Retired Army Veteran Alleges Son’s Abduction by Awami Action Committee Members, Seeks Government Action
Islamabad: (PNP) A retired Pakistan Army serviceman has appealed to the country’s top leadership for the recovery of his missing son, alleging that members of the Awami Action Committee Paniwala were involved in his detention, mistreatment, and subsequent disappearance. Speaking at a press conference at the National Press Club in Islamabad, Muhammad Naseem Kiani,…
Punjab’s Smog Guns: Are these really effective?
By Usman Shahid In Lahore, smog does not arrive as a warning; you just feel it when it makes breathing difficult. A traffic warden at Liberty Chowk told me, He feels like he is standing near a burning building every morning; because of how smog disturbs his view. By late October and November,…
Islamabad MoU: Historic US-Iran Breakthrough Signed
Islamabad (PNP) The Islamabad MoU has been formally signed in what is being described as a major diplomatic development involving the United States and Iran, with Pakistan acting as a mediator. According to a statement from the Prime Minister’s Office, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif endorsed the agreement as facilitator, while signatures were also recorded from…
US-Iran MOU Sparks Powerful New Diplomatic Momentum
US-Iran MOU has emerged as one of the most consequential diplomatic developments in the Middle East in recent years. The memorandum of understanding (MOU), officially released by the United States, outlines a framework for ending military hostilities, reopening critical maritime routes, easing sanctions on Iran, and launching negotiations aimed at reaching a comprehensive agreement within…
What is included in the 14-point agreement between the US and Iran?
Washington (PNP) — The White House has confirmed that U.S. President Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian have electronically signed a 14-point agreement between the United States and Iran. The agreement is being described as a 14-point “Memorandum of Understanding.” Both countries have announced that they will hold talks to reach a final agreement within…
Grok AI Emerges as Powerful Defense Technology in Iran War
Grok AI, the artificial intelligence model developed by Elon Musk’s company xAI, has been used in US military operations, according to legal documents submitted by the US government in an environmental court case. The disclosure sheds new light on the expanding role of artificial intelligence in modern warfare and defense planning. The revelation emerged from…
Bangladesh-India Relations Tested After Airport Dispute
Bangladesh-India Relations came under renewed focus this week after a senior adviser to Bangladesh’s prime minister returned to Dhaka from New Delhi following an immigration-related dispute at Delhi airport. The incident prompted concern in Dhaka, with Bangladeshi officials describing the episode as unexpected and raising the matter through diplomatic channels. BBC Urdu reported. The development…
Hormuz Strait Shipping Faces Serious Delays Despite Iran Deal
The recovery of Hormuz Strait Shipping is expected to take several weeks even after diplomatic efforts to end the recent Iran conflict, according to the head of one of the world’s largest tanker operators. Industry executives say shipping companies remain cautious about returning vessels to one of the world’s most strategically important maritime routes until…
PNP Launches Survey on 5% Social Media Influencer Tax
ISLAMABAD – Press Network of Pakistan (PNP) has launched a nationwide public opinion survey to gather feedback on the proposed 5% Social Media Influencer Tax announced under the Federal Budget 2026-27. The survey aims to provide citizens, content creators, digital entrepreneurs, marketers, students, businesses, and social media users with an opportunity to share their views…
PAF trainer aircraft crash Mardan: Tragic kills pilots
The PAF trainer aircraft crash Mardan has resulted in the martyrdom of two pilots during a routine training sortie near Mardan on Monday, according to a statement issued by the military’s media wing, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). The incident involved a Pakistan Air Force training aircraft and occurred during standard operational training activity. The…
