Senate
ISLAMABAD, April 13: Pakistan's Senate has pushed for a significant enhancement of its influence in the country's governance, proposing a series of reforms aimed at bolstering its role in crucial national decisions, including budgetary allocations and ministerial appointments. In a report submitted to the Inter-Parliamentary Union
Eid al-Fitr holidays
LAHORE, April 6: The All Pakistan Private Schools and Colleges Association has issued the schedule for Eid al-Fitr holidays. According to the announcement, private schools and colleges across the country will observe Eid al-Fitr holidays from April 10 to 14. These institutions will resume regular classes on Monday, April 15,
wheat
ISLAMABAD, April 06: Pakistan's federal government has significantly reduced its wheat procurement target for the upcoming season, sparking worries about potential shortages. The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet approved a target of only 2.5 million metric tons, a staggering 69% decrease compared to the previous
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LAHORE, April 05: Pakistan Railways has reached the highest revenue level in the country's history by earning over 66 billion rupees in the span of nine months. By the end of the current fiscal year, Pakistan Railways is expected to exceed 80 billion rupees in revenue, with a
economy
ISLAMABAD, Mar 29: In the second quarter of the current fiscal year, the uncertain performance of industries and services sector had a negative impact on economic growth, pushing Pakistan's economic growth rate down to just one percent. According to media reports, just two days before leaving office, former
tax evasion
ISLAMABAD, Mar 27: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has urged the current government to implement an automatic track and trace system, emphasizing the need to seal units not included in the system. According to media reports, sources within the Ministry of Finance revealed that the IMF has expressed dissatisfaction with
increase in remittances
ISLAMABAD, March 26: Pakistani expatriates working in Spain have contributed significantly to the country's economy, with a 21% increase in remittances during the first 8 months of the fiscal year. According to data released by the State Bank, Pakistani expatriates working in Spain sent a total of $384.
electricity
Pakistan's power woes are set to worsen as the Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA) has requested an increase in electricity prices by Rs 5 per unit. This hike, if approved by the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) on March 28th, would translate to an additional burden of
Shehbaz Sharif
Islamabad - In a move aimed at streamlining government operations, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced the formation of a seven-member committee tasked with proposing institutional reforms and reducing the size of the federal government. The committee will be chaired by the Deputy Chairman of the Planning Commission. Other members include
Arif Alvi
KARACHI, March 12: Dr. Arif Alvi, the former President of Pakistan, has been allocated a government residence in Bath Island, Karachi, in accordance with para B-2 of the President Pension Act's schedule. The State Management Office of the government has officially communicated this allocation to the Secretary Presidential
first female Chief Minister
LAHORE, Maryam Nawaz, the daughter of former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, was elected on Monday as the Chief Minister of Punjab, making her the first woman to hold the position in the history of Pakistan. Nawaz, the nominated candidate of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), received 220 votes in the
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PESHAWAR, Feb 16: The names of potential candidates for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's new cabinet have emerged, shedding light on the province's forthcoming political landscape. According to insiders within the party, prominent figures such as Mushtaq Ghani are poised to assume significant roles, with Ghani possibly ascending to
Gas
ISLAMABAD, Feb 14: Consumers, both protected and non-protected, are poised to face a significant uptick in gas prices, according to the sources within the industry. The media reports indicate that protected consumers can anticipate a Rs. 10 per mmbtu hike, while their non-protected counterparts will see a steeper increase of
Pakistan Super League Season 9
LAHORE, Feb 13: The trophy for the upcoming ninth season of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) was revealed on Tuesday in Lahore. PSL 9 is set to take place across four cities: Karachi, Lahore, Multan, and Rawalpindi, with the final scheduled for March 18 at the National Bank Stadium in
Tennis Federation
ISLAMABAD, Feb 10: Ttennis star Aisam-ul-Haq emerged victorious, securing the position of President of the Pakistan Tennis Federation after election held in Islamabad. The battle for the presidency saw Aisam-ul-Haq clinching a narrow victory with 8 votes, while his opponent Asghar Nawaz fell short with 7 votes. However, the opposition
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Islamabad, Feb 08: The Government of Pakistan has announced plans to allow international oil suppliers to import, sell locally, and re-export petroleum products on their own accounts. This decision aims to enhance the country's fuel security and boost the economy. The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is amending