18 h. ago Govt, politicians, army united, and that’s what’s bothering people: Naqvi

Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has said that for the first time in Pakistan’s history, the government, political leadership, and military establishment are united on the same page, and that is causing discomfort for some. Responding to a reporter’s question in Rohri regarding rumors about removing President Asif Ali Zardari, Naqvi urged people not to […]

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22 h. ago After İmamoğlu, Erdoğan’s govt targets more CHP leaders in southern Turkey

On Saturday morning, Turkish authorities arrested three more mayors from the main opposition party, the Republican People’s Party (CHP), deepening political tensions in the country. CHP officials condemned the move, calling it “political revenge” by President Erdoğan’s government. According to French news agency AFP, the arrests are linked to a corruption case that previously led […]

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43 h. ago PTI blasts Punjab govt over assembly chaos, vows legal and street protests

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has strongly criticized the Punjab government over the suspension of 26 of its lawmakers and accused it of suppressing democracy. During a joint press conference at the Islamabad Press Club, PTI leaders Salman Akram Raja, Malik Ahmed Khan Bhachar, and Latif Khosa denounced what they called a politically motivated crackdown. Opposition Leader […]

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3 d. ago Pakistan’s extreme rain and floods kill 64 in one week, warns govt

Heavy downpours and flash floods have killed 64 people and injured 117 across Pakistan over the past week, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) reported. The latest deaths underscore the growing severity of climate-driven weather events. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa saw the worst impact, with 23 lives lost, including 10 children. In the Swat Valley, 14 people […]

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3 d. ago Govt Introduces Massive Import Duty Cuts on Luxury SUVs and Cars Under Finance Act 2025

In a major policy shift under the Finance Act 2025, the Government of Pakistan has reduced import duties on luxury vehicles, including high-end SUVs like the LC300, LC200, LX570, and LX600. The revised duties aim to provide relief to automotive enthusiasts and make imported vehicles more affordable for buyers across the country. What’s Changed? As […]

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5 d. ago Sindh Govt suspends officials over absenteeism and mismanagement

On the directives of Sindh Agriculture Minister Sardar Muhammad Bakhsh Mehr, the Sindh government has taken reformatory action in the Agriculture Department. Secretary Agriculture Sohail Ahmed Qureshi conducted surprise visits to various district agricultural offices across the province, resulting in the suspension of 28 officers and employees over absenteeism, mismanagement, and poor performance. According to […]

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6 d. ago Govt scales back tariff cuts to shield local industry and limit revenue loss

ISLAMABAD – The federal government has partially rolled back its earlier plan to reduce or eliminate regulatory duties on 285 imported products, following concerns about the potential impact on local manufacturing and foreign exchange reserves. This decision came after consultations with stakeholders and a steering committee overseeing the tariff policy. The revised plan, approved by […]

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1 week ago Public holiday announced on June 29 for all govt, private employees

MUSCAT – Oman has announced a public holiday for all employees in the public and private sectors on June 29,

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1 week ago Textile exporters urge govt to fix budget anomalies and reconsider new tax rules

LAHORE – Pakistan’s leading textile exporters have urged the government to adopt key industry proposals through the Federal Board of Revenue’s (FBR) budget anomaly committee to safeguard export growth and jobs. In a joint post-budget meeting, the Pakistan Hosiery Manufacturers and Exporters Association (PHMA) and the Pakistan Readymade Garments Manufacturers and Exporters Association (PRGMEA) raised […]

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3 w. ago Govt to enforce Rs77 petroleum levy and Rs5 carbon levy from july 1

The federal government will impose a Rs77 per litre petroleum levy and Rs5 per litre carbon levy on petrol, diesel, and furnace oil from July 1, 2025. This decision is part of Pakistan’s agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) under the Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF) to promote climate resilience and stabilize the economy. […]

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3 w. ago PTI condemns Israel’s attack on Iran as an assault on ‘Muslim Ummah’

Israel’s brutal, genocidal war machine imperils regional peace and stability: Sh Waqas Slams Punjab govt for creating legal firewall to shield PML-N’s misuse of public funds ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) strongly condemned the unprovoked and cowardly Israeli attack on Iran, describing it as a blatant manifestation of Israel’s expansionist ambitions. PTI Central Information Secretary Sheikh […]

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3 w. ago Sindh Budget 2025: Salary, Pensions and Adhoc Relief Update for Govt employees

KARACHI – Sigh of relief for government employees, as Chief Minister of Sindh announced a considerable increase in salaries and

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3 w. ago Interior Minister Naqvi announces single salary bonus for govt employees

ISLAMABAD – Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi paid tribute to the sanitary workers of Capital Development Authority (CDA) for their

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3 w. ago Govt increases military and civilian pension budget by Rs74 billion for FY2025–26

ISLAMABAD – In the federal budget for FY2025–26, the government has increased allocations for pensions by Rs74 billion, setting aside a total of Rs1,055 billion. The largest share, Rs742 billion, has been earmarked for military pensions, while Rs243 billion is allocated for civilian pensions. Compared to the current fiscal year, military pensions have seen a […]

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3 w. ago PTI slams govt’s economic survey, calls growth figures ‘fake and misleading’

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has strongly rejected the federal government’s Economic Survey 2024–25, calling the reported GDP growth “fabricated” and accusing the coalition of pushing millions into poverty. PTI spokesperson Sheikh Waqas Akram said the government’s economic performance is no cause for celebration. Speaking at a press conference after the survey was released, Akram […]

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