Ishaq Dar wears another hat as PM Shehbaz reconstitutes SIFC committee

Ishaq Dar is already working as FM, deputy PM and heading Privatisation Committee

PPP seeks more time from PML-N for consultation on reserved seats issue

Azam Nazeer Tarar and Attorney General gave a legal briefing on the reserved seats

President underlines need of unity; seeking guidance from supreme sacrifices of Karbala

The president said that shahadat of Imam Hussain (RA) carried a great lesson for the Ummah

Govt doomed to crumble under its own weight : Barrister Saif

Urges people to keep a watchful eye on those intending to flee to London

PM Shehbaz, PML-N President Nawaz discuss political situation

Supreme Court decision on reserved seats, IMF deal also came under discussion

Enough tax collection means no more IMF programmes: PM Shehbaz Sharif

Staff-level agreement has been reached with IMF, says PM

Shehbaz harps on 'tough decisions' mantra in face of stringent IMF demands

During cabinet meeting, PM asks ministries to step up performance

ISI mandated to trace, intercept phone calls, messages

Notification says ISI officers authorised for task must hold a rank not lower than Grade 18

Ayub denounces federal budget as 'economic terrorism against Pakistanis'

PTI leader berates ruling PML-N over ignorance of challenges facing common Pakistanis

Cash-strapped Pakistan to hammer out $6.5bn deal with IMF soon, sources

PM office likely to contact international lender in a few days for finalising the deal

PM Shehbaz Sharif pays day-long visit to Karachi today

PM to direct improvements in import and export sector

Oil and gas exploration companies promise $5bn investment in Pakistan

Shehbaz forms a committee headed by Ishaq Dar for policy formulation

All parties to participate in APC: Ata Tarar

End of terrorism, extremism will bring stability to Pakistan: Federal Info Minister

Imran nods PTI's participation in APC on Operation Azm-e-Istehkam

Khan warns against aggravation of security situation without thaw in Pak-Afghan ties

PM Shehbaz convenes APC to bring consensus on Operation Azm-e-Istehkam

PM will take all political parties into confidence

Afghan soil must not be used to export terrorism: Shehbaz Sharif

Urges SCO member states for taking comprehensive measures to fight extremism

JI emir Hafiz Naeem announces "Haq do Awaam ko" movement

In a solo flight, JI to start sit-in in Islamabad

PM Shehbaz on his way to Kazakhstan to participate in twin SCO summits

Premier likely to meet Russian President Putin, Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev today

Barrister Saif decries pitfalls of 'IMF-dictated budget'

Govt is making people's lives miserable as IMF-dictated budget starts trickling down, laments Saif

PM Shehbaz commends Police, FC for thwarting terror attack in Khyber district

Police officer Ijaz and FC officer Shehzad embraced martyrdom to defend motherland

Barrister Saif negates PM's claim of provision of Rs590 billion to KP

Says government created rift between armed forces and public

FBR has important role in country's economy: PM

Customs Appellate Tribunals to be established, says PM Shehbaz

Terrorism is a national issue, mustn't be associated with one province, says Barrister Saif

Operation will be launched only after approval of KP Assembly

Release of Imran Khan, other detainees precondition for dialogue: Omar Ayub

Says reconciliation only if government accepts mistreatment of PTI leaders

Let's agree on charter of economy: PM to opposition

Shehbaz says he wishes to extend an invitation to opposition for negotiations

Fazl rejects govt's claim of 'people-friendly' budget

JUI-F chief incensed with govt over undue taxes

President, PM vow to make Pakistan drug free

Cooperation and strong action needed against drugs

PM calls for promoting alternative energy sources

Shehbaz Sharif chairs crucial Petroleum Division meeting

Bilawal sees salvation in charter of economy

In a mixed bag speech, young PPP chairman assails govt for reluctance to include PPP in budget talks

