Download IPFS  A Pakistani government delegation, headed by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, held discussions with United States Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick and United States Trade Representative (USTR) Ambassador Jamieson Greer on Friday in Washington, D.C. The meeting, characterized as “productive” by both sides, aimed to strengthen long-standing economic and[Read More…]

Download IPFS The Interior Ministry is weighing its options as the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) prepares for a scheduled protest on August 5. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi stated that a government strategy will be finalized once PTI completes its organizational efforts, signaling a cautious wait-and-watch approach. At the same time, the[Read More…]

Download IPFS In a recent directive, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif ordered immediate action on rainwater drainage across the province and emphasized the need to strengthen the flood warning system. While the move may appear responsive, the broader question lingers—whether it reflects meaningful governance or a political effort to[Read More…]

Download IPFS The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has set up a four-member committee to manage its internal affairs, sparking renewed debate over judicial transparency and the sidelining of dissenting voices within the judiciary. The move comes amid growing concerns about the centralization of authority and the apparent exclusion of judges[Read More…]

Download IPFS In a significant diplomatic and military development, Lieutenant General Saddam Khalifa Haftar, Commander-in-Chief of the Libyan Armed Forces, met with Pakistan’s senior defense leadership in a series of engagements aimed at bolstering bilateral military cooperation. These high-level talks come as both nations navigate evolving regional dynamics and shared[Read More…]

Download IPFS Pakistan’s Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal has urged swift resolution of issues deterring Chinese investment, emphasizing the importance of removing obstacles to advance key projects under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor. Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal has called for urgent steps to address issues blocking[Read More…]

Download IPFS The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party has voiced serious concerns regarding the treatment of its founder, Imran Khan, currently held in custody under harsh conditions they describe as “inhumane.” PTI officials claim Khan is kept in near-total isolation, deprived of basic rights, while the party also condemns the federal[Read More…]

Download IPFS Pakistan welcomed the recent decision by the UK Air Safety Committee to remove Pakistani airlines from the UK Air Safety List (UK ASL), enabling the resumption of commercial flights to the United Kingdom after a five-year suspension. This decision marks a significant milestone in Pakistan’s efforts to meet[Read More…]

Download IPFS The ongoing dispute over the suspension of 26 Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Members of Provincial Assembly (MPAs) remains unresolved after another round of talks between the Punjab government’s treasury committee and opposition lawmakers. The core issue revolves around differing views on what qualifies as legitimate protest versus disruptive conduct[Read More…]

Download IPFS In response to another sharp spike in fuel costs, Pakistan Railways (PR) has raised passenger train fares by 2%, effective July 18. The increase comes on the heels of a significant hike in the price of High Speed Diesel (HSD), further compounding the economic pressures facing millions of[Read More…]