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Dar writes to UNSC seeking action over India's attempts to alter river flows
Letter warns Chenab projects aim to divert water, threaten Pakistan's water, food, economic security
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Turkish, Bahrain, Canadian FMs praise Pakistan’s role in US-Iran peace deal
MoU also carries signatures of US President Donald Trump, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian
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Pre-monsoon rain disrupts daily life
Low-lying areas submerge under water; residents move belongings to safer locations
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Pornography suspects sent to jail
Court sent all seven women and three men to Adiala Jail on judicial remand
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Healthcare gets major funding boost
Rawalpindi Institute of Cardiology has been assigned Rs2.5722b
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Former cop remanded in wife's murder case
Investigation officer requested the court to grant physical remand of the accused
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Child swept away in drain
Search and rescue operation was launched without delay to locate the child
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UK minister says US-Iran Deal projects Pakistan as champion of global peace
Meeting reviews cooperation in counter-terrorism, illegal migration, institutional collaboration, and police training
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Reforms to revive Pakistan Post
Privatisation fears grow amid restructuring plans
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Murree gets municipal corporation status
Corporation has been divided into 17 UCs and covers a population of 132,005
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SC rules all executive, judicial authorities bound to act upon its directions
Says constitutional power obligates all judicial authorities, including high courts, to follow SC directions
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FinMin sees upsides to 2027 economic outlook after US-Iran deal, but says too early to revise budget
Aurangzeb says may use commercial borrowing to change creditor profile without increasing overall external debt
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Govt pursuing efforts for release of 10 Pakistani hostages in Somalia, Tarar tells NA
Says Pakistan’s mission in Djibouti closely monitoring developments, coordinating efforts for the hostages' release
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Finance minister briefs UK delegation on reform agenda, budget priorities
Meeting discussed Pakistan’s macroeconomic outlook, fiscal, structural reform agenda, Budget 2026–27 priorities
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Garbage dumping site becomes a bane
Kites, crows and vultures are also seen in large numbers searching for food
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Punjab plans higher education overhaul
Panel formed to oversee legal, financial and commercial requirements
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Centre to bear cost of 100MW solar power project in G-B: PM Shehbaz
Solarisation of government buildings in Gilgit, Diamer divisions is expected to be completed by December 2026
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Naqvi, Hafiz Naeemur Rehman discuss political, economic, security challenges
Rehman urges government to use diplomatic channels to ensure return of Pakistani hostages held by somali pirates
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Imran Khan administered fifth intravitreal injection: PIMS
Hospital says Khan remained vitally stable before, during, and after the procedure, discharged after treatment
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Japanese FM commends Pakistans mediatory role in reaching US-Iran understanding
Both sides reaffirm need to maintain close contact and regular exchanges to further strengthen bilateral relations
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PM Shehbaz says Pakistan to host US–Iran signing ceremony in Geneva on June 19
PM hails the understanding as a 'historic milestone', calls it a matter of collective pride
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Bilawal Bhutto urges AJK protesters to end demonstrations peacefully
Says at a time when international attention is focused on Pakistan, unrest in AJK damaging Pakistan’s reputation
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Tarar claims Rs800b total revenue recovery, calls budget a 'relief' measure
PPP's Hussain Tariq questions Rs6.9 trillion direct tax target, flags 54% rise in electricity inflation in a year
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Achakzai questions state policies, Shehbaz vows response in National Assembly
Opposition leader condemns treatment of protesters, accuses govt of turning provinces into colonies
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More public colleges set for privatisation
First phase to hand over 150 colleges to private sector during summer vacations
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PTI slams budget as favouring elite at expense of common man
Dismisses govt’s growth narrative, saying economic gains have not reached ordinary people
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PM Shehbaz meets MQM delegation, discusses budget, political situation
MQM important coalition partner, role in promoting economic stability, public welfare acknowledged, says PMO
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FM Dar, EU’s Kallas welcome progress in US-Iran talks, hope for lasting agreement
Both leaders reaffirm dialogue, diplomacy only viable means to resolve conflicts, achieve lasting peace and stability
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Government employees protest in Islamabad ahead of 2026-27 budget
Demanding all ad hoc relief allowances be merged into basic pay and revised pay scale for 2026 be introduced
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President Zardari approves bill, completes legal requirement for PIA privatisation
Bill was passed by Senate on June 10 this year, subsequently approved by National Assembly on June 11
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AJK reinstates 177 FIRs against JAAC members over breach of Oct '25 agreement
Directs police, judiciary and administrative authorities to implement the decision and pursue further legal action
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FO calls Indian minister's remarks on blocking water 'irresponsible', warns of 'far-reaching consequences'
Says situation in AJK being addressed within a democratic and constitutional framework
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SC restores Imran Khan’s right of defence in Shehbaz's defamation case
One judge issues a dissenting note in favour of maintaining the earlier restriction on right of defence
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Risky wheelie video goes viral
CCTV cameras are installed throughout the housing society, but the motorcyclist remains at large
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Education dept recalls bonus salaries
Additional amount 'mistakenly' credited to 35,000 daily wage teachers' accounts
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Pindi devises security plan for Muharram
Rawalpindi Commissioner Engineer Amir Khattak and RPO Babar Sarfraz Alpa briefed participants on the arrangements
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Lawyers seek local representation in IHC judge appointments
Bar representatives oppose filling vacancies through transferred judges
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Thousands of education posts abolished
Officials said no funds will be allocated in the upcoming fiscal budget for these posts
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Punjab seeks details of unused government properties
12 agencies asked to identify vacant, underutilised residential and commercial assets
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Trader abducted for Rs30m ransom in Taxila
Police officials said a case of kidnapping for ransom had been registered and an investigation was underway
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Govt extends austerity measures until June 30, eases operating hours
Revised business hours apply to standalone grocery, neighbourhood convenience stores
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Pakistan, Russia agree to sign Economic Cooperation Programme extending through 2030: Awais Leghari
Energy minister says bilateral ties have evolved from 'unfriendly country' to 'reliable friend' over past two decades
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10,000 Pakistanis entered UK on student visas, later sought asylum: FIA DG
Says illegal emigration bringing disrepute to Pakistan as several countries have raised issues with Islamabad
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Budget likely to be presented on June 12: Parliamentary affairs minister
Tariq Fazal Chaudhry says summaries have been forwarded to convene National Assembly, Senate sessions on June 10
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PM directs to accelerate privatisation process of power DISCOs
PM told three power distribution companies to be privatised in the first phase
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Seven caught cheating in exams
Deputy Secretary Planning along with Controller Examinations Tanveer Asghar Awan
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Lassi remains capital's go-to summer drink
Beverage is household favourite for its refreshing taste, nutritional value & simplicity
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Late-night party lands hotel owner in trouble
Official said further investigation was underway and legal action would be taken in accordance with the law
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Inquiry ordered into viral dance video
Complainant said the faces of the people involved are clearly visible in the video
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Firms told to upgrade fire safety
Intense sunshine and a strong heatwave are expected across the region over the next two weeks

























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