Stories by Ameer Hamza

Islamabad IG Ali Nasir Rizvi transferred, appointed NCCIA director general

Capt (Rtd) Muhammad Sohail Chaudhry appointed as federal capital's top cop.

Updated 12 Sep, 2026 09:51pm

FO says Makkah defence pact 'defensive' in nature, expansion currently 'not on the cards'

FO spokesperson says Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye must first further consolidate their cooperation.

Updated 10 Sep, 2026 08:08pm

25 Pakistanis return home after release from Indian jails via Wagah border

Fishermen’s Cooperative Society says the Pakistani citizens are fishermen from Karachi and Thatta.

Published 29 Aug, 2026 09:23pm

Pakistani hostages held by Somali pirates issue new distress message seeking govt help

A man says many of the crew members have fallen ill with no access to medicine; FO says inter-ministerial process underway amid multiple challenges.

Updated 09 Aug, 2026 06:31pm

ECP notes Centre's 'non-assistance' among reasons for delay in Islamabad LG polls, summons chief commissioner

DC also summoned on July 7; commission notes elections "sufficiently delayed"; matter of required maps before PMO.

Published 01 Jul, 2026 07:30pm

Senate opposition leader files privilege motion against Bhara Kahu SHO over 'discourteous' conduct

Says he was stopped at a checkpoint and told in a "rude and discourteous manner" that he could not proceed further.

Published 30 Jun, 2026 12:27pm

Terrorist involved in Rangers camp attack in Karachi says he was trained in Afghanistan

Security sources say the terrorist revealed that he came to Pakistan from Jalalabad in Afghanistan around a week ago.

Updated 29 Jun, 2026 07:11am

Interior ministry issues directive to arrest Afghan nationals without valid visas from July 10

Ministry also seeks daily reports from July 11 on the number of Afghan nationals found without valid visas, the action taken against them, and their status.

Updated 29 Jun, 2026 07:12am

Dar-led committee decides to extend closing time for standalone grocery, kiryana stores to 10pm

Committee recommends extension of fuel-conservation measures till June 30.

Updated 10 Jun, 2026 01:34pm

FO rejects reports of Dar sharing intelligence on Iran's nuclear programme during meeting with Rubio

Terms India’s plans to divert water from Chenab "grave violation" of IWT; Islamabad "actively engaged" on captive seamen.

Updated 04 Jun, 2026 09:28pm

Pakistan expects agreement between US and Iran 'sooner rather than later': FO

Islamabad will welcome a settlement between Iran and the US wherever it may be reached, FO spokesperson says.

Updated 08 May, 2026 12:21am

'Clock on diplomacy has not stopped': FO says Pakistan remains actively engaged with Iran, US to resolve conflict

"We remain hopeful of a negotiated settlement of this issue, and we will continue our sincere efforts for peace and prosperity," spokesperson says.

Updated 30 Apr, 2026 09:26pm

Iranian delegation led by Araghchi leaves after meeting PM, CDF Munir; Trump cancels US envoys' visit

According to DPM Dar, PM Shehbaz "emphasised on the importance of dialogue and diplomacy for peace and stability in the region and beyond"; Trump claims "tremendous infighting and confusion" within Iranian leadership.

Updated 26 Apr, 2026 01:34am

ECP halts Senate by-election for Murad Saeed’s vacant seat

Petitioner’s counsel requests ECP to postpone the by-election and remove the existing ambiguity in the matter.

Updated 21 Apr, 2026 06:48pm

No date set for second round of US-Iran talks, FO says

FO spokesperson says "essential for us to keep the negotiations confidential" as mediator.

Updated 16 Apr, 2026 06:59pm

ECP directs MQM-P to hold intra-party elections by October 15

Barrister Farogh Naseem appears on behalf of the party, seeking a 90-day extension.

Published 16 Apr, 2026 01:53pm

PM Shehbaz meets Saudi crown prince in Jeddah; Dar says avenues to further enhance cooperation discussed

PM, along with a high-level delegation, will also be visiting Qatar and Turkiye as part of the regional tour.

Updated 16 Apr, 2026 02:10am

ECP dismisses MQM-P request for 2-month extension in intra-party elections case

Commission directs party chairman to appear before it; hearing adjourned till April 16.

Published 07 Apr, 2026 01:45pm

ECP disqualifies PTI senator Murad Saeed following conviction in May 9 case

Murad, who was elected as a senator in July 2025, has been sentenced to 10 years’ imprisonment in the GHQ attack case.

Published 26 Mar, 2026 07:02pm