Suparco reveals likely date of Eidul-Azha in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (Suparco) has announced that Eid-ul-Azha is likely to be observed across the country on May 27, 2026. According to a spokesperson, there are bright prospects for sighting the Dhul-Hijjah 1447 AH crescent on the evening of May 17. The new moon
Petrol prices may rise further as global crude oil market surges
ISLAMABAD: Amid a surge in global crude oil prices, the government is expected to announce another hike in petrol and diesel prices this week, a move likely to further fuel national inflation. With Brent crude nearing $110 per barrel and US crude trading above $100, the rising costs—driven by global
Senator Kumar proposes to allow Iranian petrol imports to slash prices to Rs. 300 per Litre
ISLAMABAD: A proposal has been made in the Senate that the people of Balochistan should be allowed to bring petrol from Iran and sell it in the country, which will make petrol available in Pakistan at Rs 300 per litre. Speaking during the Senate session, Senator Danesh Kumar said that
Two held in India over ‘Made in Pakistan’ label on Seminary fan
Two men were detained for questioning after police were informed that a fan inside a madrassa(Seminary) allegedly carried a “Made in Pakistan” label, officials said. The matter drew attention after a picture of the fan was widely shared on social media, leading to calls for a detailed investigation. According to officials,
NEPRA maintains licensing requirement for net metering solar users
ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has decided to maintain the licensing requirement for solar users under the net metering project. According to sources, consumers installing solar systems ranging from 1 to 25 kilowatts will still be required to obtain a license from NEPRA. While the license fee
What to expect this Eid: PMD shares nationwide weather forecast
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has announced weather forecasts for the upcoming celebration of Eid ul-Adha. Irfan Virk, Director of the Meteorological Department, informed that the current rainy period would soon end, and temperature levels across the country would increase. He predicted that temperatures would rise further during the
Shaheed Liaqat’s bravery: CM Maryam honors villager who stopped suicide bomber
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has paid tribute to a villager from Jand who bravely confronted and stopped a suicide bomber, risking his own life in the process. In a statement, the Chief Minister lauded the heroic sacrifice of Shaheed Liaqat, a resident of a village near Jand,
Report reveals petrol, diesel stock in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: The Petroleum Division officials have informed the Senate Standing Committee on Petroleum about the available stock of petrol and diesel amid supply concerns in Pakistan. In the Senate Standing Committee on Petroleum meeting, Petroleum Division officials gave a formal briefing and responded to concerns regarding the shortage of petroleum
Atta Tarar orders halt to Suno TV ads after reports of forced layoffs
ISLAMABAD (Azmatullah Khan): Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar, on Monday, promised the protesting journalist community of halting government advertisements of the Suno Network over the forced layoff of workers. According to sources, Suno News abruptly dismissed 170 employees, including those from the Islamabad bureau, on May 9, 2026,
SC issues landmark ruling on ownership consent in Haq Mehr declarations
ISLAMABAD (Azmatullah) The Supreme Court (SC) of Pakistan on Monday issued a definitive legal clarification establishing that assets belonging to a third party cannot be legally pledged as dower (Haq Mehr) without the owner’s explicit permission. In a judgment authored by Justice Musrat Hilali, the apex court addressed a dispute
