4 d. ago India unveils $11.7 billion plan to create 35 million jobs by 2027

India’s federal cabinet has approved a ₹1 trillion ($11.7 billion) Employment-Linked Incentive (ELI) scheme to generate 35 million new jobs between August 2025 and July 2027. Under the plan, first-time workers will receive one month’s salary, capped at ₹15,000 ($175). Employers who retain new employees for at least six months will get up to ₹3,000 […]

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6 d. ago 50pc hike in fixed gas charges notified for domestic consumers

The government on Sunday notified a 50 per cent increase in fixed gas charges for domestic consumers, according to a notification from the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra). On Friday, the federal cabinet’s Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) approved the hike in fixed gas charges for all consumers from July 1. The ECC decided to […]

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7 d. ago Pakistan Army deployed nationwide to secure Muharram observances amid threat alerts

LAHORE – The Pakistan Army has been deployed across the country to ensure security during the holy month of Muharram, following rising threat alerts. The Ministry of Interior announced this move after the federal cabinet approved a summary submitted by the ministry. Troops will be stationed in all four provinces, as well as Gilgit-Baltistan, Azad […]

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9 d. ago Defense vehicle imports approved by federal cabinet with new policy

The federal government has approved the import of vehicles specifically for the defense sector. Sources from the Ministry of Commerce confirmed that the federal cabinet has allowed the import of used vehicles and vehicle chassis. This decision aims to support defense-related industries and improve operational efficiency. According to the updated policy, only state-owned defense production […]

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2 w. ago Federal cabinet approves Rs 1.275 trillion bank loan to tackle power sector debt

The federal cabinet has approved a major plan to control the growing circular debt in Pakistan’s power sector. According to official sources, the government will borrow Rs 1,275 billion from banks at low interest rates to settle outstanding payments. This large loan will help pay off the dues of Independent Power Producers (IPPs) and will […]

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3 w. ago Budget 2025–26: Govt to roll out Rs17.6 trillion plan with major tax reforms

ISLAMABAD – The federal government will present a massive Rs17,600 billion budget for the fiscal year 2025–26 in the National Assembly today. The session will begin at 5 PM under the chairmanship of Speaker Ayaz Sadiq. Earlier, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will lead a federal cabinet meeting at 4 PM to approve the budget draft. […]

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