KARACHI: Pakistan’s provinces, which once complained that the federal government was monopolising power and economic resources, have themselves become barriers to devolution at the district level, particularly when it comes to fiscal and economic authority. Provinces are projected to receive Rs9.2 trillion in federal transfers in FY26-27, yet only Rs1.8 trillion is being transferred onward…
Government claims the bill aims to combat hooliganism and online abuse by replacing the outdated 1959 law The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) and the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf on Monday expressed deep concern over and slammed the proposed Punjab Control of Habitual Offenders and Anti-Social Behaviour Bill, warning that it appeared to grant sweeping powers to the…
Says both countries remained in close coordination at international forums to defend interests of developing nations DPM and FM Senator Ishaq Dar addressing the Senate. SCREENGRAB ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Wednesday said that Pakistan and China’s bilateral relations were multidimensional and based on mutual trust, respect, and benefit, as…
April 03, 2022 1 min read The Hussain Rehar label has developed a unique style of its own, reflecting its distinctive use of colours, unique silhouettes, intricate embroideries and classic aesthetic. This summer, Hussain Rehar launched the brand’s second luxury lawn collection – Rahgoli. The collection is exquisite and features Mahira Khan who looked ethereal in…
A woman holds a Hezbollah flag during a rally in support of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, in Tehran, Iran, on June 4, 2026. West Asia News Agency via REUTERS GENEVA: Israel and Hezbollah agreed a ceasefire on Friday, a US official said, after deadly exchanges between the two sides in Lebanon put a deal…
Susan Coyle becomes Australia’s first female army chief in a historic military leadership shift Newly appointed Chief of Army Lieutenant General Susan Coyle poses for photographers after a press conference at Parliament House in Canberra, Australia, April 13, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS Australia on Monday said a woman would lead its army for the first time…
Mushtaq says he was ‘kidnapped’ from international waters, calling it a violation of international law Police officers watch members of the Global Sumud Flotilla vessels, intercepted by the Israeli Navy in international waters, demonstrating in the town of Ierapetra in the island of Crete, Greece, on May 1, 2026. Photo: AFP Former senator Mushtaq Ahmad…
Police tell court that alleged drug baroness Pinky heads a narcotics gang supplying high-value drugs nationwide Alleged drug dealer was presented before the court without handcuffs, in violation of official SOPs and security protocols. PHOTO: EXPRESS A District and Sessions Court on Wednesday granted the Karachi police a three-day physical remand of alleged drug baroness…
Says all available resources will be utilised to bring those involved in the incident to justice K-P CM Sohail Afridi. Photo: Screengrab Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) Chief Minister Sohail Afridi on Thursday expressed deep concern over the prevailing law and order situation in the province and said that strict directives had been issued to relevant authorities to apprehend…
. KYIV: President Volodymyr Zelensky will skip this year’s Ukraine Recovery Conference hosted in Poland, Kyiv announced Tuesday, amid a spiralling diplomatic spat between the allies and neighbours over World War II memory. The annual event — which kicks off on Thursday in Gdansk — is due to gather business leaders and officials to discuss…