Govt to Unveil Ramazan Relief Package Today
The federal government is set to announce its Ramazan Relief Package today, aimed at providing financial relief to citizens ahead of the holy month. A special ceremony will be held at the Prime Minister’s House, where Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will formally unveil the package. Senior government officials are expected to attend the event. While […]
Traffic Plan Announced for New Underpass Construction in Islamabad
Islamabad Police have announced a comprehensive traffic management plan in response to ongoing construction work at the Margalla Enclave underpass on Park Road. The advisory has been issued to inform motorists about temporary route changes and to minimize inconvenience during the development phase of this key infrastructure project. According to officials, the construction activity may […]
Public Pays Full Fare Despite Punjab Government’s Basant Free Ride Promise
The Punjab government’s announcement of free ride-hailing services during the three days of Basant failed to materialize, leaving citizens frustrated as they were charged full fares despite official assurances of relief. Authorities had earlier stated that tens of thousands of complimentary rickshaw rides would be offered daily as part of a special public facilitation initiative […]
Soneri Bank Evaluates Acquisition Opportunities to Expand Business Portfolio
Soneri Bank Limited has announced plans to explore a potential acquisition as part of its broader strategy to diversify business operations and strengthen long-term growth prospects. The development was formally disclosed through a notice submitted to the Pakistan Stock Exchange. According to the filing, the bank’s board of directors has granted authorization to the President […]
State Bank of Pakistan Approves Designs of New Currency Notes, Awaits Federal Clearance
The State Bank of Pakistan has confirmed a major development regarding the country’s currency system, announcing that the designs of new banknotes have been finalized. Governor State Bank Jameel Ahmad shared that the proposed designs have already been approved by the State Bank Board and forwarded to the Ministry of Finance for further action. The […]
Sindh Wheat Scandal Deepens as Thousands of Sacks Vanish from Jamshoro Warehouse
A serious governance and accountability crisis has emerged in Sindh after officials confirmed that tens of thousands of wheat bags have gone missing from a government warehouse in Jamshoro district. The discovery has triggered an anti-corruption investigation and raised fresh concerns about mismanagement and alleged bribery within the provincial food supply system. Authorities revealed that […]
FPCCI Launches Pakistan’s First Indigenous Transparency and Accountability Index
The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) has launched Pakistan’s first indigenous Transparency and Accountability Index, marking a significant step toward measuring public trust in state institutions through a locally developed framework. The initiative aims to provide an objective, data-driven benchmark to assess transparency standards across the country. The Index of Transparency […]
Afridi Backs Pakistan Government’s Decision to Boycott India Match, Urges ICC to Act
Former Pakistan captain and all-rounder Shahid Khan Afridi has publicly supported the Pakistan government’s decision to boycott the highly anticipated match against India in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. The fixture was scheduled to take place on February 15, but growing political tensions have cast uncertainty over one of cricket’s biggest rivalries. In […]
Supreme Court Bans Use of ‘Bakhidmat Janab SHO’ in Police Complaints
The Supreme Court of Pakistan has issued a landmark ruling prohibiting the use of the phrase “Bakhidmat Janab SHO” in police complaints and official applications. The apex court stressed that police officers are public servants, not masters, and should be addressed in a manner that reflects dignity and equality. In its decision, the court directed […]
Govt Announces Rs. 4.04 Per Unit Power Relief for Industries
The federal government has announced significant electricity cost relief for industrial consumers, reducing power tariffs by around Rs. 4.04 per unit after Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif approved the complete removal of cross-subsidy charges from industrial power bills. Federal Minister for Power Division Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari said the decision follows the prime minister’s directive […]