67 m. ago Tax revenue from electricity bills drops by Rs110 billion amid falling consumption

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) collected Rs490 billion in taxes through electricity bills in FY2024–25, marking a sharp decline of Rs110 billion compared to Rs600 billion collected in the previous fiscal year. This drop reflects changing energy consumption trends and slower economic activity. According to official sources, the decrease in tax revenue is largely […]

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89 m. ago FPCCI urges nationwide shift to solar power for economic and energy relief

Pakistan can unlock major economic and environmental benefits by adopting solar energy across the country, the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) said on Saturday. During a meeting with a group of industrialists led by Zia Ur Rehman, Shahid Imran, convener of FPCCI’s Regional Committee on Food, highlighted Pakistan’s over 300 sunny […]

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92 m. ago FTO pledges fair tax system to empower Pakistan’s business community

The Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO) has reaffirmed its commitment to building a fair and efficient tax environment that supports businesses across Pakistan. FTO Coordinator Saif Ur Rehman shared this during a meeting with business leaders in Lahore on Saturday. Addressing a delegation led by Zahid Iqbal Arain, he highlighted the vital role businesses play in […]

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2 h. ago Tom Cruise hopes for new family with Ana de Armas, seeks ‘second chance’ at fatherhood

Hollywood superstar Tom Cruise is reportedly planning to start a new family with actress Ana de Armas, seeing it as a second chance at fatherhood. Despite being estranged from his daughter Suri, whom he shares with ex-wife Katie Holmes, Cruise now appears more hopeful about building a new future. According to Heat Magazine, Cruise has […]

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3 h. ago Fresh fears in Lyari as another residential building declared unsafe

KARACHI: Just days after a tragic building collapse claimed 27 lives, another multi-storey residential structure in Lyari’s Agra Taj area has been declared unsafe, raising alarm across the city. Cracks were spotted on the building, which houses 10 residential units, prompting immediate inspection and evacuation orders from authorities on Sunday. The Sindh Building Control Authority […]

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5 h. ago Qatari ambassador hosts luncheon in honour of Governor Sindh

The Ambassador of Qatar to Pakistan, Ali Bin Mubarak Al-Khater, hosted a special luncheon in honour of Governor Sindh Muhammad

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6 h. ago Fawad says Nawaz’s revenge against Imran backfired, slams current political setup

Former federal minister Fawad Chaudhry said Nawaz Sharif damaged his own political standing by focusing on revenge against PTI founder Imran Khan. He stated that Nawaz’s decisions weakened his party’s influence and public image. Speaking on a TV show, Fawad argued that personal grudges should not drive national politics, as they often lead to political […]

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16 h. ago Hamas says it delivered ‘positive response’ on US Gaza ceasefire plan

Hamas said on late Friday that it has delivered a “positive response” to mediators on the latest proposal for a new Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal put forward by the US. The Palestinian armed group said on Friday night that it was “seriously ready to enter immediately into a round of negotiations”, but it […]

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16 h. ago Govt accepts IMF demand to public officers’ asset declaration

The federal government has fulfilled another condition set by the International Monetary Fund (IMF), making it mandatory for all government officers in Grade 17 and above to publicly declare their assets. A gazette notification for the Civil Servants (Amendment) Bill, 2025 has been officially issued following approval by President Asif Ali Zardari. The bill aims […]

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19 h. ago Defeated India trying to pacify its domestic audience by blaming China: Khawaja Asif

ISLAMABAD: Defence Minister Khawaja Asif rejected the top Indian Army officer’s claims about China’s ‘live [satellite] inputs’ to Pakistan during its recent conflict with India in May, saying such statements are aimed at pacifying the domestic audience. India’s Deputy Chief of Army Staff, Rahul R Singh, claimed a day ago that Beijing provided real-time satellite […]

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20 h. ago Maintaining law, order during Muharram top priority: Mohsin Naqvi

ISLAMABAD: Comprehensive security arrangements have been implemented across the country for the processions and majalis on the 9th of Muharram. Around 2,763 processions and 7,598 majalis are being held on Saturday in the Federal Capital, Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan, Sindh, Azad Kashmir, and Gilgit-Baltistan. Strict security measures have been enforced in 1,129 highly sensitive areas, […]

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23 h. ago CTD kills five terrorists, foils major attack in Taunsa Sharif

In a significant counter-terrorism breakthrough, Punjab’s Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) killed five suspected terrorists in Taunsa Sharif during a late-night intelligence-based operation on Saturday. The action foiled what officials called a “major terror attack” planned by a heavily armed group. According to a CTD press release, the operation was carried out near the Tri-Border Village area—located […]

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23 h. ago One killed, three injured by armed suspects firing in Bannu: police

BANNU: At least one person was killed and three others were injured after armed assailants attacked a jirga in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Bannu district, police said on Saturday. Pakistan has witnessed an uptick in terror activities recently, especially in KP and Balochistan after the banned Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) ended its ceasefire with the government in November 2022. Bannu police spokesperson […]

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23 h. ago Govt, politicians, army united, and that’s what’s bothering people: Naqvi

Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has said that for the first time in Pakistan’s history, the government, political leadership, and military establishment are united on the same page, and that is causing discomfort for some. Responding to a reporter’s question in Rohri regarding rumors about removing President Asif Ali Zardari, Naqvi urged people not to […]

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24 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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26 h. ago ECC demands fair access for farmers left out of Rs37.5bn loan scheme

The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) has expressed concern over the exclusion of small farmers from Punjab and Sindh in a new Risk Coverage Scheme. The scheme, developed to provide financial support to farmers in underserved areas, currently covers only Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan. The ECC has now asked the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) to […]

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27 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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29 h. ago Yusuf Baloch: “Shelter arranged for Lyari victims in hotels”

In Karachi’s Lyari area, a five-storey residential building in Baghdadi collapsed suddenly, killing at least 16 people and injuring others. The tragic incident has left many families homeless and shocked the local community. According to MPA Yusuf Baloch, displaced residents are being temporarily housed in nearby hotels. He stated that the Sindh government is coordinating […]

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29 h. ago Punjab unveils Rs52 billion package for farmers, youth, and roads

Punjab’s Provincial Development Working Party (PDWP) has approved nine major development projects worth more than Rs52.35 billion, aiming to support farmers, young graduates, and urban infrastructure. The second PDWP meeting for fiscal year 2025–26, chaired by Dr. Naeem Rauf, focused heavily on agriculture reforms and rural uplift. One of the biggest projects is the solarisation […]

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31 h. ago Forces gun down 30 more Indian sponsored terrorists in North Waziristan

Tariq Saeed Peshawar Demonstrating an exceptional professionalism, vigilance and preparedness, the Pakistan Army led security forces thwarted yet another attempt

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