2+ hour, 30+ min ago (330+ words) To promote business and economic cooperation, Pakistan and Egypt have agreed on concrete steps to facilitate private-sector partnerships and expand commercial linkages. During a meeting of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Arab Republic of Egypt, Dr Badr Ahmed Mohamed Abdelatty, with Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and delegation-level talks, the two sides decided to identify 250 Pakistani business houses in the first phase, which would be enhanced to 500 in the second phase for visa facilitation. The two sides reviewed the full spectrum of Pakistan'Egypt bilateral relations, including political, economic, trade and defence relations; cultural and educational cooperation; and collaboration in the health sector, including Egypt's support to Pakistan's national Hepatitis C elimination efforts. It will convene in the second quarter of 2026, on the sidelines of the meeting of the bilateral Joint Ministerial Commission (JMC). JMC would be…...

3+ hour, 41+ min ago (301+ words) Terming speculation about the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) notification as unnecessary and irresponsible, Defence Minister Khawaja Mohammad Asif has said that the process has been initiated for issuing the notification for the newly created post. "There is unnecessary and irresponsible speculation about CDF notification, he stated in a post shared on micro-blogging platform X (former Twitter) on Sunday. Khawaja Asif stated that there was no room for conjecturing, as the process has already been initiated, and as such, the notification would be issued in due course. "Please be informed that the process has been initiated. PM is returning shortly. Notification will be issued in due course of time. No room for any conjecturing, the post reads. His remarks came after speculations over the delay in the issuance of the formal notification, following the restructuring of the military command system…...

4+ hour, 32+ min ago (684+ words) Defending champions Sialkot will take on table toppers Karachi Blues in the final of the 68th edition of the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy, set to be played from 1-5 December at Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium. The winner of the tournament will bag prize money of PKR 7.5 million, while the runners-up will be awarded PKR 4 million. Player of the final will be awarded PKR 100k, while best bowler, batter, wicket-keeper and player of the tournament will be awarded PKR 250k each. The tournament is set to be broadcast on PTV Sports in and outside Pakistan and will be live-streamed on Tapmad in Pakistan. Ali Younis, Raja Asad, Salman Butt and Tariq Saeed will call the action from behind the mic for the fans tuning in to the final. Sialkot " who previously won in 2005-06, 2008-09 and 2024-25 seasons " will be looking to add a fourth title to their closet. Karachi Blues,…...

5+ hour, 34+ min ago (216+ words) LAHORE " The Punjab Healthcare Commission (PHC) sealed 492 illegal treatment centres across the province during November. As per a media release, enforcement teams from the PHC's Anti-Quackery Department inspected 2,128 medical facilities during the month. Out of these, 492 centres were found to be operated by individuals lacking requisite medical qualifications, and were hence shut down. On the other hand, the regulatory pressure has also prompted a noticeable shift in the healthcare landscape. Another 291 illegal treatment centres either relocated, voluntarily closed operations or started legitimate businesses. A further 1,123 facilities, where qualified physicians were present during raids, have been placed under ongoing surveillance to verify continuous legal compliance. Overall, Lahore recorded the highest number of 507 field visits, followed by Rawalpindi with 150 and Rahim Yar Khan with 132. Faisalabad recorded 127 visits, while Gujranwala recorded 99 and Sargodha 92. Lahore also accounted for the largest share of enforcement actions,…...

6+ hour, 9+ min ago (197+ words) Former South African skipper Faf du Plessis has announced bidding farewell to the Indian Premier League (IPL) to take up the new challenge of playing in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) upcoming season. "It's a big decision, and one that comes with a lot of gratitude when I look back," he stated in a post shared on micro-blogging platform X (former Twitter). "This year, I've chosen to take on a new challenge and will be playing in the upcoming PSL season. It's an exciting step for me " a chance to experience something new, to grow as a player, and to embrace a league filled with incredible talent and energy," he stated while expressing gratitude to former teammates, coaches, and support staff during his 14-year-long stay with the IPL. The legendary batter stated that he was looking forward to the Pakistani…...