Shehzad Roy speaks up for teachers, wants no tax on books

Singer urges the government to alter the decision

PML-N, PPP reach consensus over budget, other issues

Two sides to meet again today for sorting out differences

All political parties back CPEC, call it game changer

Fazlur Rehman, Yusuf Raza Gilani, Ayaz Sadiq, Ahsan Iqbal, Hina Rabbani Khar among key note speakers

PM Shehbaz assures Governor Kundi of assistance for welfare of KP people

PM Shehbaz assures Governor Kundi of assistance for welfare of KP people

Bilawal to meet PM Shehbaz to discuss reservations over federal budget

The PPP chairman will discuss the issues related to the Punjab and centre

Feudals are exempted from tax while salaried class suffers, says Hafiz Naeem

Questions how imposing new taxes will reduce inflation

PM Shehbaz, Tajik president exchange Eid greetings

PM Shehbaz, Tajik president exchange Eid greetings

In a first, PM Shehbaz to head all-important Ecnec

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb will sit in meetings as member

Economic indicators showing improvement in economy, says Atta Tarar

Asserted that Pakistan will be one of the largest economy in the world

PM Shehbaz calls on Fazl to muster support for budget, political crisis

The PM stresses the need for supremacy of democracy and constitution

President Asif Zardari stresses to provide relief to poor and middle class in federal budget

government is all set to present federal budget of over Rs18,500 billion today

PM Shehbaz vows to ensure complete eradication of polio

Announces state of the art constructions of Quaid-e-Azam Health Tower in the Federal Capital

PM grieved over death of Malawi vice president in a plane crash

Saulos Chilima died in a plane crash along with nine other passengers

Income tax exemption limit retained at Rs600,000

Currently, the upper limit for non-taxable annual earnings is Rs600,000

Shehbaz Sharif congratulates Modi on taking oath as prime minister

Move comes a week after the Indian premier took oath of his office for a third term

Pakistan budget will aim to set stage for IMF programme

Islamabad is in talks for a loan estimated to be anything between $6bn to $8bn

In letter to PM, Gandapur expresses concern over exclusion of KP projects from PSDP

In the letter, the CM says Planning Committee's decision deeply disappointing

NEC meets today as govt wants to increase development budget

The 13-member constitutional body headed by Prime Minister Shehbaz was formed last week

You, the PTI, damaged democracy. Don't blame us: Nawaz

Describes Shahid Khaqan Abbasi as wonderful person who stood by him during a difficult period

Shehbaz visits historic Terracotta Warriors Museum

Praises Chinese craftmen for their work produced in around 200 BC

Pakistan, China sign 23 accords for cooperation in industry, key sectors

PM Shehbaz Sharif and Chinese Premier Li Qiang witness the ceremony

PM Shehbaz has a packed agenda in Beijing today

PM Shehbaz has a packed agenda in Beijing today

Proposals for 10pc to 20pc Pakistan wage hike under consideration

Increase in other benefits, including medical and conveyance allowances, also on the table

PM Shehbaz reaches China on five-day official visit

Premier to hold crucial meetings with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Prime Minister Li Qiang

PM urges auto industry to start local manufacturing

Shehbaz says efforts afoot to boost country's exports

PM Shehbaz reviews arrangements for upcoming China visit

PM Shehbaz reviews arrangements for upcoming China visit

PML-N huddle decides giving relief to masses in upcoming budget

Meeting was co-chaired by party president Nawaz Sharif and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif

On UN Peacekeepers Day, PM lauds Blue Helmets' contributions to peace

The day also honours more than 4,000 peacekeepers who have lost their lives

PM Shehbaz invites Chinese firms to establish textile industry in Pakistan

Premier says Pakistan also desires to enhance cooperation with China in agriculture, IT and energy

PM takes notice of unbridled loadshedding as shortfall tops 6,000MW

PM to receive briefing on power demand and supply

Saad Rafique, Rana Mashhood call on PM Shehbaz in Lahore

Discussed economic and political matters

PM Shehbaz commends Norway's decision to recognise state of Palestine

Prime Minister had a telephone call with his Norwegian counterpart Jonas Gahr Store

