Pakistan’s federal government has decided to withdraw from the wheat procurement process, marking a major shift in the country’s agricultural and food security policy. The move comes under pressure from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) as part of broader economic reforms aimed at reducing fiscal burdens and market distortions. According to official sources, both the […]
Mohsin Naqvi Inspects Shaheen Chowk Underpass Project as Islamabad Nears Major Traffic Relief
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Tuesday visited the Shaheen Chowk Underpass project in Islamabad to personally review the pace and quality of construction, underscoring the government’s focus on easing traffic congestion in the federal capital. During his visit, Mohsin Naqvi conducted a detailed on-site inspection and received a comprehensive briefing from the Chairman of the […]
Houston to Daska Dusk: When Philanthropy Bleeds in Pakistan
With only 23 dollars in his pocket, a determined Pakistani left his homeland for the United States, carrying little more than hope and resilience. Through years of discipline, sacrifice, and persistence, he rose to become a successful businessman and one of the most respected overseas Pakistanis of his generation. In 2023, he captured national attention […]
PM Shehbaz Orders Use of Modern Technology to Improve Pakistan’s Immigration System
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed authorities to fully utilize modern technology to strengthen Pakistan’s immigration system, stressing the need for efficiency, transparency, and fairness. The instructions were issued during a high-level review meeting focused on combating human trafficking and addressing challenges linked to illegal travel abroad. While chairing the meeting, the prime minister appreciated […]
KP Government Suspends Eight Officials Over Expired Wheat Seed Scandal
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) authorities have suspended eight senior Agriculture Department officials following a major scandal involving expired wheat seeds that destroyed approximately 36,000 acres of farmland, causing severe financial losses for farmers. The suspended officers include District Director of Agriculture Extension Dr. Muhammad Anwar Khan, Deputy Directors Ikramullah, Muhammad Waqas, Dr. Aslam Shahid, Ehtesham, Farm […]
PM Shehbaz Sharif Emphasizes Minority Welfare and Inclusion in National Framework
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to the welfare, development, and protection of minority communities in Pakistan. Speaking to a delegation of National Assembly members representing minority groups, the prime minister emphasized that the government is actively pursuing all necessary measures to ensure the inclusion and rights of minorities. The delegation, which […]
PM Shehbaz Sharif Makes 28 Foreign Trips in 2025, Signaling Active Global Diplomacy
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif undertook an extensive diplomatic outreach in 2025, completing nearly 28 foreign visits over the course of the year. The travel record highlights the government’s focus on strengthening Pakistan’s diplomatic presence, economic partnerships, and strategic relations across key regions. According to reports citing diplomatic sources, Saudi Arabia and Azerbaijan emerged as the […]
PM Orders Acceleration in Privatization of DISCOs and GENCOs to Reform Power Sector
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed authorities to accelerate the privatization of electricity distribution companies (DISCOs) and generation companies (GENCOs), underlining the government’s push to overhaul Pakistan’s struggling power sector. The directive was issued during a high-level review meeting on power sector reforms held in Islamabad. During the meeting, the Prime Minister emphasized that creating […]
PM Shehbaz Sharif Embarks on Two-Day Official Visit to Turkmenistan for Peace and Neutrality Forum
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has departed for Ashgabat on a two-day official visit to Turkmenistan, undertaking the trip at the invitation of President Serdar Berdimuhamedow. The visit comes at a significant diplomatic moment, coinciding with global commemorations for the International Year of Peace and Trust 2025, the International Day of Neutrality, and the 30th anniversary […]
Pakistan and US Strengthen Counter-Narcotics and Security Cooperation
Pakistan and the United States have moved to deepen cooperation in counter-narcotics, intelligence sharing, and border security following a high-level meeting in Islamabad between Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Acting US Ambassador Natalie Baker.The discussion underscored the growing urgency of collaborative measures to curb drug trafficking and illegal immigration affecting both countries and the […]