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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif declared that the government will make no compromise on national defence. He praised the Pakistan Army for giving a firm response to hostile elements. Moreover, he said the country’s security remains the top priority.He stated that Pakistan’s defence can counter any aggressive move. The armed...

Pakistan has launched Operation Ghazab-ul-Haq following renewed escalation in Pakistan Afghanistan border clashes. Security officials state the action was initiated after alleged unprovoked firing from across the border.According to security sources, multiple sectors including Bajaur’s Nawagai and Tirah in Khyber witnessed intense exchanges. Pakistani forces responded with coordinated ground...

Pakistan’s energy sector has received fresh momentum after a major breakthrough in Sindh. OGDCL new oil and gas discovery has once again highlighted the company’s strong exploration efforts in the country.According to the spokesperson of Oil and Gas Development Company Limited, the Darus West-3 well is located in Tando...

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has praised the people of Lahore for celebrating Basant responsibly, calling their behavior a model of discipline and civic sense. She shared her views in a message posted on X, highlighting public cooperation.The Chief Minister stated that the continuation of Basant celebrations is a...

LAHORE – The city of Lahore is preparing for a historic night as Basant 2026 officially begins this evening, marking the long-awaited return of the traditional spring festival after nearly 20 years. Rooftops, parks, and public squares are set to glow with colour as kite-flying once again becomes the...

Punjab Information Minister Uzma Bukhari has appealed to the public to enjoy the responsible Basant celebration and to strictly observe safety measures.She said the Punjab government has finalized comprehensive rules to ensure the festival is celebrated in a secure and organized manner.According to Uzma Bukhari, traffic police have fitted...

Karachi: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast intermittent rain accompanied by thunderstorms in Karachi on Thursday.According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department, the weather is expected to remain dry over the next 24 hours, with cool conditions at night. However, intermittent rainfall with thunder and lightning is likely on...

Karachi: Renowned Islamic scholar Mufti Taqi Usmani has said that failing to control a fire in a city like Karachi is deeply troubling. He called it a serious question mark on the system.In a statement, Mufti Taqi Usmani questioned why timely help did not reach the victims of the...

In a significant step towards improving child health outcomes, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa has launched a province-wide Immunization Action Plan (IAP) aimed at achieving 90 per cent Full Immunization Coverage (FIC) for children by 2027. The initiative, targeting 12 vaccine-preventable diseases, reflects a renewed government commitment to tackling public health challenges, particularly in...

Former spokesperson of the Awami National Party (ANP), Samar Haroon Bilour, and Saeeda Jamshed Khan, Nargis Ali and Syed Sonia Hussain have submitted their nomination papers to the Election Commission for two reserved seats in the National Assembly. Speaking to the media on the occasion, Samar Haroon Bilour remarked, "Today...