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Pakistan reaffirms commitment to peace, multilateralism on Int’l Peace Day: DPM Dar
Published: September 21, 2026 12:17
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister (DPM/FM), Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, on Monday reaffirmed Pakistan’s steadfast commitment to international peace and security, and to an effective and inclusive multilateral order with the United Nations (UN) at…
Islamabad entry routes blocked ahead of planned protests
https://www.nation.com.pk/21-Sep-2026/islamabad-entry-routes-blocked-ahead-planned-protests
Published: September 21, 2026 11:30
ISLAMABAD: Authorities have deployed containers at several roads and entry points of the capital and completely sealed D-Chowk as part of measures to prevent protesters from entering Islamabad.
37 terrorists killed in KP, Afghan border operations: ministry
https://www.nation.com.pk/21-Sep-2026/37-terrorists-killed-kp-afghan-border-operations-ministry
Published: September 21, 2026 10:15
ISLAMABAD: Security forces have killed 37 terrorists in large-scale ground and air operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and areas along the Afghanistan border, according to the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.
JI leader Hafiz Muhammad Idrees passes away
https://www.nation.com.pk/21-Sep-2026/ji-leader-hafiz-muhammad-idrees-passes-away
Published: September 21, 2026 09:52
Senior Jamaat-i-Islami (JI) leader and former deputy emir Hafiz Muhammad Idrees passed away on Monday after a prolonged illness.
Naqvi warns PTI against Sept 27 Islamabad march
https://www.nation.com.pk/21-Sep-2026/naqvi-warns-pti-sept-27-islamabad-march
Published: September 21, 2026 09:45
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Monday warned the Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) against proceeding with its planned Sept 27 march on Islamabad, saying the government would enforce court orders and would not allow prolonged disruption in the federal…
Met Office forecasts dry weather in most parts of country
https://www.nation.com.pk/21-Sep-2026/met-office-forecasts-dry-weather-parts-country
Published: September 21, 2026 09:01
Mainly dry weather is expected across most parts of the country over the next 12 hours, while daytime temperatures are likely to remain high in the plains, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD).
Naqvi leaves for Iran for talks on bilateral ties, regional situation
https://www.nation.com.pk/21-Sep-2026/naqvi-leaves-iran-talks-bilateral-ties-regional-situation
Published: September 21, 2026 08:58
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi left for Iran on Sunday, where he is scheduled to hold talks with senior Iranian officials on bilateral relations and regional developments.
Dar arrives in New York for 81st UNGA session
https://www.nation.com.pk/21-Sep-2026/dar-arrives-new-york-81st-unga-session
Published: September 21, 2026 08:48
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar arrived in New York on Sunday to attend the high-level week of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).
Karachi to remain hot, humid with no rain expected
https://www.nation.com.pk/21-Sep-2026/karachi-remain-hot-humid-rain-expected
Published: September 21, 2026 06:40
KARACHI: Karachi is expected to experience hot and humid weather on Monday, with no rainfall forecast for the city, according to the latest weather advisory.
Imran Khan’s two sisters detained under MPO
https://www.nation.com.pk/21-Sep-2026/imran-khan-s-two-sisters-detained-mpo
Published: September 21, 2026 05:32
LAHORE: Two sisters of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan, Uzma Khan and Noreen Niazi, have been detained for 30 days under Section 3 of the Maintenance of Public Order (MPO) on the orders of the Lahore deputy commissioner.
Four militants killed in Panjgur operation
https://www.nation.com.pk/21-Sep-2026/four-militants-killed-panjgur-operation
Published: September 21, 2026 04:57
QUETTA: Security forces have killed four militants during an operation in Panjgur district of Balochistan, according to security sources.
CDA, MCI expand digital civic services through PAK App
https://www.nation.com.pk/21-Sep-2026/cda-mci-expand-digital-civic-services-pak-app
Published: September 21, 2026 04:52
ISLAMABAD: Residents and businesses in Islamabad will be able to access a wider range of civic services digitally as the Capital Development Authority (CDA) and Metropolitan Corporation Islamabad (MCI) accelerate the shift towards online public service…
Aleema held as govt tightens grip ahead of PTI march
https://www.nation.com.pk/21-Sep-2026/aleema-held-govt-tightens-grip-ahead-pti-march
Published: September 20, 2026 23:28
Tarar says no violent group will be allowed to enter capital.
