A delegation of Pakistan People’s Party, led by its Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, called on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif in Lahore today (Sunday). During the meeting, they discussed overall political and economic situation of the country. Speaking on the occasion, the Prime Minister said that PPP is an important coalition partner of the government, and it has always supported the government’s economic policies aimed at bringing prosperity to the country. The Pakistan Peoples Party delegation praised the government’s economic policies. The delegation expressed full confidence in the government’s policies…
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President, PM reaffirm Pakistan’s support for Kashmiri people
In their messages on the occasion of “Kashmir Black Day” today, President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have said that Pakistan will stand shoulder-to-shoulder with its Kashmiri brothers and sisters until they achieve their inalienable right to self-determination. The President urged the international community to pressurize India to halt its human rights’ abuses in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir, alleviate the suffering of Kashmiris and implement UN Security Council resolutions. He strongly condemned India’s ongoing atrocities in IIOJ&K and reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering moral, diplomatic, and political…
Read MoreKashmiris observing Black Day today
Kashmiris on both sides of the Line of Control and world over are observing Black Day today to send a message of rejecting India’s illegal occupation of their homeland. It was on October 27, 1947 that Indian troops invaded Jammu and Kashmir in blatant violation of the Partition Plan and occupied region against the will of the Kashmiri people. The day is being marked by a complete shutdown in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir. Protest marches, rallies, and seminars will be held in Pakistan and across the globe. In…
Read MorePakistan Condemns Israeli Aggression Against Iran, Urges Restraint for Regional Peace
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has strongly condemned the recent act of Israeli aggression against Iran. In a post on his X handle, he said such actions threaten not only regional peace and stability but also violate principles of sovereignty and international law. The Prime Minister said Pakistan stands with Iran and its other neighbours in pursuit of peace. He urged all parties to act with restraint to avoid further escalation. Meanshile, Pakistan’s Foreign Office also strongly condemns Israel’s strikes against Islamic Republic of Iran in the early hours today. In…
Read MoreIsrael launched strikes on Iran
Israel said on Saturday it had struck military targets inside Iran in response to earlier Iranian attacks, again raising fears that the long-running confrontation between the two powerful militaries could escalate into an all-out regional war that draws in the United States. The Israeli military said it had targeted Iranian missile manufacturing sites and aerial defense systems in what appeared to be a highly calculated response that avoided critical energy infrastructure, such as oil fields and nuclear facilities. Calling the strikes a “clear violation” of international law, Iran’s foreign ministry…
Read MoreJustice Yahya Afridi sworn in as CJP
Justice Yahya Afridi took oath as the 30th Chief Justice of Pakistan today. President Asif Ali Zardari administered oath to him at a ceremony at Aiwan-e-Sadr in Islamabad. The President and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif who was also present on the occasion, felicitated Justice Yahya Afridi on his elevation as the Chief Justice of Pakistan. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif extended his best wishes to the new Chief Justice of Pakistan saying his experience, wisdom and legal knowledge will guide the judiciary in delivering justice and strengthening the rule of law. The…
Read MoreFull Court Reference held at SC in Islamabad
Full Court Reference in the honour of outgoing Chief Justice of Pakistan, Justice Qazi Faez Isa was held at Supreme Court of Pakistan in Islamabad today. The outgoing Chief Justice of Pakistan, Justice Qazi Faez Isa, the Chief Justice of Pakistan-designate, Justice Yahya Afridi, judges of the Supreme Court, ad-hoc judges, judges of the Shariat Appellate Court, representatives of the Bar Associations legal fraternity and senior lawyers attended the Full Court Reference. The Speakers including Chief Justice of Pakistan-designate, Justice Yahya Afridi, Attorney General for Pakistan Mansoor Usman Awan, Vice…
Read MorePSX rise shows investors’ confidence in govt’s policies: PM
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has felicitated the entire nation on the bullish trend at Pakistan Stock Exchange which has crossed historic 90 thousand points at the 100-index. In a statement on Friday, he said this sharp upswing in the stock market after 14 years is the result of tireless work of the government’s economic team. The Prime Minister said it reflects the confidence of investors in government’s policies. He lauded the economic team for the 36 percent increase in the stock market since March this year, drop in inflation…
Read MorePresident, PM condemn terrorist attack in D.I Khan
President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif have strongly condemned the terrorist attack in Dera Ismail Khan. In a statement, the President expressed grief over the martyrdom of ten FC soldiers in terrorist attack in Dera Ismail Khan. He lauded the patriotic spirit and bravery of the soldiers and prayed for high ranks of the martyred and patience for the bereaved families. In his statement, the Prime Minister paid rich tribute to the FC personnel who bravely fought the Khawarij terrorists in Dera Ismail Khan. He also…
Read MoreTen FC soldiers embrace martyrdom in D.I Khan
Ten soldiers of the Frontier Constabulary have embraced martyrdom when Khawarij terrorists launched an attack on an FC checkpoint in Darazinda, Dera Ismail Khan. During the assault, terrorists targeted the Zam FC checkpoint using heavy weaponry. According to a spokesperson from the Ministry of Interior, the FC soldiers stood firm and courageously fought back, ultimately sacrificing their lives to protect the checkpoint and thwart the terrorists’ assault. Among the martyrs, six soldiers hailed from South Waziristan, while four were from the Karak district. Three FC personnel were also wounded during…
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