PTA officials said the move is part of ongoing efforts to curb the illegal online sale of medicines ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has blocked four websites involved in the sale of unregistered and banned drugs, officials said on Wednesday. The action was taken following a request by the Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan […]
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The meeting also decided to establish common counters and introduce a unified control system at a single point ISLAMABAD: The government has decided to install modern machines at airports to improve the check-in process and facilitate passengers through a one-window operation. This decision was taken at a special meeting chaired by Federal Interior Minister Mohsin
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Iran’s envoy meets PM as fate of talks hangs in the balance, meeting comes at critical time Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif shakes hands with Iran’s ambassador to Pakistan, Dr. Reza Amiri Moghadam, during a meeting in Islamabad. PHOTO: ONLINE ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Wednesday stepped up its behind-the-scenes and overt diplomatic efforts to revive the stalled
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Officials say 1 polio case in 2026 vs. 74 in 2024, 31 in 2025, showing sharp decline nationwide Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chaired high-level meeting on polio eradication on April 22, 2026 in Islamabad. PHOTO: APP ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday confirmed the government’s decision to completely eradicate polio from Pakistan, noting encouraging
The Minister of the Interior says that a unified control system on a single scanner will save considerable time The government on Wednesday decided to introduce a single point check system at airports to improve passenger facility and reduce delays. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi chaired a high-level meeting in Islamabad aimed at developing a joint
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Apex Court introduces e-hearings, e-filing and SOPs for uninterrupted, faster and more transparent justice delivery ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court on Wednesday said it had set a new benchmark in the delivery of digital justice and reaffirmed its commitment to a people-friendly, transparent and technology-driven justice system. In an official statement, the court said hearings were
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No major roads in Rawalpindi have been completely closed, although police presence remains strong and surveillance continues Pakistani police officer diverts motorcyclists from a road leading to Serena hotel as Pakistan prepares to host the US and Iran for the second phase of peace talks in Islamabad April 22, 2026. Photo: Reuters ISLAMABAD/RAWALPINDI: Security eased
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Prime Minister Shehbaz directs that efforts to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in the country be stepped up A meeting chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif was held in Islamabad to review the promotion of electric vehicles (EVs) in the country. PHOTO: PID Government employees up to class 16 will be provided with
The meeting comes after Trump extended the ceasefire last night at the request of Prime Minister Shehbaz and CDF Munir Iranian Ambassador Reza Amiri Moghadam with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on April 22, 2026. Photo: PMO/X Iranian Ambassador Reza Amiri Moghadam called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday and discussed the ongoing regional situation
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FM Dar emphasizes the importance of dialogue, diplomacy for peaceful resolution of conflicts Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar meets with British High Commissioner Jane Marriott. PHOTO: MoFA/X British High Commissioner Jane Marriott on Wednesday praised and endorsed “Pakistan’s facilitating role in bringing the US and Iran to the negotiating table” during a meeting with Deputy Prime
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