Naveed Siddiqui

Govt says Imran 'has run away after spreading chaos' as protesters begin dispersing from D-Chowk

Saad Rafique says govt fulfilled responsibility to protect people; Ata Tarar says Imran's 'quivering voice' reveals everything. Updated 26 May, 2022 02:19pm

Punjab governor logjam continues as Alvi tells Shehbaz that Cheema still holds office

Says "the present circumstances demanded that the incumbent governor should continue to hold that position". Updated 21 May, 2022 03:21pm

Pakistan condemns in 'strongest possible terms' Kashmiri leader Yasin Malik's conviction after 'sham trial'

Foreign Office urges India to stop "victimisation of Kashmiris through inhuman detentions and trumped-up charges". Updated 20 May, 2022 11:49am

FM Bilawal, Turkish FM vow to strengthen economic ties in maiden official meeting

PPP leader reiterates Pakistan’s resolve to further enhance its wide-ranging cooperation with Turkey. Updated 19 May, 2022 10:44pm

In maiden official visit to US, FM Bilawal holds 'productive' meeting with Blinken

Discusses bilateral ties, regional situation among other matters with US secretary of state; also meets UN chief Antonio Guterres. Updated 19 May, 2022 12:52am

2 most wanted TTP terrorists killed in North Waziristan: ISPR

They were identified as commander Rasheed alias Jabir and Abdul Salam alias Chamtoo. Published 17 May, 2022 12:47pm

OIC expresses 'deep concern' over India's delimitation exercise in occupied Kashmir

Says the exercises are in direct contravention of the relevant UNSC resolutions and international law. Published 16 May, 2022 05:45pm

Pakistan's third polio case of the year reported from North Waziristan

The patient, a one-year-old boy, hails from Miranshah; Health Minister Qadir Patel says govt stepping up vaccination efforts. Published 15 May, 2022 12:53pm

3 soldiers, children martyred in suicide blast near Miranshah: ISPR

Says intelligence agencies are conducting investigations to find out about the suicide bomber and his handlers. Updated 15 May, 2022 03:12pm

President Alvi approves reconstitution of Council of Common Interests

It will be chaired by PM Shehbaz and include CMs of all provinces; Ahsan Iqbal, Saad Rafique and Naveed Qamar named members. Published 13 May, 2022 02:51pm

OIC rights body condemns India's 'wicked' delimitation exercise in occupied Kashmir

Says these "wicked measures" aimed at converting indigenous Muslim population into minority within their homeland. Published 13 May, 2022 11:30am

Imprudent comments by politicians about Lt Gen Faiz Hameed 'very inappropriate': ISPR

DG ISPR Major General Babar Iftikhar says the army is showing "tolerance and restraint". Updated 12 May, 2022 10:56pm

President Alvi requests CJP to form judicial commission to probe 'regime change conspiracy'

In letter to top judge, the president says it's the duty of institutions to help "avert damaging consequences" to the country. Updated 13 May, 2022 09:33am

President Alvi calls for judicial commission to probe 'regime change conspiracy'

In response to Imran's letter, Alvi requests CJP to form empowered judicial commission to conduct open hearings on the matter. Updated 04 Oct, 2022 04:39pm

President Alvi 'strongly rejects' PM's advice to remove Punjab governor

Says Governor Omar Sarfraz Cheema doesn't have any allegation of misconduct or conviction against him. Published 09 May, 2022 09:51pm

Army takes 'strong exception' to attempts made to drag its leadership in political discourse: ISPR

Says practice of issuing "provocative statements by some political leaders, journalists and analysts is extremely damaging". Updated 08 May, 2022 10:53pm

Shishper Glacier outburst sweeps away bridge in Hassanabad area of Hunza

Footage shows rampaging floodwater tearing apart the bridge; climate change minister warns GB and KP remain vulnerable Updated 08 May, 2022 06:53am

Pakistan delivers relief items for flood victims in Afghanistan

PM Shehbaz says more relief measures to follow; first consignment, including tents and food items, sent via C-130 plane. Published 07 May, 2022 01:40pm

Pakistan, UAE agree to boost economic ties in fields of trade, energy: joint statement

A high-level economic delegation from UAE arrived in Pakistan yesterday, met PM Shehbaz Sharif. Updated 04 May, 2022 04:19pm

Pakistan celebrates Eidul Fitr with religious zeal and fervour as Covid's spectre finally banished

PM Shehbaz prays that the day of Eid becomes the harbinger of progress and prosperity for the country. Updated 03 May, 2022 03:53pm