Category: Pakistan

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…

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,…

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…

Islamabad: The International Labour Organization (ILO) has urged governments and stakeholders to step up efforts to eliminate child labour. The organization says lasting progress depends on reducing poverty, expanding education, and creating decent jobs for adults. Ahead of World Day Against Child Labour on June 12, ILO Country Director George T. Tonstol highlighted the need…

Islamabad: Pakistan has reaffirmed its commitment to peace, diplomacy, and regional stability despite rising tensions in the Middle East and shrinking diplomatic space due to ongoing hostilities. According to Beyond Time News, Foreign Office Spokesperson Tahir Andrabi said on Thursday that Pakistan continues to pursue engagement with optimism and restraint, even as regional conflicts intensify…

Islamabad: Lawmakers from the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) staged a walkout from the National Assembly on Thursday, protesting what they described as the continued denial of access to party founder Imran Khan. According to Beyond Time News, the protest disrupted parliamentary proceedings as opposition members raised concerns over political rights, party communication, and what they called…

Lahore: The Punjab government has imposed Section 144 across the province for 10 days during the first to 10th of Muharram-ul-Haram, introducing strict security measures to maintain peace and public order. According to Beyond Time News, the decision was taken by the Punjab Home Department in view of potential security concerns during the religious observances,…

Islamabad: The National Assembly session was abruptly suspended on Thursday after lawmakers pointed out a lack of quorum, bringing parliamentary proceedings to a temporary halt during the early stages of the sitting. According to Beyond Time News, the disruption occurred shortly after the Question Hour began, highlighting yet another instance of attendance issues affecting legislative…

Mohmand: Security forces killed two militants, including an Afghan national, during a targeted counterterrorism operation in Mohmand district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on June 4, 2026, according to security sources. According to Beyond Time News, the operation forms part of Pakistan’s ongoing campaign against militancy in border regions, where intelligence-based actions have intensified in recent months….

Gilgit: Political activity has intensified in Gilgit-Baltistan following the recent elections, as senior leaders of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) and Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) met to discuss possible cooperation for the formation of the region’s next government. According to Beyond Time News, representatives from both parties held detailed consultations in Gilgit and explored various…