PAKISTAN NEWS

Khairpur, August 16, 2026(Nosheen): Polling is underway on Sunday in Sindh Assembly constituency PS-30 Khairpur, where voters are casting their ballots to elect a new representative following the death of Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) lawmaker Naeem Ahmed Kharl. A total of 254,980 registered voters, including male and female voters, are eligible to cast their votes in the constituency.The Election Commission of Pakistan has established 164 polling stations across the Gambat and Sobhodero tehsils of Khairpur district. Of these, 64 polling stations have been declared highly sensitive, 68 sensitive, while the remaining polling stations have been classified as normal. Polling commenced at 8:00 a.m. and will continue until 5:00 p.m. without any break. According to officials, PPP candidate Barris...

RAWALPINDI, 15 August, 2026 (Kamran Raja): Security forces conducted a successful intelligence-based operation against terrorists affiliated with Fitna al-Hindustan in the Shor Parod mountain range of Khuzdar, security sources said. According to the sources, intelligence information was used to identify terrorist hideouts, following which security forces cordoned off the area and conducted operations at several locations.The terrorists were reportedly present in three small groups. As security forces advanced towards their positions, the militants offered strong resistance and opened fire, prompting a retaliatory response from the security forces.As a result of the intense exchange of fire, 10 terrorists were killed and several others injured, the sources said. Several terrorist hideouts w...

PARIS, August 15, 2026 (Kamran Raja): Pakistan and France held a high-level bilateral consultation meeting in Paris on Friday to discuss key global issues and strengthen cooperation across multiple sectors.According to the Foreign Office spokesperson, the consultations were held under the framework of the 2023 Bilateral Roadmap, aimed at further strengthening bilateral engagement between the two countries.The dialogue focused on enhancing cooperation in multilateral affairs and promoting joint efforts to address pressing regional and global challenges.During the consultations, Pakistan and France reaffirmed their shared commitment to deepening dialogue and strengthening bilateral cooperation. The two sides also exchanged views on recent regional and international security developments.Both...

LAHORE, 15 August, 2026 (Ghufran): A three-member bench of the Supreme Court at its Lahore Registry disposed of 305 cases during four days of hearings held from August 10 to 13.The bench, headed by Justice Muhammad Hashim Khan Kakar, heard a total of 412 cases listed before the Lahore Registry during the four-day proceedings.According to an official report, the regular bench rejected 268 petitions, accepted 18 petitions and disposed of three other matters during the hearings.The court also fixed fresh hearing dates for 110 cases, while the remaining matters were dealt with in accordance with the orders passed by the bench.The proceedings reflected the Supreme Court’s continued efforts to expedite the disposal of pending cases and provide timely judicial relief to litigants.  

MURREE, 15 August, 2026 (Nosheen): Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) President Nawaz Sharif has pledged to transform Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) along the lines of Punjab’s development model, while calling for merit-based appointments in the regional cabinet.Addressing a gathering in Murree, Nawaz Sharif said political differences should not turn into personal enmity, stressing that he had always treated his political opponents with respect.He said political rivalry should remain within democratic limits and expressed the view that the political environment in Azad Kashmir had traditionally remained positive.Congratulating the candidates who won the Azad Kashmir elections, Nawaz Sharif said the PML-N had already secured a majority in the first two phases of the electoral process. He al...

ISLAMABAD, August 15, 2026(Kamran Raja): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) to utilise all available resources to provide immediate relief and assistance to people affected by floods following heavy monsoon rains across the country. The prime minister issued the directives during a meeting with NDMA Chairman Lieutenant General Inam Haider Malik, who briefed him on prevailing weather conditions and the flood situation resulting from the ongoing monsoon spell.Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif instructed the NDMA to maintain close and effective coordination with provincial governments and Provincial Disaster Management Authorities (PDMAs) to ensure timely assistance reaches affected communities. The prime minister also appreciated the use...

ISLAMABAD, 15 August, 2026(Nosheen) : Pakistan is emerging as a “hinge power” in global politics by leveraging its relations with the United States, China, Gulf states and Iran, according to a report published by the British newspaper Financial Times.The report highlighted Pakistan’s growing diplomatic significance, noting that Islamabad recently demonstrated its willingness to play a more active role in the evolving global order by facilitating direct talks between Washington and Tehran.According to the Financial Times, the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement involving Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and 2Türkiye is another reflection of Islamabad’s growing importance in regional security.The report said Pakistan’s ability to maintain interest-based partnerships with both Washington and Beijing rep...

Islamabad, 15 August 2026(Kamran Raja): President of Pakistan Asif Ali Zardari has conferred the prestigious Tamgha-e-Imtiaz (Medal of Excellence) upon Professor Dr. Nasir Mahmood, Vice Chancellor of Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU), in recognition of his outstanding services to the field of education.The national honour was conferred on the occasion of Pakistan’s Independence Day in acknowledgment of Professor Dr. Nasir Mahmood’s valuable contributions towards the promotion of education, provision of quality learning opportunities, professional development of teachers, advancement of research and improvement of educational institutions.His leadership, vision and commitment have played an important role in promoting positive and effective initiatives in the education sector and ...

Rawalpindi,14 August 2026(Ghufran): General Secretary of the Pakistan National Heart Association (PANAH), Sana Ullah Ghumman, has extended heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to the people of Pakistan on the occasion of the country’s 79th Independence Day.In his Independence Day message, Sana Ullah Ghumman said the occasion was not only an opportunity to remember the freedom and sacrifices of the nation’s heroes but also a reminder of the responsibility to protect and strengthen the Pakistan entrusted to the nation by its forefathers.He emphasized that a strong country requires a healthy population, both physically and mentally, and noted that PANAH has been working since 1984 to improve public health through awareness and promotion of healthy policies and lifestyles.“The...