Syed Irfan Raza

Cabinet okays deal with eight IPPs to cut power costs

Nearly 80 of 250 Pakistani pilgrims in Syria reach Beirut, cabinet told; PM emphasises equal rights on International Human Rights Day. Updated 11 Dec, 2024 08:11am

No immediate outcome from ‘N’-PPP huddle

PPP leaders express concern over "hasty legislation", internet slowdown. Published 10 Dec, 2024 07:42am

Coalition partners meet today to bridge rift

Insiders claim PML-N govt not allowing PPP to freely hold party events in Punjab. Updated 09 Dec, 2024 08:05am

President Zardari summons NA session tomorrow

Expected to call Senate session soon so seminaries bill can be passed in joint sitting of Palrliament. Updated 09 Dec, 2024 11:08am

Bilawal decries PTI as a ‘party of extremists’

Says KP govt has failed to maintain law & order in province, calls out party for skipping MPC Published 07 Dec, 2024 07:01am

PML-N, PPP set to initiate dialogue to settle disputes

Dar meets Bilawal to address concerns; committees set to meet soon to sort out issues. Updated 06 Dec, 2024 08:53am

PM Shehbaz orders FBR digitalisation by 31st

System designed for digital invoicing, premier told. Updated 05 Dec, 2024 11:50am

PM Shehbaz winds up ‘fruitful’ tour of Saudi Arabia

Attaullah Tarar says visit will contribute to country’s progress. Updated 05 Dec, 2024 09:16am

Probe into violent Islamabad protests kicks off

PM Shehbaz chairs task force meeting, told identification of rioters underway. Updated 04 Dec, 2024 11:43am

PM Shehbaz meets MBS, Macron on sidelines of global water summit

Premier, Saudi prince agree on need to bring qualitative change in investment ties; PM discusses climate adaptation with French president. Updated 04 Dec, 2024 09:17am

New task force to probe fake news of PTI casualties

National Prevention of Violent Extremism Policy accorded approval. Updated 03 Dec, 2024 10:03am

No PTI protester killed by security personnel: Tarar

Minister claims Murad Saeed masterminded Nov 24 march; KP spox dismisses Centre’s allegations as "ridiculous", "non-serious". Updated 02 Dec, 2024 09:30am

PM Shehbaz green-lights legal action against Bushra, Gandapur

PM’s aide says govt "seriously considering" imposing Governor’s Rule in KP, but PPP has reservations; PTI termed party of "anarchists and saboteurs". Updated 30 Nov, 2024 12:13pm

Security forces didn’t fire on PTI marchers, insists government

Ahsan Iqbal states Imran is not a political prisoner; Tarar says hospitals have denied receiving any bodies. Updated 29 Nov, 2024 11:37am

Premier wants dedicated riot force to tackle violent protests

Option to impose Governor’s Rule in KP discussed but no decision yet; PM orders legal action against marchers who used violence. Updated 29 Nov, 2024 08:39am

Govt fed up with capital onslaughts, vows ‘never again’

PM Shehbaz asserts that decisive action after May 9 riots could have built deterrence against violent protests. Updated 28 Nov, 2024 08:16am

‘No more talks’ as govt vows decisive action against PTI protesters

Army gets "shoot at sight" powers; president, PM condemn attacks on security personnel. Updated 27 Nov, 2024 10:13am

Govt awaits PTI response to alternative venue offer

Interior minister says protesting party asked to shift its protest to Sangjani; PTI team visits Adiala jail late at night "to consult Imran". Updated 26 Nov, 2024 08:36am

Govt fully prepared to foil ‘onslaught’ on capital

Ministers assail PTI for trying to derail another dignitary’s visit as Belarusian president due today; Tarar claims party leaders don’t want Imran released. Updated 25 Nov, 2024 09:09am

Govt lashes out at Bushra’s ‘unforgivable’ outburst

• PM Shehbaz Sharif recalls Saudi Arabia’s unconditional help through thick and thin • Khawaja Asif terms ex-first lady’s words Published 23 Nov, 2024 07:25am