Pakistan News
Zakat Department Approves Widow Support Card for Financial Assistance
The Zakat Department has approved the launch of a Widow Support Card aimed at providing direct financial assistance to widows. Officials confirmed that the program is scheduled to be rolled out later this month as part of broader welfare initiatives. Under the scheme, eligible widows will receive regular financial support funded through Zakat collections. The […]
Pakistan and Kazakhstan Set $1 Billion Trade Target to Strengthen Economic Ties
Pakistan and Kazakhstan have agreed on an ambitious goal to raise their bilateral trade volume to $1 billion, signaling a renewed push to deepen economic cooperation between the two countries. The commitment was highlighted during a high-profile state visit by Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to Islamabad, aimed at expanding trade, investment, and strategic collaboration. President […]
PIA Privatisation Agreement Signed in Islamabad, Marking Major Reform Milestone
An important step in Pakistan’s economic reform agenda was completed on Thursday as the privatisation agreement of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) was formally signed during a ceremony held in Islamabad. The development marks a significant milestone in the government’s efforts to restructure state-owned enterprises and improve their long-term sustainability. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif attended the […]
Punjab to Expand ‘Adopt-a-Park’ Scheme to Cities Across the Province
The Punjab government has decided to expand its “Adopt-a-Park” scheme to multiple cities across the province, following the program’s initial implementation in Lahore. The initiative is aimed at improving the condition of public parks while encouraging private sector and community participation in urban green space management. The decision was announced by Punjab Horticulture Authority (PHA) […]
Strict Guidelines Issued to Enforce Kite Flying Ban Across Rawalpindi
Authorities in Rawalpindi have stepped up efforts to strictly enforce the long-standing ban on kite flying, issuing detailed operational guidelines to curb the illegal activity ahead of seasonal spikes. A senior police official has approved a comprehensive 37-point directive aimed at ensuring zero tolerance against violators across the district. According to the instructions, police officers […]
PM Directs Pakistani Embassies Worldwide to Actively Facilitate Foreign Investors
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has instructed Pakistani embassies across the globe to take a proactive role in attracting and facilitating foreign investment, declaring investor support a top priority for the government. The directive underscores Pakistan’s renewed focus on economic growth through increased international engagement. The instructions were issued during the first review meeting of […]
Pakistan, ADB Sign Three Major Agreements to Boost Transport and Water Infrastructure
Pakistan has formalised three key agreements with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to accelerate major infrastructure initiatives in the transport and water resource sectors. The Ministry of Economic Affairs confirmed the development on Friday, describing the financing as a strategic boost to Pakistan’s ongoing development agenda. The agreements outline support for preparing the ML-1 Karachi […]
Verdict Reserved After KP CM Appears Before ECP in Haripur Poll Violation Case
The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has reserved its verdict on the maintainability objection raised by Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi after he personally appeared before the Commission on Tuesday in connection with alleged violations during the Haripur by-election. Afridi’s appearance comes amid accusations of threats to polling staff and claims that he breached […]
Pakistan, UK to boost cooperation on online harassment, human trafficking
Pakistan and the United Kingdom have agreed to strengthen joint efforts against online child harassment and human trafficking, marking a renewed phase of bilateral security coordination. The understanding was reached during a meeting between Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Graeme Biggar, Director General of the UK’s National Crime Agency (NCA). British High Commissioner Jane Marriott, […]
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 […]