“We hope that the parties will be able to take measures (…) that will reduce tensions,” Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters, adding that “we are following with great concern the tense atmosphere that has developed on the border.” The United Nations Security Council is scheduled to convene today to discuss the escalating tensions between […]
The Monetary Policy Committee highlighted a sharp decline in inflation during March and April, attributed to reduced administered electricity prices and a continued downtrend in food inflation. Core inflation also fell to 8.0 percent in April, reflecting a favorable base effect and moderate demand. The committee assessed that the inflation outlook has improved, with expectations […]
His remarks came in response to PTI’s absence from a recent in-camera security briefing held by Information Minister Attaullah Tarar and Director General Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR) Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry. The briefing, held on Sunday, was attended by leaders from major political parties, including PML-N, PPP, MQM, JUI-F, and Balochistan Awami Party. […]
Such stability is indicative of equilibrium money flows between both nations and supports Kuwait’s solid economic position as a prime oil exporter. 1 Kuwaiti Dinar 916.48 Pakistani Rupees Analysts credit the stable rate to regular remittances from Pakistani expatriates in Kuwait and solid demand for the dinar on foreign exchange markets. Kuwait’s large oil earnings […]
The National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC) for Polio, conducted latest environmental testing, between April 7 to 17, revealed the presence of Wild Poliovirus Type 1 (WPV1) in sewage samples from multiple locations. The NEOC confirmed that sewage samples in four provinces showed signs of contamination. Positive samples were reported from three districts in Baluchistan, six […]
The announcement was made by the Ministry of Religious Affairs. As of last night, 69 flights have transported 14,662 government-sponsored Pakistani pilgrims to Madinah Munawwarah under the pre-Hajj 2025 operation, the statement stated. According to the ministry’s spokesperson, an additional 2,563 pilgrims are scheduled to arrive today through 11 more flights. Under the current phase […]
On Oct 23, 2023, the ruling, the Supreme Court (SC) declared that trying civilians in military courts for their alleged role in attacks on army installations during the riots that followed PTI founder Imran Khan’s arrest was ultra vires the Constitution. The verdict was reserved by a six-member SC bench after a hearing that detailed […]
The water flow in Chenab at Maralla Headworks goes down to 5,400 cusecs, sources said. The water flow of the river was around 40,000 cusecs at the point, last week, sources added. Sources said that the neighboring country has started filling the Baglihar dam reservoir with water from the Chenab River. Punjab’s irrigation department sources […]
According to ISPR, the launch was aimed at ensuring the operational readiness of troops and validating key technical parameters, including the missile’s advanced navigation system and enhanced accuracy. The training launch was witnessed by senior officers of Pakistan Army, as well as officers, scientists and engineers from Pakistan’s strategic organizations. Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff […]
According to a notification issued by the Department of Environment, Climate Change, and Coastal Development, the ban on plastic bags will come into effect from June 15. The ban will apply to non-degradable, oxo-degradable, black, and recycled plastic bags, with only environmentally friendly alternatives permitted in the market, said Environment Secretary Agha Shah Nawaz. He […]
