ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court has held that the services of a workman cannot be terminated nor can a workman be removed from service, discharged, dismissed or terminated except by a written order explicitly stating the reason for the action taken. A three-judge bench of the apex court headed by Justice Muhammad Ali Mazahar, while upholding […]
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Ali Ardeshir Larijani, Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, meets with Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir at the headquarters in Rawalpindi. Photo: PPI ISLAMABAD: Iran on Wednesday offered Pakistan a “blank check” to resolve issues with India and Afghanistan, an unusual and rare show of support in the face of
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An additional note in the judgment upheld the conviction and presented the crime as symptomatic of a change in social behavior. ISLAMABAD: Justice Ali Baqar Najafi called the Noor Mukadam murder case a product of a “vice” taking root in society, which he termed a “living relationship” – apparently referring to living relationships. His remarks,
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. LAHORE: Another petition has been filed in the Lahore High Court, challenging the 27th constitutional amendment, strengthening the growing legal opposition to the controversial amendment. Citizen Asbah Kamran submitted the constitutional petition, naming the President of Pakistan, Parliament and Senate as respondents through their respective secretaries. In the petition, the petitioner argues that the
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. ISLAMABAD: The Senate Standing Committee on Economic Affairs demanded full details of delays, expenditure and current status of the Sindh dam improvement project, as lawmakers questioned funding decisions, project transfers and years-long administrative errors. The committee met on Wednesday under the chairmanship of Senator Saifullah Abro. Officials of the Economic Affairs Division (EAD) briefed
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. ISLAMABAD: The sessions of the Senate and the National Assembly will be held today (Thursday), respectively at 4 p.m. and 5 p.m. The Senate’s seven-point agenda was also released. Senator Ali Zafar will present the report of the Standing Committee on Information and Broadcasting regarding the safety of journalists, an issue raised earlier by
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Commission Chair Sumira Shams highlights importance of accurate and timely documentation for effective policymaking Dr Sumira Shams, Chairperson, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Commission on the Status of Women. Photo: facebook.com/kpcsw.gov.pk/ The Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Commission on the Status of Women reviewed several laws, policy initiatives and proposed recommendations, including incorporating inheritance rights into the policy, ensuring implementation of existing laws,
DPO Bajaur Waqas Rafiq said police have launched a thorough investigation to determine the circumstances leading to the blast Security personnel stand guard near the site of the explosion in Bajaur, July 30, 2023. Photo: File A tragic explosion occurred in Jannat Shah area of Khar Tehsil, Bajaur, under the jurisdiction of Loi Sam police
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Automates monitoring of 19 traffic violations, with Challan notices sent directly to vehicle owners Rawalpindi has officially introduced and enforced an e-challan system for traffic violations. In just four days, 600 challans were issued for various traffic violations. According to Rana Abdul Wahab of SSP Safe City Rawalpindi, more than 2,100 cameras across 360 locations
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Public Relations Spokesperson Says Passengers Will Now Enjoy Comfortable and Luxurious Travel Pakistan Railways has announced a notable reduction in fares for passengers opting for luxury travel. New luxury coach fares have been significantly reduced to make premium travel more accessible, according to a railway spokesperson. The spokesperson revealed that the fare of luxury coaches
