5 d. ago Swat tragedy report submitted, reveals major gaps in safety measures

A 384-page inquiry report on the recent Swat River tragedy was submitted to the Peshawar High Court during a hearing on Tuesday. The report highlights significant gaps in river safety planning and flood preparedness by government departments. It also includes details of the response efforts following the incident that claimed multiple lives. According to the […]

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5 d. ago Govt ends net metering, sets new solar buyback rate at Rs11.33

ISLAMABAD – The government has decided to replace the net metering system with gross metering, significantly reducing the buyback rate for solar electricity to ease financial pressure on the power sector. Under the new solar energy policy, the buyback rate for electricity generated by new solar users will be reduced to Rs11.33 per unit—about one-third […]

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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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6 d. ago Rs616 billion spent to keep struggling state enterprises afloat

The government of Pakistan provided a massive Rs616 billion in financial support to loss-making state-owned enterprises (SOEs) during the first half of the 2024–25 fiscal year, according to the Ministry of Finance. This amount included Rs113 billion in grants, Rs333 billion in subsidies—mostly for the power sector—Rs92 billion in loans, and Rs77.5 billion in equity […]

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9 d. ago Energy minister pushes to limit profits on solar net metering amid power sector reforms

ISLAMABAD — Federal Energy Minister Owais Leghari has renewed efforts to convince the federal cabinet to end provincial taxes on electricity bills and limit profits from solar net metering, despite opposition from provincial governments. He plans to present a revised plan within one to two weeks that would extend the current one to one-and-a-half-year return […]

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1 week ago Toyota Yaris all variants updated installment plans for 2025 unveiled

United Bank Limited (UBL) has launched easy monthly installment plans for one of the best-selling cars, Toyota Yaris, through its

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2 w. ago World bank injects $55M to digitally upgrade Pakistan’s power discos

The World Bank has approved an additional $55 million in financing to support Pakistan’s power sector reforms, specifically targeting Hyderabad Electric Supply Company (HESCO) and Peshawar Electric Supply Company (PESCO). The funding is part of the Electricity Distribution Efficiency Improvement Project (EDEIP), designed to modernize outdated systems and enhance the operational and financial performance of […]

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2 w. ago Pakistan, France ink €12M deal to transform urban sanitation

The Government of Pakistan and the French Development Agency (AFD) have signed a €12 million grant agreement. The funding will help improve water supply and sanitation services in selected urban areas of Punjab, especially in Lahore and Faisalabad. The project aims to boost the quality of public services and strengthen local water management systems. The […]

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2 w. ago Pakistan increases flights to Iran, Iraq for Muharram and Arbaeen pilgrimage

ISLAMABAD: In a significant move to facilitate religious pilgrims, the government of Pakistan has increased the number of weekly flights to Iran and Iraq in preparation for the Muharram and Arbaeen religious events. This development was finalized in a high-level meeting of the special task force established to streamline pilgrimage travel. The meeting, chaired by […]

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2 w. ago Govt to vaccinate children up to 15 with IPV to strengthen polio immunity

ISLAMABAD: In a significant move to combat the polio virus, the government of Pakistan has decided to administer inactivated polio vaccine (IPV) injections to children up to the age of 15. This initiative, driven by recommendations from global anti-polio organizations, aims to significantly enhance immunity against the virus, particularly in regions where immunity levels have […]

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2 w. ago Trump reinstates tough US policy on cuba, travel ban back in effect

In a major shift, former U.S. President Donald Trump has signed a new directive reversing President Joe Biden’s softer approach toward Cuba. The decision marks the return of strict U.S. policy, reintroducing economic and travel restrictions that had been previously eased. Trump’s move signals a more hardline stance, aiming to pressure the Cuban government on […]

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2 w. ago Punjab opposition suffers major blow as four committee heads removed

LAHORE – In a significant political move, the Punjab government has intensified pressure on the opposition by successfully removing four opposition lawmakers from key standing committee chairmanships in the provincial assembly. The Punjab Assembly Secretariat issued formal notifications on Sunday confirming the removal of these opposition chairpersons following successful no-confidence motions. This development is part […]

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2 w. ago Earn Rs. 1,000 instantly by recycling plastic bottles in Lahore

In a bold step towards a cleaner environment, the Punjab government has signed a deal with a private company to launch a plastic recycling initiative in Lahore. As part of the Chief Minister’s Green Credits Program, this project encourages citizens to recycle single-use plastic bottles and receive instant cash rewards. The private company will install […]

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2 w. ago OGRA hikes gas prices for industries and power sector, no change for domestic users

ISLAMABAD – The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has issued a notification announcing an increase in gas prices for several sectors, effective from July 1, 2025. However, domestic consumers have been spared from the price hike, with only a rise in fixed monthly charges. According to OGRA’s spokesperson, the revised gas rates will not […]

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2 w. ago Trump attacks Zohran Mamdani as “pure communist” in latest criticism

US President Donald Trump ramped up his attacks on Zohran Mamdani, the winner of New York City’s Democratic mayoral primary, calling him a “pure communist” during a Sunday interview. Mamdani, a progressive candidate who identifies as a democratic socialist, had gained significant attention for his surprise victory against former Governor Andrew Cuomo, whose campaign had […]

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3 w. ago Pakistan welcomes tweaks in UN report on children, armed conflict

Pakistan has welcomed the decision announced by the United Nations Secretary General to remove its references to Pakistan from the Annual Report on Children and Armed Conflict. In a statement, the Foreign Office Spokesperson said this significant outcome is a testament to the government of Pakistan’s constructive, sustained, and intensive engagement with the United Nations, […]

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3 w. ago Govt sets eye on complete transition to electric buses in Karachi

The Sindh government has decided to introduce a significant number of electric and hybrid buses during the current financial year. Sindh Senior Minister and Provincial Minister for Information, Transport, and Mass Transit, Sharjeel Inam Memon, stated that in the coming months, along with double-decker buses, additional buses will be added to Karachi’s roads. He further […]

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3 w. 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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3 w. ago Government forms committee to appoint leadership for Pakistan digital authority

ISLAMABAD — The federal government has taken a significant step to launch the Pakistan Digital Authority (PDA) by forming a Search and Selection Committee. This committee will appoint the chairperson and two members who will lead the authority. Chaired by Minister for IT and Telecom Shaza Fatima, the committee is tasked with shortlisting qualified candidates […]

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3 w. ago Transforming english teaching for 30,000 teachers across Sindh: British council and school education and literacy department (SELD) Sindh launch landmark partnership

27th June 2026: The British Council and the School Education and Literacy Department (SELD), Government of Sindh, have signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) to formalise a new phase of collaboration aimed at transforming the way English is taught in public schools across Sindh. This strategic partnership—set to be formalised through an Operational Alliance Agreement—will […]

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