Pakistan

Hyderabad - Governor Sindh Kamran Khan Tessori congratulated the Sindh Government for successfully organizing a musical program on Friday night at Rani Bagh in Hyderabad, calling it a vibrant part of the Independence Day celebrations.

Matiari - Chief Minister of Balochistan, Mir Sarfraz Bugti, participated in the Latif Literary Conference—a gathering dedicated to the life, poetry, and philosophy of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai—during his visit to Sindh’s Matiari district on Sunday, where he attended the annual Urs celebrations honouring the revered.

• Protesters demand tax exemption for GB residents and clearance of 280 stuck consignments • Federal committee, including GB leadership, meets today to discuss resolution GILGIT: The ongoing sit-in on Karakoram Highway (KKH) has disrupted travel and trade between Pakistan and China via Khunjerab Pass for the 22nd consecutive day on Sunday as deadlock between government and protesters persisted. The federal committee constituted by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will meet on Monday (today) to make recommendations for resolving the issue. GB Chief Minister Haji Gulbar Khan, GB Chief Secretary Abrar Ahmed Mirza, PPP President Amjad Hussain Advocate, former GB chief minister and PML-N President Hafeezur Rehman have also been included in the committee. Trade and travel between Pakistan and China, as well as business activities at the Sost Dry Port, have remained shut for the past 22 days. The protest sit-in, called by the Tajir Ittehad Action Committee — backed by trade organisations, government and opposition part...

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif on Monday reaffirmed her government’s commitment to safeguarding the rights, welfare, and dignity of minority communities, describing them as “the beauty and crown of Pakistani society.

Eight local volunteers lost their lives in a massive landslide while repairing the flood-damaged Danyor Nullah in Gilgit, rescue officials said on Monday.

QUETTA - The Pakistan Railways on Sunday suspended Jaffar Express and Bolan Mail for three days amid security threats in Quetta.

ISLAMABAD - Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said the government of Pakistan guided by high religious and constitutional values was committed to the full inclusion of minorities in government institutions, Parliament and the national mainstream.

Field Marshal Gen Asim Munir says Indian aggression has dragged region to explosive war RAW’s involvement in transnational terrorist activities a matter of concern Lauds Trump for Pak-India ceasefire Shows no sympathy for terrorists Jammu and Kashmir is an unfinished international agenda .

ISLAMABAD - Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has announced launching a lawyers’ movement against the anticipated 27th Constitutional Amendment, calling it a major threat to the already weaker democratic norms.

ISLAMABAD - Pakistan and the United States are moving ahead with a renewed phase of engagement as Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir meets senior American military and political leadership in Washington.

ISLAMABAD: The Research Centre for International Maritime Law & Practice (RCIMLP) has been appointed as maritime law consultant for the first ferry service by Sea Keepers International. The Ministry of Maritime Affairs on August 5 approved the ferry service lice­nce to an international ferry operator. The UK-based company, Sea Keepers International, will operate ferry routes connecting Pakistan with Iran and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. The legal consultant will ensure that the ferry service operates within a robust legal framework, adhering to international maritime laws and best practices while addressing unique challenges of Pakistan’s maritime landscape. The organisation will work closely with stakeholders to navigate regulatory complexities, promote safety standards, and foster sustainable practices that align with global maritime norms. The launch of Sea Keepers International represents a historic moment for the country, opening new avenues for trade, tourism, and regional collaboration...

ISLAMABAD - National Assembly Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq on Sunday lauded the role of minorities in Pakistan’s development and progress, describing their contributions as exemplary.

ISLAMABAD - Senate parliamentary party leader and senior PML-N figure Senator Irfan Siddiqui has strongly rejected India’s latest claim of downing Pakistani aircraft, calling it “baseless and farcical”.

ISLAMABAD - Advisor to the Prime Minister on Political and Public Affairs Rana Sanaullah on Sunday accused the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) of prioritising political point-scoring over the country’s interests.

ISLAMABAD - Federal Information and Broadcasting Minister Attaullah Tarar on Sunday said the opposition is perturbed by the economic progress achieved by the country under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.

ISLAMABAD - Denouncing Israel’s plan to take control of Gaza, Pakistan Sunday called on the United Nations Security Council to end the Israeli aggression by taking enforcement steps including the deployment of an international protection force to save the besieged Palestinians in the battered enclave.

The district administration has imposed Section 144 in Murree for three days, from August 12 to 14, restricting public access to certain areas, according to an official notification issued on Monday.

ISLAMABAD - The Supreme Court of Pakistan will Tuesday (tomorrow) resume its hearing of a set of appeals moved by former prime minister and PTI founding chairman Imran Khan against the denial of bail by the Lahore High Court (LHC) in May 9 violence cases.

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