Punjab on alert as PDMA warns of thunderstorms, strong winds and possible hail amid widespread rain Residents wade through a flooded road, following monsoon rains and rising water levels in Qadirabad village near the Chenab River in Punjab province, Pakistan August 28, 2025. Photo: Reuters LAHORE: The Punjab Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) issued a province-wide…
Opposition leader condemns treatment of protesters, accuses govt of turning provinces into colonies Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif addresses the National Assembly budget debate on June 13, 2026. SCREENGRAB Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday used the floor of the National Assembly to respond to a wide-ranging speech by Opposition Leader Mahmood Khan Achakzai, defending the…
ISLAMABAD: The opposition PTI on Friday rejected the federal budget for the upcoming fiscal year, terming it a pro-rich and anti-poor financial plan that places the burden on ordinary citizens while extending relief to privileged segments of society. PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar said the PML-N-led government’s fiscal plan offered no meaningful relief to the public….
PM says journey of development will continue; economy has achieved stability despite challenges ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday said the government presented the budget of relief and public welfare, reduced the burden on the salaried class and took steps for increasing exports, promoting industries and agricultural growth, investment and economic development. In a…
Officials said the reversal of austerity steps would ensure smoother functioning of judicial work The Supreme Court said that as a constitutional body under Article 175 of the Constitution, it must have autonomy to conceive, design, and approve infrastructure projects in accordance with its institutional requirements. Photo: Online ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court has withdrawn its…
Submarine is equipped with advanced combat systems, modern sensors, Air Independent Propulsion (AIP) technology The first Hangor-class submarine receives a traditional naval welcome, with Pakistan Naval Academy cadets presenting a ceremonial salute while Pakistan Navy Z-9EC helicopters perform a fly-past overhead. PHOTO: APP KARACHI: The first Hangor Class submarine, PNS/M Hangor, has arrived in Karachi…
Council also discussed the proposed draft Rules Regulating Procedure and Conduct of Business of the Council ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) of Pakistan on Thursday decided to introduce certain amendments to the Code of Conduct for Judges while considering a range of institutional and administrative matters during a meeting held at the Supreme Court…
PMD said rain is expected in Islamabad, parts of Punjab, K-P, Sindh, Balochistan between June 11 and June 13 ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) and the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) on Thursday issued warnings of rain, thunderstorms and possible flash flooding in several parts of the country, while hot and humid conditions persist…
Bilawal welcomes PM’s invitation to form G-B government, terms recognition of PPP mandate ‘democratic’ Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif hosted dinner in honour of high level diplomatic delegation headed by PPP PChairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari in Islamabad on Tuesday. Photo: PID Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday invited the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) to form the…
Heavy rains, fierce winds trigger widespread destruction, collapsing homes, walls BANNU: A powerful dust storm accompanied by torrential rains and strong winds unleashed devastation across Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa’s Bannu district on Friday, leaving at least four people dead and 24 others injured. The fierce weather caused roofs and boundary walls to collapse in several areas, burying residents…