The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has asked Pakistani citizens to avoid unnecessary travel to the Islamic Republic of Iran until the situation
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has asked Pakistani citizens to avoid unnecessary travel to the Islamic Republic of Iran until the situation improves for their safety and security. According to the travel advisory issued by the Foreign Office, Pakistani citizens residing in Iran have been asked to exercise extreme caution and remain vigilant. On the other hand, in the latest situation in Iran, the Pakistani embassy has established a crisis management unit to facilitate citizens. Pakistan’s Ambassador to Tehran Mudassar Tipu says that Pakistani citizens can be contacted 24 hours a day for assistance. He said that the phone numbers and landline numbers of three officials have also been provided in this regard.
Source:The Patriot
January 10, 2026 12:11 UTC
India faces defeat on diplomatic front despite millions of dollars in lobbying in US
The American investigative agency Open Secrets and The Indian Express exposed India’s lobbying in the US worth millions of dollars. According to the American investigative agency Open Secrets, India hired several lobbyists in 2025 to restore its tarnished reputation. According to Open Secrets, the Indian government tried to restore its diplomatic reputation by giving $450,000 to the American lobbying firm BGR Group. The Indian newspaper The Indian Express also exposed the lobbying done by the Indian government in the US. India hired SHW for $1.8 million annually and a lobbying firm called Mercury Public Affairs for $75,000 quarterly.
Source:The Patriot
January 10, 2026 12:11 UTC
Rajab Butt's marriage in danger,
Controversial Pakistani YouTuber Rajab Butt has once again made headlines. Rajab Butt, who has often been in the news for his personal life, controversies and outspoken statements, recently made headlines after a spat with lawyers. Rajab Butt, who has been embroiled in legal issues in recent days, is also reportedly facing difficulties in his married life, as his brother-in-law Aun Muhammad has been making statements against him on social media. Now Rajab Butt has broken his silence on this issue and issued a strong message on Instagram. He gave his wife and brother-in-law a final warning, saying that he has more recordings and screenshots and he will not tolerate all this anymore.
Source:The Patriot
January 10, 2026 11:54 UTC
More than 9,000 projects have been completed in Sindh, Sharjeel Memon
Karachi: Senior Minister Sindh Sharjeel Inam Memon has said that more than 9,000 projects have been completed in Sindh. In his statement regarding development and other projects in the province, Sharjeel Memon said that more than 13,000 projects have been launched in the province so far, while 9,193 projects have been completed in different sectors. In this regard, the departments were directed to start new projects only when the existing projects are completed. Speedy completion of development projects in Karachi and adherence to quality are an integral part of the development vision. The projects completed under this project have brought about a clear improvement in the quality of urban life.
Source:The Patriot
January 10, 2026 11:54 UTC
Health Center inaugurated
Federal Health Minister inaugurates first digital health center in Karachi. Federal Health Minister Syed Mustafa Kamal has inaugurated the city’s first digital health center at the Federal Government Dispensary Civil Aviation. Through this center, patients will be treated through modern telemedicine, in which doctors abroad will be able to examine patients through live video calls. That is why the government is strengthening primary health centers so that the people can get quality treatment closer to home. The Health Minister stressed that it is also important to focus on vaccination and primary care to prevent disease.
Source:The Patriot
January 10, 2026 11:54 UTC
China: Scientists develop cheap and safe battery
Chinese engineers have created a new type of sodium-sulfur battery that could be a cheaper and safer alternative to lithium cells. Lithium is being used as a key battery material in a growing number of electronic devices. But lithium batteries are proving to be a safety hazard and expensive due to their heating properties and difficulties in obtaining the material. Previous attempts to develop sodium-sulfur batteries have faced several practical obstacles, the biggest of which was the need for large amounts of sodium metal, which has hindered their widespread use. The researchers modified the chemical reaction to create a high-voltage, anode-free battery that works effectively at room temperature.
Source:The Patriot
January 10, 2026 11:54 UTC
Dialogue is the only solution, will go to Zardari, Nawaz and Shehbaz Sharif, says Fawad Chaudhry
Lahore: PTI leader Fawad Chaudhry has said that dialogue is the only solution for Pakistan, for this he will go to Zardari, Nawaz and Shehbaz Sharif. Former Federal Minister Fawad Chaudhry reached Lahore on the occasion of the bar elections where he spoke to the media. Fawad Chaudhry said that just as elections are held in other countries of the world, elections should also be held in Pakistan. He said that Asif Ali Zardari will go to Nawaz Sharif and Shehbaz Sharif and things will be fine if all the parties come together. He said that PTI knows the solution to the problems of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa better and no one knows this better than PTI how to fix KPK.
Source:The Patriot
January 10, 2026 11:54 UTC
Iraq eyes JF-17 fighter jets as Pakistani air chief visits Baghdad
Chief of Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu visited Iraq on Saturday, where he called on Lieutenant General Staff Pilot Mohanad Ghalib Mohammed Radi Al-Asadi, Commander of the Iraqi Air Force, at the Iraqi Air Force Headquarters in Baghdad. Al- Asadi praised the Pakistan Air Force's (PAF’s) professionalism and technological advancement, expressing interest in the JF-17 Thunder fighter jets and Super Mushshak trainer aircraft, which is a Pakistani-made basic trainer used for pilot training. Read: Bangladesh in talks to buy Pakistan’s JF-17 fighter jetsAir Chief Marshal Sidhu was accorded a Guard of Honour upon his arrival, symbolising the strong bond of respect between the two nations. The Pakistani air chief highlighted the deep-rooted religious, cultural, and historical ties between Pakistan and Iraq, reaffirming PAF's commitment to support the Iraqi Air Force in training and capacity development. On January 6, a high-level Bangladesh Air Force delegation, led by Air Chief Marshal Hasan Mahmood Khan, also held talks with Sidhu, covering the potential procurement of the JF-17.