Sharifs' ambition to vanquish Imran Khan, Gandapur won't materialise, says Saif

CM's aide says even while in power, mandate thieves are apprehensive of jailed PTI founder

PM reiterates Pakistan's support for Chinese stance on Taiwan

"Pakistan has always extended its principled support to the Chinese position on Taiwan," he wrote

PM rejects FBR's suggestions on petroleum, sales tax

Directs FBR chairman to come up with alternate steps

PM Shehbaz says will not tolerate obstacles to foreign investment

Meeting began at 1pm at Prime Minister's House

PM Shehbaz reaches UAE to hold investment talks

Meeting with President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan is scheduled

PM Shehbaz greets Buddhist community on Vesak festival

PM Shehbaz greets Buddhist community on Vesak festival

PM Shehbaz meets Iran's supreme leader to condole President Raisi's tragic death

Shehbaz Sharif also attended the memorial ceremony in the honour of Ebrahim Raisi in Tehran

PM for steps to grant industrial status to gems, precious stones sector

Shehbaz orders immediate activation of Gems and Jewelry Development Company

PM Shehbaz to visit Iran today to condole President Raisi's death

Premier will meet Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Imam Khamenei, Acting President Dr Mokhber

Inquiry committee holds four officers responsible for wheat import scandal

PM Shehbaz approves recommendations for action against delinquent food ministry officers

CJP Isa deposits gifted pen with Toshakhana

Pen, Bab-e-Kaaba, was later kept in the Supreme Court museum

Pakistan mourns President Raisi's death; PM, president express sorrow

PPP chief Bilawal, Interior Minister Naqvi also offer condolences

More Pakistani students return home as situation in Bishkek remains tense

Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar understates Kyrgyzstan unrest

Nawaz questions his disqualification in address to party's working committee

He heaps praise on party loyalists, call them assets worth gold

PM directs envoy to extend all possible help to Pakistani students

Says govt will bear expensive of students' return to Pakistan

Chinese firm aims to expand investments in Pakistan, shows interest in mining sector

PM Shehbaz assures Chinese company of maximum facilitation

PM Shehbaz honours hockey team for Azlan Shah cup performance

A graceful ceremony was held in Islamabad

Prime minister for all-out efforts to deal with mounting Pakistan debt

Says some miscreants resorted to violence as people in AJK were exercising their democratic right

Pakistan to be fully changed if 'Nawaz's fourth term' is completed: Maryam

Says there is no crisis, she has shut the door to corruption in wheat procurement

PM Shehbaz due in AJK today

Premier will meet AJK PM, address cabinet

Federal Cabinet meets today to assess economic, political situation

Cabinet will also receive a briefing on negotiations with IMF mission

PM Shehbaz approves Rs23bn for AJK to douse flames of anguish

Kashmiri leaders thank the prime minister for swift move

Federal cabinet declares PTI main culprit in May 9 riots

Proposes legislation to bring the preparators to justice

Minister Tarar, Chinese ambassador discuss CPEC, PM's upcoming China visit

Tarar tells Zaidong all eyes set on upcoming visit of PM Shehbaz Sharif to China

May 9 was a coup attempt planned to introduce dictatorship: Shehbaz

Questions why the perpetrators haven’t been punished

Massive reduction in Punjab flour prices, 20kg bag costing Rs1,000 less: Bilal Yasin

Also talks about effective implementation of new bread prices

Pakistan highly values its multifaceted ties with Italy: PM

Italian ambassador Marilina Armellin called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif

