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Petroleum Levy Talks: Government Seeks Three More Days from Jamaat-e-Islami
Islamabad (HRNW) — Talks between the government and Jamaat-e-Islami over the petroleum levy are continuing, with the government seeking three more days to address the matter. According to sources, the government delegation requested Jamaat-e-Islami to give it an additional three days for consultation and progress on the issue. The government also asked the party not…
Decision to Expedite Execution of Arrest Warrants Against PTI Leaders
Islamabad (HRNW) — Following the arrest of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Hammad Azhar, authorities have reportedly decided to expedite the execution of previously issued arrest warrants against other PTI leaders wanted in various cases. According to sources, PTI leaders facing court-issued warrants in connection with various cases, including the November 2024 D-Chowk protest, could face…
Pakistan-Saudi Arabia Defence Cooperation Continues, Implementation of Agreement Will Take Time: FO
Islamabad (HRNW) — The Foreign Office spokesperson has said that defence cooperation between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia is continuing, while implementation of the recently signed defence agreement will require some time. During the Foreign Office’s weekly briefing, the spokesperson said that Pakistani forces are present in Saudi Arabia for training and logistical purposes. The spokesperson…
28th Amendment May Remove Immunity Clause, Says Muhammad Malick
Islamabad (HRNW) — Senior journalist and analyst Muhammad Malick has claimed that the proposed 28th Constitutional Amendment may seek to remove a provision relating to legal immunity for the President of Pakistan and the Chief of Army Staff. According to Malick, the 27th Constitutional Amendment amended Article 248 of the Constitution and provided what he…
78th Death Anniversary of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah Observed Today
Karachi (HRNW) — The 78th death anniversary of the Founder of Pakistan and Father of the Nation, Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, is being observed across the country today with profound respect and reverence. The nation is remembering the great leader for his extraordinary political vision, principled leadership and tireless struggle that led to the creation…
Government Signs 30-Year Agreement With Jamshoro Coal Power Plant Amid IPP Contract Concerns
Islamabad (HRNW)- While the government has been claiming progress toward ending Independent Power Producer (IPP) contracts, questions have emerged over the signing of new agreements extending for 30 to 40 years. Details have surfaced regarding existing IPP agreements and their respective validity periods. It has also been revealed that the current government entered into new agreements…
Federal Constitutional Court to Hear Petition Challenging Sohail Afridi’s Election as KP Chief Minister
Islamabad (HRNW)- The Federal Constitutional Court has fixed September 14 for the hearing of a petition challenging the election of Sohail Afridi as Chief Minister. A three-member bench headed by Justice Amin-ud-Din Khan will hear the case. Justice Aamer Farooq and Justice Ali Baqar Najafi are also part of the bench. The petition was filed by…
Lahore Air Quality Expected to Improve as Winds Disperse Pollutants
Lahore (HRNW)- Air quality in Lahore is expected to remain moderate throughout the day, with southeasterly and easterly winds blowing at speeds of 5 to 9 miles per hour helping disperse air pollutants. According to the Environment Department, the increased wind speed is expected to facilitate the dispersion and clearance of pollutants, leading to further improvement…
Fossil Fuels Identified as Major Source of Black Carbon Pollution in Lahore
Lahore (HRNW)- Fossil fuels are contributing more than twice as much black carbon pollution in Lahore as biomass burning, according to a PM2.5 source apportionment study conducted jointly by the Department of Environmental Protection and Climate Change and SUPARCO. The study recorded Lahore’s total black carbon concentration at 3.82 micrograms per cubic meter. Of this, fossil…
Opposition Parties Plan Nationwide Outreach, APC Ahead of September 27 Protest
Islamabad (HRNW)- Opposition parties have decided to intensify preparations for the September 27 protest and reach out to all political parties to convene an All Parties Conference (APC) soon in view of the prevailing national situation. A key meeting of opposition leaders, chaired by Mahmood Khan Achakzai, was held in the chamber of Senate Opposition Leader…