Pakistan calls attention to ‘worst form of torture’ in Palestine, Indian Occupied Kashmir

On the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture Pakistan expressed solidarity with the people of Palestine and Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), condemning acts of torture and brutality by occupying forces. In a statement released today, Pakistan expressed its strong opposition to torture, underlining that it remains deeply committed to eradicating such […]

PM, President reaffirm commitment to eradicating drug abuse

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and President Asif Ali Zardari have reiterated their unwavering commitment to eliminating drug abuse and strengthening collective efforts to tackle the menace, emphasising the importance of a united front to combat this pervasive issue. In their separate messages on the observance of International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, […]

CM announces major tax relief

Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah has announced extensive tax relief measures in the 2025-26 provincial budget aimed at stimulating economic growth and easing financial burdens on citizens. In addition to the reliefs included in the Finance Bill, several incentives have been formalised through amendments to key laws. The measures span both tax and non-tax sectors, […]

Pensioners stage protest over unpaid dues

Retired employees of the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) and Town Municipal Corporations (TMCs) staged a protest inside the KMC building on Thursday during the corporation’s budget session, demanding the immediate resolution of long-pending financial grievances. The demonstrators called for Immediate release of pending pensions, including those for retired TMC employees; Implementation of the 2019-2020 pension […]

Prison staff suspended en masse after jail shooting

The inspector general of prisons has suspended 15 jail officials, including the superintendent and assistant superintendent of Khairpur Central Jail, following a deadly shooting attack on prisoners returning from court. One inmate was killed and two were injured in the incident. According to prison officials, unidentified assailants opened fire on Tuesday in the jail’s adjacent […]

Extortion ring dismantled: police

Police have dismantled a criminal network involved in a recent surge of extortion cases across the metropolis. One suspect was killed in an encounter, while several others have been apprehended. Police are intensifying efforts to capture remaining key suspects, including one suspect for whom a Red Notice has been issued. According to SSP SIU Muhammad […]