The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet has approved revised features of the “Mera Ghar Mera Aashiana (MGMA)” mortgage financing scheme, increasing the maximum loan limit to Rs. 10 million. The meeting was held at the Finance Division under the chairmanship of Muhammad Aurangzeb, Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue. The ECC reviewed a […]
Green Line Express Derails Near Rawalpindi Railway Station, No Injuries Reported
A potentially major railway disaster was averted on Tuesday after the Green Line Express derailed near the Bakery Chowk area shortly after departing from Rawalpindi Railway Station. The incident occurred between Rawalpindi and Nur Junction when the locomotive and several coaches of the high-profile express train went off the tracks. Fortunately, railway authorities confirmed that […]
NADRA Introduces QR-Enabled CNICs and Lifetime Validity for Senior Citizens
The Government of Pakistan has officially introduced major amendments to the country’s identity card framework, modernizing the structure and security of national identification documents. The changes were notified through S.R.O. 330(I)/2026 and S.R.O. 331(I)/2026 under Section 44 of the National Database and Registration Authority Ordinance, 2000, and published in the Gazette of Pakistan on February […]
Punjab Launches Free Land Scheme for Farmers Under “Apna Khet, Apna Rozgar” Initiative
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has announced a landmark initiative to provide free state land to peasants starting in April. The program, titled “Apna Khet, Apna Rozgar,” aims to strengthen the agricultural backbone of the province and create sustainable livelihood opportunities. Under the scheme, all cultivable government land across Punjab will be leased to eligible […]
FBR to Auction Bahria Town’s 527 Kanal Murree Property on March 5
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is set to auction 527 kanals of land owned by Bahria Town in Tehsil Murree on March 5, 2026, to recover approximately Rs. 26 billion in unpaid income taxes for the tax years 2020 and 2022, according to sources. The auction will take place at the Large Taxpayers Office […]
Pakistan and United States Sign MoU to Redevelop Roosevelt Hotel in New York
The governments of Pakistan and the United States have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to advance cooperation on the future of the historic Roosevelt Hotel in New York. The agreement marks a significant step in bilateral economic collaboration. The strategic initiative focuses on the operation, maintenance, renovation, and potential redevelopment of the property. Officials […]
Punjab to Build 1,000-Bed Children’s Hospital, Announces CM Maryam Nawaz
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has announced plans to construct a state-of-the-art 1,000-bed children’s hospital, marking a major step toward strengthening pediatric healthcare services in the province. The announcement was made during a ceremony held for the CM Children Heart Surgery Program. Addressing the gathering, the chief minister emphasized that the new facility will significantly […]
Govt Launches ‘Roshan Pankha’ Program to Save Up to Rs. 12,000 Per Fan in Electricity Costs
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has officially launched the “Roshan Pankha, Roshan Pakistan” program, an energy-efficiency initiative aimed at replacing 10 million old and inefficient ceiling fans with modern energy-saving models across the country. The initiative is expected to significantly reduce household electricity consumption, with projected savings of up to Rs. 12,000 per fan in annual […]
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 […]