Islamabad: Pakistani authorities have prevented a scheduled meeting between politician Azma Khan and former Prime Minister Imran Khan, citing violations of official regulations and potential security risks. Federal Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar explained that if a local superintendent anticipates threats to public order, risk of unrest, or disruption of peace, they are empowered to halt…
Lahore: A breathtaking aerial image of Makkah has taken social media by storm. Captured from the International Space Station (ISS) at an altitude of approximately 400 kilometers, the sacred Kaaba appears as a bright, glowing point visible even from space. Astronaut Dan Pettit shared the image on X, explaining that it was captured through the…
By Muhammad Saleem – Pakistan ISLAMABAD: The President of Pakistan has approved the appointment of the Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Asim Munir, as the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) for a term of five years, according to an official statement. Speaking informally to journalists at the Aiwan-e-Sadr, Field Marshal Asim Munir said, “Everything…
By Farzana Chaudhry – Lahore, Pakistan LAHORE: Punjab Counter Narcotics Force (CNF), established under the vision of Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif, has shown remarkable performance within just three months, Secretary Excise, Taxation & Narcotics Control Punjab Muhammad Masood Mukhtar said. Speaking at a performance review meeting, he said the Chief Minister’s clear directives…
By Dr Ansab Ali – Lahore, Pakistan LAHORE: Punjab Police has provided a house worth Rs 13.5 million to the family of Constable Rashid Mahmood, who was martyred in 2024 while performing his duty in the Kacha area of Rahim Yar Khan. The house was purchased in a private housing society according to the family’s…
By Muhammad Shahzad – Lahore, Pakistan LAHORE: A seminar on “Lifestyle Medicine and Its Impact on Children’s Growth in Pakistan” was held at the Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI), presided over by Senior Vice President Tanveer Ahmed Sheikh and organized by former Executive Committee Member Shamim Akhtar. Experts highlighted that many health problems,…
By Farzana Chaudhry – Lahore, Pakistan LAHORE: Punjab University Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Muhammad Ali has said that debates play a vital role in solving problems, while books help broaden knowledge and build confidence. He expressed these views at the launch of two books — Language, Gender, and Power and Reimagining Education in Pakistan —…
By Muhammad Shahzad – Lahore, Pakistan LAHORE: The Punjab Directorate General of Commodities has directed 26 district deputy commissioners to strictly hold District Price Control Committee meetings every month between the 5th and 12th, as instructed by the Punjab Price Control Council. According to a department spokesperson, the notification has been issued to the DCs…
By Farzana ChaudhryLahore, Pakistan LAHORE: Chief Collector Customs (Appraisement) Naveed Elahi visited the Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI), where business leaders praised recent reforms in the customs appraisement system, especially the improved staff capacity and the successful rollout of faceless assessment, which has increased transparency and efficiency. LCCI President Faheem-ur-Rehman Saigol said these…
By Farzana ChaudhryLahore, Pakistan LAHORE: Lahore College for Women University (LCWU) held a special event on digital and online violence as part of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. The event was organized in collaboration with UNFPA Pakistan, Digital Rights Foundation, and the Department of Gender Studies. Chairperson Punjab Women Protection Authority, Hina…