Marches, sit-ins may cause Rs120bn daily loss to national exchequer: FinMin Aurangzeb
Published: September 20, 2026 23:26
Islamabad - Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has termed planned marches and sit-ins “self-inflicted pain”, warning they can cause Rs120 billion daily loss to the national exchequer.
Over 2.2m registered for PM’s fuel scheme, says Atta Tarar
https://www.nation.com.pk/21-Sep-2026/2-2m-registered-pm-s-fuel-scheme-says-atta-tarar
Published: September 20, 2026 23:23
ISLAMABAD - Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar said on Sunday that over 2.
PM renews commitment to peaceful coexistence, global security
https://www.nation.com.pk/21-Sep-2026/pm-renews-commitment-peaceful-coexistence-global-security
Published: September 20, 2026 23:16
ISLAMABAD - As the world observes International Day of Peace on Monday, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has joined the international community to renew Pakistan’s commitment to the constructive values of peaceful coexistence, global stability and security,…
MDCAT 2026 concludes nationwide as 138,160 candidates appear
https://www.nation.com.pk/21-Sep-2026/mdcat-2026-concludes-nationwide-138-160-candidates-appear
Published: September 20, 2026 23:10
PESHAWAR/KARACHI/LAHORE/QUETTA - The Medical and Dental College Admission Test (MDCAT) 2026 successfully concluded across Pakistan on Sunday, with thousands of candidates appearing for the test for admission to medical and dental colleges.
Gilani says strong automotive sector key to jobs, technology transfer
Published: September 20, 2026 23:07
LAHORE - Senate Chairman Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani has said that a strong automotive industry contributes far beyond vehicle production, as it supports employment, engineering capabilities, technology transfer, localisation and a wider network of domestic…
JI begins protest march towards Islamabad against petroleum levy
https://www.nation.com.pk/21-Sep-2026/ji-begins-protest-march-towards-islamabad-petroleum-levy
Published: September 20, 2026 23:02
KARACHI - The Karachi-to-Islamabad Super Train March led by Jamaat-e-Islami Pakistan Emir Hafiz Naeemur Rehman against petroleum levy, extortion tax and cruel agreements with IPPs began from Karachi Cantt Station, here on Sunday.
CNS Admiral Naveed Ashraf reviews Exercise SEASPARK 2026
https://www.nation.com.pk/21-Sep-2026/cns-admiral-naveed-ashraf-reviews-exercise-seaspark-2026
Published: September 20, 2026 23:00
RAWALPINDI - Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS) Admiral Naveed Ashraf, NI, NI (M), T Bt, visited units at sea and in the Creeks Area to review Exercise SEASPARK 2026.
Aleema Khan detained under 3-MPO in Lahore
https://www.nation.com.pk/20-Sep-2026/aleema-khan-detained-3-mpo-lahore
Published: September 20, 2026 10:37
LAHORE: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan’s sister Aleema Khan has been detained in Lahore under Section 3 of the Maintenance of Public Order (MPO) Ordinance, according to family and party sources.
Imran Khan undergoes medical examination at Adiala Jail
https://www.nation.com.pk/20-Sep-2026/imran-khan-undergoes-medical-examination-adiala-jail
Published: September 20, 2026 07:51
A special medical team has completed the medical examination of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan at Adiala Jail, according to jail authorities.
PTI calls for political flexibility, says no progress in talks
https://www.nation.com.pk/20-Sep-2026/pti-calls-political-flexibility-says-progress-talks
Published: September 20, 2026 07:43
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan has called for flexibility from all sides to find political solutions to political problems, saying the current political environment remains cold and negotiations have made no progress.
Pakistan interior minister to visit Tehran for bilateral talks
https://www.nation.com.pk/20-Sep-2026/pakistan-interior-minister-visit-tehran-bilateral-talks
Published: September 20, 2026 06:36
Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi will visit Tehran today for talks with Iranian officials on bilateral relations and matters of mutual interest, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said.
JI ends Karachi sit-in, announces train march to Islamabad
https://www.nation.com.pk/20-Sep-2026/ji-ends-karachi-sit-in-announces-train-march-islamabad
Published: September 20, 2026 06:33
Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) has announced the end of its 35-day sit-in outside the Governor House in Karachi against inflation and the petroleum levy.
