WASHINGTON: Robert Pape, an adviser to the U.S. Department of Defense (Pentagon), has claimed that Iran could emerge from the ongoing conflict as a new global superpower.“We have never seen anything like this in our lifetime—a new center of global power forming within just a month,” he said, adding that Iran may come out of…
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif paid tribute to former Prime Minister Zulfikar Ali Bhutto on his death anniversary on April 4, 2026, acknowledging his significant national, political, and constitutional contributions.In his message, the prime minister highlighted Bhutto’s role in advancing Pakistan’s development, strengthening its defense, and promoting democratic governance. He particularly praised Bhutto’s contribution to…
ISLAMABAD: Police in Pakistan’s capital have intensified operations against criminal elements, arresting 13 suspects including five proclaimed offenders involved in serious crimes, officials said.According to police, coordinated raids were conducted across multiple precincts—Margalla, Golra, Shams Colony, Khanna, and Lohi Bher—resulting in the recovery of 343 grams of methamphetamine (“ice”), 36 bottles of liquor, and four…
Lahore, Pakistan (Farzana choudhray) — In yet another relief package aimed at easing the economic burden on the common man, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has announced the complete waiver of motorcycle registration and transfer fees across the province.Under the new initiative, every registered motorbike owner in Punjab will also receive a monthly subsidy…
Sukkur/Rahim Yar Khan, Pakistan — In a shocking case of large-scale theft and mismanagement, advanced speed enforcement cameras installed on the Sukkur-Multan Motorway (M-5) in Sindh province have been stolen or rendered completely non-functional over a nearly 200-kilometer section from Sukkur to Rahim Yar Khan.According to multiple local media reports, the sophisticated cameras, meant to…
Lahore, Pakistan Farzana choudhray– Dr. Adnan Javed, the newly appointed Medical Superintendent of Government Teaching Hospital Shahdara, visited the hospital on Friday and conducted a detailed inspection of its wards and facilities.During his maiden visit, Dr. Adnan Javed met with patients and their attendants, personally inquiring about the quality of treatment and care being provided….
Lahore, Pakistan – Muhammad Shezad The Pak International Business Forum (PIBF) has expressed strong outrage over the massive increase in petroleum (POL) prices announced by the Pakistani government late on Thursday night, describing it as a “devastating blow” to the business community and the country’s already struggling economy.In a joint statement issued on Friday, PIBF…
Islamabad – Mr. Imtiaz Ali Solangi, Member (Organizational Audit) of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), has retired from government service upon attaining the age of superannuation.A special Board-in-Council meeting was held today at FBR Headquarters to honor his long and exemplary contributions to the Government of Pakistan and the Federal Board of Revenue.With a…
— A US-sanctioned tanker carrying Iranian crude oil has abruptly changed its destination from India to China, just as it approached the Indian coast, highlighting persistent payment and sanctions-related challenges in global oil trade.The Aframax vessel Ping Shun (built in 2002, Eswatini-flagged), which was sanctioned by the United States in 2025, had been signalling Vadinar…
Under the special directives of IG Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi, Islamabad Police carried out city-wide operations against criminals and illegal residents. 2,062 people, 956 houses, 60 hotels, 263 shops, 732 motorcycles & 276 vehicles were checked, with 47 suspects & 55 motorcycles sent to police stations.During the operations, two key members of a robbery gang,…
