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PPP Gives Federal Government One-Month Deadline to Fulfil Commitments

October 19, 2025 by Nimra Sohail

The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) has given the federal government a one-month deadline to fulfill its promises. The decision was made during an important meeting chaired by PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari at Bilawal House, where several key matters were discussed. The meeting focused on the political alliance between the PPP and the PML-N, strategies … Read more

Sindh and Federal Government join hands on National wheat policy

September 19, 2025 by Sana Fatima

The federal and Sindh governments have agreed to draft a National Wheat Policy to tackle food security challenges and protect local farmers. This understanding came during a meeting in Karachi between Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah and Federal Minister for National Food Security Rana Tanveer Hussain. Several senior officials from both sides attended, … Read more

16,000 Pakistanis imprisoned abroad

August 12, 2025 by Abid Khan

ISLAMABAD: The federal government has disclosed the number of Pakistanis imprisoned overseas, presenting the details in the National Assembly. In a written reply to a question from MNA Shehla Raza, Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar revealed that 15,953 Pakistanis are currently jailed in countries across the Middle East and Southeast Asia. According to the reply, despite … Read more

Federal Government restructures missing person’s commission

August 8, 2025 by Sana Fatima

ISLAMABAD: The federal government has officially restructured the Inquiry Commission on Enforced Disappearances, according to a report. Justice (R) Syed Arshad Hussain Shah has been appointed as the new chairman of the commission. As of July 31, 2025, the commission has received a total of 10,607 cases related to enforced disappearances across Pakistan. Out of … Read more

Federal Govt to engage parties over flaws in 18th Amendment

August 4, 2025 by Abid Khan

ISLAMABAD: The federal government has decided to initiate consultations with the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) and other political parties on addressing shortcomings in the 18th Constitutional Amendment. According to official sources, the consultation process will continue during the ongoing session of the National Assembly. In the first phase, talks will be held with the PPP, … Read more

Govt to compensate over 60,000 pilgrims with priority in 2026

July 15, 2025 by Abid Khan

ISLAMABAD: The federal government has decided to give priority in the next Hajj to more than 60,000 intending pilgrims who were unable to perform Hajj this year. The decision was discussed during a meeting of the National Assembly Standing Committee on Religious Affairs, held under the chairmanship of Malik Amir Dogar. Federal Minister for … Read more

Good news for employees, Federal government announces a holiday

June 27, 2025 by Sana Fatima

In a welcome move for employees, the federal government has announced a one-day holiday for all financial institutions across Pakistan. The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has confirmed that Tuesday, July 1, 2025, will be observed as a bank holiday nationwide. All commercial banks, development finance institutions, and microfinance banks will remain closed for public … Read more

Federal Government introduces digital loan scheme for Pakistani farmers

June 24, 2025June 24, 2025 by Sana Fatima

The federal government has introduced a major agricultural reform by launching digital loans for farmers in Pakistan. It now offers unsecured loans of up to Rs1 million to smallholder farmers. Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb announced the scheme in the National Assembly during his budget speech. The government designed it to provide financial support for essential … Read more

Govt plans 10% surcharge on electricity bills to curb circular debt

June 11, 2025 by Abid Khan

Good News: Govt announces big relief in electricity bills

ISLAMABAD: The federal government is planning to impose a 10 percent surcharge on electricity bills as part of efforts to reduce the growing circular debt in the power sector. According to official sources, the proposed surcharge will be implemented through amendments to the NEPRA Act, enabling the legal framework required for its enforcement. Reports suggest … Read more

NEPRA fixes electric vehicles charging tariff at Rs 23.57 unit

April 16, 2025 by Abid Khan

ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has fixed basic tariff of electric vehicle charging stations Rs 23.57 per unit as the federal government’s request has been approved.

NEPRA has issued a decision to reduce the tariff and has fixed a Rs 23.5 unit of charging stations of electric vehicles. The tariff has been reduced from Rs 45.55 to Rs 23.57 per unit.

NEPRA’s decision states that the basic tariffs of electric charging stations of vehicles have been reduced by Rs 21.98 per unit.

Meanwhile a request to remove capped margin of Rs 24.44 on vehicle charging stations also approved.

NEPRA said in its decision that according to the government request, the margin has been set aside the market.

It is to be noted here that the federal government had submitted a request to NEPRA for reduction in tariff of charging stations.