Pakistan vows support for Saudi Arabia after Houthi attack
https://www.nation.com.pk/20-Sep-2026/pakistan-vows-support-saudi-arabia-houthi-attack
Published: September 20, 2026 05:05
Pakistan’s Religious Affairs Minister Sardar Muhammad Yousuf and leaders of major religious parties have condemned an attempted Houthi drone attack near Makkah, reaffirming solidarity with Saudi Arabia and support for the defence of the Kingdom and Islam’s…
MDCAT 2026 underway across Pakistan with over 138,000 candidates
https://www.nation.com.pk/20-Sep-2026/mdcat-2026-underway-across-pakistan-138-000-candidates
Published: September 20, 2026 05:01
The Medical and Dental College Admission Test (MDCAT) 2026 is being held across Pakistan today, with 138,158 candidates registered to appear for the entrance examination.
PM Shehbaz orders hassle-free provision of petrol subsidy
https://www.nation.com.pk/20-Sep-2026/pm-shehbaz-orders-hassle-free-provision-petrol-subsidy
Published: September 20, 2026 02:14
ISLAMABAD - Prime Minister’s Special Relief Scheme has been successfully rolled out across Pakistan, with petrol being provided at a discounted rate of Rs100 per litre under the scheme.
Bracing for back-to-back marches on Islamabad
https://www.nation.com.pk/20-Sep-2026/bracing-back-to-back-marches-islamabad
Published: September 20, 2026 02:14
ISLAMABAD - As there is no lull in the country’s politics, the end of September is shaping to witness a major political showdown between the government and opposition parties particularly the Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI).
Development focus extended to all 41 districts: Punjab CM
https://www.nation.com.pk/20-Sep-2026/development-focus-extended-41-districts-punjab-cm
Published: September 20, 2026 02:07
LAHORE - Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif met Members of the Punjab Assembly (MPAs) and ticket-holders from Multan and sought their proposals for resolving public issues and accelerating development in the district.
Afghan national identified among suicide bombers in Kohat attack
https://www.nation.com.pk/20-Sep-2026/afghan-national-identified-among-suicide-bombers-kohat-attack
Published: September 20, 2026 02:04
ISLAMABAD - The identification of an Afghan national as one of the suicide bombers involved in the Kohat police mosque blast has provided fresh evidence, according to security sources, of the alleged use of Afghan soil for terrorist attacks inside…
JI links long march to withdrawal of petroleum levy
https://www.nation.com.pk/20-Sep-2026/ji-links-long-march-withdrawal-petroleum-levy
Published: September 20, 2026 02:03
LAHORE - Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Emir Hafiz Naeemur Rehman on Saturday said his party would launch a long march on Sunday (today) if the government failed to abolish the petroleum levy, as negotiations between the two sides continued in an effort to avert…
Pakistan urges Taliban to take action against terrorists operating using Afghan territory
Published: September 20, 2026 01:57
ISLAMABAD - The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has strongly condemned the terrorist attack on civilians and police personnel offering Friday prayers at the old Kohat Police Lines, urging the Afghan Taliban authorities to take concrete and…
Death toll from suicide bombing rises to 23 as Kohat city grieves
https://www.nation.com.pk/20-Sep-2026/death-toll-suicide-bombing-rises-23-kohat-city-grieves
Published: September 20, 2026 01:57
Relatives of victims demand govt action against terrorists KOHAT/PESHAWAR - Security forces’ operation concluded on early Saturday and all eight terrorists involved in the Kohat Police Lines Mosque blast were neutralised.
Ahsan leads multi-party consultation on civil service reforms
https://www.nation.com.pk/19-Sep-2026/ahsan-leads-multi-party-consultation-civil-service-reforms
Published: September 19, 2026 18:21
Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal chaired a multi-party consultative session on civil service reforms, bringing together political leaders, policy experts and sectoral stakeholders to build broad-based…
DPM, Malaysian FM discuss bilateral ties
https://www.nation.com.pk/19-Sep-2026/dpm-malaysian-fm-discuss-bilateral-ties
Published: September 19, 2026 13:49
Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar spoke with Malaysian Foreign Minister Dato’ Seri Mohamad Hasan on Saturday.
PM Special Relief Scheme continues; PM desires expanded outreach
Published: September 19, 2026 12:39
Prime Minister’s Special Relief Scheme has been successfully rolled out across Pakistan, with petrol being provided at a subsidized rate of Rs100 per liter under the scheme.
