Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar met on Friday with southern Punjab bar associations, urging legal professionals to restrict political activities to appropriate venues. The minister stressed the importance of maintaining judicial independence and professional standards within the legal community. Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif directed the resolution of court fee problems, which officials have addressed. The government also launched digital library initiatives and solar energy programs through provincial partnerships. Legal practitioners received assurances about continued government support for their professional needs.
Delegations from Multan High Court Bar Association and thirteen regional legal organizations attended the...
The Islamabad Express derailed Friday evening near Kala Shah Kaku while traveling from Lahore to Rawalpindi, injuring more than 25 passengers. Multiple carriages overturned near the Dekh Nullah area, creating emergency conditions that were worsened by darkness. The Federal Railways Minister immediately dispatched the CEO of Railways and the Divisional Superintendent to the accident site. Medical teams and rescue personnel received orders to provide urgent assistance to victims, though District Officer Rana Ijaz Ahmad reported visibility problems hampering operations. The minister demanded a formal investigation to determine derailment causes and ensure proper accountability.
Pakistan rejected Indian allegations during a weekly Foreign Office briefing. Spokesperson Shafqat Ali Khan accused India of making unsupported claims while refusing transparent investigations. Khan emphasized Pakistan's commitment to regional peace and stability as a responsible state.
The spokesperson addressed Middle Eastern developments and Palestinian issues. Pakistan supports a two-state solution and demands immediate cessation of Israeli military operations. These positions reflect the nation's broader foreign policy approach toward regional conflicts.
Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar completed diplomatic meetings in New York and Washington. As United Nations Security Council President, Dar presented Pakistani positions on July...
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government workers demonstrated outside the provincial assembly Thursday, seeking salary adjustments and pension policy changes. The employees demanded a thirty percent disparity allowance increase to match federal worker benefits. Their protest blocked Khyber Road completely, creating major traffic problems for citizens. Police deployed tear gas against the demonstrators when tensions rose. Protesters responded by throwing stones at officers before dispersing temporarily.
The workers have maintained their demands for multiple days, requesting equal treatment with federal employees. Economic inequality and benefit modifications have sparked widespread dissatisfaction among provincial staff members. This confrontation...
Pakistan will launch its inaugural ferry service after Federal Minister Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry issued immediate implementation orders. Director General Alia Shahid briefed the minister during Friday meetings held in the capital. The current six-month licensing timeline requires reduction to one month through Pakistan Single Window platform integration. Private sector involvement will receive support through flexible financial arrangements and streamlined market entry processes. Regulatory reforms aim to eliminate bureaucratic delays that currently hinder maritime transportation development.
Religious pilgrims traveling to Iran and Iraq represent the primary target market for this new transportation option. Annual pilgrim...
Federal Minister for National Food Security Rana Tanveer Hussain received Shah Ghulam Qadir for discussions regarding the Kashmir conflict. The minister confirmed Pakistan's unwavering dedication to presenting the Kashmir matter before international audiences. Hussain declared that Pakistan would persist in advocating for Kashmiri self-determination rights. The government will maintain its moral, political, and diplomatic assistance for the Kashmiri cause. Pakistan refuses to allow the suppression of freedom-seeking Kashmiri voices.
The minister emphasized effective international advocacy for the Kashmir dispute. Hussain designated August 5th as Youm-e-Istehsal, marking ongoing human rights abuses against Kashmiris. Pakistan will...
The International Mediation and Arbitration Centre partnered with Madina Foundation through a cooperation agreement at Pakistan's Law Ministry headquarters. Secretary Raja Naeem Akbar attended the ceremony and noted IMAC's achievement of training more than 600 professionals since December 2024. The participants represent judges, attorneys, government officials, and business executives across the nation. Pakistan faces significant judicial challenges with case delays and expensive legal procedures. Alternative Dispute Resolution provides faster and cheaper solutions for citizens seeking justice.
Project Director Aisha Rasool described the partnership as advancing dispute resolution at multiple community levels. Foundation Chairman...
The Benazir Income Support Programme celebrated students from low-income households who achieved exceptional academic results. Four young scholars received recognition for their outstanding board examination performances despite financial hardships. Hafiza Maryam Bibi earned first place at Multan Board while Hafiz Asad Raza secured third position at Bahawalpur Board. Momina Fatima ranked third at Multan Board and Mehwish achieved third place at Karak despite regional barriers to female education. These achievements demonstrate the effectiveness of educational stipend programs for disadvantaged communities.
Senator Rubina Khalid praised the students during the headquarters ceremony and emphasized their national significance. Secretary...
Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah opened the My Karachi exhibition at the Karachi Expo Center on Friday. The Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry organized the event that marks the start of Independence Day celebrations. Shah announced infrastructure projects worth 300 billion rupees currently transforming the city through the Karachi Mega Schemes. The chief minister revealed that Karachi will receive an additional 200 million gallons of water from Hub Dam by late 2025. Local Government Minister Saeed Ghani and Industries Minister Ikramullah Dharejo attended the ceremony.
The exhibition demonstrates Karachi's economic potential and business resilience according to the provincial leader. Transport improvements feature the...
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