Maryam Nawaz launches Parwaz Card
LAHORE – Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has launched the Parwaz Card, Rah-e-Rozgar, and the Skill Development Portal to support youth employment and training. Addressing the ceremony, Maryam Nawaz said it is the state’s responsibility to provide relief and facilities to the public. Maryam Nawaz stated that Pakistanis perform some of the most demanding jobs in Arab countries, highlighting the talent of Pakistani youth who are proving their capabilities worldwide. She further announced that 50,000 skilled youth will be issued Parwaz Cards. Concluding her address, Maryam Nawaz said she expects unity from Pakistan’s youth when it comes to the country’s interests.
Source:The Patriot
January 28, 2026 15:54 UTC
scoring 21 runs off 5 balls
Ahead of the T20 World Cup, Pakistan’s star batsman Babar Azam scored 21 runs in just 5 balls in a practice session, the video of which went viral on social media. Babar Azam, who has been criticized for his form for some time now, hit two sixes and two fours while batting aggressively against fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi during an outdoor intra-squad practice. Babar Azam had recently faced poor batting form in the Big Bash League, after which his fans were worried about his performance. Now, ahead of the important event, Babar Azam has given a glimpse of his batting form by hitting two sixes and two fours.
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January 28, 2026 15:54 UTC
Reema Khan humming in the snow under criticism, video goes viral
A video of Pakistani film and TV actress Reema Khan singing during a snowfall is going viral on social media, attracting the attention of fans as well as critics. View this post on InstagramIn the video, Reema Khan is wearing warm clothes to protect herself from the cold and is seen enjoying the snowfall, but these scenes could not impress everyone. After the clip went viral, many users made critical comments on it and questioned the actress’s style. Some users expressed surprise and wrote that after watching the video, they initially felt like it was ‘my ji’, while one user, addressing Reema Khan, said that he considered her sensible and advised her not to share videos in such a manner. Some comments on social media also suggested that instead of entertainment during the severe cold season, the focus should be on helping those in need.
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January 28, 2026 15:54 UTC
Porsche unveils its luxury speedboat
Automobile company Porsche has unveiled a very luxurious speedboat. German motoring giant Porsche is ready to attract wealthy people with its new Frauscher x Porsche 790 Spectre. This speedboat worth more than half a million euros is a fully electric sports boat, which is based on the design and systems of Porsche’s relatively new Macan Turbo EV. Porsche claims that its new watercraft is light, agile and highly efficient. This boat, developed in collaboration with Frauscher, bears a strong resemblance to the Macan in terms of interior and exterior design.
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January 28, 2026 15:54 UTC
Israel will maintain control over Gaza
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu held a long press conference today in which he presented his plan for the future of Gaza. According to the International News Agency, Prime Minister Netanyahu threatened that the Israeli army will maintain security control over the entire area from the Jordan River to the Mediterranean Sea, including Gaza. He also made it clear that security control over Gaza will remain with our army until Hamas is disarmed. The Israeli prime minister’s press conference took place when the body of the last Israeli hostage killed in Gaza, Ron Gweli, was returned to Israel. Hamas returned all living hostages to Israel and also returned the bodies of the dead Israeli hostages.
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January 28, 2026 15:54 UTC
Electro buses, free m
The delegation included Ali Haider Noor Khan, Obaidullah Shadikhel, Amanatullah Khan Shadikel, Adeel Abdullah Khan Rokhri, Malik Feroz Joiya, and Malik Sajjad Khan Bhachar. During the meeting, the assembly members appreciated the Chief Minister’s efforts to provide stipends to imams and free medicines in all government hospitals across Punjab. She also emphasized the Suthra Punjab Program, which aims to make it the world’s largest waste management initiative. The assembly members expressed gratitude for the introduction of the first public transport electro-buses in Mianwali, calling them a “miracle” for local residents. They also praised the beautification and Suthra Punjab projects, which have significantly enhanced the city’s appearance.
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January 28, 2026 07:55 UTC
Gul Plaza inferno: Medico-legal proc
KARACHI :The medico-legal process of the remains of 73 bodies, recovered during search and rescue operations after the Gul Plaza tragedy, has been completed, Dunya News reported. Search operations and debris removal at Gul Plaza have been halted, and the affected building has been handed over to the Sindh Building Control Authority (SBCA). SUB-COMMITTEE FORMED TO REVIEW INQUIRY REPORTA sub-committee has been formed under the chairmanship of Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah to review the inquiry report of the Gul Plaza tragedy. The committee will examine the findings of an inquiry committee led by the Karachi commissioner. After examining the Gul Plaza tragedy inquiry report the committee will decide on further action.