State will enforce its writ during PTI’s Sept 27 march: Talal Chaudhry
https://www.nation.com.pk/19-Sep-2026/state-will-enforce-writ-pti-s-sept-27-march-talal-chaudhry
Published: September 19, 2026 10:24
Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry has said the government will take necessary measures to maintain law and order during the Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf’s planned march on Islamabad on Sept 27, saying the day would demonstrate how the state…
Gwadar airport to remain closed three days a week under new schedule
https://www.nation.com.pk/19-Sep-2026/gwadar-airport-remain-closed-three-days-week-new-schedule
Published: September 19, 2026 09:57
New operating hours have been announced for Gwadar airport, under which the facility will remain closed on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, while flight operations will continue during specified hours on the remaining days of the week.
Kohat Police Lines operation ends with 8 militants killed
https://www.nation.com.pk/19-Sep-2026/kohat-police-lines-operation-ends-8-militants-killed
Published: September 19, 2026 09:18
Security forces have completed a clearance operation at the Kohat Police Lines, killing eight militants who stormed the compound following suicide attacks, as the death toll from the violence rose to 23, officials said.
Pakistan calls for halt to Houthi attacks on merchant vessels
https://www.nation.com.pk/19-Sep-2026/pakistan-calls-halt-houthi-attacks-merchant-vessels
Published: September 19, 2026 07:19
Pakistan has condemned attacks by Yemen’s Houthi militia on merchant vessels and seafarers in the Bab al-Mandab Strait, calling for their immediate cessation and stressing the need to safeguard freedom of navigation and commercial shipping.
PMDC withdraws decision on five-year BDS programme
https://www.nation.com.pk/19-Sep-2026/pmdc-withdraws-decision-five-year-bds-programme
Published: September 19, 2026 07:08
The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) has withdrawn its earlier decision regarding the implementation of a five-year Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) programme and initiated a comprehensive review of its academic structure and curriculum.
15 policemen among 22 martyred as blast hits Kohat mosque
https://www.nation.com.pk/19-Sep-2026/15-policemen-among-22-martyred-blast-hits-kohat-mosque
Published: September 18, 2026 23:43
KOHAT/ISLAMABAD - At least 22 people including 15 police personnel were martyred and 85 others wounded in a car-bomb attack on a mosque during Friday prayers in Kohat City, police and rescue workers said.
Dar, review bilateral relations in meeting with British HC, Turkish ambassador
Published: September 18, 2026 23:29
ISLAMABAD - Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar held separate meetings with British High Commissioner Jane Marriott and Turkish Ambassador Irfan Neziroğlu to review bilateral relations, follow-up to recent high-level engagements and…
PTI’s march on Islamabad will be stopped: Interior minister
https://www.nation.com.pk/19-Sep-2026/pti-s-march-islamabad-will-stopped-interior-minister
Published: September 18, 2026 23:25
ISLAMABAD - Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Friday said the government would stop the PTI’s protest march planned for September 27 on Islamabad in every possible way, noting that no room was left for any group or the party of former prime…
Pakistan will go to any extent to defend Saudi Arabia: DG ISPR
https://www.nation.com.pk/19-Sep-2026/pakistan-will-go-extent-defend-saudi-arabia-dg-ispr
Published: September 18, 2026 23:23
ISLAMABAD - Director General of the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry has said Pakistan will go to any extent in defending sovereignty of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Punjab CM inaugurates cancer treatment facilities at Nishtar Hospital
Published: September 18, 2026 23:20
LAHORE - Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif on Friday inaugurated a PET-CT cyclotron facility and a cryoablation centre at Nishtar Hospital Multan, introducing advanced diagnostic and minimally invasive cancer treatment facilities, before later…
DPM chairs 2nd meeting of committee on Power Sector Reforms
https://www.nation.com.pk/18-Sep-2026/dpm-chairs-2nd-meeting-committee-power-sector-reforms
Published: September 18, 2026 18:48
Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Friday, chaired the second meeting of the Prime Minister-constituted Committee on Power Sector Reforms.
DPM orders probe into apostille, document attestation system at Foreign Ministry
Published: September 18, 2026 15:42
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister (DPM/FM), Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, on Friday took notice of media reports concerning irregularities in the apostille and document attestation system, and constituted a three-member inquiry committee to…
Maryam Nawaz inaugurates Pakistan International Auto Show 2026 in Lahore
Published: September 18, 2026 10:44
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif on Friday inaugurated the three-day Pakistan International Auto Show 2026 at the Lahore Expo Centre.
Five policemen among 16 killed in Kohat Police Lines attack
https://www.nation.com.pk/18-Sep-2026/five-policemen-among-16-killed-kohat-police-lines-attack
Published: September 18, 2026 10:17
At least 16 people, including five policemen, were killed and dozens wounded in an attack on the Old Police Lines in Kohat on Friday, as security forces engaged militants inside the compound, officials said.
