Law and order fully under control in Islamgarh, Chakswari: AJK Police
As a result of the prompt and effective action of the Kashmiri police, the law and order situation in Islamgarh and Chakswari has been completely brought under control. According to the police spokesperson, the police took immediate action on reports of groups of protesters gathering at several places. The spokesperson
Public suffered as Islamabad Metro suspended
The Islamabad Metro has been temporarily suspended after threats of a possible protest by government employees, officials have revealed. Officials stated that the Metro was suspended as a precaution, so that it would not affect public transport, as it has been revealed that the employees were scheduled to demonstrate against
Pakistan records rise in petroleum consumption during current fiscal year
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan recorded an increase in petroleum product consumption during the current fiscal year compared to the previous year, according to the latest Economic Survey report. The report stated that overall petroleum consumption increased by 3.5 per cent during the ongoing fiscal year. Consumption by the transport sector rose by
Easypaisa faces technical glitch, users report service disruptions
ISLAMABAD: Easypaisa has confirmed technical issues affecting some of its services and apologised to users facing difficulties while using the platform. In an important notice shared on social media, the company said some users were experiencing intermittent service disruptions, causing problems with transactions, account access and other digital services. However,
Pakistan reports higher literacy rate in major provinces, economic survey
ISLAMABAD: The recent economic survey shows literacy rate has increased from 61 percent to 63 percent in Pakistan. The report stated that the literacy rate among men stands at 73pc, while the rate among women has reached 54pc. In urban areas, the literacy rate was recorded at 74pc compared to
Budget 2026–27: Tax Relief Likely for Middle-Income Salaried Class
ISLAMABAD: The federal government is considering significant income tax relief for salaried individuals earning between one and three lakh rupees per month in the upcoming Budget 2026–27, according to official sources. These measures have been initiated following the directives of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, while the government is preparing several
When Will the Muharram Moon Be Seen in Pakistan? PMD Issues Forecast
KARACHI: Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued an alert regarding the sighting of the crescent moon for Muharram 1448 Hijri. As per PMD, the crescent moon will appear only on June 15, 2026, at 7:54 am; thus, its sighting would remain unlikely for the same day throughout the country. Weather
Unemployment Hits Millions as Poverty Rate Increases in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s poverty rate has climbed to 28.9 percent, according to the Economic Survey 2025–26, highlighting growing economic pressure on households amid inflation and widening inequality. According to the Economic Survey, almost 29 out of 100 citizens in Pakistan live below the poverty line based on the minimum consumption level
Apna Ghar Scheme: New Reforms Announced to Speed Up Housing Loans
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has announced enhanced facilitation measures under the Prime Minister’s Apna Ghar Scheme aimed at making the housing finance program more accessible and efficient for applicants across the country. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, during a review meeting on the scheme, urged the officials concerned to make the
Military Cooperation Discussed as CDF Asim Munir Hosts Turkish Land Forces Commander
RAWALPINDI: General Metin Tokel, Commander of Turkish Land Forces, called on Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, COAS & CDF, at General Headquarters (GHQ), Rawalpindi on Thursday. Upon arrival at GHQ, the visiting dignitary was presented a smartly turned out Guard of Honour by an Army contingent. During
