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ISLAMABAD: Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has pledged relentless operations against the drug mafia, following the tragic martyrdom of ANF Constable Mohammad Afzal in Panjgur. Expressing condolences to Constable Afzal's family, Minister Naqvi also prayed for the swift recovery of injured soldier Mohammad Shahid, ensuring he receives the
Islamabad: The Islamabad High Court has ruled in favor of proceeding with the expulsion case against Awami Muslim League chief Sheikh Rasheed, concerning his use of offensive language directed at PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto. Justice Tariq Mehmood Jahangiri delivered the verdict, approving Sheikh Rasheed's plea to dismiss similar
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LAHORE: In result of secer crackdown, 80% of LPG shops in Lahore have been closed, responding to the widespread sale of LPG at inflated prices. The LPG price, officially set at Rs 234 per kg by Ogra, has skyrocketed to Rs 320 per kg in various areas, creating distress among
Islamabad: State-owned enterprises in Pakistan have reported staggering annual losses amounting to 905 billion rupees, marking a significant 23% increase from the previous fiscal year. According to a financial report, the energy sector alone incurred losses of 304 billion rupees, despite government interventions totaling 1,021 billion rupees across various
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LAHORE: The Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) of Punjab has requested 1.42 billion rupees from the provincial government for operational upgrades, aimed at enhancing anti-terrorism efforts and maintaining law and order. The funds are intended to equip CTD with modern technology and resources for effective counterterrorism operations. Specifically, 354.5
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ISLAMABAD: The government has earmarked 15,277 billion rupees for the payment of foreign loans and interest, as revealed during a session in the National Assembly detailing significant mandatory expenditures. Out of a total non-approved mandatory expense budget exceeding 34,555 billion rupees, over 19,050 billion rupees have been
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan People's Party (PPP) has reversed its decision to boycott the budget session following substantial progress in negotiations with the federal government. Sources indicate that while the PPP has not yet decided on voting for the budget, Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has instructed all National Assembly
LAHORE: Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif has decided to establish the Punjab Enforcement Authority, aimed at tackling issues of adulteration, hoarding, and illegal profiteering across the province. This decisive step underscores the government's commitment to safeguarding citizens from unfair practices in food supply. According to Punjab government
ISLAMABAD: The Senate Standing Committee on Finance, chaired by Senator Saleem Mandviwala, has endorsed the decision to remove sales tax exemptions from charitable and welfare hospitals. During the meeting, concerns were raised about trust hospitals not settling bills and the financial practices of hospitals benefiting from tax exemptions. Senator Farooq
PESHAWAR, June 13: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Finance Advisor Muzamil Aslam has sharply criticized the federal budget, labeling it a "poison-killer" that will severely impact the lives and businesses of ordinary citizens. Describing the budget as an "economic murder" for the common people, Aslam asserted that it predominantly
Karachi, June 13: The Sindh government has announced holidays in observance of Eid-ul-Adha. As per the notification issued by the Sindh government, subordinate institutions under the provincial government will remain closed from Monday, June 17th to Wednesday, June 19th. Eid-ul-Adha, a significant religious occasion, will be celebrated across Pakistan on
Peshawar, June 13: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Food Minister Zahir Shah Toro has declared plans for nationwide protests on June 14, advocating for the release of Founder Chairman Imran Khan. Minister Toro disclosed that protests are scheduled to take place across the country, with Chief Minister Mahmood Khan pledging participation in demonstrations
ISLAMABAD, June 13: The Shehbaz Sharif-led government has deferred the implementation of anticipated austerity measures announced during the budget presentation, opting to establish yet another committee for recommendations. Despite the recommendations put forth by a high-level committee, none were mentioned by the finance minister in his budget speech, raising eyebrows
ISLAMABAD, June 13: The central secretariat of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf (PTI) has been desealed following orders from the Islamabad High Court on Thursday. Sources indicate that PTI's central secretariat has been reopened, with the expected arrival of key leaders including Barrister Gohar and Rauf Hassan. A Quran recitation session
ISLAMABAD, June 13: A crucial meeting between PTI and Leader of the House Ishaq Dar regarding the division of standing committees concluded without a resolution. The PTI delegation, including Shibli Faraz and parliamentary leader Barrister Ali Zafar, convened with Dar in the Senate, aiming to finalize committee assignments. Despite discussions,
ISLAMABAD, June 13: The budget for the fiscal year 2024-25 has introduced significant adjustments to income tax rates, affecting various brackets of the salaried class. Under the new budget, individuals earning a monthly income of Rs 50,000 or less have been exempted from income tax, providing relief to lower-income