NAROWAL: Federal Minister for Planning Ahsan Iqbal said that if the Iran-US war had continued, oil prices would have surged beyond Rs600 per litre and the economies of 193 countries would have collapsed. “Today, Pakistan’s leadership is not only a benefactor of Pakistan but of 193 countries,” Iqbal said on Sunday while addressing a ceremony…
Senator Talha Mehmood expressed serious concern over the state of tourism infrastructure in Chitral ISLAMABAD: The Senate Standing Committee on Inter-Provincial Coordination has been informed that security concerns continue to pose a challenge in Chitral, with foreign tourists required to obtain a no-objection certificate (NOC) prior to visiting the district. The panel met under the…
Committee gives govt option to either withdraw concessions or extend to all airlines “This is serious injustice to the existing as well as the new airlines that may start operations in Pakistan,” said MNA Sharmila Faruqi. photo:AFP ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly standing committee on finance Thursday deferred approval of sweeping tax exemptions for Pakistan International…
Says launch of IBI headquarters marks transformative milestone in Pakistan-China All-Weather Strategic Partnership Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar. Photo: APP Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar announced on Wednesday that PM Shehbaz Sharif would undertake an official visit to China from May 23-26, saying the visit would include a vibrant business-to-business forum aimed at further…
Says PPP’s new generation will fight for Gilgit-Baltistan’s right to govern, ownership of resources and jobs for youth PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari speaks at a public gathering in Skardu on Tuesday ahead of the Gilgit-Baltistan elections. SCREENGRAB Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari on Tuesday said Gilgit-Baltistan should be granted the same constitutional protections,…
Around Rs2 billion were allocated in Punjab’s development budget for restoration of 17 gurdwaras The issue of spending minority development funds in Punjab on the restoration of gurdwaras and religious tourism has sparked a new debate in the province regarding minority policy, resource distribution, and constitutional authority. Representatives of Christian, Hindu, and Sikh communities are…
. ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has achieved what officials laud as a diplomatic breakthrough few believed possible, helping steer the United States and Iran away from a deepening crisis and laying down a structured framework for reconciliation and implementation of their emerging agreement. With the accord now formally in effect and implementation underway following electronic signatures, the…
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar. Photo: X/ File Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar on Monday discussed the evolving regional developments with the key foreign leaders, stressing on the importance of dialogue, diplomacy, and collective efforts to promote peace and stability in the Middle East. According to Ministry of…
Says working earnestly, painstakingly together with partners to find a peaceful solution to conflict Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. Photo: APP/ File Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday urged all sides to exercise restraint and give peace a greater chance after Iran and Israel exchanged a fresh round of missiles. The statement came after Iran and…
BIRMINGHAM: Aston Villa secured Champions League football with a 4-2 win over Liverpool on Friday that leaves the Reds still at risk of missing out on Europe’s elite competition next season. Ollie Watkins struck twice as Villa boss Unai Emery was rewarded for naming a strong side just days before the Europa League final. “Champions…