News Editor at Pakistan Today
Senator Sherry Rehman hailed Pakistan’s diplomatic rise, saying it created space for dialogue and helped shift India and Pakistan from war-like tensions to sustained talks, with support from key allies.
Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz directs strict weekly reporting on PDM and Model Village projects in 51 cities, announces municipal upgrade machinery, and welcomes Sikh pilgrims for Vaisakhi.
Mustafa Khan, coached by Muhammad Farhan, impressed at the Sher-e-Punjab National Junior Squash Championship 2026 in Lahore, reaching the U-13 final and finishing runner-up after a competitive match.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met Saudi Finance Minister Mohammed bin Abdullah Al Jadaan, reaffirming Pakistan’s commitment to expand trade and investment cooperation with Riyadh.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif calls the upcoming US–Iran negotiations in Islamabad a “make-or-break” moment, urging prayers for lasting peace and crediting Pakistan’s mediation for a fragile ceasefire.
Punjab Police has launched a province-wide behavioural training under CM Maryam Nawaz’s vision, teaching officers courtesy and dignity. 35,500 personnel have been trained so far as the module becomes permanent.
Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz approved a dedicated Punjab Cyber Crime Unit to curb social media harassment and blackmail. The plan includes mobile units, a Virtual Police Station, and the Punjab Online Safety Act 2026 for strict punishments.
Pakistan will host the first round of US-Iran ceasefire negotiations in Islamabad on Saturday, after a two-week truce. Trump sends JD Vance’s team as Israel strikes intensify.
Opposition Leader Mehmood Khan Achakzai extends unconditional support to Pakistan’s government for mediating Middle East peace, praises the US–Iran ceasefire, and calls Nawaz Sharif, Zardari and Imran Khan to hold dialogue.
Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz hailed Pakistan’s pivotal role in the Iran–US ceasefire, praising PM Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir for efforts that helped avert potential global conflict.
PM Shehbaz Sharif spoke with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, condemning the Al Jubail oil facility attack and reaffirming Pakistan’s solidarity as Islamabad pushes mediation to de-escalate Middle East tensions.
Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz directs PERA to regulate LPG prices and sets a two-week cleanliness deadline. She orders 24-hour transport fare reports, strict action on hoarding, and AI monitoring under “Suthra Punjab.”
