Wolfgang Petritsch, President of the Austrian Institute for International Affairs, has called for the international community to push the Taliban into opening a dialogue with opposition groups. Petritsch, who is hosting the Vienna Process on Afghanistan, stressed the importance of finding political solutions to the ongoing crisis in the country. In an exclusive interview with an Afghan-based media outlet, Petritsch urged anti-Taliban political figures to participate in the upcoming Vienna talks. He stated that decisions concerning Afghanistan must involve Afghan stakeholders at every level. Petritsch emphasized that since 2023, discussions have been ongoing to create a roadmap, and now is…
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PM Shehbaz meets Erdogan in Ankara as both leaders pledged to deepen cooperation in defence and information technology. During a joint press conference, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan spoke about the strong bond between Turkey and Pakistan. He described mutual ties as a true symbol of lasting friendship. PM Shehbaz meets Erdogan with a strong focus on enhancing joint defence ventures. President Erdogan showed his commitment to launching joint defence projects. He stressed that Turkey and Pakistan shared similar views on many global matters, especially their firm support for a sovereign Palestinian state. Erdogan also condemned the brutal violence in…
Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz met with Members of the Provincial Assembly (MPAs) from Faisalabad division in Lahore on Wednesday. Arif Mehmood Gul and Agha Ali Haider, the two MPAs, expressed their gratitude to Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz for initiating record-breaking development projects across the province. During the meeting, the MPAs discussed political matters and various other development initiatives. They praised Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz for her strong actions to control inflation in Punjab. Both leaders highlighted that Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz remains fully committed to serving the people and providing them with much-needed relief. The MPAs also commended the Punjab…
Approval has been granted for the construction of two new airports in Pakistan, one in Sukkur and the other in Muzaffarabad. According to reliable sources, the Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) has taken a major step by forming a committee of officers. This special team has been tasked with purchasing land for both new airports in Pakistan. The Works and Development Department of the PAA has already begun initial activities for the Sukkur and Muzaffarabad projects. Sources confirmed that consultants and field experts will also be hired to ensure the smooth execution of both projects. Their professional input will help maintain…
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan summoned Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur for an important Imran Khan meeting inside Adiala Jail. Khan voiced his serious concerns over the controversial Mines and Minerals Bill during this session. Sources revealed that during a separate Imran Khan meeting with lawyers on Tuesday, he had already shared his reservations. In that meeting, Khan also expressed strong anger toward Sher Afzal Marwat’s recent remarks. He instructed PTI’s Information Secretary Waqas Akram to issue a sharp response, declaring, “Sher Afzal Marwat was planted inside PTI.” Along with addressing Marwat’s behavior, Khan stressed the need…
Protests and sit-ins against the new canal project from the Indus River have grown stronger across Sindh. The demonstrations show no signs of slowing down. Lawyers have now entered the sixth day of their sit-in at the Baburlo Bypass near Khairpur. Meanwhile, protesters in different cities have blocked several key roads, intensifying public frustration. A group from Usta Muhammad joined the ongoing protest at Baburlo Bypass, boosting the movement. In Qambar Shahdadkot, furious demonstrators set tires on fire along the M-8 motorway to voice their anger. Traffic has been badly affected on the National Highway at Moro and the Noorpur…
Popular actress and model Iffat Omar has respectfully declined the Punjab government’s offer to serve as a cultural adviser. After careful consideration, she decided not to take up the new role. The announcement came through her official X account, previously known as Twitter. In case you missed it, Iffat Omar was recently appointed as the cultural adviser to Azma Bukhari, the Provincial Minister for Information and Culture in Punjab. The government’s move was aimed at strengthening efforts to revive and promote Punjab’s rich cultural traditions. According to official sources, the experienced media figure was expected to play a significant role…
Multan Sultans finally broke their losing streak in PSL 10 by defeating Lahore Qalandars by 33 runs in the 12th match of the season. The match was played on Tuesday at the Multan Cricket Stadium, where the home side gave their fans plenty to cheer about. Batting first, Multan Sultans put up a huge total of 228 runs for the loss of five wickets in 20 overs. The decision to bat after winning the toss proved wise for the Sultans. Yasir Khan was the star with the bat, smashing a stunning 87 off just 44 deliveries. His innings included six…
Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, announced that the Pakistan economy is open to receiving foreign direct investments from US companies. Speaking to Bloomberg News during his week-long visit to Washington, Aurangzeb revealed that Pakistan plans to issue its first-ever Panda bond this year. The bond will range between 200 million dollars and 250 million dollars. The Finance Minister was in the United States to attend the spring meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank. He said Pakistan aims to increase its imports from the US, particularly focusing on buying cotton and soybean.…
In a shocking tragedy, at least 26 people lost their lives and 17 others were injured during the Pahalgam attack in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK). Police confirmed the grim news on Wednesday. The assault, one of the worst in almost two decades, targeted tourists at the popular site of Pahalgam, located about 90 kilometers from Srinagar. The deadly Pahalgam attack happened on Tuesday. It unfolded in an off-road meadow, catching tourists by complete surprise. Among the deceased were 25 Indian nationals and one person from Nepal, according to the police. The incident came just a day after…
