Politicos from treasury and opposition benches congratulate premier and field marshal People gather after a two-week ceasefire in the Iran war was announced, in Tehran, Iran, April 8, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS Political leadership on Wednesday appreciated Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir for their effort in brokering a two-week US-Iran ceasefire, terming…
As per notification, April 9 and 10 have been declared local holidays within the revenue limits of the ICT A view of Islamabad city. PHOTO: FILE The Islamabad administration on Wednesday announced a two-day public holiday in light of upcoming talks between the United States and Iran in the federal capital. According to a notification issued…
A large numbe of vehicles are struck in traffic jam on Ravi Road near Greater Iqbal Park on the third day of Basant celebration in the city. Photo: APP RAWALPINDI: Persistent heavy rainfall throughout the day and night brought life to a standstill across the city and its adjoining areas on Tuesday, severely disrupting traffic…
This aerial view shows partially submerged residential buildings following the overflowing of the Ravi River in Lahore on August 30, 2025.PHOTO:AFP ISLAMABAD: The federal government has decided to introduce two new residential sectors in the capital, with development work on Sectors F-12 and G-12 progressing rapidly. The Federal Government Employees Housing Authority (FGEHA) is preparing…
EU foreign policy chief and Qatar’s minister of state also appreciate Pakistan’s efforts in call with DPM FM Dar received the Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China Jiang Zaidong. Photo: MOFA Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zaidong on Wednesday appreciated Pakistan’s constructive role in advancing peace and security in the Middle East and the Gulf region…
RAWALPINDI: Rawalpindi district administration on Wednesday rejected Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)’s request for a no-objection certificate to hold a rally at Liaquat Bagh on April 9. PTI demanded permission as Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi announced a protest, the date the party was removed from power four years ago, after a no-confidence motion. Following the announcement by PTI, a day…
Chinese foreign ministry says both sides also agree not to take actions that could escalate, complicate the situation Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning gestures during a press conference at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Beijing, on May 24, 2023. PHOTO: CHINESE FORIEGN MINISTRY China’s foreign ministry said on Wednesday that Afghanistan and Pakistan…
Leaders discuss start of formal negotiations under Pakistan-facilitated framework and reopening of Strait of Hormuz PM Shehbaz (right) holds talks with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian (left) on US-Iran ceasefire Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif congratulated Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Wednesday on the ceasefire between Iran and the United States during a telephonic conversation, the Prime Minister’s Office said…
Authorities enforce Section 144 across the district, banning public gatherings for 15 days RAWALPINDI: A planned PTI protest outside Adiala jail on Tuesday was cut short as law enforcement agencies detained several party leaders and workers, including the sisters of incarcerated former prime minister Imran Khan, amid sweeping restrictions imposed across Rawalpindi. The party had…
PM to brief cabinet on situation in Middle East, will provide details on ceasefire between US and Iran Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has convened a meeting of the federal cabinet on Wednesday and is chairing the session, where he will brief members on the situation in the Middle East and provide details on the ceasefire…