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Rawalpindi and Islamabad locked down ahead of Iran-US talks

Massive security deployed for foreign delegations as authorities prepare for high-level diplomatic visits Pakistani flags displayed in front of the President’s House, as Pakistan prepares to host the United States and Iran for the second phase of peace talks in Islamabad, April 18, 2026. Photo: Reuters Extraordinary security arrangements have been put in place in

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Bushra Bibi asks IHC to make urgent decision on bail application, citing medical issues

Alleges that the repeated adjournments caused harm to the applicant and defeated the purpose of the interim measures. Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi. Photo: File Bushra Bibi, wife of incarcerated Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan, on Saturday filed a supplementary petition in the Islamabad High Court seeking an early decision on her

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Prime Minister Shehbaz returns after Antalya Diplomatic Forum and Gulf visits

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif returns to Pakistan after a three-country tour. PHOTO: Pakistan’s peace efforts in the current regional and global context remained in focus during Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s three-country tour of Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Turkey amid tensions in the Middle East, the government said on Saturday. The Prime Minister’s tour included visits

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Sikh yatrees return home praising Pakistan’s hospitality

2,238 pilgrims participated in rites at key gurdwaras, praying for peace, harmony and ties between Pakistan and India The Vesakhi celebrations, organized by the Evacuee Trust Property Board (ETPB), included religious and cultural events. PHOTO: EXPRESS NEWS Indian Sikh pilgrims return home after completing their religious visit to Pakistan, taking away positive impressions of hospitality,

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Endangered vultures bounce across Punjab habitats

Large number of Eurasian griffon vultures spotted in Toba Tharo Lal, attracting attention of experts The vulture sighting has attracted the attention of wildlife experts, who described it as a significant development. PHOTO: EXPRESS NEWS LAHORE: Endangered vultures have started reappearing in Punjab’s natural habitats, following conservation efforts by the wildlife department. According to details,

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Pakistan launches 2026 pre-Hajj operations with departure of flights from Karachi and Lahore

LAHORE: The Hajj 2026 operation began on Saturday as the first flight carrying 160 pilgrims took off from Jinnah International Airport in Karachi as part of the Road to Makkah initiative, according to the state television channel. Pakistani television reported. Sindh Governor Nehal Hashmi along with other dignitaries attended the ceremony and greeted the Hajj

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Government cuts jet fuel price by Rs 23 per liter amid easing tensions in Middle East

A Lufthansa Airbus 380 refueling at Frankfurt Airport on July 12, 2013. PHOTO: REUTERS The government on Saturday reduced the price of jet fuel by Rs 23 per liter following the easing of tensions in the Middle East. A day earlier, the government had reduced the price of high-speed diesel (HSD) by up to Rs

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CDF Munir and Naqvi conclude their visit to Tehran, call for peace in the region

The Marshal conveyed the sincere greetings and best wishes of the President, Prime Minister and people of Pakistan. CDF Munir meets Iranian leaders. PHOTO: EXPRESS Chief of Defense Force (CDF) and Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Asim Munir, accompanied by Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and a delegation, concluded a three-day official visit to

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FPSC notifies 327 publications for CSS 2025

169 seats were allocated on merit, with additional quotas reserved for different segments of society Federal Public Service Commission building in Islamabad. Photo: File ISLAMABAD: The Federal Public Service Commission (FPSC) has released Senior Central Services (CSS) vacancies 2025, while sources say there is a strong possibility that the results will be announced on Saturday

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