Source:The Express Tribune
January 10, 2026 10:24 UTC
Trump doubles down on Nobel Peace Prize pitch, claims he stopped eight wars
Trump was asked about Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado’s offer to share her Nobel Peace Prize with him. Trump’s refusal to initially support Machado as Venezuela's leader stemmed from her 2025 Nobel Peace Prize win. I can't think of anybody in history who… pic.twitter.com/0GPwYTeyiw — ANI (@ANI) January 9, 2026“In theory, you should get the Nobel prize for every war you stopped. Obama got the Nobel Prize. "You should get the Nobel prize for every war you stopped.
Source:The Express Tribune
January 10, 2026 08:47 UTC
Islamabad’s Forests and the CDA: What Are the Facts?
In Shakarparian, not only paper mulberry trees were cut; many other trees were also wiped out. Paper mulberry trees would have been identified. This makes it clear that the objective was not to cut paper mulberry trees. To facilitate this, one road along Park Road has been connected to another road. Where the CDA is destroying forests within the national park, criticism should have been focused.
Source:The Patriot
January 09, 2026 19:54 UTC
Balochistan Tourism Potential and failure of Government
Most of these areas haven’t been commercially exploited for tourism and thus have the potential to occur at all levels of mass tourist marketing. Tourism is an important aspect of economic development for all countries; Makran has exceptional potential within this area. According to Abdul Khaliq Hazara (the Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sports), “Our focus has been to promote provincial tourism because of the vast tourism potential of its mountainous and unique location.” The announcement of a national tourism policy supports and promotes tourism, however the ability of the Government of Balochistan to support and implement this policy has not yet proven to be successful. Other reasons contributing to the lack of development of tourism in Balochistan include lack of collaboration by all tourism stakeholders, lack of adequate supporting infrastructure, lack of developed tourist destinations, lack of accommodation and limited transportation systems as well as continuing problems of security. The failure of the Government to develop good tourism infrastructure, provide secure environments and implement tourism development policies on an ongoing basis has been one of the main reasons why the province is not realizing its full tourism potential.
Source:The Patriot
January 09, 2026 19:54 UTC
A new pillar of civil service training
At a time when artificial intelligence is reshaping governance systems, economies and societies across the world, embedding AI education within the country’s premier civil service training institution reflects both foresight and urgency. Such partnerships are essential in fast-evolving fields like artificial intelligence, where private-sector expertise can complement institutional knowledge and policy direction. More importantly, the initiative aligns closely with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s Digital Nation Vision and the Digital Nation Pakistan Act, which provides the legislative backbone for reforms across the digital economy, digital society and digital governance. The National Artificial Intelligence Policies focus on building capacity within government is therefore both timely and necessary. Embedding AI training formally into the CSA curriculum is perhaps the most impactful outcome of this initiative.
Source:The Patriot
January 09, 2026 19:54 UTC
China has called on the Afghan government to improve relations with Pakistan, D. Diplomat
According to The Diplomat, China considers Pakistan a country that is playing an effective role beyond its borders in addition to being economically strong. According to the global journal, China considers Pakistan to be the best and most suitable for the presidency of the Security Council and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, while Pakistan also considers strategic partnership with China in many areas to be very important. According to The Diplomat, China has emphasized the resolution of the Kashmir issue in accordance with the resolutions of the Security Council, while on the Afghan situation, China has also called on the Afghan Taliban to establish an inclusive government and take verifiable action against extremists. China has also emphasized that the Afghan government, according to Pakistan’s position, should adopt moderation and maintain good relations with neighboring countries. According to the global journal, China is strongly supporting Pakistan’s current policies in the region and globally.
Source:The Patriot
January 09, 2026 16:51 UTC
Representatives of two new PSL teams meet with the Prime Minister
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has been met by representatives of the firms that won the bidding for two new teams in the Pakistan Super League. The Prime Minister congratulated the representatives of both the teams and expressed his best wishes for them. The Prime Minister paid tribute to the Chairman Pakistan Cricket Board Syed Mohsin Raza Naqvi and the PCB management for the successful bidding process. The Prime Minister said that the bidding process for the new PSL teams was broadcast live on television, which is a clear proof of its transparency. The Prime Minister said that overseas Pakistanis have always played an important role in the country’s development.
Source:The Patriot
January 09, 2026 16:51 UTC
Abida Parveen's daughter denies news of her death
News of the death of Pakistan’s renowned Sufi singer Abida Parveen is circulating on social media, however, her daughter has termed all these reports as baseless and false. News of the death of renowned singer Abida Parveen is viral on social media and rumors are being spread that the singer has passed away. However, Abida Parveen’s daughter has rejected all the rumors circulating on social media. She clarified that all the news circulating on social media is false and baseless, while her mother is completely fine. Lokara’s daughter clarified that this news went viral on social media due to a misunderstanding, in fact, a woman named Abida Parveen had died in Dilgaran Chowk area of Lahore.
Source:The Patriot
January 09, 2026 16:51 UTC