Politics
Pakistan and Bangladesh Move Toward Stronger Maritime Partnership
Pakistan and Bangladesh have taken a significant step toward strengthening regional maritime cooperation following a high-level meeting between Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Junaid Anwar Chaudhry and Bangladesh’s Shipping Advisor in London. The discussion signaled a renewed commitment from both sides to enhance maritime connectivity, expand commercial engagement and collaborate at global forums. During the […]
By-Elections Across 6 National and 7 Punjab Assembly Seats Set for Tomorrow
Pakistan is gearing up for an important political event as by-elections will take place tomorrow in six National Assembly constituencies and seven Punjab Assembly seats. The Election Commission of Pakistan has completed logistical preparations and moved election materials to all designated polling stations under strict security arrangements. The National Assembly constituencies scheduled for polling include […]
Pakistan to Host ASOCIO Digital Summit 2026
Pakistan has secured a significant milestone on the regional technology map as it prepares to host the ASOCIO Digital Summit 2026, one of the most influential digital forums across Asia and Oceania. The announcement was made during the ASOCIO Digital Summit 2025 in Chinese Taipei, marking a major moment for Pakistan’s tech community. The Pakistan […]
Pakistan and Nigeria Vow to Deepen Economic and Business Cooperation
Pakistan and Nigeria have reiterated their commitment to expanding economic ties, with a particular focus on strengthening business-to-business collaboration across mining, renewable energy and industrial development. The reaffirmation came during a meeting between Federal Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb and a 13-member Nigerian delegation in Islamabad. The visiting delegation, led by Federal Commissioner Imo Effiong […]
Deputy PM Ishaq Dar Holds Talks with EU Council President Antonio Costa
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar met European Union Council President Antonio Costa in Brussels, where both sides reaffirmed their satisfaction with the upward momentum in Pakistan-EU relations. The meeting, according to the Foreign Office, highlighted growing cooperation across key political and economic areas. Dar acknowledged the European Union’s longstanding bilateral and multilateral […]
LHC Judge Shams Mahmood Mirza Resigns After 27th Amendment
Lahore High Court Justice Shams Mahmood Mirza has stepped down from his position, becoming the first LHC judge to resign following the passage of the 27th Constitutional Amendment. His resignation has been submitted to the president, marking a significant judicial development amid sweeping changes to Pakistan’s constitutional framework. Justice Mirza vacated his chamber shortly after […]
Industry Rejects Govt’s Power Package, Warns of Factory Closures
Pakistan’s industrial sector has voiced strong opposition to the government’s proposed incremental electricity consumption package, calling it unsustainable and damaging for production and exports. During a public hearing conducted by the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) on Tuesday, representatives from major business associations criticized the Power Division’s proposal to set a tariff of Rs. […]
Pakistan Reduces Power Sector Circular Debt by Rs800 Billion in One Year
In a significant achievement for Pakistan’s energy economy, the federal government, in collaboration with the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC), has successfully reduced the country’s power sector circular debt by Rs800 billion within a year, according to a report by 24NewsHD TV. As per official data, the circular debt — a long-standing challenge for Pakistan’s […]
Govt Fails to Tackle Smog as Air Quality in Lahore Remains Worst
Despite a series of anti-smog measures, the Punjab government has failed to make any noticeable improvement in the province’s deteriorating air quality, with Lahore once again topping the list of the world’s most polluted cities on Monday, reported 24NewsHD TV channel. According to real-time air quality data, Lahore’s Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at […]
Pakistan, Canada FMs Discuss Trade and Investment Cooperation
Ishaq Dar, Anita Anand reaffirm commitment to boost bilateral economic ties Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar on Thursday held a telephonic conversation with Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand, focusing on strengthening bilateral trade, investment, and economic collaboration, reported 24NewsHD TV channel. During the call, both sides discussed ways to deepen cooperation […]