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Govt to announce major electricity price cut, Rs. 9-10 deduction expected

February 2, 2025 by Rao Abdullah

Big relief: electricity prices expected to reduce

The federal government is set to announce a significant reduction in electricity tariffs, as Power Distribution Companies (Discos) request a negative adjustment of Rs. 52.123 billion, roughly Rs. 2 per unit, for the second quarter of FY 2024-25 under the Quarterly Tariff Adjustment (QTA) mechanism. This reduction, which is expected to take effect from March … Read more

Federal government implements rightsizing in ministries amid reforms

January 7, 2025 by Nimra Sohail

The federal government has launched the rightsizing of nine ministries as part of its comprehensive structural reforms, as per a statement from the Ministry of Finance. The ministries undergoing changes include Kashmir Affairs, SAFRON (States and Frontier Regions), Information Technology (IT), Industries and Production, Health, Science and Technology, Commerce, Housing and Works, and Food Security. … Read more

Federal Govt forms joint task force to combat propaganda

December 2, 2024 by Abid Khan

ISLAMABAD: The federal government has constituted a 10-member joint task force (JTF) to identify those involved in propaganda against the state of Pakistan.

The joint task force formed with the approval of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.

According to the notification, a 10-member joint task force has been formed under the chairmanship of Chairman Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA).

The joint task force also includes officers from other agencies. Representatives of Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), Military Intelligence (MI) and Deputy Inspector General of Police Islamabad are also part of the task force.

Director Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Cybercrime and Joint Director Intelligence Bureau (IB) are also included in the task force. The director of the IT (Ministry of IT), and the joint secretary of the interior and information ministries are also included in the task force.

According to the notification, the Joint Task Force will identify elements spreading false propaganda in view of the recent protests.

The JTF’s responsibilities include (a) identifying the people, organisations, and groups responsible for producing and disseminating false information about political miscreants in Islamabad from November 24–27, including the full media campaign surrounding the issue, (b) tracking down and tracing the people or groups involved in this malicious campaign, whether they are in Pakistan or overseas and (iii) proposing steps to reduce policy gaps.

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Army deployed in Islamabad amid protests by PTI

November 26, 2024 by Abid Khan

ISLAMABAD: Federal Government has deployed Pakistan Army federal capital to deal any emergency like situation during the protest of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf(PTI).

The Ministry of Interior has issued a notification calling for the army in Islamabad, according to which the Pakistan Army has been called under Article 245 and it has been made clear that those who break the law will be dealt with iron hands.

According to the notification, the Army has also been assigned powers to impose curfew to maintain law and order situation in any area.

Sources indicate that security forces have also been authorised to shoot miscreants and troublemakers on sight.

It should be noted that during the PTI protest in Islamabad, miscreants rammed a vehicle on the Rangers personnel on the Srinagar highway, in a result 4 Rangers personnel were martyred while 5 Rangers and 2 policemen were also seriously injured.

According to security sources, 4 Rangers and 2 policemen have been martyred so far in the attacks on the law enforcement agencies by miscreants, while more than 100 policemen have been injured so far, many of whom are seriously injured.

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Govt devises strategy to deal with PTI’s Islamabad march

November 19, 2024 by Abid Khan

ISLAMABAD: The government has started preparations to deal with Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf(PTI) Islamabad march scheduled on November 24.

The federal government has started preparations to deal with PTI’s protest and possible sit-in and in this regard it has been decided to tighten security arrangements in the federal capital.

Islamabad Police has asked for 9,000 Rangers and Frontier Constabulary (FC) personnel before November 22, while anti-riots kits have also been requested by the police authorities.

Section 144 has also been imposed in Islamabad for 2 months under which all public gatherings, processions, rallies and demonstrations of 5 or more people will be banned.

According to the sources, PTI has also completed the preparations for the protest in Islamabad and party sources claim that 10,000 workers have already reached Islamabad, Rawalpindi and nearby areas in this regard.

According to the sources, PTI is determined to get its founder out of jail and it is being said that party mandate has to be returned, while announcements are also being made not to return back until the demands are accepted.

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Govt to collect Hajj fees in three installments

November 8, 2024November 8, 2024 by Abid Khan

ISLAMABAD: The federal government has decided to receive Hajj package fees from intending pilgrims in three installments.

The good news for the pilgrims who wish to go to Hajj Baitullah through the government scheme is that it has been decided to introduce a scheme for receiving the Hajj package in installments in the Hajj Policy.

