Pakistan

CM Afridi urges Centre to consult KP province for security policies

The Nation - National - 19:00 Jan 07, 2026

PESHAWAR/ ISLAMABAD - Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi on Wednesday said that his government was promoting education for peace, economic development and property of the nation.
Lawyer questions Commissioner Inland Revenue’s authority in super tax case

The Nation - National - 19:00 Jan 07, 2026

ISLAMABAD - Representing the taxpayers Makhdoom Ali Khan Advocate Wednesday raised preliminary objections saying that Articles 90 and 99 and under the Rules of Business, the executive authority of the federation is exercised in the name of the President of Pakistan.
ATC issues arrest warrants for Aleema Khan

The Nation - National - 19:00 Jan 07, 2026

Rawalpindi - An anti-terrorism court (ATC) here on Wednesday issued arrest warrants for Aleema Khan, sister of Imran Khan – founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), after she failed to attend the proceedings in November 26 protest case.

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CM Maryam launches community health inspectors’ programme

The Nation - National - 19:00 Jan 07, 2026

LAHORE - Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif on Tuesday said her government firmly believes in proactive governance instead of responding after crises erupt, stressing that preventive healthcare lies at the heart of her administration’s reform agenda.
Dialogue deferred, deadlock deepens

The Nation - National - 19:00 Jan 07, 2026

ISLAMABAD - Political deadlock between the government and the opposition has long been a feature of Pakistan’s political landscape, but such stalemates have usually been resolved within weeks or months.
Pakistan, UAE pledge to enhance coop in education, technical training

The Nation - National - 19:00 Jan 07, 2026

ISLAMABAD - Minister of State for Federal Education and Professional Training, Wajiha Qamar, on Monday met with the Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to Pakistan, Salem Al Zaabi, at the UAE Embassy in Islamabad.

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China offers AI technology to Pakistan

The Nation - National - 19:00 Jan 07, 2026

ISLAMABAD - Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Wednesday visited the headquarters of China’s Ministry of Public Security, where he was warmly received by Chinese Interior Minister Wang Xiaohong and senior officials.

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NDC calls for dialogue with PTI, demanding release of workers

The Nation - National - 19:00 Jan 07, 2026

ISLAMABAD - A group of former leaders of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and others on Wednesday called on the ruling alliance and the opposition to initiate dialogue process to reduce tensions and bring political stability in the country.
PM directs banks to ease credit for SMEs, farmers

The Nation - National - 19:00 Jan 07, 2026

ISLAMABAD - Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday directed the State Bank of Pakistan and commercial banks to further simplify and expand credit mechanisms for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), new businesses and small farmers amid terming improved access to finance a top government priority for economic growth and.

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Afridi chairs meeting to finalize framework of uplfit package for merged dists

The Nation - National - 19:00 Jan 07, 2026

Peshawar - Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sohail Afridi chaired an important meeting to finalize the framework of a comprehensive development package for the merged tribal districts.
PTA notifies MVNO policy framework

The Express Tribune - 18:40 Jan 07, 2026

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Aircraft grounding cost PIA dearly

The Express Tribune - 18:40 Jan 07, 2026

Airline suffered a loss of Rs22b, audit officials told PAC
Senate panel seeks Pak PWD salaries

The Express Tribune - 18:40 Jan 07, 2026

Urges immediate payment, adjustment of unpaid maintenance staff
Winter session: SC disposes of 419 cases

The Express Tribune - 18:40 Jan 07, 2026

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PM Shehbaz orders easier credit for SMEs

The Express Tribune - 18:40 Jan 07, 2026

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Won't allow state to take over madaris: Fazl

The Express Tribune - 18:40 Jan 07, 2026

JUI-F chief says Islamic seminaries are preserving the sciences of the Quran and Hadith
Tribunal cites flaws in Yasmin's NA-130 plea

The Express Tribune - 18:40 Jan 07, 2026

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Weekly jail interaction: Imran meets wife

The Express Tribune - 18:40 Jan 07, 2026

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TTAP convoy arrives in Lahore today

The Express Tribune - 18:40 Jan 07, 2026

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JI to launch movement against Punjab LG law

The Express Tribune - 18:40 Jan 07, 2026

Announces holding a public referendum on Jan 15