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By our correspondent KARACHI: On International Museum Day, a cultural ceremony was held at the historic Quaid-e-Azam House Museum in Karachi, where officials and stakeholders gathered to underline the role of museums in safeguarding Sindh’s cultural memory and promoting heritage tourism. The event took place under the auspices of the Culture, Tourism, Antiquities & Archives Department, Government of Sindh and brought together senior representatives from the province’s cultural and tourism institutions. Among those present were Provincial Minister for Culture, Tourism, Antiquities and Archives Syed Zulfiqar Ali Shah, along with senior bureaucrats and officials including the Director General of Antiquities and…

By our correspondent KARACHI: National Accountability Bureau (National Accountability Bureau) has launched a major enforcement action against Bahria Town, freezing thousands of acres of land in Karachi and surrounding areas amid allegations of illegal land acquisition and misuse of state property. According to official documents, implementation teams acting on directives from NAB Karachi’s Director General carried out coordinated operations in Jamshoro and Malir districts, with support from local administration and police. The move included the physical takeover of disputed land and the sealing of key properties linked to the housing developer. In one of the most high-profile actions, authorities moved…

By our correspondent KARACHI: A major development has emerged in the investigation linked to the alleged drug network involving a woman known as Anmol alias “Pinky”, as two Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) personnel have been taken into custody in Pakistan. According to sources, the arrested officials include Assistant Sub-Inspector Kafeel and a constable, both posted in the CTD Civil Lines unit. Investigators say the two personnel were in contact with the accused and are now being questioned as part of a widening probe. The case, which has already triggered administrative action, saw a district Senior Superintendent of Police earlier suspended…

Authorities say the state has pursued a calibrated and restrained posture amid external provocations, while insisting it remains fully prepared to respond decisively to any emerging threat By our correspondent QUETTA: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif said on Monday that “Operation Ghazab-ul-Haq” was continuing at full strength against terrorist groups, as he used a visit to the Command and Staff College in Quetta to underline Pakistan’s security priorities and broader strategic posture. Addressing faculty members and student officers at the premier military training institution, the prime minister praised the professionalism, discipline and sacrifices of the armed forces, saying Pakistan remained…

By our correspondent KARACHI: The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) Central Standing Committee on Women Education and Training organized an awareness session marking International Mother’s Day at its head office in Karachi, focusing on the theme of mothers’ role in global peace and unity. The session, convened by Shamsa-Jabeen Jawed Ahmed, Convener of the Committee, was attended by FPCCI Senior Vice President Saquib Fayyaz Magoon and Vice President Qurat-ul-Ain. The event brought together women entrepreneurs, homemakers, and participants joining both in person and online, reflecting broad engagement with the theme. Prominent scholar, educator and author Nighat…

By our correspondent KARACHI: The two-day Training of Trainers (ToT) program on gender equality and workplace harassment concluded with participants calling for stronger institutional measures to ensure safer and more inclusive working environments across Pakistan’s public and private sectors. The program, organized in accordance with Pakistan’s labor laws and the International Labor Organization’s Convention C-190 on violence and harassment at work, brought together professionals, trainers and institutional representatives to discuss practical strategies aimed at improving workplace culture and promoting equal opportunities. At the closing ceremony, the Secretary General of the Employers’ Federation of Pakistan, Nazar Ali, along with trainer Kiran…

By our correspondent ISLAMABAD: Electricity consumers could receive a modest reduction in power tariffs next month, although much of the relief may be offset by an increase linked to monthly fuel cost adjustments. Officials said there was a possibility of a reduction of Rs1.93 per unit under the quarterly adjustment mechanism, while electricity prices could simultaneously rise by Rs1.73 per unit because of the April fuel adjustment. If both revisions are approved, the net relief for consumers in June would amount to only 20 paisa per unit. The final decision will be taken by National Electric Power Regulatory Authority after…

By our correspondent WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump’s administration held a nine-hour prayer rally on the National Mall in Washington, aiming to portray the United States as a nation “under God” as part of celebrations marking the country’s 250th anniversary. According to Arab media reports, the event brought together religious leaders, singers, social activists and Republican figures. Organisers said the gathering was intended to reinforce faith-based unity in American society. Senator Tim Scott told the audience that the rights of Americans are granted by God rather than government. In a video message, President Trump read passages from the Bible and…

By our correspondent KARACHI: An Australian police officer Rafique Ahmed Chaudhry met the Deputy Inspector General of Traffic Police Karachi Syed Pir Muhammad Shah at his office, where matters related to traffic management, road safety and civic facilities were discussed. During the meeting, Rafique Ahmed Chaudhry appreciated the services of the DIG Traffic Karachi and the steps taken to improve the city’s traffic system. He said that during his recent visit to Karachi he had observed a clear improvement in traffic conditions. He invited the DIG Traffic Karachi to visit Australia and assured his cooperation for further improvement of the…

News Desk ABU DHABI: A drone attack has been reported outside the Barakah nuclear power plant in Abu Dhabi, causing a fire that was later brought under control, according to UAE authorities. Officials confirmed the incident but said there was no loss of life.Authorities said the drone strike triggered a fire in a generator located outside the Barakah Nuclear Plant in the Al Dhafra region near the Saudi border. Emergency teams responded quickly and extinguished the blaze.The statement added that radiation safety levels remained fully secure and there was no impact on the plant’s core operations. All units at the…