News Editor at Pakistan Today
Pakistan’s Interior Ministry dismissed claims of “country- or sect-specific” deportations from the UAE as propaganda, saying any expulsions, if any, follow legal and immigration violations. It also cites ETDs issued by Pakistani missions in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Qatar’s PM discussed regional developments in a cordial call, agreeing to strengthen coordination for peace and stability. Shehbaz urged an Emir visit as Doha pledged continued support for Pakistan-led diplomacy.
PM Shehbaz Sharif says national progress needs uplift of Gilgit-Baltistan and AJK, inaugurating a 100MW solar project, distributing free 58MW panels, expanding Safe City, and launching Daanish Schools plus youth support.
Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz orders a strict PERA crackdown on officials accused of illegal activities, warns of imprisonment, and directs body cameras by June 30 with PERA 360 dashboard monitoring.
Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar says Pakistan’s mediation helped bring US and Iran to direct talks for the first time in 47 years and now aims to turn an indefinitely extended ceasefire into lasting peace.
PM Shehbaz Sharif says Pakistan helped bring Iran and the US to the negotiating table for the first time since 1979, supporting a ceasefire path and regional peace.
Punjab becomes the first province to move toward establishing a General Insurance Company under CM Maryam Nawaz, with plans for comprehensive health coverage and specialised schemes.
Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz met MPAs, touting faster development across roads, drainage, clean water, “Suthra Punjab” sanitation, health upgrades, housing and free electric buses.
Deputy PM and FM Ishaq Dar says Pakistan’s mediation could end the US-Iran conflict soon, citing advanced “Islamabad Talks.” The Strait of Hormuz faces renewed US-Iran maritime tensions.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif orders Pakistan’s shift to hydropower, solar and biogas to cut imported fuel reliance, while mandating smart meters and action against power theft. Losses fall to 15.3% and 400MW will be supplied to the private sector under the Wheeling System.
Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zaidong met Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, reaffirming the All-Weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership. Dar also chaired a consular services review to improve support for overseas Pakistanis.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif directs comprehensive hepatitis and HIV screening in public hospitals, orders an integrated disease reporting system, accelerates the Hepatitis Control Programme, and pushes AD syringes nationwide.