Several injured in explosion near Kohat police lines
https://www.nation.com.pk/18-Sep-2026/several-injured-explosion-near-kohat-police-lines
Published: September 18, 2026 09:13
Several people were injured in an explosion near the police lines in Kohat, police said.
Dar, Turkish envoy discuss bilateral ties, regional situation
https://www.nation.com.pk/18-Sep-2026/dar-turkish-envoy-discuss-bilateral-ties-regional-situation
Published: September 18, 2026 09:00
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Friday held a meeting with Turkish Ambassador to Pakistan Irfan Neziroğlu to discuss bilateral relations and the evolving regional situation.
Pakistan urges diplomacy, abstains from UNSC vote on Iran sanctions panel
Published: September 18, 2026 08:30
Pakistan abstained from voting on a US-sponsored resolution seeking to extend the mandate of a panel monitoring UN sanctions on Iran, as Russia and China vetoed the measure at the Security Council on Thursday.
Pakistan will go ‘to any extent’ to defend Saudi Arabia: DG ISPR
https://www.nation.com.pk/18-Sep-2026/pakistan-will-go-extent-defend-saudi-arabia-dg-ispr
Published: September 18, 2026 07:47
Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry has said Pakistan will go “to any extent” to defend Saudi Arabia against aggression, describing Islamabad’s commitment to the kingdom’s security as “unconditional”.
Dar, British High Commissioner envoy discuss Pakistan-UK ties
https://www.nation.com.pk/18-Sep-2026/dar-british-high-commissioner-envoy-discuss-pakistan-uk-ties
Published: September 18, 2026 06:58
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar held a meeting with British High Commissioner Jane Marriott to discuss Pakistan-UK relations and ways to further strengthen bilateral cooperation.
JI announces Islamabad march on September 20
https://www.nation.com.pk/18-Sep-2026/ji-announces-islamabad-march-september-20
Published: September 18, 2026 06:19
Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) emir Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman has announced that the party will march towards Islamabad on September 20, saying the government has failed to accept its demands despite four rounds of negotiations.
Security forces kill seven terrorists in Balochistan operations
https://www.nation.com.pk/18-Sep-2026/security-forces-kill-seven-terrorists-balochistan-operations
Published: September 18, 2026 06:02
Security forces have killed seven terrorists in two separate operations in Balochistan under Operation Radd-ul-Fitna 3, according to security sources.
Afridi, opposition leaders reaffirm Sept 27 long march
https://www.nation.com.pk/18-Sep-2026/afridi-opposition-leaders-reaffirm-sept-27-long-march
Published: September 18, 2026 01:15
Peshawar - Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi met Leader of the Opposition in the National Assembly Mahmood Khan Achakzai and Leader of the Opposition in the Senate Allama Raja Nasir Abbas in Islamabad on Thursday to discuss the recent…
Minister orders tighter oversight of public hospitals
https://www.nation.com.pk/18-Sep-2026/minister-orders-tighter-oversight-public-hospitals
Published: September 18, 2026 01:14
Peshawar - Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Health Minister Khaleeq ur Rehman on Thursday directed medical superintendents (MSs) across the province to tighten oversight of public hospitals, ensure staff availability, maintain adequate stocks of essential medicines…
NAB reviews state land leasing system in KP, flags record gaps
https://www.nation.com.pk/18-Sep-2026/nab-reviews-state-land-leasing-system-kp-flags-record-gaps
Published: September 18, 2026 01:04
PESHAWAR - The National Accountability Bureau (NAB), Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, has reviewed the legal and administrative framework governing state land leasing in the province, identifying gaps in land records and concerns over unauthorised leases, mortgages…
DPM appreciates Ambassador Baloch’s service to Pakistan
https://www.nation.com.pk/17-Sep-2026/dpm-appreciates-ambassador-baloch-s-service-pakistan
Published: September 17, 2026 17:10
Foreign Secretary Ambassador Amna Baloch called on Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Thursday, on the occasion of her retirement from government service.
DPM reviews PM’s Special Relief Scheme
https://www.nation.com.pk/17-Sep-2026/dpm-reviews-pm-s-special-relief-scheme
Published: September 17, 2026 16:40
Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar chaired a meeting of the National Steering Committee on Fuel Subsidy to review the implementation of the Prime Minister’s Special Relief Scheme following its nationwide launch.
