The Sindh government has approved the release of official wheat stocks in an effort to stabilize flour prices and maintain a steady supply of wheat across the province. Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah has approved the release of government-held wheat stocks from October 15. The move is aimed at increasing market supply and easing […]
High Court Seeks Report on More Than 50 Pakistanis Missing Abroad
The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has sought a detailed report from the federal government regarding more than 50 Pakistanis who have reportedly gone missing abroad over the past three years. The development came during the hearing of a petition filed by Afzal Hussain, a resident of Phalia tehsil in Mandi Bahauddin district. Justice Arbab Mohammad […]
PIMS Performance Audit Reveals Major Compliance Gaps as PM Orders Improvements
The Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) has recorded significant gaps in its recent performance assessment, meeting only 39.7 percent of the indicators reviewed during an institutional audit. According to the assessment, PIMS failed to meet around 60 percent of the performance indicators, well below the acceptable compliance benchmark of 90 percent. The findings have […]
KP Announces Relief Package for Persons with Disabilities, Orphans and Widows
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has announced a comprehensive financial relief package aimed at supporting persons with disabilities, orphans and widows across the province. The initiative is part of broader efforts to strengthen social protection and provide direct assistance to vulnerable communities. Speaking at a Khuli Kachehri held in Swabi for differently-abled citizens, Advisor to the […]
Malik Riaz Appeals to Field Marshal Asim Munir for Intervention in Bahria Town Asset Dispute
Bahria Town founder Malik Riaz Hussain has appealed to Field Marshal Asim Munir and other senior authorities to intervene in what he described as a continuing crackdown against Bahria Town and the seizure and auction of its assets. In a written appeal, Malik Riaz raised concerns over the disposal of properties linked to Bahria Town, […]
Islamabad Traffic Police Issue Safety Alert as Heavy Rain Batters Federal Capital
Heavy rainfall in Islamabad has prompted the Islamabad Traffic Police (ITP) to issue a public safety advisory, urging motorists to remain cautious while traveling across the federal capital. Authorities have advised commuters to avoid waterlogged roads, drive carefully, and cooperate with traffic officials to ensure public safety during the ongoing spell of rain. Despite the […]
Swat Becomes KP’s Second District to Successfully Perform Kidney Transplant
Swat has achieved a major milestone in Pakistan’s healthcare sector by becoming the second district in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to successfully perform kidney transplant surgery. The landmark procedure marks an important advancement in access to specialized medical care for patients living in the Malakand region and surrounding areas. The first successful renal transplant in Swat was […]
Senate Committee Approves Bill to Issue Blue Passports to Children of MNAs
The Senate Standing Committee on Interior has unanimously approved the Members of Parliament Salaries and Allowances (Amendment) Bill, 2026, introducing a proposal to issue blue passports to the dependent children of members of Parliament. The move is part of a broader amendment aimed at updating the benefits and privileges available to lawmakers. The bill was […]
ICC Seeks Explanation from ECB Over Ben Stokes Retirement Announcement Video
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has reportedly asked the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) to explain the release of a behind-the-scenes video showing England captain Ben Stokes informing his teammates about his decision to retire from international cricket. According to English media reports, the ECB shared the footage across its social media platforms on […]
Monsoon Rains Push Tarbela Dam Water Level 82 Feet Above Dead Level as Reservoir Storage Grows
The ongoing monsoon season has significantly increased water levels at Tarbela Dam, with the country’s largest reservoir recording a steady rise as heavy rainfall continues across northern regions of Pakistan. According to the latest figures released by the dam administration on Tuesday, the water level has climbed to 1,484.20 feet, placing it 82 feet above […]