Category: Pakistan
Government Establishes 5-Member Committee to Investigate May 9 Violence
The federal government has established a cabinet committee to investigate the incidents that occurred on May 9, 2023, during which violent PTI supporters attacked, vandalized, and set fire to public and private property. On the directive of caretaker Prime Minister Anwarul Haq Kakar, a notification for the formation of a five-member committee was issued. Caretaker…
Airline Safety Rankings: Assessing PIA’s Position Among the Top 25
AirlineRatings.com, a platform specializing in evaluating airline safety and product quality, has unveiled its latest assessment of the 25 most secure airlines globally, closely following the recent Japan Airlines incident in Tokyo. In Pakistan, there is curiosity about whether Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) managed to secure a position on this prestigious list. Geoffrey Thomas, the…
FBR Announces Taxation Plans for Retailers in Five Major Cities
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is set to impose taxes on retailers in five major cities, including Karachi, Islamabad, Lahore, Peshawar, and Quetta. Sources suggest that this move aims to generate approximately Rs100 billion in revenue from 3.5 million retailers in these cities. The FBR has prepared a scheme for this purpose, targeting retailers…
Supreme Court Expedites Resolution of Lifetime Disqualification Case
Chief Justice of Pakistan Qazi Faez Isa has announced the Supreme Court’s intention to expedite proceedings on the matter of lifetime disqualification to avoid confusion for returning officers, especially with the upcoming general elections scheduled in a little over a month. During a session of the seven-member larger bench, which included several justices, Attorney General…
COAS Acknowledges Pakistan Air Force’s Operational Readiness
Chief of Army Staff General Syed Asim Munir Commends Pakistan Air Force’s Operational Excellence During an induction and operationalization ceremony at a Pakistan Air Force (PAF) operational base, Chief of Army Staff General Syed Asim Munir praised the PAF’s operational preparedness and its integration of state-of-the-art weapon systems. The event, held on Tuesday, showcased the…
Murree Traffic Plan Issued For Snowfall Season 2024
To effectively manage the influx of incoming tourists to Murree, the traffic police have devised a comprehensive plan during the snowfall season. According to the traffic police’s plan, the entry of heavy vehicles has been banned into the city. Furthermore, specific points for car parking have also been designated. In case of emergency and to…
Jamshed Dasti burst into tears after alleging his wife was stripped, house thrashed during raid
Former lawmaker and PTI leader Jamshed Dasti breaks down into tears as he accused the CTD and intelligence agencies of raiding his house and harassing his wife and other family members. The outspoken politician shared a video from an unknown location, saying his house was raided by CTD and intelligence agencies where his wife was…
Pioneering Paths: Achievements of Pakistani Women in 2023 & Anticipated Trends for 2024
2023 Culminates with Milestones in Pakistan: Anticipating Progress in 2024 As Pakistan bids farewell to 2023, the nation is poised for elevated expectations in 2024, having witnessed numerous achievements in diverse sectors over the past year. A key highlight has been the groundbreaking endeavors of Pakistani women, breaking barriers and leaving an indelible mark on…
Mutual Disclosure: Pak-Ind Share Lists on Detainees & Nuclear Facilities
Pakistan and India Implement Consular Agreements: Prisoner and Nuclear Facility Lists Exchanged On Monday, the Foreign Office confirmed the exchange of lists containing details of prisoners held in each other’s custody and information regarding nuclear installations and facilities between Pakistan and India. The exchange of prisoner lists, in accordance with the Consular Access Agreement of…
SC Hearing on Lifetime Disqualification Case Scheduled for Tomorrow
Supreme Court to Address Lifetime Disqualification Case Tomorrow, Potentially Impacting Nawaz Sharif’s Election Eligibility The Supreme Court is set to deliberate on the matter of lifetime disqualification for lawmakers on Tuesday, which could have implications for Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader Nawaz Sharif’s eligibility to participate in the upcoming general elections scheduled for February 8….