4 h. ago YouTube’s new monetisation rules spark debate among content creators

KARACHI – YouTube has revised its monetisation rules by updating its “reused content” policy, now renamed as “inauthentic content.” The change aims to clearly define and discourage repetitive or overly produced material that lacks originality. However, experts believe the shift is less dramatic than it appears on social media. Social media strategist Talha Labib explained […]

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4 d. ago Supreme court declares promotion A legal right for public servants

ISLAMABAD – The Supreme Court of Pakistan has ruled that promotion is a fundamental legal right for every government employee and must be granted based on merit and performance. The court urged public institutions to ensure fairness and transparency in handling promotion cases. In a five-page written judgment by Justice Muhammad Ali Mazhar, the court […]

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6 d. ago Eid holiday policy changed for government employees from next year

RIYADH – The Saudi government has officially approved significant amendments to the public holiday policy for Eidul Fitr and Eidul

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1 week ago Increase in pension of government’s retired employees notified from July 2025

ISLAMABAD – The federal government has notified a 7 percent increase in pensions for its retired employees. The Ministry of

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1 week ago Trump slaps 25% tariffs on Japan, South Korea amid trade tensions

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump has imposed 25% tariffs on imports from Japan and South Korea, two of America’s closest allies. The decision was announced in formal letters sent to both countries, stating that their trade practices were “far from reciprocal.” The tariffs will take effect from August 1, unless trade policy changes are made. […]

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2 w. ago Govt to lay off 4,000 USC staff through Voluntary Separation Scheme

ISLAMABAD: The federal government has decided to lay off nearly 4,000 permanent employees of the Utility Stores Corporation (USC) through a Voluntary Separation Scheme (VSS) before proceeding with its privatisation. The regular employees will be transferred to the federal government’s surplus pool prior to the privatisation process. The decision was made during a meeting of […]

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2 w. ago Pakistan accuses India of ‘weaponising’ water under Indus Waters Treaty

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has formally raised concerns with the Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA), accusing India of weaponising the waters of the Western Rivers, a breach of the 1960 Indus Waters Treaty (IWT). In a submission to the PCA, Pakistan highlighted significant changes in India’s policy since April 23, 2025, suggesting that India’s actions could have […]

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2 w. ago Trump lifts sanctions on Syria, but key restrictions stay in place

In a major policy shift, former U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to lift certain sanctions on Syria. The decision marks a significant change in U.S. foreign policy toward the war-torn nation. However, several key restrictions will remain in effect, targeting specific individuals and groups. According to the U.S. State Department, sanctions […]

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3 w. ago LHC rules employee can’t be dismissed for short absence without valid justification

LAHORE – The Lahore High Court has ruled that a government employee cannot be dismissed from service for being absent from duty for less than one year without strong and valid reasons. The court clarified that under Section 4 of the Punjab Employees Efficiency, Discipline and Accountability Act (PEEDA), dismissal, removal, or compulsory retirement only […]

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3 w. ago Government employees shut down Peshawar in demand for pay and pension reforms

Peshawar came to a standstill on Wednesday as thousands of government employees flooded the city’s streets, staging a sit-in at Assembly Chowk that paralysed traffic along Khyber Road and adjacent routes for over ten hours. The protest, spearheaded by the Government Employees Grand Alliance, disrupted access to hospitals and other essential services, turning major city […]

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4 w. ago Senate committee recommends 50% salary hike, 20% pension increase

The Senate Standing Committee on Finance has made important budget recommendations. They suggest increasing government employees’ pensions by 20 percent, much higher than the previous 7 percent proposal. In addition, they want to raise salaries by 50 percent instead of just 10 percent. These changes aim to help workers face rising living costs. Moreover, the […]

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