Travel Alert: M5 Motorway Section Closed, Alternative Routes Advised
ISLAMABAD: Heavy traffic on a section of the M5 motorway was suspended after high-tension transmission lines fell onto the roadway due to strong winds, disrupting Rohri and Rahim Yar Khan. According to sources with the Motorway Police, traffic is being stopped between Rohri and Rahim Yar Khan on account of
APCA Demand 200% Salary Hike for Govt Employees Ahead of Budget
ISLAMABAD: The All Pakistan Clerks Association (APCA) has demanded a substantial increase in salaries and allowances for government employees ahead of the federal budget for fiscal year 2026–27. As per the association, a six-point charter of demands has been prepared which requires a 200 percent hike in basic salary and
Transgenders assaults Indian Army Lt Gen Rajeev Kumar Sahni in Thailand
BANGKOK: Reports circulating on social media and select news portals claim that Indian Army Lieutenant General Rajeev Kumar Sahni was allegedly assaulted in Thailand by a group of transgender individuals following a dispute over payment for “companionship services”. According to the reports, the incident took place in Thailand, though the
What is set to get cheaper? Key details of budget 2026-27 emerge
ISLAMABAD: Important details regarding the upcoming federal budget 2026-27 negotiations between Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have come to light, pointing toward a likely reduction in import, regulatory, and customs duties on various items. According to sources, the government is looking to decrease regulatory duty and additional customs
ECP grants Bilawal and Aseefa Bhutto permission to campaign for GB elections
Gilgit: The Election Commission has issued a No Objection Certificate (NOC) for the leadership of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), including Bilawal and Aseefa Bhutto, to conduct an election tour in Gilgit-Baltistan. According to the notification, Chairman PPP Bilawal Bhutto Zardari and Asifa Bhutto have been granted permission to participate
Good news for buyers? Mobile prices may ease in new fiscal budget
ISLAMABAD: Mobile phone prices in Pakistan could see a reduction in the upcoming federal budget if proposed changes to import taxes are approved, according to reports ahead of the fiscal plan for 2026–27. The federal budget, which is anticipated to be presented on June 5 after negotiations between the government
New market timings take effect from today
ISLAMABAD: New operating hours for markets and commercial establishments have come into effect in Islamabad from June 1, following a notification issued by the district administration. According to the notification issued by the Deputy Commissioner Islamabad, all shopping complexes and markets shall close down at 8:00 p.m. The operating timings
Pilgrims can apply now as Saudi Arabia launches new Umrah season
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has officially opened applications for Umrah visas for the new season, marking the start of preparations for the 1448 AH Umrah cycle following the conclusion of this year’s Hajj pilgrimage. In a statement, the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah said that issuing of Umrah visas will
Imran Riaz blunders, calls KP opposition leader Ibadullah Amir Muqam’s son
YouTuber and former anchor of Pakistani television channels Imran Riaz has shown a lack of understanding in politics. He referred to the opposition leader of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly, Ibadullah Khan, as the son of federal minister Amir Muqam. In reality, the opposition leader is actually the younger brother of
Good news for salaried class as relief package under review in upcoming budget
ISLAMABAD: The federal government is considering a major relief package for the salaried class in the upcoming budget for fiscal year 2026–27, according to official sources. Presentation of the budget has been fixed for June 5, while the Economic Survey will come out one day earlier that is June 4.
