Wednesday, April 29th, 2026
Govt notifies transfer of IHC judges to other high courts
ISLAMABAD: In line with the Judicial Commission of Pakistan (JCP) decision, the Ministry of Law and Justice notified on Wednesday the transfer of three judges of the Islamabad High Court (IHC) to different high courts under Article 200 of the Constitution. According to a notification issued by law ministry, the President of Pakistan approved the transfers on the recommendation of the Judicial Commission of Pakistan (JCP). The notification read that Justice Mohsin Akhtar Kayani has been transferred to the Lahore High Court (LHC), Justice Babar Sattar to the Peshawar HighRead More
Real Estate: file system to be abolished
Mehtab Pirzada ISLAMABAD: National Accountability Bureau (NAB) Chairman Lt Gen (retd) Nazir Ahmed on Wednesday said that new real estate reforms will be introduced within two months, aiming to overhaul regulatory practices. “The reforms will be presented before the federal cabinet for approval,” he said during an informal media briefing, adding that the existing file system would be abolished after implementation. The NAB chairman said that full responsibility would rest with real estate developers under the proposed changes. The NAB chief added that cases against members of parliament were stillRead More
US has spent $25bn on Iran war so far
DNA Washington — The United States has incurred costs estimated between $25 billion and $35 billion in its military operations against Iran, according to analyses by the American Enterprise Institute and other trackers. Some reports put direct Pentagon spending closer to $28 billion, driven heavily by munitions expenditure (including Tomahawks, Patriots, and THAAD systems) in the conflict’s early phases. Initial intense fighting saw rapid spending: the first six days alone reportedly cost over $11.3 billion, with daily rates reaching hundreds of millions as the U.S. conducted strikes and defended basesRead More
Naqvi Orders Acceleration of Public Projects
ISLAMABAD, 29 APR (DNA) — A high-level meeting chaired by Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi reviewed the progress of ongoing public projects in Islamabad and assessed new development initiatives during a marathon four-hour session. The meeting approved the complete digitalization of the Capital Development Authority (CDA) records. Mohsin Naqvi directed that the process must be completed within 120 days, enabling citizens to check the updated status of their applications online without any hassle. The Interior Minister made it clear that no illegal housing society will be allowed to operate in Islamabad underRead More
Acting President approves transfer of Islamabad High Court judges on PM’s advice
Islamabad: 29 Apr /DNA/ — Acting President Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani has approved, on the advice of the Prime Minister, the recommendations of the Judicial Commission of Pakistan regarding the transfer of judges from the Islamabad High Court. Accordingly, Mr Justice Mohsin Akhtar Kayani, Senior Puisne Judge of the Islamabad High Court, has been transferred to the Lahore High Court. Mr Justice Babar Sattar has been transferred from the Islamabad High Court to the Peshawar High Court. Ms Justice Saman Rafat Imtiaz has been transferred from the Islamabad High CourtRead More
Saudi Envoy Calls on Deputy PM Ishaq Dar
ISLAMABAD, APR 29 /DNA/ – Nawaf bin Saeed Ahmad Al-Malkiy, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Pakistan, today called on Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50. Discussions centered on recent regional developments. DPM/FM emphasized the importance of dialogue and engagement between parties for peace and stability in the region. He expressed gratitude for Saudi Arabia’s support and appreciation of Pakistan’s ongoing efforts in this regard. Both sides underscored the enduring and fraternal relationship between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia.