PM, President and Field Marshal hold high-level meeting
An important consultative meeting was held at the President’s Office under the chairmanship of President Asif Ali Zardari, in which the country’s economic situation, energy challenges, and the changing security situation of the region were discussed in detail. This meeting was called in the context of global oil supply disruptions
Govt makes medical form submission mandatory for Hajj pilgrims
ISLAMABAD: The government has made filing of medical forms on the Pak Hajj Application mandatory for all the pilgrims. The Ministry of Religious Affairs has mandated that all pilgrims fill out a medical form using the Pak Hajj app for Hajj 2026. A medical questionnaire has been released on the
Pakistan’s growing role troubling India: Atta Tarar
ISLAMABAD: Federal Information Minister Atta Tarar stated in a news conference that Pakistan’s role as a mediator has gained prominence in the current global situation, which is causing concern for India. He noted that Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts amid the ongoing global conflicts are being recognised and appreciated worldwide, with the
School reopenings and holiday extensions: Clarifications issued to end confusion
ISLAMABAD: Education Minister of Punjab, Rana Sikandar, has cleared up any confusion regarding the extension of holidays in educational institutions. The Minister confirmed that Punjab schools will begin their normal operation on April 1 because their holiday period ends on March 31. The Minister confirmed that schools will resume their
PTI’s Aliya Hamza arrested in Lahore
LAHORE: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Punjab’s Chief Organizer Aliya Hamza has reportedly been arrested in Lahore. Sources indicate that she was in the city to visit her family when the police took her into custody. According to Express News report, the arrest occurred when she was in Lahore and authorities subsequently
Government offers major relief to public amid rising global oil prices
ISLAMABAD: Despite the rise in oil prices across the world, the Ministry of Finance has announced a major relief measure for the people of Pakistan, which would protect them from the increase in oil prices. As part of efforts to reduce the effects of increasing oil prices, the government is
Pakistan Navy extends warm welcome to Chinese Navy ship ‘Dacheng’
KARACHI: Pakistan Navy extends a warm welcome to People’s Liberation Army (Navy) Ship DAQING for its participation in the 4th iteration of bilateral exercise SEA GUARDIAN, scheduled from 25 March to 2 April 2026. Upon arrival, PLA(N) Ship DAQING was accorded a ceremonial welcome and escorted into port by Pakistan
Ministry of Religious Affairs releases Hajj flight schedule for 2026
ISLAMABAD (Sheraz Ahmad Sherazi): The Ministry of Religious Affairs has officially released the Hajj flight schedule for 2026, confirming that the first flight from Pakistan will depart for Saudi Arabia on April 18. According to a statement issued by the Ministry of Religious Affairs on Wednesday, under the government Hajj
Operation Ghazab Lil Haq resumes against Afghan taliban after Eidul Fitr pause
ISLAMABAD: Security sources confirmed on Wednesday the resumption of Operation Ghazab Lil Haq following a brief strategic pause observed in respect of Eid-ul-Fitr and diplomatic requests from brotherly Islamic nations. The temporary ceasefire concluded at midnight between March 23 and 24, marking a return to active kinetic operations. The military
Petroleum dealers postpone nationwide strike
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Petroleum Dealers Association (PPDA) has postponed its nationwide strike scheduled for March 26, choosing instead to convene a general body meeting to finalise a future strategy. Chairman Abdul Sami Khan clarified that while the shutdown has been postponed, the association maintains its demand for a margin increase
