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Islamabad traders warn of protests over mandatory POS system

Accusing FBR of targeting small traders through forced installation of POS devices and sealing of shops Traders in the federal capital on Tuesday warned the government of large-scale protests, including road blockades and a possible nationwide shutdown, if it does not withdraw the policy mandating the installation of Point of Sale (POS) devices, which they […]

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Dar discusses ‘regional situation’ with Saudi FM amid rising Gulf tensions

Saudi Arabia says its national security is a red line, backs call for UAE forces to leave Yemen within 24 hours Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar and his Saudi counterpart, Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan. Photo: X/ Reuters Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar held a

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FIR registered against lawyers for ‘attacking, robbing’ YouTuber Rajab Butt

Lawyer appoints two lawyers, 20 others; claims Rs 300,000 stolen during court premises assault Rajab Butt is escorted out by his lawyers after the assault. Source: The Express Pakinomist A case has been registered after YouTuber Rajab Butt was allegedly attacked and robbed during his appearance at the Karachi District Court on Monday. The FIR

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Tribunal upholds Nawaz Sharif’s NA-130 victory, rejects PTI challenge

The electoral body’s notice stands as Yasmin Rashid’s petition is rejected on technical grounds Former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif. Photo: Screen grip LAHORE: An election tribunal has upheld the Election Commission of Pakistan’s announcement declaring Nawaz Sharif the winner in Lahore’s NA-130, dismissing a challenge filed by Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leader Dr. Yasmin Rashid. The decision

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PIA is relaunching the London route, its most popular international service

Flights resume after six-year gap following pilot license scandal and approval in UK Pakistan International Airlines will resume direct flights to London after a gap of six years, with four weekly services from Islamabad from March 29, the national carrier announced on Tuesday. The flights, expected to depart from Terminal 4 at London Heathrow Airport,

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Pakistan at the UN calls Israel’s recognition of Somaliland a ‘direct attack’ on Somalia’s sovereignty

“For decades, Israel’s occupation of Palestinian land has been a central source of conflict in the Middle East” Pakistan’s Acting Permanent Representative to the UN, Muhammad Usama Iqbal Jadoon, speaks at the UNSC on Tuesday Photo: X/ Pakistan’s Permanent Mission to the UN Pakistan has strongly condemned Israel’s recognition of Somaliland in the UN Security

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Rawalpindi schools get infrastructure boost

RAWALPINDI: Rawalpindi District Education Authority has done record development work in school classes during the last six months under the District Education Department. In the first installment, funds of Rs 189.135 million were released for the construction of additional classrooms, new toilets and boundary walls in 98 educational institutions across Rawalpindi district. These include 15

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Restrictions overshadow festive celebrations in Murree

Bachelors and tourists without families will be barred from entering Mall Road, GPO Chowk, surrounding areas MURREE: The district administration has imposed Section 144 ahead of the New Year celebrations, creating difficulties for tourists visiting the hill station. Under Section 144, the administration can ask people to stop a certain action or follow certain restrictions

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