89 m. ago Balochistan Budget 2025: 10% Salary increase, 7% Pension raise approved

QUETTA – Balochistan government on Tuesday unveiled the Budget for fiscal year 2025-26, announcing major relief for government employees and

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1 hour ago Golden retrievers wrigley and river steal hearts in viral bird chase video

Two English Cream Golden Retrievers, Wrigley and River, are winning the internet with a viral Instagram video that captures their hilarious backyard encounter with a tiny bird. The playful moment has delighted thousands of viewers across social media platforms. The video begins with one of the dogs lying calmly on a neatly trimmed lawn. Suddenly, […]

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4 h. ago Karachi mayor launches municipal bonds to fund city’s future projects

Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab has announced a major step toward solving the city’s development issues through municipal bonds. At a gong ceremony at the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), he revealed a new funding plan. This marks the first time in history a Karachi mayor rang the PSX bell. The mayor shared that Karachi Metropolitan Corporation […]

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4 h. ago China bans civil servants from dining out in groups amid Xi’s anti

In a strict new move, some Chinese civil servants have been banned from dining in groups larger than three. This comes after three officials died since April due to excessive drinking at official banquets, sparking renewed efforts to enforce President Xi Jinping’s austerity and anti-corruption policies. The updated rules, released in May, target Communist Party […]

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22 h. ago UHS approves affiliation of Narowal Medical College, reforms in PG programs

LAHORE – The University of Health Sciences (UHS) has approved the affiliation of the newly established Narowal Medical College, under

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24 h. ago Iran considers exiting NPT amid tensions with Israel, says foreign ministry

TEHRAN — Iran may reconsider its membership in the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT), the country’s foreign ministry revealed on Monday, as lawmakers begin drafting a bill that could lead to withdrawal. This comes amid escalating tensions following Israeli airstrikes and accusations about Iran’s nuclear ambitions. Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei confirmed during a press conference […]

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27 h. ago PTI proposes PPP boycott of federal budget to block government’s approval

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has formally urged the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) to boycott the upcoming federal budget vote. This strategic move aims to increase pressure on the government and block the budget’s approval in the National Assembly. Senior PTI leader Asad Qaiser met with PPP’s Raja Pervez Ashraf at Parliament House to discuss a joint […]

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28 h. ago Senate urges FBR to set clear limits for arrests in tax fraud cases

ISLAMABAD – The Senate Standing Committee on Finance has asked the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to define clear thresholds for allowing arrests in tax fraud cases under the proposed Finance Bill 2025-26. Lawmakers stressed the need for fairness and clarity before granting such powers. In the current proposal, FBR seeks powers to arrest individuals, […]

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28 h. ago Pakistan powers up: final agreements for Karachi’s nuclear plants approved

Pakistan is moving ahead with signing power purchase agreements for its two major nuclear power plants in Karachi — K-2 and K-3. These agreements involve three parties: the Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission (PAEC), the National Transmission and Despatch Company (NTDC), and the Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA-G). The approval came during a recent meeting of […]

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29 h. ago Pakistan approves Rs 25 billion for key projects, focuses on energy, education, and digital growth

The Central Development Working Party (CDWP) has approved eight major projects worth Rs 25.19 billion. Additionally, it recommended a Rs 10.67 billion hydropower project in Gilgit-Baltistan to ECNEC for final approval. These decisions were made in a meeting chaired by Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal, aiming to boost growth in energy, education, transport, and IT sectors. […]

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31 h. ago Trump blocked Israeli plan to kill Iran’s supreme leader, hopes for peace deal

WASHINGTON – Former U.S. President Donald Trump stopped Israel from going ahead with a plan to assassinate Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, according to two senior U.S. officials. The officials, who spoke to Reuters on condition of anonymity, said Israel informed the U.S. about the opportunity, but Trump refused to approve the strike. The […]

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53 h. ago Lawmakers urge tax relief, slam harsh measures in federal budget debate

ISLAMABAD – Lawmakers from across party lines voiced strong concerns during the National Assembly’s budget debate on Saturday, calling for meaningful tax relief for the public and opposing aggressive tax enforcement measures. While some appreciated key incentives, many demanded greater fairness and economic balance in the 2025-26 federal budget. Defence Minister Khawaja Asif said Pakistan […]

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68 h. ago LHC orders withdrawal of vehicles from grade 20, 21 officers

LAHORE: The Lahore High Court has decided to withdraw official vehicles from officers in grades 20 and 21 and replace the provision with a new monetization policy of a fixed monthly payment. Following approval from Lahore High Court (LHC) Justice Ms. Aalia Neelum and other judges, a formal notification has been issued to implement the […]

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3 d. ago Brigadier general Majid Mousavi appointed new commander of Iran’s aerospace Force

Iran has appointed Brigadier General Majid Mousavi as the new commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Aerospace Force. Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei issued the order on Saturday, confirming Mousavi’s promotion. This leadership change comes at a critical moment for Iran’s military posture. The appointment follows the killing of General Amir Ali Hajizadeh, […]

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3 d. 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 d. ago Sindh boosts law and order budget to Rs179.7 billion for 2025

The Sindh government has increased its law and order budget to Rs179.7 billion for the 2025-26 fiscal year. This marks a 4.5% rise from last year’s Rs172 billion. A large portion, Rs117 billion, is set aside for the police. The move reflects the government’s push to improve safety, especially in crime-hit areas like Karachi. The […]

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3 d. ago IHC halts FIA’s harassment of Farhatullah Babar, issues notices

ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Thursday intervened to stop the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) from harassing former senator Farhatullah Babar. Justice Inam Amin Minhas issued notices to the Interior Ministry, FIA, and other relevant parties, directing them to submit their responses by the last week of June. Babar, through his lawyers Iman Mazari […]

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3 d. ago Pakistan condemns ‘unjustified, illegitimate’ Israeli aggression against Iran

Parliament unanimously passes resolution declaring Israeli attack on Iran violation of int’l laws, UN conventions Iran has the right to self-defence under Article 51 of the UN Charter: FO PM Shehbaz, President say Israel’s attack on Iran is “deeply alarming” and risks regional instability DPM Dar hold telephonic talks with Iranian counterpart and reiterates strong […]

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3 d. ago Sindh government committed to ending child labour, says CM Murad

KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah reaffirmed the province’s strong commitment to eradicating child labour during a message on World Day Against Child Labour. He stated that the provincial government continues to intensify its school enrollment campaign to ensure that every child receives an education. The CM highlighted that strict enforcement of existing child […]

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3 d. ago JSM stages strike in Sindh, demands action against lawlessness

HYDERABAD: A shutter-down strike took place in Kashmore-Kandhkot district on Thursday, organized by Jeay Sindh Mahaz (JSM) in response to increasing incidents of kidnappings, robberies, and extortion across Larkana and Sukkur. JSM Chairman Riaz Ali Chandio announced that peaceful protests would be held province-wide on June 15 to pressure the government to take action against […]

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