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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif approved deeper austerity steps, including salary cuts for SOE staff and tighter curbs on official spending. The government says savings from the drive will be redirected toward relief for the public.
Pakistan says two drones were neutralised over Islamabad and Rawalpindi without any damage to sensitive sites. Authorities said only minor debris-related losses occurred and rejected unverified external claims.
Islamabad has strongly criticised the closure of Srinagar's Jama Masjid on Ramadan's last Friday, calling it a grave violation of religious freedom. Pakistan also urged the international community to respond to the restrictions in IIOJK.
Pakistan says its forces used electronic countermeasures to neutralise two rudimentary drones linked to Fitna al-Khawarij. Islamabad said no key infrastructure was hit, while tying the incident to broader cross-border security tensions.
Pakistan says it is working as a diplomatic bridge among regional capitals as the Middle East conflict intensifies. Islamabad is urging all sides to respect sovereignty, avoid force and return to dialogue.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed Pakistan’s solidarity with Saudi Arabia during talks with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Jeddah. The meeting focused on regional security, bilateral ties and continued coordination for peace in the Middle East.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has departed for Saudi Arabia for talks amid mounting Middle East tensions. The visit reflects Pakistan’s effort to coordinate closely with a key regional ally during a sensitive diplomatic moment.
The Islamabad High Court has ordered a new medical board to assess Imran Khan’s health while refusing his immediate transfer to Shifa Hospital. The ruling keeps the issue under formal medical review before any further action is considered.
Pakistan says it is playing an active diplomatic role in trying to ease Middle East tensions. The Foreign Office presents Islamabad as a bridge-builder focused on dialogue, restraint and regional stability.
The Islamabad High Court has ordered a new medical board to assess Imran Khan’s health while rejecting a plea to move him directly to a private hospital. The final decision on any transfer will depend on the board’s recommendations and the government’s legal authority.
Nehal Hashmi is set to take over as Sindh governor after Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif sent his appointment summary to President Zardari. The move reflects an important political adjustment in one of Pakistan’s key provinces.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has travelled to Saudi Arabia for high-level talks with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman amid the widening Middle East conflict. The visit underscores Pakistan’s effort to support de-escalation while reinforcing strategic ties with Riyadh.
