4 h. ago Sui Gas New Connections likely to resume for 3.5 Million Pending Applicants; full details here

LAHORE – Finally some sigh of relief for millions of Pakistani households and businesses, as the federal government is looking

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7 h. ago Pakistan’s federal debt hits Rs76 trillion – A new record high

Pakistan’s federal government debt has reached an unprecedented level of Rs76,045 billion (Rs76.045 trillion) as of May 2025, marking the highest figure in the country’s history, according to official data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). The SBP’s monthly debt bulletin shows that domestic debt accounts for Rs53,460 billion, while external debt stands […]

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20 h. ago Pakistan, Russia to expand road, rail connectivity for warm waters access

In a significant development on regional connectivity, Pakistan and Russia have agreed to collaborate on establishing a robust rail and road network to link Pakistan with Central Asia and Russia, providing landlocked states direct access to warm waters through Pakistan. The agreement was reached during a high-level meeting between Federal Minister for Communications Abdul Aleem […]

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57 h. ago Divine help came for Pakistan’s aid during tensions with India, says Naqvi

ISLAMABAD: Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Wednesday said that Pakistan received “divine help” during its confrontation with India and

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3 d. ago Xi urges youth, students’ federations to deepen reform and innovation for new achievements

BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping has called on youth and students’ federations to adhere to the right political orientation, deepen reform and innovation, and, under the Party’s leadership, score new achievements on the new journey. Xi, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, […]

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4 d. ago Gwadar port expansion: Pakistan’s new gateway to GCC and beyond

The Ministry of Maritime Affairs announced a strategic plan on Tuesday to expand Gwadar Port’s operational capacity. The plan includes introducing new shipping routes and launching a ferry service connecting Pakistan directly with Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. Federal Minister Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry revealed these initiatives during a high-level meeting held in Islamabad. Chaudhry […]

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5 d. ago PPP not ready to join federal government, says Sharjeel Memon

KARACHI – Sindh Information Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon stated that the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) is not currently considering joining the federal government. He clarified that no formal invitation has been received from the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) so far. Speaking at a press conference, Memon said, “If a proposal is made in the future, […]

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5 d. ago Industry under pressure as govt restores duties on raw materials: BMP

The Businessmen Panel (BMP) of the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) has strongly opposed the federal government’s recent decision to reverse tariff cuts on imported industrial raw materials, warning that the move will severely damage domestic industry, accelerate inflation, and weaken the country’s already fragile export performance. In a statement issued […]

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5 d. ago Shifting gears from mandatory certification to truthful labeling in Seeds

By Dr Riaz Ud Din Mahsood Ishangi The Pashto proverb “if someone leaves the footsteps of their ancestor, ultimately they would not be able to place their own steps on the path” aptly describes the current situation in the Federal Government of Pakistan’s right-sizing phase. The Ministry of National Food Security and Research, like other […]

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6 d. ago Ahsan Iqbal blames PTI for targeting institutions, praises government’s economic recovery efforts

NAROWAL – Federal Minister for Planning and Development Ahsan Iqbal strongly criticized the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) on Sunday for targeting state institutions, especially through social media campaigns. He accused the party of spreading negativity against the country’s armed forces and undermining national unity. Speaking at a public ceremony in Narowal, Ahsan Iqbal said that the […]

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6 d. ago Debt service payments by developing states hit $921bn in 2024

Debt service payments by developing countries soared by $74 billion in 2024 from $847 billion to $921 , according to a new UN report, which points out that two-thirds of the low income nations are either in debt distress or at a high risk of it. The report, “Confronting the Debt Crisis: 11 Actions to […]

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8 d. 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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8 d. ago Salik reaffirms govt’s commitment to address overseas Pakistanis’ issues as a priority

Overseas Pakistanis are making huge contributions to national economy: Faisal Zahid Malik Federal Minister for Overseas Pakistanis and Hu-man Resource

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8 d. ago Pakistan approves Rs17.57 trillion federal budget for 2025–26 with key tax reforms

The National Assembly of Pakistan has officially approved the Rs17,573 billion federal budget for the fiscal year 2025–26, passing the Finance Bill with a majority vote. All cut motions from the opposition were rejected during Thursday’s session. Under the approved budget, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has set a tax collection target of Rs14,131 […]

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9 d. ago Pakistan’s national assembly passes budget for 2025–26 with amendments

The National Assembly of Pakistan has passed the federal budget for the upcoming fiscal year 2025–26. The approval came after several days of debate, discussions, and review by lawmakers during a special session held in Islamabad. Members of the assembly approved the Finance Bill 2025 through a clause-by-clause voting process, making it the official budget […]

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9 d. ago Govt vows crackdown on sectarian hate speech during Muharram

Islamabad — The federal government of Pakistan has decided to take strict action against individuals spreading sectarian hatred on social media during the holy month of Muharram, aiming to ensure nationwide peace and security. The decision was made during a high-level security meeting in Islamabad chaired by Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, which reviewed the security […]

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9 d. ago Pakistan storms into final of 2nd Asian Doubles Squash C’ships 2025

Pakistan’s dynamic squash duo, Noor Zaman and Nasir Iqbal delivered a thrilling performance to secure a place in the final of the 2nd Asian Doubles Squash Championships 2025 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Wednesday. According to information made available here by Pakistan Squash Federation ( PSF), Pakistani pair edged past hosts Malaysia in a fiercely […]

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9 d. ago National heroes honored: Pakistan awards Rs 9 crore to athletes and federations

The Government of Pakistan has distributed over Rs 9 crore in cash prizes and grants to honor the country’s athletes and sports federations. The awards were presented at a prestigious ceremony held by the Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) in recognition of outstanding performances by national athletes who represented Pakistan on international platforms. A total of […]

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1 week ago Government instructs FBR not to increase taxes on imports from US, China

The Pakistani government has instructed the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to refrain from increasing taxes and customs duties on imports coming from the United States, China, and several other major trading partners. This directive covers imports from countries including the US, Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Japan, and China, according to FBR officials. The […]

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1 week ago JI criticizes govt for Trump’s Nobel Peace Prize recommendation, calls it diplomatic blunder

MULTAN: Deputy Emir of Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Pakistan, Liaqat Baloch, has strongly criticised the federal government and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for recommending U.S. President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, calling it a “blunder.” Baloch, in a statement, expressed his disapproval, stating that the move reflected poor judgment in Pakistan’s foreign policy. He pointed […]

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