Mohsin Naqvi leads major operation against encroachments in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD: A major operation has been carried out to clear the federal capital of encroachments and restore green belts, which was directly supervised by Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Chairman CDA. During this operation, the Frontier Constabulary (FC) camp office established on the green belt near Marriott Hotel and
President Zardari visits Chinese heavy industry city to boost China-Pakistan industrial cooperation
President Asif Ali Zardari visited Sany Heavy Industry Co. Ltd. in Changsha in China’s Hunan province in a bid to boost industrial cooperation and technology partnership between Pakistan and China, the president’s office said on Monday. The development comes amid Zardari’s week-long visit to China, which began on Saturday, to
Hajj 2026: Over 20,000 pilgrims arrive in Madina
MADINA: The arrival of Hajj pilgrims from around the world continues as over 20,000 pilgrims have already arrived in Medina, including a significant number from Pakistan. Many pilgrims who have arrived at Medina have already left for Mecca as they perform the rites of Tawaf and Umrah. In accordance with
Iranian Ambassador thanks Pakistan for warm hospitality and peace efforts
ISLAMABAD: The Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to Pakistan, Reza Amiri Moghadam has expressed his profound gratitude to the government, military and people of Pakistan following the successful conclusion of the Iranian delegation’s visit. The visit, led by Iran’s Honourable Minister of Foreign Affairs, Syyed Abbas Araghchi, was
Govt moves to abolish licence fee for small-scale solar systems
ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Energy Owais Leghari has proposed abolishing the licence fee for consumers installing solar systems of up to 25 kilowatts, in a move aimed at promoting renewable energy adoption. The Power Division Pakistan has formally submitted a request to the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority, seeking removal
Massive anti-narcotics operation wipes out poppy crops across Balochistan
Authorities in Balochistan have intensified their anti-narcotics campaign under the Poppy Eradication Drive 2025 and 2026, successfully eliminating large-scale illegal cultivation across the province. According to official data, more than 75,569 acres of poppy crops have been destroyed in 2026 alone, marking a significant increase compared to previous years. In
PM expresses concern over shooting at White House Correspondents Dinner
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has expressed deep concern over reports of a shooting incident during the White House Correspondents’ Dinner held in Washington, D.C. In a message shared on social media, the prime minister conveyed his shock at the incident and extended his best wishes to former US president
Ikhtiar Wali says “Marka-e-Haq” boosted Pakistan’s global image
ISLAMABAD: Coordinator to the Prime Minister on Information and KP Affairs, Ikhtiar Wali Khan on Saturday stated that “Marka-e-Haq” and Pakistan’s proactive role have boosted the country’s international reputation, restoring its standing as a global leader, commended Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir. While talking to a
Trump praises PM Shehbaz and Field Marshal Asim Munir for continued mediation efforts
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump has said that the Prime Minister Shehzad Sharif and Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir are irreplaceable and their sincere efforts for mediation are ongoing. US President Trump praised Pakistan’s role in resolving the dispute between Iran and the US, calling it excellent. Talking to the
Iranian President thanks Pakistan leadership for key role in regional peace efforts
ISLAMABAD: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian held a 50-minute telephone conversation with Shehbaz Sharif, during which he expressed appreciation for Pakistan’s leadership role in regional peace initiatives, according to an official statement issued by the Prime Minister’s Office. In the course of his conversation, the president of Iran was thankful to





