Afridi alleged that federation was deliberately discriminating against K-P in distribution of NFC Award ISLAMABAD: Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi Tuesday announced a province-wide pen-down strike on Wednesday (today), directing government employees to suspend routine administrative work in protest against what the provincial government terms the Centre’s “discriminatory treatment” in financial and constitutional matters. In…
IOM official suggests aligning skills with global market demands, raising risk awareness LAHORE: Emphasising the need for safer and more structured migration pathways, the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) has urged Pakistan to prioritise regular migration channels, skill development, and financial inclusion to maximise economic benefits while reducing risks. Speaking at the launch of the…
Chennai Super Kings’ Sanju Samson (AP Photo/Manish Swarup) Sanju Samson delivered a fantastic knock under pressure, finishing unbeaten on 87 off 52 balls to guide Chennai Super Kings to a commanding eight-wicket win over Delhi Capitals in Match 48 of IPL 2026 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. On a surface that offered…
Dar highlights sustained diplomatic engagement for de-escalation and dialogue in region, beyond Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif addressing the sixth International Paigham-e-Islam Conference in Islamabad. SCREENGRAB Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday said Pakistan desires a permanent end to the US-Iran war for peace in the region, Radio Pakistan reported. Addressing the sixth International Paigham-e-Islam Conference…
Defence Minister Khawaja Asif on Wednesday said Marka-e-Haq has made it clear that any future aggression will be met with a response far more intense and decisive, Radio Pakistan reported. On May 13, 2025, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif declared that May 10 will be observed annually as Youm-e-Marka-e-Haq to commemorate the “magnificent success” of ‘Operation Bunyanum Marsoos‘ and…
Plan integrates climate resilience and green growth initiatives with the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor ISLAMABAD: The government plans to double agricultural exports to China and the Gulf region by 2035 by adopting climate?smart techniques under the newly unveiled Pakistan Climate Prosperity Plan, according to an official document. The plan integrates climate resilience and green growth initiatives…
Bengaluru’s M. Chinnaswamy Stadium has lost the rights to host the IPL 2026 final to Ahmedabad, much to the Karnataka Cricket Association’s disappointment. Despite claiming full preparedness and a strong operational record, the KSCA was informed of the shift due to unspecified ‘operational and logistical considerations’ by the BCCI, sparking debate. The Karnataka State Cricket…
Military exercises at Kura training ground in Kamchatka to continue through May 10 A missile launch is depicted here. PHOTO: ANADOLU AGENCY Test launches of missiles with nuclear capabilities began on Wednesday at the Kura training ground in Russia’s Kamchatka region. The exercises will continue through May 10, the regional government said in a statement….
Court warns jail superintendent can be produced by force if he fails to appear at next hearing Former first lady Bushra Bibi. PHOTO: FILE ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Wednesday summoned Adiala Jail Superintendent Sajid Baig, warning he could be produced by force if he fails to appear at the next hearing. The…
Finance minister discusses tax proposals, savings instruments, and regulatory reforms ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb held separate meetings with delegations of the Mutual Funds Association of Pakistan (MUFAP) and the Insurance Association of Pakistan (IAP) to discuss proposals for the federal budget 2026-27, according to official statements issued on Tuesday….