News

Corruption case claims investigation into rape of cleaning lady

RAWALPINDI: The investigating officer of Sadiqabad police station, who was probing the alleged rape case of a 13-year-old domestic worker, has been suspended from duty for allegedly declaring the real accused innocent and falsely implicating a domestic worker. The victim is believed to be seven months pregnant. Sub-inspector Taimoor Waqar was suspended and ordered to […]

Corruption case claims investigation into rape of cleaning lady Read More »

PM hails NAB transformation

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday formally reviewed the performance of the National Accountability Bureau and appreciated its transformation into a technology-driven institution. He praised the integration of modern technologies, including the use of artificial intelligence in investigations. National Accountability Bureau (NAB) Chairman Lt Gen (R) Nazir Ahmed called on him at the

PM hails NAB transformation Read More »

Punjab keep firm grip on Basant ropes

LAHORE: LAHORE With Basant set to return under close surveillance, authorities have decided to close the celebration tightly, banning kites carrying political, religious or provocative images after photographs of kites bearing images of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan surfaced on social media, sparking concerns over law and order at a politically sensitive time. With

Punjab keep firm grip on Basant ropes Read More »

US reaffirms commitment to Pakistan

Chargé d’Affaires Baker highlights shared democratic values ​​and strategic collaboration Acting U.S. Ambassador to Pakistan Natalie Baker. Photo: (file) ISLAMABAD: The United States reaffirmed its long-term commitment to Pakistan, describing the country as a critical partner for decades to come, in a statement marking America’s approaching 250th birthday in 2026. In the statement, Natalie Baker,

US reaffirms commitment to Pakistan Read More »

IHC extends suspension of Council of Islamic Ideology opinion in Engineer Mirza blasphemy case

Engineer religious scholar Mirza Muhammad Ali. Photo: File ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court on Wednesday extended its order suspending the notice of the Council of Islamic Ideology finding engineer Muhammad Ali Mirza guilty of blasphemy till April 7 and sought the assistance of the Attorney General in the next hearing. Justice Mohsin Akhtar Kayani heard

IHC extends suspension of Council of Islamic Ideology opinion in Engineer Mirza blasphemy case Read More »

MPs victims of online scam

ISLAMABAD: More than a dozen parliamentarians, including senators and MPs, were victims of cyber fraud involving hundreds of thousands of rupees, online harassment and identity theft, a parliamentary committee said on Tuesday. National Cyber ​​Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) officials briefed lawmakers on a growing wave of online fraud targeting public officials during a meeting of

MPs victims of online scam Read More »

Frosty winter tightens barriers amid fresh rains and snowfall

Fresh snowfall transforms Quetta’s rugged terrain into a stark winter landscape, with travelers moving along a snow-lined road. Photo: NNI ISLAMABAD: A powerful westerly weather system has tightened its grip on Pakistan, plunging temperatures below freezing in many northern areas, causing widespread snow, rain and landslides, blocking roads, disrupting electricity supplies and paralyzing daily life

Frosty winter tightens barriers amid fresh rains and snowfall Read More »

Court orders arrest of ex-ISI chief Faiz Hameed’s brother after canceling bail

ISLAMABAD: A special court on Wednesday passed a written order canceling the bail of Najaf Hameed, the brother of former Director General of Inter-Services Intelligence Lt Gen (retd) Faiz Hameed, and ordered his arrest. The written order was issued two days after the court announced its decision. FIA Central Special Judge Shah Rukh Arjumand delivered

Court orders arrest of ex-ISI chief Faiz Hameed’s brother after canceling bail Read More »

NA committee debates migrant rights

. National Assembly. Photo: File ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly’s Standing Committee on Interior on Tuesday postponed the Pakistan Citizenship Bill 2025 after lengthy deliberations, seeking views from relevant authorities before moving ahead. During the session, held in Parliament under the chairmanship of Raja Khurram Nawaz, committee members and officials aired their differences on key issues,

NA committee debates migrant rights Read More »

Scroll to Top