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January 28, 2026 07:55 UTC
President Zardari meets Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan,
Abu Dhabi: President Asif Ali Zardari, accompanied by a high-level delegation, met today with His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Abu Dhabi, during an official visit to the UAE. The leaders discussed ways to further deepen the longstanding and brotherly relations between Pakistan and the UAE. President Zardari highlighted the significance of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s recent visit to Pakistan and expressed appreciation for the UAE’s continued support for strengthening bilateral ties. President Zardari’s visit underscores the enduring friendship and strategic partnership between Pakistan and the UAE. The meeting was attended by First Lady Bibi Aseefa Bhutto Zardari MNA, Chairman People’s Party, Mr Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, Federal Minister of Interior and Narcotics Control, Mohsin Naqvi and Pakistan’s Ambassador to the UAE.
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January 28, 2026 07:55 UTC
'Wazir 1' fetches Rs
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa auctions personalised vehicle number plates in Peshawar as ‘Wazir 1’ sells for Rs150 million, ‘Afridi 1’ fetches Rs140.5 million, and ‘Khan 1’ crosses Rs111 million. Officials confirmed that multiple plates were sold for amounts running into millions, highlighting growing demand for exclusive vehicle registrations. According to officials, the highest bid so far was recorded for the number plate ‘Wazir 1’, which was sold for Rs150 million, making it the most expensive plate auctioned during the event. The third-highest bid was placed on ‘Khan 1’, a number plate bearing resemblance to the name of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan. Additional sales included ‘Durrani 1’ for Rs16.6 million, ‘Malakand 1’ for Rs12.5 million, and ‘Swabi 1’ for Rs12 million.
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January 28, 2026 07:55 UTC
LHC hears petition to ban social sedia for children under 16
LAHORE – The Lahore High Court heard a petition seeking a ban on social media use for children under 16. The petitioner’s lawyer argued that social media platforms, including TikTok, have adverse effects on children’s mental, moral, and educational development. She emphasized that it is the state’s responsibility to protect children’s fundamental rights and urged a ban on social media usage for children under sixteen. Chief Justice Aalia Neelum described the matter as sensitive and instructed all parties to submit detailed responses by February 10. She noted that the issue should also be considered at the government policy level, highlighting the broader need for regulation of children’s access to social media.
Source:The Patriot
January 28, 2026 07:55 UTC
PMD forecasts cold and dry weather for most parts of country
ISLAMABAD : The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has predicted cold and dry weather for most parts of country during next 24 hours, while very cold conditions will continue in hilly areas. In Islamabad, cold and dry weather is expected to persist. Punjab will experience cold and dry weather, while Murree, Galiyat and adjoining areas are likely to remain very cold. In Balochistan, cold and dry weather is forecast in most parts, with very cold conditions in northern districts. Kashmir will remain very cold and dry, while Gilgit-Baltistan is likely to experience very cold weather with partly cloudy skies.
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January 28, 2026 07:55 UTC
Tirah Valley operation inevitable due
ISLAMABAD : Adviser to Prime Minister on Political Affairs Rana Sanaullah on Tuesday said that operation in Tirah Valley in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is inevitable due to presence of terrorists. Speaking on Dunya News programme “Dunya Meher Bokhari Kay Sath”, Rana Sanaullah said that an operation could take place in Tirah Valley at any time. Rana Sanaullah claimed that there is a very large drug industry in Tirah Valley. He informed that cannabis is cultivated on 12,000 acres of land in Tirah Valley and added that terrorists also earn money from narcotics. He said the presence of terrorists in Tirah Valley makes an operation unavoidable.
