Hajj 2027 Online Registration Sees Massive Response Across Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Religious Affairs has announced a strong public response to the Hajj 2027 online registration campaign, with more than 51,000 applications submitted within just two days of the process opening. A spokesperson for the Ministry has said that 46,000 people applied through the official online website, whereas
Gold price drops in Global market
Gold prices in the global market have fallen significantly, reaching a two-week low, as per ounce of Gold reached 4064.01 dollars. According to the details, gold prices in the global market fell further on Wednesday, after which the precious metal reached its lowest level in almost two weeks. Spot gold prices
Audit finds Rs25 billion irregularities in BISP program
ISLAMABAD: The audit, conducted by the Auditor General of Pakistan, observed material weaknesses in the BISP Management Information System (BISP-MIS) in spouse data profiling, identifying a total financial exposure of over Rs25 billion across 601,850 compromised cases. The audit report 2025-26 of BISP for fiscal year 2024-25 reveals billions of
How much tax will be withheld from your salary under the new rules?
ISLAMABAD: The government has introduced revised income tax slabs for salaried individuals in the new Finance Bill, which is set to take effect from first July. According to the final draft of the Finance Bill, which is scheduled to be presented in the National Assembly for approval, the new tax
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian departs Pakistan after completing official visit
ISLAMABAD: Iranian President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian has concluded his official visit to Pakistan and departed for his homeland following a successful one-day trip aimed at strengthening bilateral ties. Iranian president and the high level delegation being sent off by Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir and Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign
Fire breaks out at Islamabad Sunday bazaar, over 70 stalls affected
ISLAMABAD: A sudden fire broke out at H-9 Sunday Bazaar in Islamabad, engulfing more than 70 stalls and causing significant damage across multiple sections of the market. According to rescue officials, the blaze affected four sections of the bazaar, including footwear and clothing stalls. Several shops were completely or partially
PM Shehbaz Calls Iran’s Success Pakistan’s Success
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday said that Pakistan and Iran share an inseparable bond of friendship, stating that the success of Iran is Pakistan’s success and its failure would also be considered Pakistan’s failure. Speaking at a joint press conference alongside Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, PM Shehbaz said
Field Marshal Asim Munir, Iranian President Hold Key Talks on Regional Security and Cooperation
ISLAMABAD: The President of Iran Masoud Pezeshkian has met Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir to talk about bilateral relations and regional security concerns, Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said. The Iranian President appreciated Pakistan’s constructive and responsible role in promoting dialogue, de-escalation, and regional stability. He acknowledged Pakistan’s consistent efforts to
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian arrives Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian reached Pakistan and landed through Noor Khan airbase with his special airline, narrated with hashtag #MenaB 168, a symbolic commemoration for the martyred school students targeted by US jet fighters with cold blooded manner. The Iranian President was received by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, President
Government decides to end fuel subsidies nationwide
ISLAMABAD: The government has decided to discontinue fuel subsidies previously provided to motorcyclists, public transport operators, freight transporters and small-scale farmers across the country. The decision was taken during a meeting of the National Steering Committee on Fuel Subsidies, chaired by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar. According