All set for Nawaz's return as PML-N president again

PML-N veteran Kh Saad Rafique will become the secretary general

Pakistan means business, aid no more a focus: Musadik Malik

Promises an end to red tape and monopoly

Wheat import scandal: Inquiry committee set to present report to PM today

Pakistan Kissan Ittehad will also announce plans for further action today

Pakistan most suitable for Saudi investment: Ibrahim Al-Mubarak

Says the kingdom wants an economically strong Pakistan

PPP mulling over joining federal govt, expected to get important ministries

Development comes after Shehbaz made the offer yet again

Saudi businessmen land in Islamabad as Pakistan eyes foreign investment

Govt sources are expecting agreements and MoUs to the tune of $10bn

PM Shehbaz congratulates Sadiq Khan on re-election as mayor of London

PM Shehbaz congratulates Sadiq Khan on re-election as mayor of London

PM on wheat import scandal: Fix the responsibility, furnish a report by Monday

Orders cabinet secretary to submit findings in unambiguous terms

PM Shehbaz likely to attend PML-N sitting to mull strategy amid wheat crisis

Reorganisation of the party will also be discussed in the meeting

PM hopeful of productive engagement with upcoming Saudi delegation

Shehbaz reviews progress on Saudi investment in Pakistan

No intention to be strict with JUI-F rally in Karachi, says Sanaullah

No intention to be strict with JUI-F rally in Karachi, says Sanaullah

PM Shehbaz saddened by passing of UAE's Sheikh Tahnoun bin Mohamed

PM Shehbaz saddened by passing of UAE’s Sheikh Tahnoun bin Mohamed

Govt cognisant of value of labourers in national economy, says PM Shehbaz

Govt cognisant of value of labourers in national economy, says PM

PM forms committee to probe wheat import during caretaker govt

PM forms committee to probe wheat import during caretaker govt

Shehbaz is relieved after IMF decided to release $1.1bn tranche

Notes SBA remains only second programme in Pakistan’s history after the success under elder Sharif

Pakistan Saudi Arabia's priority for investment, says Saudi minister

Kasabi says a delegation of Saudi businessmen will visit Pakistan soon

Ishaq Dar's appointment as deputy PM raises questions

Notification does not clarify what would be the powers of the deputy prime minister

PM Shehbaz, Kuwaiti emir discuss bilateral ties

PM Shehbaz, Kuwaiti emir discuss bilateral ties

PM reaffirms commitment to revive Pakistan's economy in meeting with IMF chief

PM reaffirms commitment to revive Pakistan’s economy in meeting with IMF chief

Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar appointed deputy prime minister

Dar given additional charge following Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's approval

PM Shehbaz calls for global health equity, climate resilience at WEF

PM Shehbaz calls for global health equity, climate resilience at WEF

PM Shehbaz to attend, address WEF special session on global health

On the sidelines of the WEF, he will meet Emir of Kuwait Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah

PM Shehbaz touches down in Riyadh for WEF's special meeting

PM Shehbaz touches down in Riyadh for WEF’s special meeting

PM raises wheat procurement targets after complaints from farmers

PM raises wheat procurement targets after complaints from farmers

PM leaves for Riyadh to attend WEF's special meeting on global cooperation

Premier Shehbaz Sharif is also expected to hold meetings with important world leaders

PM forms committee to consult provinces on climate policy, carbon credits

PM forms committee to consult provinces on climate policy, carbon credits

Nawaz Sharif set to lead PML-N again

Nawaz Sharif all set to lead PML-N again

Cabinet briefed on progress of PIA privatisation

Cabinet briefed on progress of PIA privatisation

PM Shehbaz chairs high-level meeting to drive power sector reforms

PM Shehbaz chairs high-level meeting to drive power sector reforms

Tania Aidrus to spearhead Pakistan's digital initiatives

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif recently approved her appointment

Businessmen want PM Shehbaz to reconcile with PTI founder, improve ties with India

Businessmen want PM Shehbaz to reconcile with jailed PTI founder, improve ties with India

Pakistan, Iran for energy cooperation including IP Gas Pipeline

A joint statement after President Raisi’s visit mentions terrorism as common threat

Delay in tax cases: PM directs to suspend Chief Commissioner Inland Revenue, officials

