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Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) leader Maulana Fazlur Rehman has strongly criticised the practice of granting extensions to military officials, calling it a “flawed” policy that should apply equally to parliament. Addressing the National Assembly, he recalled how past military extensions were pushed through under pressure and questioned why such a privilege is not extended to lawmakers. […]
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) reduced its policy rate by 200 basis points to 17.5% on Thursday, as headline and core inflation saw a sharper-than-expected decline over the last two months. The rate cut will be effective from September 13, 2024. The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the SBP attributed this decision to falling […]
Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has strongly condemned the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur’s announcement to hold direct talks with Afghanistan, labelling it as an attack on the federation. Addressing the National Assembly, Asif stated that no province has the authority to conduct foreign negotiations independently, calling the move a “direct assault on […]
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) foudning chairman Imran Khan has expressed his dissatisfaction with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur’s remarks regarding journalists. In an informal conversation with journalists at Adiala Jail, Imran Khan was met with protests over Gandapur’s recent statement. Responding to the concerns, Khan acknowledged that Gandapur’s comments were inappropriate and that he had spoken […]
Listen to article Shagufta Ijaz, a prominent figure in Pakistani television, is mourning the loss of her husband, Yahya Siddiqui, who has passed away after a prolonged struggle with cancer. Shagufta confirmed the tragic news through an Instagram post, sharing a heartfelt message with her followers. “My husband Yahya Siddiqui has passed away. Kindly recite Surah Fatiha […]
ISLAMABAD: The government on Wednesday withdrew a proposal to establish a new Export Processing Zone (EPZ) in Balochistan, complying with a condition set by the International Monetary Fund (IMF), highlighting the global lender’s growing influence over the country’s economic decision-making. The Ministry of Industry and Production had initially pushed for the creation of the EPZ […]
FIA files case against Imran Riaz over anti-judiciary campaign on social media | The Express Tribune
RAWALPINDI: The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has registered a case against journalist and YouTuber Imran Riaz Khan for allegedly running an anti-judiciary campaign on social media, Express News reported on Wednesday. The case was filed by the FIA Cyber Crime Circle in Islamabad, naming seven individuals, including Imran Riaz, for their involvement in the online […]
Defense Housing Authority (DHA) City Karachi marked Pakistan’s Defence and Martyrs Day on Wednesday with a ground-breaking ceremony for infrastructural development in Sector 3, including Sub Sectors C, D, and E. This expansion project highlights DHA City’s commitment to providing world-class living standards while honouring the sacrifices of Pakistan’s martyrs. The event was led by […]
An earthquake jolted parts of Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhw province on Tuesday. Tremors were reported in Lahore,, Islamabad, Peshawar, Malakand, Multan, Chiniot, Bhakkar, Lakki Marwat, Swat, South Waziristan, Chitral, Chakwal, Kamalia, Hafizabad, Gujrat, Sargodha, Pakpattan, Mianwali, Kasur, Dera Ghazi Khan, Layyah, Sheikhupura, Okara, Faisalabad and other areas. The epicentre of the magnitude 5.7 earthquake was […]
LAHORE: The Lahore High Court’s (LHC) division bench on Tuesday overturned a previous order from a single bench that had declared the appointment of Lt General Munir Afsar as chairman of the NADRA illegal and unlawful. The division bench restored Lt General Afsar to his position. The bench, led by Justice Ch Muhammad Iqbal, addressed […]