By Farzana Chaudhry — Lahore, Pakistan LAHORE: Medical experts have underscored the pivotal role of advanced research and quality leadership in strengthening Pakistan’s healthcare system while speaking at the “PGMI M-CON 2025” conference held at Lahore General Hospital (LGH). Renowned medical scientist and pioneer of test-tube baby technology in Pakistan, Sitara-e-Imtiaz Prof. Rashid Latif Khan,…
Los Angeles: Nick Reiner, the son of Hollywood filmmaker Rob Reiner, has been arrested and charged with two counts of murder following the discovery of his parents’ bodies at their Los Angeles residence. According to the district attorney, the victims—identified as Nick Reiner’s mother and father—were found dead inside the family home. Prosecutors said a…
Lahore: Former Punjab Chief Minister and senior Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) leader Mian Manzoor Wattoo has passed away, prompting an outpouring of grief across political and social circles. Mian Manzoor Wattoo served as Chief Minister of Punjab in 1993. He was regarded as a seasoned and influential politician, known for his long and diverse political…
Peshawar, Pakistan – The Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) conducted a significant operation in Peshawar, resulting in the death of three terrorists. According to the CTD spokesperson, credible intelligence indicated that extremist elements were planning a terrorist attack near Khun Baba Cemetery on Adzakhel Road. During the operation, two terrorists managed to escape, while authorities recovered three…
Islamabad, Pakistan – The Ministry of IT has prepared a five-year plan for telecom development, which is set to be launched soon by the Prime Minister as part of the Connectivity Plan. The Minister of State for IT, Shiza Fatima, said that preparations are underway ahead of the 5G rollout, and highlighted that two major…
Islamabad, Pakistan – Pakistan’s Minister of State for IT, Hafeez Rahman, has warned that Twitter must open an office in Pakistan and register with the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) if it wishes to continue business in the country. He added that failure to comply could result in a complete ban, including restrictions on access via…
Islamabad, Pakistan – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has stated that the ultimate justice for the APS Peshawar tragedy lies in the complete elimination of terrorism from Pakistan. “The struggle is not over. We will not rest until the last terrorist is eradicated,” the Prime Minister emphasized, noting that Pakistan is once again confronting the menace…
Islamabad, Pakistan – A new surveillance system has been implemented to strengthen oversight of money laundering and terrorist financing activities. Under the system, all non-financial businesses and professionals will be closely monitored to ensure compliance with anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terror financing (CTF) regulations. The authorities have also announced tighter monitoring of businesses dealing in…
Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa – Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister has announced an increase in the compensation for the families of martyrs. The amount has been raised from PKR 5 million to PKR 10 million. Additionally, financial assistance for injured personnel has been increased from PKR 1 million to PKR 2.5 million. The KP government emphasized its…
Bajaur (Khyber Pakhtunkhwa) – A police officer assigned to protect a polio vaccination team and a passerby were killed in a shooting incident in Salarzai Tehsil, Bajaur. According to the District Police Officer (DPO), a large security force has been deployed in the area, and raids are underway to apprehend the suspects. The funeral prayer…
