Marka-e-Haq was just 10 percent of our strength and resolve: DG ISPR
- 07-May-2026
ISLAMABAD: Director General of Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR) Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry said on Thursday that the Indian narrative of painting Pakistan as a source of terrorism had been “buried forever.” Addressing a press conference alongside Deputy Chief of Naval Staff (Operations) Rear Admiral Shifaat Ali Khan and Deputy Chief of Air Staff […]
Air Chief Marshal Sidhu reveals details of PAF kill chain against Indian jets
- 07-May-2026
ISLAMABAD: Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu on Thursday revealed details of the Pakistan Air Force’s (PAF) operational strategy and “kill chain” that successfully countered Indian aggression and led to the downing of Indian fighter jets, including Rafale aircraft. Addressing a ceremony at Air Headquarters in Islamabad marking one year […]
Pakistan, Iran discuss Taftan–Zahedan railway route
- 07-May-2026
ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Railways Hanif Abbasi and Iran’s Ambassador to Pakistan Dr Reza Amiri Moghadam discussed the Taftan–Zahedan railway route and broader bilateral railway cooperation during a meeting in Islamabad. The two sides reviewed bilateral relations, railway connectivity and the overall regional situation. During the meeting, the railways minister reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening […]
Bahrain reduces housing allocation time to one day
- 07-May-2026
Manama: Bahrain has reduced the time required for housing allocation to just one working day after fully automating the process, the Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning announced. In a statement, the ministry said the system is now entirely digital, linking housing allocation directly with electronic contract issuance to improve efficiency and accelerate services. Previously, […]
Govt eases smart lockdown restrictions for THESE businesses
- 06-May-2026
LAHORE: The Punjab government has partially relaxed its austerity-related restrictions, exempting sports facilities, IT companies, and call centres from the mandatory 8:00 p.m. closing time, according to an official notification issued on Wednesday. The notification, issued by the Chief Secretary Punjab, stated that sports-related activities, including gyms, will no longer be subject to early closure […]
Crackdown on unregistered, token tax defaulter vehicles announced
- 06-May-2026
PESHAWAR: The Excise Taxation and Narcotics Control Department Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Wednesday announced a crackdown on unregistered vehicles and those defaulting on token tax payments. In a statement shared on social media, the department said special teams comprising police and excise officials will be formed to check unregistered cars, motorcycles, and other vehicles plying on […]
PSX hits record monthly account openings in April 2026
- 06-May-2026
KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) recorded its highest-ever monthly investor account openings in April 2026, with 24,150 new accounts registered, Adviser to the Finance Minister Khurram Schehzad said on Wednesday. In a post on X, Khurram Schehzad highlighted a historic surge in investor participation at the PSX. He noted that the total PSX investor […]
Kuwait Airport fully operational under precautionary measures: Al-Otaibi
- 05-May-2026
KUWAIT CITY: Acting Director General of the General Authority of Civil Aviation, Duaij Al-Otaibi, has confirmed that Kuwait International Airport remains safe and fully operational, emphasizing that passenger safety and the protection of lives and property are the top priorities. Speaking to the Kuwait News Agency, Al-Otaibi said the current security arrangements are precautionary, designed […]
FOSPAH orders dismissal of government officer in workplace harassment case
- 05-May-2026
ISLAMABAD: The Federal Ombudsperson Secretariat for Protection Against Harassment (FOSPAH) on Tuesday ordered the dismissal of a government officer after 16 female employees filed harassment complaints against him. In a statement, FOSPAH said it had enhanced the penalty from compulsory retirement to dismissal, declaring the earlier punishment insufficient in light of the severity and frequency […]
Apna Khet Apna Rozgar scheme 2026 - Eligibility, Criteria
- 04-May-2026
LAHORE: The Punjab government has launched the “Apna Khet Apna Rozgar” programme to provide agricultural land on lease to around 50,000 farmers at a highly subsidised rate of Rs100 per acre annually. The Apna Khet Apna Rozgar program aims to support landless individuals and promote agricultural activity across the province. Eligibility and Criteria Applicants must […]