Category: Politics
PM Shehbaz Holds Talks in Saudi Arabia on Economic Cooperation
RIYADH, Sept 18 — Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held key discussions with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman during his visit to the kingdom, focusing on trade, investment, and economic cooperation. According to government sources, talks centered around energy projects, infrastructure development, and potential Saudi investments in Pakistan’s Special Economic Zones. The visit reflects Islamabad’s…
UAE Warns Israel Over Annexation Plans
ABU DHABI, September 18, 2025 — The United Arab Emirates has warned that it could scale back diplomatic ties with Israel if Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government proceeds with annexing parts of the occupied West Bank. Such a move, officials said, would undermine the normalization process launched in 2020 under the Abraham Accords and could…
NADRA to Open Three New Mega Centers in Karachi
KARACHI, September 18, 2025 — The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has announced plans to establish three new mega centers in Gulshan-i-Iqbal, Gulberg, and Surjani Town by March 2026. The initiative aims to improve access to identification services, reduce waiting times, and meet growing demand in the city. Officials said the expansion of the…
Israel Orders Evacuations in Southern Lebanon Villages
BEIRUT, September 18, 2025 — The ‘Israeli’ military has issued urgent evacuation orders for several villages in southern Lebanon, accusing Hezbollah of using civilian buildings for military purposes. The move has raised fears of a large-scale assault on Lebanese territory, with human rights groups warning that such orders could amount to forced displacement under international…
Taliban Imposes Internet Ban in Northern Provinces
KABUL, September 18, 2025 — The Taliban government has cut off internet access in five northern provinces, including Kunduz, Baghlan, and Takhar, citing the need to “prevent immorality.” Officials said mobile networks remain operational, while a domestic internet network is being developed as an alternative. The restrictions have drawn criticism from rights groups concerned about…
CM Maryam Nawaz Launches Electric Bus Service, Announces Flood Aid
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has inaugurated the province’s first electric bus service in Wazirabad, calling it a “gift for the people.” The service connects Gujranwala to Wazirabad at just Rs 20, while women, students, and senior citizens can ride for free. Maryam also announced sweeping flood relief measures: Rs 1 million for families whose…
KP Government Launches CNIC-Linked Vehicle Registration System
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has rolled out a modernized vehicle registration and number plate system in line with federal standards. The new policy directly links vehicle registration to the owner’s CNIC instead of the chassis number, aiming to strengthen transparency and curb criminal misuse. Authorities announced that ownership transfers must be completed within three months…
Palestinians Defy Israeli Evacuation Orders, Return to Homes in Northern Gaza
Despite repeated evacuation orders from Israel, thousands of Palestinians in northern Gaza are refusing to leave their homes. According to the Gaza Government Media Office, nearly 190,000 people were displaced southward, but around 15,000 have returned — citing unlivable conditions in so-called “safe zones.” Residents report that Rafah and al-Mawasi, the designated refuge areas, lack…
Netanyahu Admits Israel Facing Economic Isolation Amid Gaza War
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has publicly acknowledged that Israel is becoming “economically isolated” due to international criticism of its war on Gaza, warning that sanctions and reduced foreign trade could hurt the country’s economy. Speaking at a Finance Ministry conference, Netanyahu urged heavy investment in “influence operations” across traditional and social media to fight…
PTI Senators Resign from Committees on Imran Khan’s Orders
ISLAMABAD, Sept 15: In a major political development, 17 senators from Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf have resigned from Senate standing committees on the instructions of incarcerated party founder Imran Khan. Senator Ali Zafar confirmed that the resignations were compiled, verified, and submitted to the Senate Secretariat. He clarified that the move is a form of protest rather…
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