The meeting also decided to establish common windows and introduce a unified single-point monitoring system. ISLAMABAD: The government has decided to install modern machines at airports to improve the screening process and make it easier for passengers to operate through a one-stop shop. The decision was taken on Wednesday at a special meeting chaired by […]
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Iranian envoy meets PM as fate of talks hangs in the balance, meeting comes at critical time Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif shakes hands with Iran’s Ambassador to Pakistan Dr Reza Amiri Moghadam during a meeting in Islamabad. PHOTO: ONLINE ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Wednesday stepped up its behind-the-scenes and overt diplomatic efforts to revive the stalled
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Authorities indicate that there will be 1 case of polio in 2026 compared to 74 in 2024 and 31 in 2025, which shows a sharp decline nationally. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chaired a high-level meeting on polio eradication on April 22, 2026 in Islamabad. PHOTO: APPLICATION ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday reaffirmed the
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The Minister of the Interior says that a unified control system on a single scanner will save a lot of time The government on Wednesday decided to introduce a single-point screening system at airports to improve passenger comfort and reduce delays. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi chaired a high-level meeting in Islamabad aimed at developing a
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The Apex Court introduces e-hearings, e-filing and SOPs for uninterrupted, faster and more transparent delivery of justice. ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court on Wednesday said it has set a new benchmark in digital justice, reaffirming its commitment to a user-friendly, transparent and technology-driven justice system. In an official statement, the court said hearings were successfully held
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No main roads in Rawalpindi have been completely closed, although the police presence remains strong and checks continue. A Pakistani police officer diverts bikers from a road leading to the Serena Hotel, as Pakistan prepares to host the United States and Iran for the second phase of peace talks in Islamabad on April 22, 2026.
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Prime Minister Shehbaz orders efforts to accelerate adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in the country to be intensified A meeting chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif was held in Islamabad to review the promotion of electric vehicles (EVs) in the country. PHOTO: PID Government employees up to 16th grade will get e-bikes on easy installments,
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The meeting comes after Trump extended the ceasefire last night at the request of PM Shehbaz and CDF Munir Iranian Ambassador Reza Amiri Moghadam with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on April 22, 2026. Photo: PMO/X Iranian Ambassador Reza Amiri Moghadam visited Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday and discussed the current regional situation following the
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FM Dar highlights importance of dialogue and diplomacy for peaceful resolution of conflicts Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar meets British High Commissioner Jane Marriott. PHOTO: MoFA/X British High Commissioner Jane Marriott on Wednesday welcomed and supported Pakistan’s “facilitative role in bringing the United States and Iran to the negotiating table” during a meeting with Deputy Prime
KARACHI: A sharp rise in fuel prices has significantly increased the cost of boat construction in coastal areas of Karachi, including Ibrahim Hyderi, placing additional financial pressure on the community. According to local boat builders, the cost of building a standard fishing boat has increased from Rs 500,000 to Rs 700,000, while the cost of
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