Pakistan’s annual inflation hits 5.1pc in July, led by sharp rise in food prices
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s annual inflation accelerated to 5.1 per cent in July 2026, while consumer prices increased 1.2pc on a month-on-month basis, driven largely by a sharp rise in food, housing and transport costs, according to the latest data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). The report showed tomato
Torrential rains, flash floods cause widespread devastation across Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: Heavy rains, flash floods and rain-related accidents claimed several lives and left others injured across different parts of Pakistan on Monday, while widespread damage was reported to homes, agricultural land and infrastructure. In Kohat’s Paya Jawaki area, a woman and her two children were swept away by a swollen
Power sector reforms, faulty electricity meters to be replaced within a month
ISLAMABAD: Consumers will now have faulty electricity meters replaced within one month, following a major reduction in the replacement timeline announced by the Gujranwala Electric Power Company (GEPCO) as part of the government’s ongoing power sector reforms. According to the Power Division, the reforms introduced by the Ministry of Energy
Hajj 2027: Government Set to Open Applications This Week
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is expected to begin receiving applications for the Government Hajj Scheme 2027 later this week, according to sources familiar with the matter. The Ministry of Religious Affairs is expected to formally announce the Hajj policy in the coming days. Under the proposed arrangements, around 60 percent of Pakistan’s
ANP Slams PMDC Ban on Doctors with Afghan Medical Degrees
PESHAWAR: Awami National Party (ANP) has opposed the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council’s (PMDC) decision to restrict Pakistani doctors holding medical degrees from Afghanistan from practising in the country, calling for a review of the policy. ANP Spokesperson said linking students’ educational futures and professional careers with changes in international
Dreaming of Becoming a CSP Officer? CSS 2027 MPT Applications Open
ISLAMABAD: The Federal Public Service Commission (FPSC) has started accepting applications online for MCQ-based Preliminary Test (MPT) for the CSS Competitive Examination 2027. According to FPSC, applications for this purpose will remain open till August 3 to August 20, 2026. The preliminary examination will be conducted on September 27, 2026,
Pakistan Issues New Guidelines for Foreign Media and Journalists
ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has introduced new guidelines for foreign media organisations, correspondents and associated personnel working in Pakistan. The External Publicity (EP) Wing of the ministry has issued the “Foreign Media Facilitation Guidelines 2026”, making registration mandatory for all international print, electronic, digital, and social media
Goods Transporters Announce Countrywide Wheel-Jam Strike from August 8
KARACHI: Goods transporters across Pakistan have announced an indefinite strike from August 8, demanding the government address their concerns related to fuel prices, taxes, toll charges, and transport regulations. Speaking at a press conference at the Karachi Press Club, Malik Shahzad Awan said transport associations nationwide had reached a consensus
HEC Announces HAT-MS 2026 Results, Check Your Score Online
ISLAMABAD: The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has announced the results of the Higher Education Aptitude Test for MS programmes (HAT-MS) 2026. The test was conducted on July 4 and 5, 2026, across five categories. HEC has made the results available online through the Education Testing Council (ETC) portal. Students appearing
SUPARCO Announces Paid Internships with Rs50,000 Monthly Stipend
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) has invited applications for its paid internship programme, offering young Pakistani graduates an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in cutting-edge technology fields. The organisation stated that the internship programme would span six months, with an extension in accordance with the
