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Stories that belong to the whole country rather than to one province.
Pakistan reaffirms support for China's Global Development Initiative
Arab News PK reports the reaffirmation but gives no details on who made it or where.
Federal health minister orders fire safety audit nationwide
Hospitals, basic health units and rural health centres under the Ministry of Health face a comprehensive review of fire safety and basic infrastructure.
Nearly 9,800 returns prepared, only three filed under fixed tax scheme
The government has set a Rs50 billion collection target for the current fiscal year, but only Rs3.25 crore has been received so far.
Woman rescued from forced marriage in Pakistan
Khaleej Times reported she was lured to Pakistan and forced to marry her cousin; Channels Television carried the rescue, but no Pakistani official has confirmed it.
Regional peace depends on ending Afghan terror threat: Dar
The deputy prime minister told ECO foreign ministers in New York that Kabul must act against the TTP and BLA.
Mahira Khan marks 15 years of Humsafar with tribute
Actor shares Instagram video linking her Khirad role to new drama Mitti De Baway, which premiered this month.
Dar urges ECO states to deepen regional cooperation
Deputy PM Ishaq Dar told the ECO Council of Ministers in New York that the region has half a billion people but only 2.2 percent of global trade.
Pakistan High Commissioner Meets Ottawa Engineers on Tech Ties
The meeting focused on Pakistan-Canada cooperation in engineering and high-tech sectors, according to The Diplomatic Insight and Radio Pakistan.
PM, President praise Navy after 2,800 kg drug seizure
The operation in the Arabian Sea involved Pakistan Navy ships PNS Hunain and PNS Yarmook, according to state media.
State Bank launches Rs16bn remittance reward scheme for overseas Pakistanis
Quarterly draws begin January 15, 2027, with a Rs10 crore first prize and Rs4 billion distributed each quarter.
Asan Tax Scheme registers 9,806 shopkeepers in first month
A Friday review meeting was told the figure, while Profit reported 1,929 new traders brought into the tax net without reconciling the two counts.
Nadia Khan criticised over questions about designer's gym clothes
The interview focused on Parishay Adnan's personal life instead of her New York Fashion Week showcase, drawing backlash from viewers and colleagues.
Sugar millers demand full deregulation and export clearance
The Pakistan Sugar Mills Association says current rules hurt growers and mills, with more surplus expected from the next crop.
Pakistan, Saudi, Turkey deepen military cooperation after Houthi attacks
Military chiefs met in Riyadh to turn the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement into immediate military action, while Defence Minister Khawaja Asif said Pakistan raised non-state actors with Iran.
Supreme Court bars retrospective curbs on time-scale promotions
Court directs PM Office and departments to reopen cases of employees denied promotions under changed policies.
Short-term inflation hits 11.92% on food, energy costs
The Sensitive Price Index rose 0.99 percent week-on-week for the week ending September 24, according to Pakistan Bureau of Statistics data.
Cleric accused of shielding blasphemy blackmail gang in Pakistan
The Indian Express and The Telegraph report the cleric, previously honoured by an archbishop, is linked to an extortion racket using blasphemy accusations.
PM invites Achakzai for fresh talks on ECP posts
The letter, confirmed by opposition spokesperson Akhunzada Hussain Yousafzai, seeks a meeting and includes consultations on appointments to the Election Commission.
Valuation ruling valid until revised, Supreme Court rules
A customs valuation ruling under Section 25A does not lapse after 90 days and remains the applicable value for imported goods until rescinded, modified or replaced.
Dar meets UNGA president, pledges support for multilateralism
Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar also held talks with the foreign ministers of Singapore, Bahrain and Antigua and Barbuda on the sidelines of the 81st UN General Assembly.
Jaishankar calls Pakistan terrorist country at UN
Indian External Affairs Minister made the remark in response to a question from a Pakistani journalist, Indian media reported.
KSE-100 gains 266 points as investors stay cautious
Benchmark index closed at 170,765.22 points, up 0.16 percent after Thursday's fall of 1,733.57 points, with investors wary of Iran-US tensions.
Supreme Court rejects bail for six police officials in custodial death case
SDPO and SHO among those accused in torture and death of Arshad Ali Khorkhani, Daily Times reported.
SMEDA, Daraz plan e-commerce training for SMEs
A Lahore meeting between the two organisations explored curriculum development, capacity building and targeted support for women-led businesses.
Pakistan approves encrypted phones for senior officials after data theft disclosure
The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency told a Senate panel that call records, travel histories and family data of officials were stolen and sold.
JI chief warns long march may resume over petroleum levy
Addressing a Lahore rally, the JI leader also accused the PPP and PML-N of losing public relevance and relying on Form 47 rather than public support.
PM tells UN Makkah pact not against any country
Shehbaz Sharif says the Saudi-Türkiye-Pakistan defence agreement is a collective commitment to regional stability and peace.
Pakistani Hajj Pilgrims to Submit Medical Certificates Online
The Ministry of Religious Affairs and NITB say pilgrims can upload PMDC-verified fitness forms through the Pak Hajj portal and app.
SBP launches Rs16 billion Pasban Remittance Reward Scheme
Eligible remittance recipients who receive at least $100 monthly for three consecutive months can enter quarterly draws for prizes up to Rs10 crore.
Haramain security a red line, PM tells UN
Shehbaz Sharif condemned Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia and said the Strait of Hormuz and Bab-el-Mandeb must remain open.