LAHORE: A dramatic turn of events unfolded in the Lahore High Court during the bail hearing of Saqib Jajja, the main accused in the Greece boat tragedy case, when the complainant refused to identify him as the perpetrator.During the hearing of Saqib Jajja’s interim bail application, his lawyer informed the court that the complainants had…
ISLAMABAD – Myanmar’s Foreign Minister U Than Swe held crucial talks with Pakistan’s Prime Minister during an official visit aimed at bolstering bilateral cooperation between the two nations.The Prime Minister warmly received the Myanmar delegation and reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to deepening longstanding ties with Myanmar. During the meeting, both sides explored opportunities for enhanced collaboration…
Abu Dhabi: Pakistan’s President Asif Ali Zardari arrived in Abu Dhabi on a four-day official visit to the United Arab Emirates on Monday.He was received at the Presidential Flight Terminal of Zayed International Airport by UAE Minister of Justice Abdullah bin Sultan bin Awad Al Nuaimi. Pakistan’s Ambassador to the UAE, Shafqat Ali Khan, was…
Islamabad: The World Bank has called for major improvements in Pakistan’s tax system and a broadening of the tax base, emphasizing the need for stronger revenue generation mechanisms as part of wider development reforms in South Asia.In its latest report on South Asia’s development outlook, the World Bank stressed that Pakistan must strengthen tax administration…
Islamabad: Heavy snowfall in Pakistan’s northern and mountainous regions, coupled with rain in the plains, has intensified cold weather conditions and disrupted daily life, blocking key roads and isolating several areas.According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department, the ongoing western weather system has brought widespread rain to low-lying areas while triggering continuous snowfall in upper regions….
EPA The Nipah virus can spread from animals to humans. An outbreak of the deadly Nipah virus in India’s West Bengal state has sparked concern in parts of Asia, with some tightening screening measures at airports. Thailand has started screening passengers at three airports that receive flights from West Bengal. Nepal has also begun screening…
Firefighters in the Australian state of Victoria are battling at least six major fires as a record-breaking heatwave hits the country’s south-east. Two fires are currently burning at “emergency level” according to local broadcaster ABC News. Several communities have been issued emergency warnings to either evacuate, watch and wait, or shelter in place. Fire officials…
Judges at the International Criminal Court (ICC) have ruled that former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte is fit to attend pre-trial proceedings for alleged crimes against humanity. The ICC also will hold a hearing on 23 February to decide whether the prosecution’s case against Duterte is strong enough to proceed to a trial. Duterte’s lawyers earlier…
Releases additional Rs 1.96 million for medical treatment of police employeesBy Muhammad ShahzadLahore, PakistanLAHORE: Inspector General of Police Punjab, Dr. Usman Anwar, has reiterated his firm commitment to ensuring the health and welfare of the Punjab Police force and their families. In line with this commitment, additional funds amounting to Rs 1.96 million have been…
By Muhammad ShahzadLahore, PakistanLAHORE: The Punjab Revenue Authority (PRA) has intensified enforcement operations against tax defaulters and businesses involved in sales record irregularities in Lahore and Sheikhupura, officials said on Wednesday.According to a PRA spokesperson, inspection teams conducted checks at beauty parlors, aesthetic clinics, marquees, and restaurants as part of the ongoing crackdown. During the…
