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ISLAMABAD: – The President of Pakistan Asif Ali Zardari has summoned a joint session of Parliament tomorrow on Tuesday. According to a private news channel report, a bill for the protection of journalists and media workers is likely to be presented in the session of parliament. In addition, the bill for the Minority Rights Commission and the Pakistan Animal Council are also likely to be presented in the joint session of Parliament. The joint session will be held after 9 months, in which PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari and Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman will also address. In the…
DHAKA: Former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina Wajid has been sentenced to 5 years in prison in a corruption case. According to Bangladeshi media, Sheikh Hasina’s sister has been sentenced to 7 years in prison, in addition to Sheikh Hasina’s niece and British MP Tulip Siddique has been sentenced to 2 years in prison. According to Bangladeshi media, the other accused named in the corruption case were sentenced to 5.5 years in prison. The accused were accused of buying a plot in Dhaka’s diplomat area through influence. Earlier, Sheikh Hasina has also been sentenced to death and 21 years in…
Lok Mela 2025 had kicked off with the theme of ‘Pakistan Unique Culture Identity’ at the historic Lok Virsa in Shakarparian, Islamabad earlier this month. As per the details, Lok Virsa has hosted the cultural Mela every year since 1981, bringing together artists, musicians and singers from across Pakistan. Lok Virsa, formally the National Institute of Folk & Traditional Heritage, was created in 1974, tasked with researching, documenting, preserving and promoting the folk and traditional heritage of Pakistan, including crafts, music, folk arts and intangible cultural traditions. Over the years, Lok Virsa has done a commendable job, not only through…
Dr. Herbalist by Hemani successfully launched its innovative new range of 11 functional wellness gummies in Karachi on 25th November 2025. The star-studded evening featured the brand’s ambassador, cricket legend Wasim Akram, along with Founder and CEO Zohair Hemani, The event marked a significant milestone for a brand that is available in more than 87 countries worldwide and continues to champion simple, accessible wellness. Speaking at the launch event, Zohair Hemani shared his enthusiasm for the brand’s latest breakthrough,“We’re excited to launch our new range of 11 functional gummies with Wasim Akram, a partnership that reflects our commitment to simple,…
The possibility of replacing Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi is being expressed. According to the media reports, 6 names are under consideration for the new Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor, including 3 political figures and three former military officers. Reports say that the names of Amir Haider Khan Hoti, Aftab Sherpao and Pervez Khattak are under consideration among the political figures. The names of Lieutenant General (retd) Khalid Rabbani, Lieutenant General (retd) Ghayur Mahmood and Lieutenant General (retd) Tariq Khan are also under consideration for the post of Governor of KP. Lieutenant General (retd) Ghayur Mahmood, Lieutenant General (retd) Tariq Khan…
Voting has begun for by-elections in six National Assembly and seven Punjab Assembly constituencies. Polling will continue without interruption until 5 pm. The by-elections started on schedule. Citizens began arriving early in the morning to cast their votes. In NA-129, covering densely populated areas of Lahore, polling stations have also opened. There has been a noticeable turnout at the camps of the ruling Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N). Tight security arrangements have been implemented for the elections. Special provisions have been made for the convenience of voters, including the elderly and women. The Punjab government has deployed teams from the “Clean…