LAHORE: With Eidul Azha around the corner, complaints of overcharging and extortion in Lahore’s cattle markets have mounted, with citizens and livestock traders saying they have been left at the mercy of contractors operating with impunity. From Shahpur Kanjran – Punjab’s largest permanent cattle market – to temporary sale points established across the city, buyers…
Confesses to involvement in sister and brother-in-law’s murder, names accomplices KARACHI: The Karachi police arrested a suspect on Tuesday after a newly married couple’s honour killing in Malir Saudabad. A statement from the Korangi police spokesperson said the primary suspect was arrested within the limits of Sachal Police Station, adding that the motorcyclist who accompanied him during the attack remained at…
ISLAMABAD: A fire broke out at three separate points in the Margalla Hills behind Sector F-5, prompting a large-scale response from the district administration, with more than 65 personnel engaged in firefighting operations. Officials said strong winds spread the fire to multiple locations, complicating efforts by rescue and firefighting teams. The district administration confirmed that…
RAWALPINDI: PakistanAustralia cricket matches at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium have turned into a major inconvenience for residents, as extensive security arrangements have resulted in the sealing of key public spaces, roads and commercial areas, drawing strong public backlash. The city’s historic and largest recreational spot, Allama Iqbal Park, has been completely sealed during all three…
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court of Pakistan and the Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) have expressed conflicting views on the government’s wedlock policy. The SC has held that the policy creates a legitimate expectation for married civil servants that they will be accommodated, rather than being subjected to arbitrary deviation from the policy without any rhyme or…
Federal govt obtained $11 billion in foreign loans btw July 2025 and April 2026, compared to nearly $6b last year A picture showing $100 bills. SOURCE: REUTERS ISLAMABAD: Pakistan secured nearly $11 billion in external loans during the first 10 months of the current fiscal year 2025-26, marking an increase of 83 per cent compared…
ISLAMABAD: Leaders of the National Dialogue Committee (NDC) on Monday called for the formation of a national government and wide-ranging constitutional reforms, arguing that political stability, electoral transparency and grassroots devolution were essential to steer the country out of its current crises. Addressing a joint press conference at the National Press Club, former federal minister…
He emphasised reducing post-harvest losses, invites firms to establish manufacturing, technology in Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a series of high-level meetings with leading Chinese enterprises. PHOTO: PMO Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday held a series of high-level meetings with leading Chinese enterprises, reaffirming Pakistan’s commitment to deepening economic, industrial, and infrastructure cooperation…
Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi interacts with Prince Rahim Aga Khan on his arrival in Lower Chitral. PHOTO: EXPRESS PESHAWAR/ISLAMABAD: Prince Rahim Aga Khan has shown keen interest in exploring investment opportunities across various sectors in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) and reaffirmed his commitment to continued collaboration for the province’s sustainable development. The 50th Imam of the…
PM Shehbaz holds talks with Chinese leadership, Xi says Pakistan priority in neighbourhood diplomacy Chinese President Xi Jinping, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, CDF Field Marshal Asim Munir and DPM Ishaq Dar pose for a group photo in Beijing. PHOTO: APP ISLAMABAD: Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday described ties with Pakistan as “unbreakable” and declared…