The prime minister also asked for initiating an inquiry against them, PM Office Media Wing said in a

PTI founder, spouse still listed, as names of former cabinet members taken off ECL

PTI founder, spouse still listed, as names of former cabinet members taken off ECL

PM Shehbaz to undertake China visit in May to fast-track CPEC projects, says Mashhood

PM Shehbaz to undertake China visit in May to fast-track CPEC projects, says Mashhood

PM Shehbaz orders accelerating countrywide drive against smuggling

PM Shehbaz orders accelerating countrywide drive against smuggling

Shehbaz Sharif's statement to Faizabad Dharna Commission comes to the fore

Instructions were given to support Islamabad administration

PM Shehbaz orders expediting privatisation, outsourcing of Discos

PM Shehbaz orders expediting privatisation, outsourcing of Discos

PM says will personally monitor Saudi investment in Pakistan

PM says will personally monitor Saudi investment in Pakistan

Saudi delegation's successful visit will lead to hefty investment in Pakistan: PM

Says Saudi delegation visited Pakistan on the special interest of Crown Prince Mohammad Bin Salman

Federal cabinet meets today to discuss nine-point agenda

Reorganisation of accountability courts is included in agenda of the cabinet meeting

Shehbaz vows to check power theft, Nepra seeks tariff hikes amid reduced consumption

Prime minister for promoting renewables, improving transmission system, crushing mafias

PM Shehbaz Sharif to preside over sessions of various ministries

PM to meet a high-level Saudi delegation as well

Baisakhi is the festival of kindness and happiness, says PM Shehbaz Sharif

PM Shehbaz Sharif extends heartfelt Baisakhi greetings to Sikh community

PM reaffirms commitment to wipe out menace of terrorism

Shehbaz Sharif seeks report into Noshki incident

PIA flight from Saudi Arabia redirected to Lahore to disembark VIPs

Islamabad-bound flight diverted to Lahore, inconveniencing other passengers

PM Shehbaz offers Eid prayers in Lahore

PM Shehbaz offers Eid prayers in Lahore

President Zardari, PM Shehbaz exchange Eid greetings

President Zardari, PM Shehbaz exchange Eid greetings

Will impose education emergency in Pakistan, says PM Shehbaz

Says 26 million boys and girls are out of school

PM Shehbaz concludes visit to Saudi Arabia

PM Shehbaz concludes visit to Saudi Arabia

Shehbaz, MBS agree to expedite first phase of $5bn Saudi investment in Pakistan

Shehbaz, MBS agree to expedite first phase of $5bn Saudi investment in Pakistan

Pakistan stocks on a high, KSE-100 breaches 69,000 ceiling

Latest gains comes after Saudi Crown MBS hosted Shehbaz in Makkah

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif performs Umrah

Prime Minister Mian Shahbaz Sharif and the delegation offered special prayers

PM, Saudi Crown Prince discuss bilateral ties

The two leaders reaffirmed common resolve to further strengthen bilateral ties

PM Shehbaz condoles death of former Punjab chief secretary

PM Shehbaz said that late Javed Mehmood was a very capable officer.

Saudi crown prince invites PM Shehbaz to Iftar

Saudi crown prince invites PM Shehbaz to Iftar

PM Shehbaz arrives in Makkah to perform Umrah

PM Shehbaz arrives in Makkah to perform Umrah

PM Shehbaz Sharif offers prayers at Masjid-e-Nabvi (PBUH)

Made special prayers for national progress and prosperity

PM Shehbaz touches down in Saudi Arabia on a three-day official visit

PM Shehbaz touches down in Saudi Arabia on a three-day visit

Pakistan welcomes foreign investment, businesses, says PM Shehbaz

Pakistan welcomes foreign investment, businesses, says PM Shehbaz

PM Shehbaz to leave for Saudi Arabia today

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will perform Umrah during his visit to Saudi Arabia.

