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ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said the government is working with determination to ensure that support, skills and decent livelihood opportunities are within reach of every Pakistani. In an X post on the occasion of International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, he said these efforts are aimed at…

ISLAMABAD: President of the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) Mohammad Zikria Akbar Zia has called for transforming Pakistan’s youth potential into productive economic opportunities through entrepreneurship, innovation, and business startups. Zia stated this while addressing the Business Idea Competition 2026 ceremony held here on Saturday. The event was…

ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister (DPM/FM) Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar met with the Prime Minister of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) here on Saturday. The two leaders exchanged views on the development of AJK and the importance of sustained efforts to promote economic growth and social progress. They emphasized the…

ISLAMABAD: A local court on Saturday could not record the statements of prosecution witnesses in an audio leak case against former Khyber Pakhtunkhwa chief minister Ali Amin Gandapur due to the accused’s non-appearance. Additional District and Sessions Judge Hakim Khan Bakhar adjourned the hearing until November 27 after being informed…

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has paid tributes to the martyrs of the Karsaz tragedy, saying that October 18 is a black day in Pakistan’s history, when a cowardly attempt was made to target Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto through terrorism on her return to her homeland.…

ISLAMABAD: The Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) held that the principle of “equal pay for equal work” or the broader constitutional guarantee of equality cannot be invoked without first establishing that the persons claiming parity are similarly placed in all material respects. “Mere commonality of department, establishment or employer is not…

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and China have launched their first joint military exercise, “Karakoram 2026,” in Korla, Xinjiang, aimed at strengthening counterterrorism cooperation, enhancing operational coordination and improving combat capabilities between the two armed forces. The opening ceremony of the exercise was held in Korla, where troops from both countries began specialised…

ISLAMABAD: An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) on Saturday sent former Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) Chief Minister Khalid Khurshid to jail on judicial remand in a case registered against him and others in connection with the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) November 26 protest. Police produced Khurshid before ATC Judge Abul Hasanat Muhammad Zulqarnain to seek…

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced plans to convene a national sports conference to formulate a strategy for reviving Pakistan’s sporting glory and strengthening its presence in international competitions. Addressing a ceremony held here on Saturday in honour of Pakistani athletes who won medals at the Asian Games, the…

ISLAMABAD: Secretary General of the Pakistan Peoples Party Parliamentarians (PPP-P) Syed Nayyer Hussain Bukhari has paid glowing tribute to the martyrs of the Karsaz tragedy, saying that the martyrs of democracy are the pride of the nation and an enduring symbol of sacrifice for democratic ideals. Bukhari said in his…

ISLAMABAD: An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) on Saturday expressed displeasure over the repeated failure to produce the case record in a case registered against human rights lawyer Imaan Zainab Mazari and her husband, advocate Hadi Ali Chattha, warning that the responsible police officers would face imprisonment if the record was not…

An anti-terrorism court (ATC) on Saturday summoned the Islamabad police chief and issued show-cause notices to two police officials over the continued failure to produce the case record in the security breach case against lawyer Imaan Zainab Mazari-Hazir and her spouse, Hadi Ali Chattha. The case pertains to the alleged…

Pakistani actor and model Imran Abbas has revealed that he has stepped away from television acting over the past two to three years and is now focusing on real estate and construction projects in Islamabad. The actor recently appeared via telephone on a private television programme hosted by Mishi Khan,…

Associated Press Of Pakistan DHO intensifies disease surveillance The District Health Office Islamabad has intensified field surveillance to ensure the timely detection of communicable diseases and prevent their spread, alongside health awareness activities in schools to protect children from preventable illnesses. This post DHO intensifies disease surveillance first appeared on…

Gas shutdown alert issued for Islamabad

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has fixed the appeals filed by lawyers Imaan Mazari and Hadi Ali Chattha on Monday in the case involving the removal of barriers, 24NewsHD TV reported on Saturday.

France’s Astrid Cirotte staged an impressive comeback to defeat Thailand’s Kamonwan Yodpetch and win the women’s singles title at the second leg of the W-15 Islamabad Junaid Family Foundation World Tennis Women’s Championships 2026, 24NewsHD TV reported on Saturday.

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar chaired a meeting in Islamabad today to review preparations for the forthcoming Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) Council of Ministers meeting, to be held in Islamabad on the 15th and 16th of next month.

Associated Press Of Pakistan Federal Minister Syed Imran Ahmad Shah meets Mr. Halil Demir, Founder and CEO of Zakat Foundation of America, at the Ministry of Poverty Alleviation and Social Safety, Islamabad, to discuss cooperation in poverty alleviation and social welfare This post Federal Minister Syed Imran Ahmad Shah meets…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is scheduled to inaugurate the new 167-bed Margalla Hospital in Islamabad this week, which will offer… Read More The post Islamabad to Get a New 167-Bed Hospital to Offer Free Treatment appeared first on ProPakistani.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has promised equal opportunities for talented athletes across Pakistan. He stressed that young players need better training, resources and support to achieve greater success in sports. Speaking at a ceremony in Islamabad, the prime minister congratulated athletes who won medals at the Asian Games. Pakistani players…

Associated Press Of Pakistan Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif distributes reward cheques amongst the medal winners of the Asian Games APP09-171026 ISLAMABAD This post Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif distributes reward cheques amongst the medal winners of the Asian Games first appeared on Associated Press Of Pakistan and owns the…

Rejects police request for 30-day physical remand in case over Nov 26 protest

Issues show-cause notices to SP, DSP for failure to produce case record

Traffic diversions announced in Islamabad for cricket teams’ movement

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has dismissed petitions seeking regularisation of teaching staff and computer teachers working in federal government… Read More The post Bad News for Teachers Seeking Regularization appeared first on ProPakistani.

