ISLAMABAD/Pakistan Muhammad Saleem Authorities in Islamabad and Rawalpindi have imposed Section 144, prohibiting any public gatherings, protests, or rallies, as the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) prepares for a possible demonstration. Police and law enforcement agencies have been placed on high alert to ensure security and prevent any untoward incidents. The move comes as a precautionary measure…
According to a report by the American newspaper The Washington Post, Pakistan and Afghanistan appear to be heading toward a new wave of military confrontation. U.S. media reports state that India’s increasing engagement with the Taliban has further heightened tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan. The Washington Post notes that alongside news from Ukraine and Africa,…
By Dr Ansab Ali – Lahore, Pakistan LAHORE: The second day of SOT Events Edition XIX commenced with the Beaconhouse Distinguished Alumni Awards, presented by the Beaconhouse Old Students Society (BOSS). The annual ceremony celebrates the exceptional achievements of Beaconhouse alumni across diverse fields. Federal Minister for Information & Broadcasting Ata Tarar and Punjab Finance…
By Dr Ansab Ali – Lahore, Pakistan LAHORE: Punjab’s expert coaches continued providing modern and intensive training to athletes across multiple disciplines at various camps organised by the Sports Board Punjab on Monday at Nishtar Park Sports Complex. The camps are part of the province’s preparations for the 35th National Games, scheduled to be held…
By Muhammad Shahzad – Lahore, Pakistan LAHORE, December 1: Provincial Minister for Sports & Energy, Malik Faisal Ayyub Khokhar, chaired an important review meeting on the ongoing development projects in constituency PP-168. The session provided a detailed assessment of progress on various initiatives, with concerned officials briefing the Minister on project status, challenges, financial matters,…
By Muhammad Shahzad – Lahore, Pakistan LAHORE: Governor Punjab Sardar Saleem Haider held a detailed meeting with Hafiz Khalid Naik, Deputy Secretary General of the Pakistan Markazi Muslim League (PMML), to discuss the prevailing political situation in the country. The meeting, held at the residence of Hafiz Khalid Naik, was attended by Choudhry Shaukat, Salahuddin,…
By Farzana Chaudhry – Lahore, Pakistan LAHORE: Provincial Minister for Emergency Services, Khawaja Salman Rafiq, inaugurated the International Volunteer Day CERT Challenge 2025 at the Emergency Services Academy in Lahore, welcoming Community Emergency Response Teams (CERTs) from educational institutions, industrial sectors, and union councils across Pakistan, as well as two volunteer teams from China. He…
By Muhammad Shahzad – Lahore, Pakistan LAHORE: A delegation from the Association of Former Inspectors General of Police (AFIGP), Punjab Chapter, visited the Central Police Office (CPO) Lahore for a high-level meeting on policing, institutional reforms, and service delivery. The delegation was led by AFIGP Punjab President and former IG Punjab Ahmad Naseem. General Secretary…
By Farzana Chaudhry – Lahore, Pakistan LAHORE: Punjab Minister for Information and Culture, Azma Bokhari, has said that Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz’s “Suthra Punjab Programme” is gaining significant global recognition. After acknowledgement from the U.S. Congress, international magazine Forbes has also praised the Punjab Government’s flagship cleanliness and governance initiative. Azma Bokhari stated that Maryam…
ISLAMABAD: Federal Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb announced that Pakistan has successfully reached a staff-level agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF). He also confirmed that a meeting on the National Finance Commission (NFC) Award will be held next week. Speaking at a press conference in Islamabad, the minister said the government is committed to…
