Tag: Pakistan
9 Jun 2026
Budget shake-up: development spending cut as tax relief planned
According to officials familiar with budget discussions, the proposed Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) for fiscal year 2026-27 has been revised downward from Rs1.126 trillion to Rs1 trillion.
8 Jun 2026
Junaid Anwar contacts Dar, Somali envoy for safe recovery of Pakistani crew
The minister stressed the need to expedite efforts for the safe and early recovery of the Pakistani personnel.
8 Jun 2026
NIH issues heatwave advisory as temperatures soar across Pakistan
The NIH advised the public to maintain adequate hydration by drinking sufficient water.
5 Jun 2026
Petrol price slashed for next week in Pakistan
Petrol is mainly used by commuters in small vehicles, rickshaws and two-wheelers.
5 Jun 2026
'True and special relationship': PM Shehbaz lauds 8 decades of Pak-US ties on America's 250th anniversary
The prime minister commended the US corporate sector for continued investment in Pakistan, noting that around 80 major US companies were operating in the country.
1 Jun 2026
Pakistan govt denies raising GST at IMF demand: report
The budget for the upcoming fiscal year is projected to be approximately Rs 18 trillion, with a tax revenue target of Rs 15.264 trillion.
31 May 2026
Govt to continue power subsidy for consumers using under 200 units: Leghari
According to him, subsidy eligibility will be determined through verified consumer data, ensuring that only deserving households continue to benefit.
31 May 2026
Rare “Blue Moon” to light up skies tonight across Pakistan
According to astronomers, a second full moon is occurring in May 2026, a phenomenon known as a Blue Moon.
27 May 2026
Dar warns UNSC over Middle East tensions
He added that Pakistan had made its best efforts to ensure "that a durable solution is found, which leads to peace and stability in the region and maritime routes remain open to everyone".
24 May 2026
Two Pakistani astronauts undergoing training in China
As per the arrangement, one Pakistani astronaut will be working as payload specialists for short space missions.
23 May 2026
Ebola threat: Pakistan tightens airport health screening
Despite the heightened security, federal health officials have stressed that the current outbreak remains strictly confined to the African continent.
22 May 2026
FCC suspends subsidy payment to petroleum firm
It emerged that the SHC had earlier asked the government to pay subsidies worth billions of rupees to a private company within a week.
22 May 2026
Qatar-based British-Pakistani scientist develops AI eye scan for early dementia diagnosis
He added that diabetic neuropathy could also be detected up to five years earlier, allowing treatment to begin sooner.
20 May 2026
Balochistan transporters suspend mineral loading over security, extortion concerns
Eight trucks were burned and the others damaged their tires.
19 May 2026
PDMA forecasts rain, dust-thunderstorms in Punjab districts until Saturday
Strong winds and lightning may cause damages to fragile structures like electricity poles, hoardings and solar panels, the advisory further mentioned.