Pakistan, South Africa agree to strengthen parliamentary, bilateral ties
Published: September 17, 2026 13:42
Speaker of the National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq on Thursday held a meeting with the Speaker of the National Assembly of South Africa, Angela Thokozile Didiza, on the sidelines of the 69th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference (CPC) in Cape Town, with…
Uzbek media delegation visits MoFA
https://www.nation.com.pk/17-Sep-2026/uzbek-media-delegation-visits-mofa
Published: September 17, 2026 12:30
An Uzbek media delegation on Thursday visited the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for a briefing on Pakistan-Uzbekistan relations.
Petrol subsidy registration SMS made free
https://www.nation.com.pk/17-Sep-2026/petrol-subsidy-registration-sms-made-free
Published: September 17, 2026 11:36
On the directions of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, the SMS service for registration under the Prime Minister Fuel Subsidy Scheme has been made completely free of cost.
Maryam Nawaz pays Rs27.19m for official aircraft use
https://www.nation.com.pk/17-Sep-2026/maryam-nawaz-pays-rs27-19m-official-aircraft-use
Published: September 17, 2026 10:53
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has paid Rs27,194,004 to the Punjab government for the use of the official aircraft during her recent private visit to London, according to reports.
PM Shehbaz leaves for UK ahead of US visit
https://www.nation.com.pk/17-Sep-2026/pm-shehbaz-leaves-uk-ahead-us-visit
Published: September 17, 2026 10:10
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has left for the United Kingdom on a two-day visit ahead of his scheduled trip to the United States.
ICMPD, Frontex commend Pakistan on illegal immigration crackdown
https://www.nation.com.pk/17-Sep-2026/icmpd-frontex-commend-pakistan-illegal-immigration-crackdown
Published: September 17, 2026 09:48
The International Centre for Migration Policy Development (ICMPD) and the European Union’s Border and Coast Guard Agency (Frontex) have commended Pakistan’s measures to curb illegal immigration.
SC grants bail to Imaan Mazari, husband pending IHC decision
https://www.nation.com.pk/17-Sep-2026/sc-grants-bail-imaan-mazari-husband-pending-ihc-decision
Published: September 17, 2026 09:19
The Supreme Court on Thursday granted bail to lawyer and rights activist Imaan Mazari and her husband, advocate Hadi Ali Chattha, pending a final decision by the Islamabad High Court on their applications seeking suspension of their sentences.
Pakistan condemns Makkah targeting attempt, Houthi attacks
https://www.nation.com.pk/17-Sep-2026/pakistan-condemns-makkah-targeting-attempt-houthi-attacks
Published: September 17, 2026 09:03
Pakistan has strongly condemned the reported attempt to target Makkah and ongoing Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, reaffirming its support for the kingdom’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
LHC restores Rs300,000 fine for unauthorised allopathic treatment
https://www.nation.com.pk/17-Sep-2026/lhc-restores-rs300-000-fine-unauthorised-allopathic-treatment
Published: September 17, 2026 08:32
The Lahore High Court (LHC) has restored a Rs300,000 fine imposed on a man for providing allopathic treatment without authorisation, ruling that a dispenser’s certificate does not permit independent medical practice.
Punjab plans law to hold teachers accountable for poor exam results
https://www.nation.com.pk/17-Sep-2026/punjab-plans-law-hold-teachers-accountable-poor-exam-results
Published: September 17, 2026 08:30
The Punjab government has decided to introduce a new law to hold teachers accountable for poor examination results, as part of a broader plan to link their performance with students’ academic outcomes.
Field Marshal Munir, Iranian FM discuss regional situation
https://www.nation.com.pk/17-Sep-2026/field-marshal-munir-iranian-fm-discuss-regional-situation
Published: September 17, 2026 07:46
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held a telephone conversation with Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Asim Munir during his visit to Beijing, Iranian media reported.
PIMS Hospital fire death toll rises to 15
https://www.nation.com.pk/17-Sep-2026/pims-hospital-fire-death-toll-rises-15
Published: September 17, 2026 06:19
The death toll from the fire at PIMS Hospital has risen to 15 after Aizal, the only infant rescued alive from the blaze, died while undergoing treatment in the intensive care unit.
