Federal Constitutional Court gives significant ruling in favour of government employees
ISLAMABAD (Azmatullah): The Federal Constitutional Court has issued an important written decision regarding the seniority and merit of government employees. The decision issued by Justice Syed Hassan Azhar Rizvi has clarified that no government department, autonomous body or corporation will be able to hide the seniority lists of its employees,
Momina Iqbal case: Women’s safety top priority, no culprit will be spared: Maryam Nawaz
LAHORE: Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz has issued a stern warning regarding the recent controversy involving a Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) Member of the Provincial Assembly (MPA) and a prominent media personality, stating that no one found harassing or exploiting a woman will be spared. Breaking her silence on the
SBP announces public holidays for banks on Eidul Azha
KARACHI: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Friday formally announced bank holidays across the country on the occasion of Eid-ul-Azha. According to the notification issued by the central bank, the offices and branches of all commercial banks will remain closed from Tuesday, May 26, to Thursday, May 28, due
CDF Field Marshal Asim Munir off to Iran: Security sources
ISLAMABAD: Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir has left for an official visit to Iran to advance critical diplomatic and security dialogue, security sources confirmed on Friday. During his high-profile visit to Tehran, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir is scheduled to hold extensive discussions focusing on the ongoing Iran-US talks, regional
Gold prices in Peshawar, check latest updates here
The gold rate in Pakistan today, on Friday, May 22, 2026, is PKR 459,300 per tola for 24K gold and PKR 421,134 per tola for 22K gold in the local market. Gold prices in Pakistan today remain unchanged as the following market conditions are steady. The current 24K, 22K, and
34 days, 468 flights: Pakistan completes Hajj flight operation
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has successfully concluded its 34-day Hajj flight operation, transporting pilgrims to the holy cities of Makkah and Medina under the government’s official Hajj scheme. It is reported that the last Hajj flight PK-741 was taken out from Lahore for the transport of 290 people to Jeddah. The first
Free digital training initiative launched to empower youth nationwide
ISLAMABAD: The government has introduced a nationwide free digital skills training course that will help youths acquire knowledge about technological advancements and enhance their job prospects in the digital era. This initiative has been introduced by the government through an effort spearheaded by the Prime Minister in partnership with the
Higher education department announces summer break for colleges
LAHORE: The Higher Education Department has officially announced the start of summer vacations for colleges across Punjab. As mentioned in the notification issued by the department, the vacations would commence from May 22 and shall be applicable for both public and private colleges. Furthermore, the notification mentioned that the four-year-degree
OGRA approves major hike in LNG prices
ISLAMABAD: The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has approved a significant hike in liquefied natural gas (LNG) prices, raising rates by up to 28 percent. The official notification detailing the new LNG tariffs has been issued, signalling a substantial increase for consumers and industries alike. The notification regarding the
Goods worth millions of rupees reduce to ashes in Rawat
A horrific fire suddenly broke out in Sabzi Mandi and Landa Bazaar near Rawat Main Stop in Rawalpindi, which engulfed the entire market in an instant. According to eyewitnesses, the fire is so intense that its high flames and clouds of smoke are clearly visible from afar, due to which