Associated Press Of Pakistan Diplomacy must adapt to evolving global landscape: FS Asim Iftikhar ISLAMABAD, Oct 17 (APP): Foreign Secretary Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, Saturday, said that diplomacy was evolving beyond traditional statecraft to meet a changing world and emphasized that economic and public diplomacy, strategic communication, and emerging technologies are…

Associated Press Of Pakistan IHRA assesses Life Care Int’l Hospital for licensing ISLAMABAD, Oct 17 (APP):The Islamabad Healthcare Regulatory Authority (IHRA) has conducted a licensing assessment of Life Care International Hospital to evaluate its compliance with prescribed healthcare standards and requirements for patient safety and quality of care. During the…

Associated Press Of Pakistan DPM/FM Dar chairs meeting to review preparations for Maldives President’s upcoming visit ISLAMABAD, Oct 17 (APP):Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Saturday, chaired a meeting to review preparations for the forthcoming visit of the President of the Maldives to Pakistan. The meeting reviewed the…

Associated Press Of Pakistan DPM/FM Dar, AJK PM discuss development, sustained efforts to promote economic growth ISLAMABAD, Oct 17 (APP):Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar and Prime Minister of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) Syed Iftikhar Gilani, Saturday, exchanged views on the development of AJK and the importance…

Federal Minister for National Health Services Mustafa Kamal has reviewed preparations for the inauguration of Margalla Hospital in Islamabad, which will operate under a philanthropic partnership with Indus Hospital and Health Network, reported 24NewsHD TV on Saturday.

Associated Press Of Pakistan NCCIA DG Rizvi holds meeting with additional director Islamabad to review cybercrime complaints ISLAMABAD, Oct 17 (APP):Director General National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi on Saturday held a meeting with Additional Director Islamabad Muhammad Shoaib Khan to review ongoing operations and measures…

Associated Press Of Pakistan PM vows expanded support for athletes, announces National Sports Conference ISLAMABAD, Oct 17 (APP): Emphasizing the need to nurture domestic talent for global competitions, Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, Saturday, called for unhindered access to training and resources for young athletes across the country. Speaking at…

Associated Press Of Pakistan Govt committed to poverty eradication, social protection: Minister ISLAMABAD, Oct 17 (APP):Federal Minister for Poverty Alleviation and Social Safety, Syed Imran Ahmad Shah Saturday reaffirmed the government’s commitment to protecting the dignity of citizens, reducing poverty in all its dimensions and ensuring equal opportunities for a…

Associated Press Of Pakistan SIFC coordinates nationwide reforms to simplify doing business ISLAMABAD, Oct 17 (APP):The Prime Minister’s Coordination Committee on Ease of Doing Business met at the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) to finalise the reform programme aimed at simplifying business procedures and strengthening Pakistan’s investment environment. The meeting…

Human rights lawyer Imaan Mazari with her husband and fellow lawyer Hadi Ali Chattha, during a court hearing in Islamabad on December 5, 2025. — AFPJudge expresses displeasure over delay in case record.ATC summons Islamabad IGP over IO's absence.Court adjourns hearing until November...

Associated Press Of Pakistan Pakistan needs resilient, affordable housing to address growing urbanization challenges: UN-Habitat DPM Hina Durrani ISLAMABAD, Oct 17 (APP):Deputy Programme Manager (DPM) UN-Habitat Pakistan Hamid Mumtaz Khan has said that Pakistan needs affordable, adequate and climate-resilient housing solutions to address its growing housing deficit, rapid urbanization and…

Newspaper deliveries across Islamabad were suspended after municipal authorities sealed Akhbar Market in Aabpara over disputed dues of around Rs.… Read More The post CDA Seals Islamabad Newspaper Market appeared first on ProPakistani.

The Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) launched a seven-day training camp for 15 junior and senior goalkeepers in Islamabad to improve… Read More The post Pakistan Launches Special Training Camp for Hockey Goalkeepers appeared first on ProPakistani.

The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has stepped up development work in residential sectors E-12, I-12 and C-14, with a focus… Read More The post CDA Boosts Development Work in 3 Islamabad Sectors appeared first on ProPakistani.

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has consolidated petitions challenging Capital Development Authority (CDA) notices over alleged encroachments around Korang Chowk… Read More The post Court Extends Stay Order Against CDA Service Road Operation appeared first on ProPakistani.

The England cricket team has arrived in Pakistan to participate in the ODI tri-series featuring Pakistan, England and Sri Lanka, scheduled to take place from October 18 to 31. Officials of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) welcomed the visiting team upon its arrival at Islamabad International Airport. The England squad…