Pakistan

Following the Supreme Court’s constitutional bench verdict on reserved seats, the ruling coalition has significantly strengthened its position in the National Assembly, now holding a commanding two-thirds majority.

Many traders empty their warehouses, shift goods to secure storage to avoid flood losses

Citizens complain the government has turned traffic challans into a steady source of revenue with certain 'targets'

.

.

Embassy event introduces Romanian culture and history in Pakistan

.

.

The United States Supreme Court handed President Donald Trump a major victory on Friday by curbing the power of lone federal judges to block executive actions. In a 6-3 ruling stemming from Trump’s bid to end birthright citizenship, the court said nationwide injunctions issued by district court judges “likely exceed the equitable authority that Congress has granted to federal courts”. The top court did not immediately rule on the constitutionality of Trump’s executive order seeking to end automatic citizenship for children born on American soil. But the broader decision on the scope of judicial rulings will remove a big roadblock to Trump’s often highly controversial orders and reaffirm the White House’s power. “Federal courts do not exercise general oversight of the Executive Branch; they resolve cases and controversies consistent with the authority Congress has given them,” said Justice Amy Coney Barrett, author of the opinion. “When a court concludes that the Executive Branch has acted unlawfully, the answ...

.

.

Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has reaffirmed the government's commitment to safeguarding the interests of both consumers and suppliers, while ensuring that essential commodities remain affordable and accessible to all.

The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) on Friday called upon Provincial Disaster Management Authorities (PDMAs), district administrations, and relevant departments to remain on high alert and activate contingency plans as widespread rain and thunderstorms are expected to impact large parts of the country within the next 12 to 24.

Federal Minister for Communications, Abdul Aleem Khan, has extended his heartfelt best wishes to the nation on the commencement of the new Hijri year.

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar has reiterated Pakistan's principled position that it will not recognize Israel unless a two-state solution is reached for the Palestine issue.

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, while addressing the provincial assembly, took aim at her political opponents, asserting that those who once advocated for the political ouster of former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif had now sidelined themselves through their own failures.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has expressed deep gratitude to coalition partners for their vital support in passing the federal budget, stressing the need for collective, tireless efforts to steer Pakistan toward economic stability and national progress.

Minister for Railways Hanif Abbasi has completed his first 100 days in office, marking the milestone with the release of a special documentary film by Pakistan Railways that highlights key achievements and progress during his tenure.

The Pakistan Meteorological Department has forecast another spell of rain in Karachi, Hyderabad and other parts of Sindh on Friday. Several parts of Sindh received moderate to heavy rainfall on Thursday, ending the prolonged dry spell across the province and bringing relief from the scorching summer heat. The authorities had earlier released an urban flooding warning for several cities. In its latest weather advisory issued today, the Met Office said “strong monsoon currents are penetrating over the province.” Under its influence, rain thunderstorm/rain with few moderate to isolated heavy falls is likely in Karachi, Hyderabad, Umerkot, Mirpurkhas, Badin, Thatta, Sujawal, Dadu, Sukkur, Larkana, Qamber Shahdadkot, Shikarpur, Khairpur, Naushahro Feroze, Shaheed Benazirabad, Mitiari, Sanghar, Jamshoro, Tando Allahyar, Tando Muhammad Khan, Jacobabad, Ghotki, Kashmore and Tharparker districts till June 29. In its weather forecast for Karachi, the Met Office said intermittent thunderstorm and rain with moderate to i...

Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry has categorically denied any backchannel communications or negotiations with former prime minister Imran Khan, reiterating that the military has no role in political affairs.