PM Shehbaz reviews progress on Danesh University
https://www.nation.com.pk/17-Sep-2026/pm-shehbaz-reviews-progress-danesh-university
Published: September 17, 2026 06:16
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday chaired a review meeting on the establishment of Danesh University, reiterating that providing quality and modern education to talented and deserving Pakistani students on merit remains a top priority of the…
Suspect detained in Surjani Town mother, three children killing
https://www.nation.com.pk/17-Sep-2026/suspect-detained-surjani-town-mother-three-children-killing
Published: September 17, 2026 04:39
Police have detained a close acquaintance of a family in connection with the killing of a mother and her three children in Karachi’s Surjani Town, investigative sources said.
Rain brings relief, disrupts power supply in Lahore
https://www.nation.com.pk/17-Sep-2026/rain-brings-relief-disrupts-power-supply-lahore
Published: September 17, 2026 04:38
Light to moderate rain lashed several parts of Lahore on Wednesday night, bringing relief from warm weather but disrupting power supply and causing waterlogging and traffic congestion in several areas.
PM directs nationwide facilitation desks to ensure easy access to fuel subsidy
Published: September 17, 2026 00:51
ISLAMABAD - Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday directed authorities to establish facilitation desks at petrol stations across the country to help low-income and middle-class citizens smoothly access the government’s fuel subsidy scheme…
Dialogue only sustainable path to end Iran war: DG ISPR
https://www.nation.com.pk/17-Sep-2026/dialogue-sustainable-path-end-iran-war-dg-ispr
Published: September 17, 2026 00:39
ISLAMABAD - Pakistan believes dialogue and a negotiated settlement remain the only sustainable way to end the Iran war and prevent the conflict from expanding across the region.
Govt jacks up petrol price by Rs6.88/litre
https://www.nation.com.pk/17-Sep-2026/govt-jacks-petrol-price-rs6-88-litre
Published: September 17, 2026 00:31
ISLAMABAD - The government on Wednesday increased the price of petrol by Rs6.
Pakistan warns India over ‘provocative’ naval manoeuvres
https://www.nation.com.pk/17-Sep-2026/pakistan-warns-india-provocative-naval-manoeuvres
Published: September 17, 2026 00:30
ISLAMABAD - Pakistan yesterday lodged a strong diplomatic protest with India over a “highly provocative and unacceptable” incident involving an Indian Navy vessel in Pakistan’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ), warning that such actions could heighten…
Gilani calls for stronger Pakistan-Somalia cooperation in digital governance
Published: September 17, 2026 00:20
ISLAMABAD - Chairman Senate Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani on Wednesday called for enhanced Pakistan-Somalia cooperation in digital governance, foundational identity, artificial intelligence and Digital Public Infrastructure, emphasizing the importance of…
PM directs PIMS overhaul
https://www.nation.com.pk/17-Sep-2026/pm-directs-pims-overhaul
Published: September 17, 2026 00:17
ISLAMABAD - Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday ordered authorities to complete within three months all proposed short-term measures for improving the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS), including strengthening its fire safety…
CDF Munir, US-based POWERUS discuss evolving trends in defence tech
Published: September 17, 2026 00:15
ISLAMABAD - A delegation of POWERUS, a US-based company specialising in defence and critical infrastructure solutions, led by Mr.
Pakistan offers Nepal support amid flood crisis
https://www.nation.com.pk/16-Sep-2026/pakistan-offers-nepal-support-amid-flood-crisis
Published: September 16, 2026 15:56
Pakistan has offered technical and other assistance to Nepal as the Himalayan country grapples with the devastating impact of floods and other climate-induced disasters.
Uzbekistan’s media delegation explores Pakistan’s diplomatic, media landscape
Published: September 16, 2026 15:50
A nine-member Uzbek media delegation, comprising representatives of print and electronic media, continued its eight-day visit to Pakistan with visits to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Pakistan Television (PTV), and leading private news channels.
