ISLAMABAD: Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has said that Pakistan may reopen dialogue with the Taliban, as “we cannot refuse our friends.” Speaking during a meeting with a Turkish delegation, the minister said, “Turkey’s government and people have always stood by Pakistan; the visit of the Turkish delegation is an honor for us.” Khawaja Asif added…
KARACHI: Renowned Islamic scholar and President of Wifaqul Madaris, Mufti Taqi Usmani, has said that granting lifelong protection from judicial proceedings to any individual is contrary to both the spirit of Islam and the Constitution. In his statement, Mufti Taqi Usmani emphasized that “no person, regardless of the position they hold, can be above the…
NEW DELHI: At least eight people were killed and several others injured in a powerful explosion near a metro station in the Indian capital, New Delhi. According to Indian media reports, the blast occurred inside a car, which then caught fire, engulfing three to four nearby vehicles in flames. Several of the injured are said…
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Senator Saif Abro has announced his resignation after casting his vote in favor of the 27th Constitutional Amendment. During the Senate session, Saif Abro engaged in an exchange with the Law Minister, saying, “Earlier, Farogh Naseem used to do this, now you are doing the same. When PTI returns to power,…
ISLAMABAD: The Senate has approved the 27th Constitutional Amendment with a two-thirds majority. A total of 64 senators voted in favor of the amendment, giving phase-wise approval to all 59 clauses of the bill. During the voting process, members of the Senate stood up from their seats to cast their votes, marking a significant moment…
ISLAMABAD: The Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI) has expelled Senator Ahmed Khan from the party after he voted in favor of the 27th Constitutional Amendment. According to an official statement issued by the JUI, the decision was made because Ahmed Khan’s vote went against the party policy. The party has demanded that Ahmed Khan immediately resign from…
ISLAMABAD: The federal cabinet, under the leadership of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, has approved the draft of the 27th Constitutional Amendment, which is set to be tabled in the Senate today. The government now faces the critical task of securing a two-thirds majority in both houses of Parliament to ensure its passage. Under the Constitution,…
By Farzana ChaudhryLahore (Pakistan) A grand commemorative ceremony marking Iqbal Day was held at Hidayat Ismail School to pay tribute to the Poet of the East, Allama Muhammad Iqbal. The event began with the recitation of the Holy Quran followed by Naat-e-Rasool (PBUH). Students delivered inspiring speeches highlighting Iqbal’s life, teachings, and philosophy. Through captivating…
By Muhammad ShahzadLahore (Pakistan): The Pakistan Industrial and Traders Association Forum (PIAF) has strengthened its foothold in Lahore’s business community as the Shalimar Link Road Traders Association formally joined the platform — a move signaling growing confidence in PIAF’s leadership and vision. The ceremony, held under the leadership of PIAF Patron-in-Chief and SAARC Chamber Vice…
By Dr Ansab AliLAHORE (Pakistan): The Businessmen Panel (BMP) of the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) has expressed deep concern over the latest rise in inflation, warning that the economy is once again showing signs of strain as consumer prices climbed by 6.2 percent in October 2025 — the highest level…