According to Ministry of Religious Affairs sources, Hajj package fees will be collected in three installments instead of one lump sum. Initially Rs 200,000 will be collected along with Hajj request.

After getting the name in the Hajj balloting, it will be mandatory to pay another Rs 400,000 , while the remaining amount will be received in the second week of February, however, people suffering from various serious diseases will not be able to go for Hajj.

Ministry of Religious Affairs will receive Hajj applications for the government scheme under the new Hajj policy in mid-November.

Under the government scheme, 89,605 pilgrims will go for Hajj, 5,000 of them will go under the sponsorship scheme and the rest will go under the regular scheme.

Minister of Religious Affairs Chaudhry Salik Hussain will formally announce the Hajj policy next week.

A health policy was prepared for Pakistani Hajj pilgrims according to the conditions of the Ministry of Religious Affairs of Saudi Arabia, according to which people undergoing dialysis will be banned from going to Hajj this year.

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Saudi Delegation Set to Sign $2 Billion Agreements with Pakistan Tomorrow

October 9, 2024 by Rao Abdullah

Saudi Delegation to Sign $2 Billion Agreements with Pakistan. Saudi Investment Minister Khalid Al-Falih will visit Islamabad from October 10-11. The government committed $3.2 billion in foreign loans, including a $1.2 billion Saudi Oil Facility. ISLAMABAD: A high-level Saudi delegation is expected to sign agreements worth $2 billion with the federal government during their visit … Read more

Federal Govt assigns more responsibilities to FBR chairman

August 9, 2024 by Abid Khan

ISLAMABAD: The federal government has assigned more responsibilities to the chairman of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR).

According to the notification, Chairman FBR Rashid Mahmood Langrial has been assigned the additional charge of Secretary Revenue and he will also perform these additional duties for three months or permanently.

According to the sources, it was necessary to give the responsibilities of Revenue Secretary to Chairman FBR for full powers and former Chairman Amjad Zubair also had the charge of Revenue Secretary as Chairman FBR.

It should be noted that the federal government had appointed Rashid Mahmood Langrial as the chairman of FBR yesterday, he was performing the duties of energy secretary while the former chairman of FBR has taken premature retirement.

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Great News for Passport-Waiting Applicants: Checkout Details!

July 12, 2024 by Syed Shahbaz Hyder

The Federal govt purchasing additional machines to address the passport issuance crisis. Passport issuance has been delayed due to paper shortages and outdated machinery. The initiative aims to streamline passport production and reduce delays nationwide. ISLAMABAD: The federal government has taken decisive steps to resolve the ongoing passport issuance crisis by approving the acquisition of … Read more

Budget 2024-25: Govt increases minimum salary from 32,000 to 36,000

June 12, 2024 by Abid Khan

Good News! Salaries expected to be increased by 10% in Budget 2025-26

ISLAMABAD: The federal government has increased the minimum monthly salary of private sector employees from 32,000 to 36,000 in the budget 2024-25.

Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb said in the budget speech said government has also increased the salaries of government employees in the budget.

According to the budget document, in order to improve the purchasing power of civil servants from grades 1 to 16, the salaries are being increased by 25 percent, while the salaries of officers from grades 17 to 22 are being increased by 22 percent.

It is proposed to increase the pension of retired employees by 22 percent.

Meanwhile, government introduced the scheme in the budget for the financial year 2024-25 to bring down the pension expenditure.

The Federal Finance Minister said in the budget speech in the National Assembly that the federal government has an unfunded pension liability of trillions of rupees and the pension expenses are increasing rapidly. Therefore, the rate of increase in these costs needs to be reduced.

The Finance Minister said that the government has formulated a strategy for the reform of this sector on which the consultation has been completed to a large extent.

He said that according to international standards, reforms will be brought in the existing pension scheme, which will result in substantial reduction in the pension liability for the next three decades.

The finance minister added that a contributory pension scheme will be introduced for new employees in which the government’s share will be paid every month. This will ensure that future employees’ pensions are fully funded from the start of their employment.

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Eid ul Adha 2024 Holidays Declared By Federal Government in Pakistan

June 11, 2024 by Tahir Yameen

The Federal Government of Pakistan has announced the holiday schedule for Eid al-Adha, with celebrations occurring from June 17th to June 19th, 2024. Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif approved the holiday dates following a proposal from the Cabinet Division, which sent a formal request to the Prime Minister’s Secretariat. Eid al-Adha, a major religious festival for … Read more

Govt decides to depute FIA officers in power distribution companies

May 20, 2024 by Abid Khan

ISLAMABAD: The federal government has decided to appoint Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) and intelligence officers in electricity distribution companies.

