Tue, 21-Oct-2025

KP CM Gandapur assures no forced expulsions of Afghan refugees

KP CM Gandapur assures no forced expulsions of Afghan refugees

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur announced on Friday that the government would not forcibly deport any Afghan refugee from the northwestern region of Pakistan. While addressing a press conference in Islamabad, the KP CM stated, “We will not expel any Afghan refugee by force from KP. We oppose any form of forcible deportation … Read more

Pakistan’s creates new strategy to counter the 29% US Tariff impact on trade

Pakistan's creates new strategy to counter the 29% US Tariff impact on trade

The federal government has decided to devise an effective strategy to tackle the challenges posed by the 29 percent United States (US) tariff on Pakistan’s products, News reported. In response to the move approved by US President Donald Trump, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has formed a high-level steering committee and a working group to negotiate … Read more

Karachi power consumers may get another relief as K-Electric requests for reduction

Karachi power consumers may get another relief as K-Electric requests for reduction

KARACHI: K-Electric has requested a reduction in electricity prices, potentially bringing relief to power consumers in Karachi, news reported. K-Electric has requested NEPRA to reduce the power tariff by Rs6.62 per unit in the monthly fuel adjustment for February. If approved, this reduction would provide a total relief of Rs6.66 billion. K-Electric submitted its request … Read more

PM Shehbaz takes action on private Hajj quota reduction, orders investigation

PM Shehbaz takes action on private Hajj quota reduction, orders investigation

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif has ordered an immediate inquiry into the reduction of the private Hajj quota, which has left thousands of Pakistani pilgrims unable to perform Hajj in 2025, News reported. The premier has formed a three-member committee to investigate the matter and identify those responsible for failing to obtain the private … Read more

Hafiz Naeem calls for forensic audit of IPPs, seeks lower power tariffs

JI emir announces nationwide strike on April 26 in solidarity with Gaza

KARACHI: Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Pakistan chief Hafiz Naeemur Rehman urged the government on Friday to conduct a forensic audit of Independent Power Producers (IPPs), News reported. Speaking at a press conference in Karachi, Hafiz Naeemur Rehman accused all previous governments—including PML-N, PPP, PTI, and PDM—of supporting the IPPs. He credited the recent reduction in electricity prices … Read more

Pakistan Army pledges full support to government in combating terrorism and illegal activities

Pakistan Army pledges full support to government in combatting terrorism and illegal activities

RAWALPINDI: April 4, 2025 – Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir chaired the 268th Corps Commanders’ Conference (CCC) at the General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi, where senior military leaders discussed key security challenges and reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to peace and stability. The forum began with a solemn tribute to the martyrs of … Read more

PM Shehbaz calls President Zardari to inquire about his health

PM Shehbaz calls President Zardari to inquire about his health

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif called President Asif Ali Zardari on Friday to inquire about his health, news reported. The prime minister conveyed his best wishes to the president and prayed for his swift recovery, stating that the entire nation was praying for President Asif Ali Zardari. Earlier, Dr. Asim Hussain shared an update on … Read more

SBCA rule amendments spark outcry over urban planning violations

SBCA rule amendments spark outcry over urban planning violations

Karachi: The Sindh Building Control Authority (SBCA) has introduced controversial amendments to its regulations, triggering intense criticism from urban planners and civil society groups. Experts warn that the changes could lead to increased traffic congestion, unregulated commercialization, and violations of urban planning principles. One of the most contentious amendments allows commercial projects to be built … Read more

Pakistan rejects US trade tariffs as unfair, calls for multilateral action

Pakistan rejects US trade tariffs as unfair, calls for multilateral action

The United States has imposed a unilateral 29% tariff on Pakistani exports, citing “reciprocity” over Pakistan’s alleged 58% tariffs on US goods. Pakistan has strongly rejected this move, calling it disproportionate, misleading, and in violation of WTO principles. The decision threatens to destabilize Pakistan’s export-driven industries, particularly textiles and agriculture, placing millions of jobs at … Read more

Maryam Nawaz to introduce ‘Sahulat-on-the-Go Bazaars’ across Punjab

Maryam Nawaz to introduce ‘Sahulat-on-the-Go Bazaars’ across Punjab

Punjab will soon introduce its first-ever ‘Sahulat-on-the-Go bazaars,’ following the approval of Chief Minister of Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif. In a special meeting, Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif reviewed the project and directed officials to launch a pilot phase at 14 locations in Lahore within four months. The government plans to utilize roadside land for … Read more