Source:The Patriot
January 28, 2026 07:55 UTC
The stock market is setting records every day: SK Niazi
We need to get rid of the IMF as soon as possible: Kamran Arshad, We are not involved in all the decisions being made in the cabinet: Mirza Ikhtiar BaigBy Staff ReporterISLAMABAD: Editor In Chief Pakistan Group of Newspaper and Chairman Roze News SK Niazi while talking in his renowned talk show Sachi Baat, the court has given its verdict on supertax today, Government’s focus on investment, Pakistan’s economic situation is not good, The stock market is setting records every day, Business is not coming to the country, people are going out, The government is not listening to the PPP, There is political stability in the country, Government is not talking about business, The situation in Karachi is not getting better, How will the PPP improve the situation in the entire country? Chairman APTMA Kamran Arshad said business community is disappointed with the government, Pakistan is the fifth largest country, Industries and businesses are closing down in the country, exports in the country have decreased significantly, government should contact people to solve problems, the country’s growth situation is not good, the government is increasing taxes every day, they have to accept the IMF’s words even if they don’t want to, If we don’t stand on our own feet, the next IMF program will be tough, may the government save the industry, we need to get rid of the IMF as soon as possible, we are not accepting subsidies from anyone, subsidy should be given on electricity tariff, no business people are coming to the country, news of businesses coming to the country is based on lies, the country’s exports are deteriorating day by day, poverty is increasing in the country, the government should rectify the current situation, If the situation continues like this, the government will face more tough times in the coming days, the government should formulate a short-term policy, If the government gives a policy, the farmer can expel the government from the IMF, The government should move forward to save the industry, If the government maintains this attitude, it will have to take more loans, the government should provide employment opportunities to the people, Mirza Ikhtiar Baig has also submitted a report on the sugar mill, which is a good thing. Leader of Pakistan People’s Party Mirza Ikhtiar Baig said In the coming time, the situation will improve, we can reduce the policy rate further, Government could have reduced inflation further, power tariff has not been reduced, that is why there is an energy problem, the taxes of superpowers add up to sixty percent, I haven’t seen many taxes like this, the government has imposed a lot of taxes, the government should reduce electricity tariffs, otherwise the industry will be destroyed, we are not involved in all the decisions being made in the cabinet, PPP is an ally of PML-N, 150 industries have closed in Faisalabad, businesses are closing due to high taxes: the government has been asked to correct its mistakes several times, If the government does not listen to us, it will have to answer for it, the country’s debts are increasing, these loans are being taken to eradicate poverty, but they are increasing, more loans are being taken to pay off these loans, we can increase exports by twofold, our relations with Bangladesh have improved, Orders have come from Bangladesh, but we are not able to export there either, the government has allocated 60 billion rupees for the Udan program, they are still working in the air, they have taken money from eighteen banks on interest, they want to solve the problem with loans everywhere, but such a system will not work, Inflation was low, monetary policy should have been eased, there is no policy in the country, first they installed solar power, now they are shutting it down, government’s ineffective policies are deadly poison, stock market has started to improve, Industries are not being established at all in the country, we help the government pass bills, PPP is acting honestly with the government, I had also submitted a report to the government on sugar, PPP does not want chaos in the country, we are not separating from the government to avoid chaos in the country, we also ask PTI people to postpone the protest, protests do not solve problems, Pakistan’s cotton production used to be good, now cotton production has also decreased a lot, Bilawal Bhutto is a young politician, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has done good diplomacy recently, the situation in Karachi is improving, Bilawal Bhutto will solve the country’s problems whenever he gets the chance.
Source:The Patriot
January 27, 2026 23:55 UTC
Still Not “Dangerous” Enough, Skipper?
Remove me, he said, and I will become more “dangerous.” The question now is simple. Have those ambitions been fulfilled, or is the urge to become even more dangerous still alive? That moment marked the beginning of PTI’s so called dangerous phase. Instead, Pakistan today stands more confident and effective globally than before. Have the promises of becoming dangerous been fulfilled, or is there still a desire to go even further?
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January 27, 2026 23:55 UTC
One Window, many opportunities
This approach not only saves time but also builds confidence, something Pakistan Railways has desperately needed to restore. In the past, dealing with public sector organizations often meant endless delays, unclear procedures, and little accountability. A strong and efficient railway freight system reduces transportation costs, eases pressure on highways, and supports industrial growth. In reaffirming the government’s commitment to transforming Pakistan Railways into a progressive, investor-friendly, and financially sustainable organization, Minister Abbasi has set an ambitious agenda. The Business Facilitation Centre is a welcome first step.
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January 27, 2026 23:55 UTC