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PML-N's Iftikhar Gilani sworn in as 17th prime minister of AJK

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader Iftikhar Gilani has been sworn in as the 17th prime minister of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK).

August 28, 2026
Published in Jammu & Kashmir

CDF Munir stresses fact-based thinking among youth amid social media propaganda

Field Marshal Munir stresses fact-based thinking among youth amid social media propaganda

Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Asim Munir has stressed the need for youth to adopt fact-based analysis to play a meaningful role in society, the Inter-Services Public…

August 28, 2026
Published in National News

PM Shehbaz calls for deepening economic ties with 'strategic partner' Saudi Arabia

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has stressed the need for "strategic partners" Pakistan and Saudi Arabia to deepen economic and agriculture ties.

August 28, 2026
Published in National News

PML-N's Iftikhar Gilani elected 17th AJK prime minister

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) candidate Iftikhar Gilani was elected the 17th prime minister of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) on Friday, securing 30 votes in the legislative assembly.

August 28, 2026
Published in Jammu & Kashmir

Balochistan Govt announces bounties on nine highly wanted female terrorists

Balochistan government has announced bounties on nine highly wanted female terrorists linked to Fitna al Hindustan.

August 27, 2026
Published in Balochistan

Nawaz Sharif names Iftikhar Gilani as PML-N's AJK premier candidate

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) President Nawaz Sharif on Thursday nominated Barrister Syed Iftikhar Ali Gilani as the party’s candidate for the office of prime minister of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK).

August 27, 2026
Published in Jammu & Kashmir

Pakistan, Kuwait reaffirm resolve to strengthen defence ties

Pakistan and Kuwait have reaffirmed their resolve to further consolidate their historic and brotherly relations into a strong, enduring and mutually beneficial defence partnership.

August 27, 2026
Published in National News

PM Shehbaz lauds Saudi Arabia's pivotal role in promoting regional peace

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed Pakistan's deep appreciation for Saudi Arabia's steadfast support and generous assistance to Pakistan, and its pivotal role in promoting peace and stability in the region.

August 27, 2026
Published in National News

Pakistan, Kuwait sign Protocol Agreement-2026

Pakistan and Kuwait have signed the "Protocol Agreement-2026" to significantly enhance the existing military cooperation framework established under the "Defence Cooperation Agreement-2023."

August 27, 2026
Published in National News

Naqvi directs for decisive crackdown against human trafficking

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has directed for a decisive crackdown on human trafficking networks and hawala-hundi mafia.

August 27, 2026
Published in National News

Pakistan, US agree to enhance cooperation in combating organized crime

United States Charge D'affaires Natalie Baker called on Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi in Islamabad today.

August 25, 2026
Published in National News

Pakistan seeks strategic economic partnership with KSA: PM Shehbaz

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif says Pakistan is keen to elevate its economic relationship with Saudi Arabia into a mutually beneficial strategic economic partnership in line with the vision of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

August 25, 2026
Published in National News

Islamabad, Tehran discuss Hormuz reopening, 'expedited' end to Iran-US conflict

Pakistan and Iran held discussions on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and bringing an "expedited termination" of the US-Iran conflict in the Middle East, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Tuesday.

August 25, 2026
Published in National News

Imran hospital transfer: SC registrar admits contempt plea after PTI addresses objections

The Supreme Court registrar's office on Tuesday admitted a contempt of court plea filed by the sister of jailed Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan over his hospital transfer.

August 25, 2026
Published in National News

PML-N bags six, PPP secures two reserved seats in AJK Legislative Assembly

The Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) won six of eight reserved seats in the Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) Legislative Assembly on Monday, while the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) secured the remaining two women's seats.

August 24, 2026
Published in Balochistan

Field Marshal Munir, Mohsin Naqvi meet Iranian security czar amid peace efforts

Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir met Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni in Tehran on Monday after arriving in the Iranian capital for talks on…

August 24, 2026
Published in National News

Iran will not allow war to end on aggressor’s terms: FM spox

Iran will not allow the war to end on terms dictated by the party that initiated the aggression, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei says, stressing Tehran’s determination to defend its territorial integrity and national sovereignty.

August 24, 2026
Published in National News

PM Shehbaz, Sindh CM discuss ongoing development projects in province

Chief Minister Sindh Syed Murad Ali Shah called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad today.

August 24, 2026
Published in National News

Moody's upgrades Pakistan's sovereign credit rating from CAA1 to B3

Global rating agency Moody's has upgraded Pakistan's sovereign credit rating from CAA1 to B3.

August 24, 2026
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President calls for integrated development of Keti Bunder Port

President Asif Ali Zardari has called for integrated development of Keti Bunder Port with focus on connectivity and local livelihoods.

August 24, 2026
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JI announces nationwide shutter-down strike after 12th Rabi ul Awal over fuel levy

Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Pakistan Emir Hafiz Naeemur Rehman on Sunday announced a nationwide shutter-down strike after 12th Rabi ul Awal, as the party's sit-ins in provincial capitals over the petroleum levy entered their eighth day.

August 23, 2026
Published in National News