Govt to establish Danish schools in Islamabad, other areas of country: PM

Govt to establish Danish schools in Islamabad, other areas of country: PM

PM orders formulation of plan to increase revenue

PM orders formulation of plan to increase revenue

Cabinet approves submission of Fiscal Policy Statement to National Assembly

Cabinet approves submission of Fiscal Policy Statement to National Assembly

Shehbaz expected to meet MBS as Saudi Arabia invites him for Umrah

Riyadh is ready to invest in Reko Diq and other projects

PM for initiatives to attract top talent

PM for initiatives to attract top talent

PM felicitates newly-elected senators

PM Shehbaz said the Senate elections were the continuation of democratic process.

PM Shehbaz says promotion of foreign investment is govt's top priority

The prime minister says the establishment of SIFC has helped restore confidence of investors

PM Shehbaz says promotion of foreign direct investment top priority of his govt

Instructs ministries to enhance contact with Gulf countries regarding progress on respective MoUs

PM Shehbaz sets ambitious goal to double country's exports in five years

PM Shehbaz sets ambitious goal to double country's exports in five years

Iranian ambassador discusses bilateral relations with PM Shehbaz

Iranian ambassador discusses bilateral relations with PM Shehbaz

Nawaz, Shehbaz cast their votes for Senate election

Polling was held in National as well as Sindh and Punjab assemblies

PM assures foolproof security arrangements for Chinese nationals

PM assures foolproof security arrangements for Chinese nationals

Atta Tarar says ministries directed to achieve targets

Ministers will be lauded for their good performance

Biden extends congratulations, commits support to new Pakistan govt

President Biden extends congratulations, commits support to new Pakistan govt

Commission to probe IHC judges' allegations, says law minister

Commission to probe IHC judges' allegations, says law minister

Pakistan vows swift action after terrorist attack on Chinese engineers

Civil, military leaders unite in firm commitment to eradicate terrorism, as joint probe ordered

Shehbaz ponders upon protecting Chinese in Pakistan

Meeting will discuss the affairs after Shangla suicide bombing

PM Shehbaz convenes cabinet meeting on Wednesday

The cabinet will discuss a four-point agenda during the meeting.

PM Shehbaz urges expansion of trade, investment with Germany

PM Shehbaz urges expansion of trade, investment with Germany

PM reiterates commitment to freedom of expression in meeting with PBA team

PBA chief Shakeel Masood, Secretary-General Mian Amer Mahmood, Mir Ibrahim call on PM Shehbaz

PM Shehbaz orders swift action against tax defaulters, evaders

PM Shehbaz orders swift action against tax defaulters, evaders

Gas price hikes angers Shehbaz, as he orders a forensic audit

Seeks plans to establish industrial zones for boosting power consumption, tackling circular debt

PM felicitates Hindu community on Holi festival

PM Shehbaz extended his felicitations to Hindu community

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia stand proudly together at all times: PM Shehbaz

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia stand proudly together at all times, says PM Shehbaz

ECC reconstituted with Aurangzeb as its chairman

Move comes just a day after the earlier notification

PM Shehbaz, Saudi defence minister discuss bilateral cooperation

Exchange views on enhancing collaboration in defence and security

On Pakistan Day, PM vows to put country on track of economic recovery

PM said government was committed to put Pakistan on the path to economic recovery and prosperity.

PM forms Cabinet committees to revamp economy

Premier Shehbaz Sharif will chair these committees

Reko Diq project's feasibility study to be completed by year-end, PM Shehbaz learns

Shehbaz Sharif says Reko Diq project will prove to be a game-changer for Balochistan

Govt's tough decisions to steer country out of crisis: state minister

Govt's tough decisions to steer country out of crisis: state minister

PM vows tough measures to tackle economic challenges, protect the vulnerable

PM vows tough measures to tackle economic challenges, protect vulnerable

Punjab govt mulling over a package for those consuming up to 300 units of electricity

Mujtaba Shujaur Rehman says the next year budget will be one of the best