57 h. ago Nearly 50,000 cops to guard Muharram processions in big cities, says Memon

Sindh Senior Minister and Minister for Information, Transport and Mass Transit Sharjeel Inam Memon, has said that the Sindh government has made foolproof security arrangements for Muharram. He stated that the Chief Minister of Sindh held meetings with scholars from various schools of thought and reviewed the security plan for gatherings and processions during the […]

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4 d. ago Civilian dead, two terrorists killed as Mastung govt offices comes under attack

Balochistan government spokesperson Shahid Rind confirmed that a 16-year-old boy lost his life in a terrorist attack in Mastung district, while two India-backed terrorists were gunned down during a counter-operation carried out by security forces. According to Rind, the attackers targeted key government installations including the tehsil office, a local bank, and other administrative buildings. […]

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4 d. ago Indian opposition slams Modi for concealing losses in May 7 air battle

ISLAMABAD: India’s opposition parties have launched a fierce attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government, accusing it of hiding critical information about the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) losses during the May 7 air clash with Pakistan. Opposition leaders allege that the government is compromising national security by concealing facts and bowing to external pressures, including […]

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8 d. ago Military and civil forces cover Pakistan to maintain muharram peace

The Pakistani government has taken strong steps to ensure safety during Muharram. They have deployed the Pakistan Army and Civil Armed Forces across the country. This decision was made to prevent any security threats and protect the public during the religious month. The government believes these measures will help maintain peace and order during a […]

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8 d. ago SBP injects Rs12.37 trillion in dual OMOs to stabilize banking liquidity

Karachi – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has supplied a massive Rs12.37 trillion into the banking system via Open Market Operations (OMOs) on Friday. These injections aim to ease the short-term liquidity crunch gripping many banks. A substantial amount—Rs12.2 trillion—was provided through a conventional seven-day reverse repo, where banks deposit government securities and earn […]

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8 d. ago Maryam presents budget speech, promises Punjab clean water project

Lahore – Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz delivered her budget speech on Friday, expressing deep gratitude to her MPAs for their patience, support, and unity throughout the year. She saluted their composure and acknowledged that her achievements would not have been possible without their backing. She reminded the assembly of her very first speech, where […]

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9 d. ago Interior ministry announces crackdown on online hate speech for Muharram

ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Interior has announced plans to take strict action against individuals spreading religious hatred on social media as part of the security measures for the upcoming month of Muharram. In preparation for the start of Muharram, a significant month in the Islamic calendar, the government has heightened its security efforts. The Khyber […]

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1 week ago Zohran Mamdani Set To Become First Muslim Mayor Of New York As Cuomo Concedes

Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old state lawmaker and self-identified democratic socialist, has emerged victorious in New York City’s Democratic mayoral primary, securing a surprise win over former Governor Andrew Cuomo. The result marked a significant shift, as Mamdani, who entered the race as an unknown candidate, is now poised to become the city’s first Muslim mayor. […]

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1 week ago Aurangzeb unveils new taxes on mutual funds, poultry, and government securities in budget speech

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb announced fresh tax measures in the National Assembly during his budget speech for FY2025-26. He introduced a 29% tax on income from the debt portion of mutual funds for companies. He also proposed a 20% tax on profits earned by corporations through government securities. Additionally, the poultry sector will now face […]

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2 w. ago Punjab announces 10% salary hike, 5% pension increase in ‘people

LAHORE – The Punjab government has announced a 10% increase in salaries and a 5% rise in pensions for government employees under the 2025–26 provincial budget, which officials describe as “people-friendly” and focused on development. Punjab Finance Minister Mujtaba Shuja ur Rehman shared the details during his budget speech at the Punjab Assembly on Monday. […]

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3 w. ago Finance minister retracts 10% electricity surcharge proposal amid IMF concerns

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has withdrawn his earlier proposal to impose a 10% surcharge on electricity bills. This reversal surprised many, especially since Pakistan had assured the IMF that the surcharge would help manage circular debt repayments. The announcement came just a day after Aurangzeb suggested the surcharge during his budget speech. Aurangzeb clarified that […]

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3 w. ago Govt hikes SOE funding by 80% in FY26, pushes ahead with reforms and privatisation

The federal government has allocated Rs354.81 billion to State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) for FY2025–26, reflecting an 80.3% increase from Rs196.83 billion last year. These funds, released under the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP), will support key SOEs in infrastructure, transport, energy, and financial services—sectors critical to national development. Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, in his budget speech, […]

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3 w. ago Tax relief proposed for fertilizers, pesticides—but farmers still disappointed

In the newly announced federal budget 2025–26, the Pakistani government has proposed to continue sales tax exemptions on fertilizers and pesticides, in an attempt to support the agriculture sector, considered the backbone of the economy. Despite this relief, key stakeholders have voiced dissatisfaction, saying many promises remain unfulfilled. During his budget speech in Parliament, Finance […]

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3 w. ago Pakistan’s 2025 defense budget sees 20% rise to address growing regional security challenges

Pakistan has raised its defense budget to Rs. 2,550 billion for the 2025-26 fiscal year. This marks a 20% increase from last year’s Rs. 2,122 billion. The government aims to strengthen national security and support the armed forces. Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb presented the budget in the National Assembly, highlighting security challenges and the need […]

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3 w. ago Pakistan’s budget 2025: Salary hike, tax cuts, and economic growth

Pakistan’s federal government has presented a historic budget of 175 trillion rupees for the 2025-26 fiscal year. The budget was unveiled by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb in the National Assembly, amid protests from opposition members. In his speech, the minister emphasized economic progress and congratulated Pakistan’s leadership for its recent victory in the war with […]

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3 w. ago Over Rs. 14 billion set aside for health projects in budget 2025

The federal government has announced Rs. 14.3 billion in funding for the health sector under the Public Sector Development Program (PSDP) for the fiscal year 2025-26. The funds will support 21 ongoing projects across the country aimed at improving healthcare services. During the budget speech, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb stated that the goal is to […]

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3 w. ago Budget 2025 imposes 18% tax on imported solar panels to boost local industry

The federal government presented the Budget 2025-26 in the National Assembly today. Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb unveiled a key proposal aimed at reforming the country’s sales tax system. One of the major changes includes imposing a new tax on solar panel imports. The finance minister announced an 18% sales tax on imported solar panels. This […]

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3 w. ago Reforms in pension policy: Family pensions limited to 10 years in budget 2025

The federal government has introduced key pension reforms in the Budget 2025-26. These changes aim to ease pressure on the national treasury. Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb shared these updates during his budget speech. He explained that the pension system had seen several changes through executive orders over past decades. These changes increased the financial burden […]

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