7+ hour, 19+ min ago (328+ words) Pakistan has rejected the statement by the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights, terming the apprehensions over the 27th Constitutional Amendment as baseless. "Pakistan notes with deep concern the ungrounded and misplaced apprehensions aired on behalf of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights regarding the 27th constitutional amendment adopted by the two-thirds majority of the parliament, reads a statement shared by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on micro-blogging platform X (former Twitter) on Sunday. Like all parliamentary democracies, all legislation, as well as any amendment to the Constitution, remains the exclusive domain of the elected representatives of the people of Pakistan. Democracy and democratic methods form the bedrock of civil and political rights and must therefore be respected. The statement reads that the constitutional amendments adopted by the Parliament of Pakistan followed due procedures as enshrined in Pakistan's…...

7+ hour, 53+ min ago (382+ words) The penultimate round of the National Women's One-Day Tournament will be played at the HPC Ground and Iqbal Stadium in Faisalabad on Monday, December 1. In the eighth round, Conquerors and Stars beat Challengers and Strikers, respectively. Conquerors registered a thumping 148-run win over Challengers at the HPC Ground as they scored the highest total 300-9 in the stipulated 50 overs. Conquerors' opening duo of Saira Jabeen and Gull Feroza put on a dominating 171-run stand. Saira fell ten runs short of her century, departing for 90 off 104 balls, hitting 12 fours, while Gull struck 10 fours in her swift 67-ball 78. Challengers' Memoona Tippu Sultan removed both the openers with 198 runs on the board after 31 overs. Sidra Nawaz (31), Farzana Farooq (20), Iram Javed (17) and Ayesha Bilal (15) took their team to the 300-run mark. Apart from Memoona, Sana Talib and Quratulain picked up two wickets each for Challengers....

15+ hour, 53+ min ago (206+ words) Saudi govt announces 10 buses as gift for IIUI students The Saudi government has announced a gift of ten buses for the students of the International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI). Ambassador of Saudi Arabia to Pakistan, Nawaf Said Al-Malki handed over the buses to the administration of the IIU during a ceremony held at the university's new campus. Speaking on the occasion, the Saudi ambassador said that the brotherly ties between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia are exemplary and acknowledged worldwide, while IIUI has a special place in the heart of Saudi Arabia. He thanked the IIUI President and the university administration for their hospitality. President IIUI, Prof. Dr. Ahmed SaadAlahmed, extended gratitude to the government of Saudi Arabia for the generous endowment. He said such support further strengthens bilateral relations and contributes to facilitating students and staff at the university. Earlier…...

15+ hour, 54+ min ago (243+ words) Yuri Gagarin's monument unveiled in F-9 Park The Russian embassy has installed the first-ever monument in recognition of the decade-old diplomatic relations and friendship between the Russian Federation and Pakistan by unveiling a monument honouring Yuri Gagarin " the first human being who travelled into space. The monument has been installed at Islamabad's F-9 Fatima Jinnah Park, marking a new chapter in Russia'Pakistan scientific and cultural cooperation, said a statement issued by the Embassy of the Russian Federation. The ceremony was attended by Russian Energy Minister Sergei Tsivilev, Pakistan's Minister for Power Sardar Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari, Russian Ambassador Albert P. Khorev, Pakistan's Ambassador to Russia Faisal Niaz Tirmizi, and the Russian pilot-cosmonaut and Hero of Russia Elena Serova. Speaking on the occasion, Minister Tsivilev said, "This is the greatest feat in our shared history. A huge number of scientists are engaged in space…...

15+ hour, 57+ min ago (1047+ words) Sohail Asif A strategically significant Ten-Year Defense Framework Agreement was also signed on 3 June 2015, in New Delhi between the then US Defense A strategically significant Ten-Year Defense Framework Agreement was also signed on 3 June 2015, in New Delhi between the then US Defense Secretary Ashton Carter and his Indian counterpart, Manohar Parrikar. Now again on 31 October 25, during ASEAN summit, Indian Defense Minister and US Defense Secretary singed defense pact titled "Framework for the US-India Major Defense Partnership,. This was not a surprising moment for many as past 20 years efforts mark the defense ties between US and India. Both the signatories praised the agreement. Hegseth defined it online as "a cornerstone for regional stability and deterrence and told media that "It's a significant step for our two militaries, a roadmap for deeper and even more meaningful collaboration ahead. Singh glorified the "fruitful…...