Jamal Shahid

Public Accounts Committee perturbed by HEC’s failure to recover Rs1.5bn from defaulters

QAU VC tells apex committee demarcation issue with CDA remains unresolved. Updated a day ago

Public Accounts Committee summons top bureaucrats on sugar crisis

Committee miffed at irregularities in PWD, delays in release of funds to housing ministry. Updated 3 days ago

Call for conservation of freshwater resources coincides with Earth Hour

Prime minister says his government is actively pursuing policies that integrate climate action across all sectors. Updated 23 Mar, 2025 10:29am

Japanese envoy hosts Iftar for scholarship recipients

ISLAMABAD: Japanese Ambassador to Pakistan Shuichi Akamatsu hosted an Iftar reception at his residence Friday to... Published 22 Mar, 2025 06:34am

Embassy of Uzbekistan celebrates Nauroz

ISLAMABAD: The embassy of Uzbekistan hosted a vibrant and culturally rich celebration on Friday night to mark ... Published 22 Mar, 2025 06:34am

Public Accounts Committee flags financial irregularities in various ministries

Sanaullah Mastikhel points out appointments often made based on favouritism rather than merit. Updated 21 Mar, 2025 09:44am

Toshakhana fate uncertain as govt examines foreign practices

Public Accounts Committee reviews audit objections related to cabinet division, PCB and Nepra performance. Updated 20 Mar, 2025 09:15am

Festival celebrates food, culture of Uzbekistan in Islamabad

ISLAMABAD: The much anticipated Food Fest Uzbekistan 2025 officially commenced here on Friday, bringing a vibrant... Published 15 Mar, 2025 06:27am

Media’s role crucial for climate action, says UK diplomat

Says climate journalists can focus reporting on Nationally Determined Contributions, climate finance, and glacial preservation. Updated 14 Mar, 2025 09:16am

PAC concerned over unauthorised recruitments in commerce ministry

Naveed Qamar recuses himself from discussions concerning audit objections related to his tenure, leaving meeting midway. Published 13 Mar, 2025 05:48am

PAC questions award of Rs1.8bn contract to NLC by NDMA sans bidding

Lawmakers express concern over selection of institutions for development projects. Updated 12 Mar, 2025 10:35am

Swiss embassy hosts ceremony to honour women rock climbers

ISLAMABAD: The Swiss embassy hosted an award ceremony on Monday to honour the achievements of women rock climbers,... Published 11 Mar, 2025 07:57am

Islamabad Aurat March held behind police cordon

l Routes to protest site blocked with barbed wire; anti-riot force deployed for ‘safety’ of participants l Organisers unfazed Published 09 Mar, 2025 06:31am

World War I memorial in Islamabad faces demolition

Faces imminent destruction due to development plans by CDA, DHA. Updated 07 Mar, 2025 11:08am

Public Acc­ounts Committee unhappy with PAEC, FBR audit objections

Auditor general says IMF worried over delay in audit process; PAEC says purchases made for nuclear power plant were "transparent". Updated 06 Mar, 2025 09:40am

Asian black bear rescued, treated in capital

Sunny was confiscated by local wildlife authorities in critical condition, showing severe signs of abuse and neglect. Updated 05 Mar, 2025 11:16am

PAC flags billions in unaccounted funds

Uncovers major financial irregularities in Economic Affairs Division, Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Published 05 Mar, 2025 06:08am

Injured Asian black bear brought to Islamabad

Rocky, with extensive injuries after being forced into 35 fights, was earlier confiscated by Punjab Wildlife authorities. Updated 03 Mar, 2025 11:26am

Senate human rights body calls for urgent reforms in prison system

Committee proposes conducting surprise inspections of prisons across country Updated 28 Feb, 2025 09:48am

Romina for gender-inclusive approach to address climate change

PM’s climate aide says climate justice must be at the heart of all policy decisions Published 28 Feb, 2025 06:38am