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The federal government’s negotiation team has finalized a detailed written response to the demands presented by PTI. According to sources, the response addresses each point raised by PTI, including the refusal to form a judicial commission for the May 9 events. The government clarified that judicial commissions are established for matters not under judicial review, and cases related to May 9 are already being heard in courts, with some individuals sentenced by military courts. PTI has agreed to negotiate with the Prime Minister’s committee. An in-camera session has been scheduled at Parliament House to discuss the matter further. The written…

The Supreme Court on Monday issued a show-cause notice to the Additional Registrar Judicial for contempt of court over the scheduling of cases without adhering to judicial orders. Senior judge Justice Mansoor Ali Shah   who heads the three-member bench hearing the matter –  expressed surprise at being unaware of a Judges Committee meeting despite being a member of the committee. The hearing, which focused on the powers of constitutional benches and regular benches, was held on Monday. Barrister Salahuddin appeared before the bench, which also included Justice Ayesha Malik, and raised concerns about the scheduling of his case. “I came…

On Monday, five new judges took their oaths of office in separate ceremonies at two high courts. The Islamabad High Court welcomed two additional judges while the Balochistan High Court inducted three new members to its bench. At the Islamabad High Court, Chief Justice Aamer Farooq administered the oath to Additional Judge Muhammad Azam Khan and Additional Judge Inam Amin Minhas in a ceremony at the capital’s judicial complex. Meanwhile, in Quetta, Chief Justice Hashim Kakar of the Balochistan High Court swore in Justice Asif Reki, Justice Ayub Tareen, and Justice Najmuddin Mengal. Senior government officials, including the Chief Secretary,…

The first commercial flight of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) from Karachi landed at Gwadar International Airport. Flight PK-503, carrying 46 passengers, took off at 9:50 am and landed at the new Gwadar Airport at 11:14 am. The inauguration of Gwadar International Airport took place Monday with an inauguration flight. Federal Minister for Aviation Khawaja Asif officially inaugurated the airport and revived the first commercial flight of Pakistan International Airlines from Karachi Airport. The Gwadar Airport is the second greenfield airport in Pakistan and is capable of accommodating large aircraft like the Airbus A380, sources say. Earlier a NOTIM was issued:…

Olympic gold medallist Neeraj Chopra tied the knot with Himani Mor, a former tennis player in a private ceremony on Sunday, January 19. The javelin star took to social media to share glimpses of the wedding, which was attended by close family members and held in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh. The wedding photos, shared with the caption, “Started a new chapter of life with my family,” sent a wave of surprise and joy among Neeraj’s fans. Expressing gratitude for their union, he wrote, “Grateful for every blessing that brought us to this moment together. Bound by love, happily ever after.” Ceremony…

The Ministry of Religious Affairs revealed that Pakistani pilgrims were expected to spend Rs9.94billion on sacrificial rites during Hajj 2025. Officials disclosed that this year’s sacrificial fee was set at Rs55,500 per individual. Sources within the ministry indicated that more than Rs1.94billion had already been deposited by over 35,000 pilgrims under the government’s Hajj scheme for the sacrificial arrangements. In total, 179,210 pilgrims from Pakistan were scheduled to perform Hajj this year. This figure included 89,605 pilgrims under the government scheme, with an equal number travelling through private arrangements.

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb highlighted the second phase of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), termed “CPEC 2.0,” as a transformative initiative to attract increased Chinese investment and companies. With a focus on industrialization, Special Economic Zones (SEZs), clean energy, agriculture, and socio-economic projects, this phase aims to deepen collaboration and enable advanced technology transfer. Speaking at the Asian Financial Forum in Hong Kong, Aurangzeb invited delegations to explore joint ventures and financial opportunities, emphasizing Hong Kong’s potential as a hub for partnerships. Despite its ambitious goals, the project faces challenges, including Pakistan’s financial constraints and security concerns.

The New Gwadar International Airport, a flagship CPEC project and Pakistan’s largest airport by area, is being inaugurated today. Located 26 km from Gwadar city, the airport boasts a 3,658-meter-long runway capable of handling large aircraft like the Airbus A380. The inaugural PIA flight from Karachi was delayed but departed at 10 am, set to receive a water salute upon landing. Dignitaries, including Balochistan’s Governor, Chief Minister, and officials from Pakistan and China, will welcome passengers. Constructed at a cost of Rs50 billion, the airport replaces the old Gwadar airport and begins regular flight operations today.

Pakistan and China have signed MoUs worth $250 million to enhance cooperation in the medical equipment and surgical instrument sector during a B2B matchmaking conference in Beijing. Agreements were inked between Pakistan’s Sawuat and Chinese UPH Biopharma, facilitated by the Silk Road Assistance Industrial Internet Platform, to boost trade and joint ventures. Highlighting Pakistan’s strategic advantages, such as low production costs and compliance with European standards, experts emphasized the potential for collaboration to advance Pakistan’s medical industry and global competitiveness. The conference, hosted by the Pakistani Embassy, attracted 120 companies and concluded the first series of B2B events initiated after…

The Sindh government has signed an agreement with Chinese and local investors to develop the Dhabeji Special Economic Zone (SEZ) under CPEC Phase II, aiming to attract $3 billion in investment and create over 100,000 jobs. The agreement, supported by China’s National Development and Reform Commission, marks a milestone in industrial cooperation. Strategically located near Karachi’s ports, the SEZ offers connectivity to regional trade routes, enhancing its appeal for domestic and foreign investors, particularly Chinese firms. Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah hailed the project as a transformative step towards industrial growth, reduced import reliance, and a sustainable economy.