Web Desk Staff, Author at Pakistan Observer

Punjab introduces Illicit Arms Act 2026, decides to launch campaign after Eid-ul-Fitre

LAHORE – Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif on Wednesday approved the Punjab Surrender of Illicit Arms Act 2026, a landmark legislation aimed at eliminating…

Afghanistan vs Sri Lanka white-ball series postponed due to regional tensions

KABUL – The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) on Wednesday announce postpone of the upcoming white-ball cricket series between Afghanistan and Sri Lanka due to escalating…

Trump says advisers influenced his decision to launch strikes on Iran

WASHINGTON – US President Donald Trump said that his decision to launch military strikes on Iran was influenced by recommendations from his close advisers, describing…

Pakistan, IMF near consensus on revised economic, fiscal framework

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund are close to reach a consensus on a revised economic and fiscal framework for the ongoing fiscal…

Traffic plan issued in Lahore for Youm-e-Shahadat Hazrat Ali (R.A)

LAHORE – Chief Traffic Officer (CTO) Dr Athar Waheed on Wednesday announced a comprehensive traffic plan for Youm-e-Shahadat Hazrat Ali (21st Ramazan) to facilitate mourners…

Babar Azam decides to take short break from cricket on team management’s advice

LAHORE – Pakistan’s star batter Babar Azam has decided to take a short break from competitive cricket on the advice of the national team management,…

Shaheen Afridi names three debutants for Pakistan’s ODI series against Bangladesh

DHAKA – Pakistan ODI captain Shaheen Afridi announced that three young players will make their international debut in the upcoming series against Bangladesh, as the…

CENTCOM confirms HIMARS deployment in Gulf for deep strikes inside Iran

ISLAMABAD – The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) has confirmed the use of bases in Gulf countries to deploy rocket artillery systems for deep strikes…

IMF concludes Pakistan visit after discussion with authorities on reforms, budget for FY2027-28

IMF raises concerns over Pakistan’s revenue targets amid plan to abolish super tax

ISLAMABAD – The International Monetary Fund (IMF) expressed doubts about Pakistan’s ability to achieve its revenue targets for the upcoming fiscal year following the government’s…