PM reaffirms Pakistan’s commitment to further expand ties with France
https://www.nation.com.pk/16-Sep-2026/pm-reaffirms-pakistan-s-commitment-expand-ties-france
Published: September 16, 2026 11:35
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to further expand and deepen its longstanding relations with France through enhanced political dialogue, economic engagement, development cooperation, and people-to-people…
AJK investigators trace alleged arms network to Afghanistan
https://www.nation.com.pk/16-Sep-2026/ajk-investigators-trace-alleged-arms-network-afghanistan
Published: September 16, 2026 11:33
MUZAFFARABAD: Investigators in Azad Jammu and Kashmir have uncovered an alleged network involved in procuring weapons from Afghanistan and supplying them to armed elements in the region, official sources said, citing evidence recovered following the arrest…
Illegal gold mining thrives despite ban in KP
https://www.nation.com.pk/16-Sep-2026/illegal-gold-mining-thrives-despite-ban-kp
Published: September 16, 2026 11:31
PESHAWAR: Illegal extraction of placer gold worth millions of rupees continues along the Indus and Kabul rivers despite a government ban, with official sources saying hundreds of excavators are operating in parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
SBP bars bank employees from PM housing scheme
https://www.nation.com.pk/16-Sep-2026/sbp-bars-bank-employees-pm-housing-scheme
Published: September 16, 2026 11:27
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has barred employees of banks, Development Finance Institutions (DFIs) and Microfinance Banks (MFBs) from availing financing under the Wazir-e-Azam Apna Ghar Program – Ghar Ho Tu Apna.
Government, JI to hold fourth round of talks today
https://www.nation.com.pk/16-Sep-2026/government-ji-hold-fourth-round-talks-today
Published: September 16, 2026 10:54
The fourth round of talks between the government and Jamaat-e-Islami (JI), focusing primarily on the petroleum levy, will be held today at 6pm at Block P of the Federal Secretariat.
11,600 pilgrims booked under private Hajj scheme
https://www.nation.com.pk/16-Sep-2026/11-600-pilgrims-booked-private-hajj-scheme
Published: September 16, 2026 10:52
Booking of 11,600 pilgrims under Pakistan’s private Hajj scheme has been completed through the official Hajj Portal, while 60,000 seats remain available, the Ministry of Religious Affairs said on Wednesday.
Talal Chaudhry alleges Afghan soil being used for terrorism
https://www.nation.com.pk/16-Sep-2026/talal-chaudhry-alleges-afghan-soil-used-terrorism
Published: September 16, 2026 10:06
Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry has alleged that Afghan territory is being used for terrorist activities in Pakistan, saying intelligence-based operations against militants are continuing across the country.
MDCAT 2026 to be held on September 20 with revised exam system
https://www.nation.com.pk/16-Sep-2026/mdcat-2026-held-september-20-revised-exam-system
Published: September 16, 2026 09:59
Federal Minister for Health Syed Mustafa Kamal on Wednesday announced that the Medical and Dental College Admission Test (MDCAT) 2026 will be held on September 20, with several changes introduced to the examination system.
One killed, another injured in Qazi Ahmed trailer collision
https://www.nation.com.pk/16-Sep-2026/one-killed-another-injured-qazi-ahmed-trailer-collision
Published: September 16, 2026 08:42
A trailer driver was killed and a cleaner injured after two trailers collided on the National Highway near Qazi Ahmed, police said on Wednesday.
SC seeks AGP’s assistance on Imran Khan hospital transfer case
https://www.nation.com.pk/16-Sep-2026/sc-seeks-agp-s-assistance-imran-khan-hospital-transfer-case
Published: September 16, 2026 08:11
The Supreme Court has sought assistance from Attorney General for Pakistan Mansoor Awan on the jurisdiction of the Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) to hear a case concerning the possible transfer of former prime minister Imran Khan from jail to a…
Over 17,000 child abuse, sexual offence cases reported in Pakistan in 2025
https://www.nation.com.pk/16-Sep-2026/17-000-child-abuse-sexual-offence-cases-reported-pakistan-2025
Published: September 16, 2026 07:41
More than 17,000 cases involving child abuse and sexual offences were registered across Pakistan in 2025, with Punjab accounting for nearly three-fourths of the total, according to data compiled by the National Commission on the Rights of Child (NCRC).
PM Shehbaz condemns attempted drone attack on Holy Site in Makkah
https://www.nation.com.pk/16-Sep-2026/pm-shehbaz-condemns-attempted-drone-attack-holy-site-makkah
Published: September 16, 2026 07:16
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday strongly condemned the attempted drone attack targeting the Holy Site of Makkah Al-Mukarramah, expressing solidarity with Saudi Arabia.
Pakistan backs Saudi Arabia’s right to defend itself against Houthi attacks
https://www.nation.com.pk/16-Sep-2026/pakistan-backs-saudi-arabia-s-right-defend-houthi-attacks
Published: September 16, 2026 06:07
Pakistan has strongly condemned Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia and reaffirmed its support for the kingdom’s sovereignty, territorial integrity and right to defend itself, as tensions surrounding the conflict in Yemen continue to escalate.
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