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PM Shehbaz Orders Faster Loan Approvals and Simpler Procedures Under Apna Ghar Housing Scheme

Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday directed authorities to speed up loan approvals and simplify application procedures under the government’s Apna Ghar housing programme. He said easier access to financing would help more citizens achieve home ownership and support growth in the construction sector. According to Beyond Time News, the prime minister issued these…

BJP Leader Arrested in Baramulla After Allegations of Sexual Assault on Minor in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir

Baramulla: A local leader of India’s ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has been arrested in Baramulla district of Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) following allegations of sexual assault involving a minor girl. According to Beyond Time News, the case surfaced after a 17-year-old girl filed a formal complaint with local authorities, prompting police…

Pakistan Reaffirms Mediation Role at UN Amid Escalating US-Iran Tensions and Middle East Conflict

United Nations: Pakistan has reaffirmed its commitment to diplomatic engagement and mediation efforts in the Middle East as tensions between the United States and Iran intensify following new military strikes on Iranian targets. Islamabad told the United Nations Security Council that it continues to support dialogue-based solutions to regional crises. According to Beyond Time News,…

Political Disputes Must Not Weaken Parliament, Says Khawaja Asif in National Assembly

Islamabad: Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif on Thursday urged political parties to protect the dignity of Parliament and avoid turning political disputes into disruptions that could weaken democratic institutions. Speaking in the National Assembly, he stressed that parliamentary stability is essential for democracy. He said political disagreements should be resolved through constitutional and legal channels…

UK Defence Secretary John Healey Resigns Over Defence Funding Dispute, Deepening Pressure on Starmer Government

London: UK Defence Secretary John Healey resigned on Thursday after a major dispute over defence funding. He blamed disagreements with Prime Minister Keir Starmer and the Treasury. As a result, the resignation has intensified political pressure on the Labour government. According to Beyond Time News, the development comes at a sensitive time. The government is…

PTI MNA Iqbal Afridi Suspended for Entire Budget Session After Misconduct Allegations in National Assembly

Islamabad: The National Assembly on Thursday suspended Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) lawmaker Iqbal Afridi for the entire budget session following allegations of misconduct with parliamentary staff, the Director General Media, and police personnel, triggering heated exchanges and repeated quorum disruptions during proceedings. The decision came after Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq ordered Afridi’s removal from the House,…

Pakistan Heatwave Pushes Temperatures to 49°C in Dadu as Authorities Issue Nationwide Alert

Dadu: Pakistan faces an intense heatwave as temperatures rise sharply across the country. Dadu hit 49°C on Thursday. Sibi followed closely with 48°C. The extreme weather has spread across multiple provinces. According to Beyond Time News, a strong high-pressure system in the upper atmosphere is driving the heatwave. It has pushed temperatures well above seasonal…