Pakistan urges UNSC president to press India to restore Indus Waters Treaty | The Express Tribune

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pakistan s permanent representative ambassador asim iftikhar ahmad hands over a letter from deputy prime minister and foreign minister ishaq dar to un security council president ambassador jamal fares alrowaiei of bahrain photo x

Says suspension carries grave peace, security and humanitarian consequences for the region Pakistan’s Permanent Representative Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad hands over a letter from Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar to UN Security Council President Ambassador Jamal Fares Alrowaiei of Bahrain. Photo: X Pakistan on Thursday urged the United Nations to call upon … Read more

10 killed at Chagai mining project in Balochistan | The Express Tribune

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a mining shovel loads a mining truck at the los bronces copper mine photo reuter

Police report private security guards stationed at the site put up resistance, leading to a heavy exchange of fire A mining shovel loads a mining truck at the Los Bronces copper mine PHOTO: Reuter QUETTA: Unidentified armed men launched a deadly assault on a copper and gold mining project in the Chagai district of Balochistan … Read more

PM reaffirms commitment to eradicate polio as cases drop sharply in 2026 | The Express Tribune

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prime minister shehbaz sharif presided high level meeting on polio eradication on april 22 2026 in islamabad photo app

Officials say 1 polio case in 2026 vs 74 in 2024, 31 in 2025, showing sharp decline nationwide Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif presided high level meeting on polio eradication on April 22, 2026 in Islamabad. PHOTO: APP ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday reaffirmed the government’s resolve to completely eradicate polio from Pakistan, noting … Read more

Govt to offer electric bikes on easy instalments to employees up to Grade 16 | The Express Tribune

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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

PM 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 Grade 16 will be provided with electric bikes … Read more

FIR lodged over Rs6.6bn fraud involving benami accounts | The Express Tribune

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fia books suspects in rs6 6 billion fraud case

Benami accounts used in massive tax evasion scam; bank officials, company directors named in FIR The Federal Investigation Agency has registered a first information report (FIR) against multiple individuals, including company directors and bank officials, over an alleged fraud involving more than Rs6.6 billion. According to the FIR, the accused allegedly opened benami bank accounts … Read more

PM Shehbaz approves streamlining of P3A to expedite development projects | The Express Tribune

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Says PPP-based projects should be made part of the key performance indicators of ministries, departments PM Shehbaz chairs a high-level meeting in Islamabad to accelerate development projects through public-private partnerships. PHOTO: X Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday gave in-principle approval to further integrate and strengthen the Public-Private Partnership Authority (P3A) and its related framework … Read more

‘World watching with great expectation’: EU council chief hopes for US-Iran deal in call with PM | The Express Tribune

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Expresses appreciation for Pakistan’s constructive role, says EU ready to support process in every possible manner Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif (L) and President of the European Council Antonio Costa. Photos: File European Council President Antonio Costa on Monday expressed hope for a US-Iran agreement during a call with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, saying the “world is … Read more

Dar, Australian FM discuss Islamabad talks, stress dialogue amid global economic concerns | The Express Tribune

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deputy prime minister and foreign minister mohammad ishaq dar held a telephone conversation with australian foreign minister penny wong on sunday april 20th 2026

Both sides express concern over broader implications on global economy, especially for developing countries Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar held a telephone conversation with Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong on Sunday, April 20th, 2026. Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong on Monday praised Pakistan’s “constructive role” in facilitating dialogue between Iran and … Read more

PM Shehbaz reaffirms push for regional peace, diplomacy in talks with Iran’s Pezeshkian | The Express Tribune

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Both leaders discuss regional developments, agree on continued engagement and diplomatic efforts PM Shehbaz (right) holds talks with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian (left) on US-Iran ceasefire Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to advancing regional peace and security with the support of partners during a telephone conversation with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. … Read more

Engr Muhammad Ali Mirza survives gun attack in Jhelum, assailant killed in police firing | The Express Tribune

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Armed man opened fire outside Mirza’s academy; security constable injured in foot, now out of danger, says police Religious scholar Engineer Muhammad Ali Mirza survived an attack on Sunday outside the Quran-o-Sunnah Research Academy in Jhelum. The attacker was killed in police firing, while a policeman was injured. Police spokesperson Kashif Kiani said Mirza was … Read more