party conducting a probe, as we seek to expose the real perpetrators behind the attack," he added. The warning follows the deadly gun attack in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), where 26 tourists were shot dead at a scenic location in the Pahalgam area. The victims included one Nepali national. Following the attack, India took unilateral and frivolous measures against Pakistan, suspending a water-sharing treaty, annou...

In a major move to boost public safety, the Punjab Home Department has decided to fit habitual offenders and individuals listed under the Fourth Schedule with electronic tracking bands.

A countrywide shutdown strike, called by Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) to show solidarity with Palestinians, has led to the closure of major commercial centers across various cities in Pakistan.

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Saturday accused India’s intelligence agency, RAW, and the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) of being behind several terrorist incidents, including the recent bloodshed in Pahalgam.

In a major development, an anti-terrorism court (ATC) in Gujranwala has sentenced Naveed, the prime accused in the attack on Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan’s rally, to life imprisonment.

Executive Director Regional Anti Terrorist Structure of Shanghai Cooperation Organization Major General Ularbek Sharsheyev called on Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee General Sahir Shamshad Mirza at Joint Staff Headquarters, Rawalpindi. During meeting, both sides discussed evolving security dynamics in the region and collaborative measures to enhance counter terrorism cooperation. General Sahir Shamshad Mirza acknowledged the efforts of SCO (RATS) for promoting regional cooperation to fight the menace of terrorism and reaffirmed Pakistan’s strong commitment in ensuring sustainable peace at regional and global level. The visiting dignitary lauded the professionalism of Pakistan Armed Forces and acknowledged their sacrifices in fight against terrorism.

Ambassador Jiang Zaidong of China Saturday called on Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Senator Ishaq Dar and they exchanged views on the evolving regional situation and agreed to maintain close communication and coordination.

Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, held a series of high-level meetings with major global financial institutions and companies during the IMF and World Bank Spring Meetings in the United States.

Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir on Saturday asserted that Pakistan is fully capable of defending itself against any aggression, stating that no propaganda by Indian media or social platforms can rewrite history or undermine Pakistan’s sovereignty.

The Punjab School Education Department has announced that summer vacations for schools across the province will begin on June 1, 2025, in light of rising temperatures.

Peshawar - Advisor to the Chief Minister on Information and Public Relations Barrister Muhammad Ali Saif has emphasized that parenting is both an art and a science, requiring an understanding of societal and psychological dynamics to address modern challenges and foster lasting change.

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar received a call from Foreign Minister of Saudi Arabia, Prince Faisal bin Farhan on Friday. They expressed satisfaction at the current status of bilateral relations and discussed the regional developments. Ishaq Dar briefed the Saudi Foreign Minister on decisions taken by National Security Committee in the wake of unilateral measures announced by India. He rejected India's baseless allegations, and cautioned against further escalatory moves. The Deputy Foreign Minister reaffirmed Pakistan's resolve to respond firmly to any aggression. The two sides agreed to continue consultations and coordination on the evolving regional situation.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said the entire nation stands by the armed forces of Pakistan to safeguard every inch of the homeland. Addressing the passing out parade of cadets at Pakistan Military Academy Kakul today (Saturday), he said our valiant armed forces are capable and remain fully prepared to defend the country's sovereignty and its territorial integrity against any misadventure. Shehbaz Sharif said our armed forces are a symbol of valour, exemplary discipline and unwavering commitment to the nation. The Prime Minister said peace is our preference but must not be construed as our weakens. He said we will never compromise on our dignity and security of the country. Shehbaz Sharif said any attempt to stop, reduce or divert the flow of water belonging to Pakistan under the Indus Water Treaty will be responded to with full force and might. He said water is our lifeline and a vital national interest and its availability will be safeguarded at all costs and under all circumstances. Shehbaz Sharif said...

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday reiterated Pakistan’s firm condemnation of terrorism in all its forms and expressed readiness to participate in any neutral, transparent, and credible investigation into the Pahalgam incident.

United States President Donald Trump stirred controversy by inaccurately claiming that Pakistan and India have been "fighting over Kashmir for 1,000 years," while commenting on the recent escalation between the two nuclear-armed neighbours.

Senate warns India of swift response to any misadventure.