News Editor at Pakistan Today
Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz Sharif arrives in Baku for a three-day visit, representing Pakistan at the World Urban Forum and presenting her “Apni Chhat, Apna Ghar” housing model. She meets President Ilham Aliyev on May 17.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif says Pakistan is rapidly moving toward a full digital revolution, highlighting AI Policy 2025, a transparent 5G spectrum auction, expanded fibre networks, and growing IT exports.
Bannu Police say they killed five highly wanted militants, including a commander linked to the Fateh Khel Police Post suicide attack, in “Intiqam-e-Shuhada.” Peace Committee vows continued operations and warns against facilitators.
Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz says building a peaceful, harmonious and inclusive society remains her government’s core vision, stressing equal rights and rejecting extremism. She also mourns veteran journalist Altaf Hussain Qureshi.
Azam Nazeer Tarar dismisses reports of imminent 28th Constitutional Amendment moves, saying no immediate discussions exist and any changes require full coalition consensus and stakeholder consultations.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif urges unity and tolerance on the International Day of Living Together in Peace, pledging dignity and equality for all and citing constitutional protections and human rights plans.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed Pakistan-China “historic and all-weather” ties, welcoming IBI’s Digital Economy Headquarters in Pakistan and highlighting digital cooperation to drive investment and industrial growth.
Rana Sanaullah told the Senate PTI founder and Bushra Bibi receive the best available medical treatment in Pakistan. He said jail meetings follow IHC-approved procedures and were settled by court mechanisms.
Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz calls for renewed commitment to love, respect and unity within households on International Day of Families, praising welfare outreach and mourning former minister Malik Nadeem Kamran.
Pakistan’s Attaullah Tarar alleges a foreign-backed disinformation campaign aims to discredit Islamabad’s Iran–US mediation efforts. The Foreign Office also rejects CBS claims and “do more” reports involving China.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif tells Azerbaijan President Ilham Aliyev’s side that Pakistan-Azerbaijan ties are “brotherly” and strengthening. He also reviews housing reforms, digitisation, and affordable housing priorities.
Pakistan’s Foreign Office says relations with the UAE remain strong and brotherly, rejecting reports of mass worker expulsions. It cites $8b trade, a 2.2m diaspora, and calls for dialogue in the region.
