Pakistan and India have finally put aside their differences as they share a warm gesture in Bangladesh. A photo of the handshake between Indian Foreign Minister J.A. Chowdhury and Speaker of the National Assembly Ayaz Sadiq has been shared on social media, with many calling it a new chapter in the long-standing “Pakistan-India Cricket Handshake Dispute”. The two leaders were in Bangladesh to attend the funeral of the country’s former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia. This marks the first high-level meeting between the two countries since the conflict in May last year. The tensions between the two nations have been…
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KARACHI: The traffic police have made arrangements for people heading to the beach on CVR Road on the occasion of New Year. According to traffic police officials, CVR Road has been converted into a single-lane road, and the return route will be either Khayaban Raat Road or through the Dua River. Traffic police officials have stated that heavy traffic will only be allowed into the city after 2 am on the night of New Year. In his New Year message, Chief Minister Balochistan said that stability and security are essential for progress, and the government will not compromise on this.…
Punjab’s emergency services, Rescue 1122, recorded the busiest year in 2025, diligently fulfilling their responsibilities. Rescue teams were engaged in humanitarian services throughout the year, responding to over 2.4 million emergencies and providing rescue services to over 2.8 million affected individuals. Rescue 1122 Punjab responded to over 4.92 lakh road traffic accidents and 28,773 fire incidents. In the flood, over 4.7 lakh people were rescued using 1,500 boats. Pre-displacement evacuation saved 26 lakh people and over 21 lakh animals. According to Secretary Emergency Services, Dr. Rizwan Nasir, in 2025, the air ambulance service shifted 190 critically ill patients from remote…
As the world welcomed the New Year 2026, Pakistan was no exception. With the clock striking midnight, the country’s major cities lit up with spectacular fireworks displays, signaling the beginning of a new chapter. The festivities began in New Zealand, followed by Australia, Japan, China, Indonesia, Bangladesh, Nepal, India, and eventually reached Pakistan. Cities across the country, including Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad, witnessed vibrant fireworks displays, musical concerts, and joyous celebrations. The streets of Karachi were filled with people dancing to the beats of music, while others lit up the night sky with fireworks. The scenic view of the Sea…
The start of the New Year was marred by violence in various regions of Karachi, with 25 people injured in aerial firing incidents. According to the police, an unidentified gunman fired a shot in the Chiniot Goth area, injuring one person. Rescue officials reported that five people were injured in aerial firing incidents in Korangi, Gulistan-e-Johar, Five Star, and New Sabzi Mandi. In addition to Karachi, aerial firing incidents were also reported in Quetta, Lahore, Hyderabad, and Nawabshah, leaving several people injured. To prevent aerial firing, the Karachi police used drones equipped with cameras to identify and locate the perpetrators.…
The Government of Sindh has appointed Javed Akhtar Oudho as the new Inspector General of Police Sindh, following the departure of Ghulam Nabi Memon. Oudho has confirmed that the Establishment Division has notified his appointment. He has been serving as the Additional IG Karachi since July 2024 and will now take over the reins of the Sindh Police. Oudho has a long and illustrious career in the Sindh Police, having joined the force on July 11, 1998. He has held various positions, including Deputy Superintendent of Police in Larkana, Ghottki, Badin, Dadu, Jamshoro, Thatta, Matiari, and Hyderabad. He has also…
Sindh Governor Kamran Khan Tessori inaugurated a spectacular fireworks display at the Governor’s House to mark the arrival of the new year. The 47-minute long fireworks display lit up the sky with vibrant colors, leaving thousands of spectators in awe. On this occasion, people from all walks of life expressed their joy and happiness upon witnessing this magnificent show. The Governor highlighted that 2025 was a year of military, diplomatic, and economic supremacy for Pakistan, with the central role of Chief of Defense Forces General Asim Munir. He added that Pakistan remained in the spotlight globally throughout 2025, with the…
Article: As the world bid farewell to the year 2025 and welcomed the dawn of a new era, Pakistani leaders reaffirmed their commitment to the nation’s security and progress. In separate messages to the nation, President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif emphasized the importance of rededicating to their duties as guardians of the country. The Prime Minister highlighted that 2025 will be etched in history as a golden year for the defense of the nation, with the people united in their resolve to protect the country. He assured that the nation will prove to be an impenetrable…
Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United States, Rizwan Saeed Sheikh, has expressed optimism that 2025 will be a year of positive change in Pakistan-US relations. In a New Year’s message, Ambassador Sheikh emphasized the need for a clear and unified approach to achieving sustainable relations between the two countries. He stated that cooperation in bilateral interests would be a test of time. Balochistan Chief Minister, who also addressed the nation, said that stability is a prerequisite for progress and that the government would not compromise on this principle. Meanwhile, a request has been filed to provide free and uninterrupted medicine in…
Article: Karachi residents can expect a dry spell with a possibility of night chills in the next 24 hours, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department. The minimum temperature recorded in the city today was 14.5 degrees Celsius, the department said. The Met office has forecast light rain in Karachi and Hyderabad, while Banda Banda conditions are expected in Dadu, Jacobabad, and Keshmore. The Pakistan Meteorological Department has predicted that the maximum temperature in Karachi will remain between 25 and 27 degrees Celsius. The department also reported that the humidity level in the morning air was 79 percent. In other news,…