The Prime Minister has issued instructions to appoint FIA and Intelligence officers to the Power Division.

It has been directed to appoint permanent Deputy Director FIA in electricity distribution companies while it has been decided to remove directors appointed on political grounds in the board of electricity companies.

The FIA Deputy Director will prepare the case against the corrupt officers of the distribution companies while the Additional Director General will coordinate and monitor at the FIA HQ level.

The Power Division has started action on the orders after which the cordon has tightened against the corrupt officers.

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Federal Govt establishes new agency to tackle cybercrime cases

May 3, 2024 by Abid Khan

ISLAMABAD: The federal government has created a new agency to address cybercrime, separate from the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA).

A new agency named National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has been created to prevent cyber crime related crime in the country.

The notification said that the investigation agency of the NCCIA established under Section 29 of the Act, the NCCIA would exercise the powers conferred under the Act.

FIA will cease to function as an investigative agency designated under this Act, all personnel, cases, inquiries, investigations will be transferred from FIA to NCCIA.

The notification states that the government will appoint a Director General (DG) of NCCIA for a term of two years. This will be looked after by the Ministry of Home Affairs and NCCIA will be the designated agency for international cooperation.

All crimes related to cybercrime will be referred to the National Cybercrime Investigation Agency. All cases related to cybercrime will be registered and prosecuted by the NCCIA itself.

The notification states that NCCIA will have its own police stations and officers will be given special training on cyber crimes.

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Federal Govt forms Digital Pakistan Committee

April 24, 2024 by Abid Khan

ISLAMABAD: The federal government has formed the Digital Pakistan Committee and appointed Tania Edros as convener of the committee.

With the approval of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, the Ministry of Information Technology has issued a notification according to which Tania Edros has again become a part of the Digital Pakistan Committee.

According to the notification, Minister of State for Information Technology Shaza Fatima Khawaja will head the committee. Tania Edros has been appointed as the convener of the committee.

The Secretary of the Ministry of IT is also included in the committee. The committee will make recommendations regarding digital vision in Pakistan.

It should be noted that Tania Edros has also been the former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s Special Assistant for Digital Pakistan, but she resigned after allegedly criticizing her dual citizenship (Canadian).

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2024 By-Elections: Counting of votes underway

April 21, 2024April 21, 2024 by Muzzammil Mehboob

ISLAMABAD: Polling for the 2024 by-elections in 21 constituencies, which includes 5 seats of National Assembly and 16 seats of Provincial Assembly, has largely peacefully completed and not counting has started in all constituencies. Earlier, The polling began 8 am and will continue till five in the evening without any break. A total of 239 … Read more

Federal Govt approves deployment of army, CAF for by-polls

April 20, 2024 by Abid Khan

ISLAMABAD: The federal government approved the deployment of Civil Armed Forces(CAF) and Pakistan Army troops in the by-elections.

After the approval of the Federal Government, the Federal Ministry of Interior issued orders to deploy Civil Armed Forces and Pakistan Army troops.

According to the announcement, Civil Armed Forces and Pakistan Army troops will be used as quick response force. The Civil Armed Forces and Pakistan Army troops will be used as second and third tiers of security.

The announcement said that Civil Armed Forces and Pakistan Army troops will be available in 21 constituencies from today till April 22.

It should be remembered that the by-elections in 21 constituencies of the National and Provincial Assembly across the country are going to be held tomorrow, Sunday, April 21.

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) had requested the federal government to provide security in the by-elections.

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Federal Govt reconstitutes ECL committee of cabinet

March 28, 2024 by Abid Khan

ISLAMABAD: The federal government reconstituted the Exit Control List (ECL) committee of the cabinet.

It has been decided not to give the headship of the ECL committee to any federal minister.

The Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will head the ECL Committee of the Cabinet himself, while the Ministry of Interior will provide secretarial support to the committee. The Interior Minister was not included in the ECL Committee.

The Cabinet Division has also issued a notification for the reconstitution of the 4-member ECL Committee.

According to the notification, the ECL committee will also include the Minister of Law, Minister of Industries and Production and Minister of Human Resources.

In the absence of the Prime Minister, the Law Minister will head the committee.

The ECL cases will be examined in ECL sub-committee.

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