Another sharp increase in flour prices puts public under pressure
The price of flour has increased again in Quetta, adding to the financial difficulties faced by consumers. The price of a 20-kilogram bag of flour has risen by Rs70, from Rs2,850 to Rs2,920, according to market sources. Sources said flour prices have continued to rise in the city, with another
Nursing college incident prompts recommendation to change principal, hostel warden
PESHAWAR: An inquiry report into the September 7 student protest and subsequent police intervention at the Postgraduate College of Nursing in Hayatabad has made several key recommendations regarding the college’s administration, students’ grievances and alleged involvement of certain individuals in the protest. The three-member inquiry committee, constituted by the Khyber
Senior citizens to get free BRT travel under Ehsaas Buzurg Card in KP
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has given in-principle approval for the launch of the Ehsaas Buzurg Card, which will provide free travel on Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) services to senior citizens across the province. The decision was taken at a meeting chaired by Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Muhammad Sohail Afridi
Good News for Pakistanis Living in the UAE as New Facility Is Introduced
ABU DHABI: Overseas Pakistanis living in the United Arab Emirates can now access Punjab land and property records without travelling to Pakistan, following the launch of Punjab Land Record Authority (PLRA) services in the UAE. The Embassy of Pakistan in Abu Dhabi and the Consulate General of Pakistan in Dubai
PMDC Decision on Afghan Medical Students Sparks Concern at Afghan Embassy
ISLAMABAD: The Afghan Embassy in Islamabad has expressed deep concern over a decision by the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) concerning the removal of Afghan medical students currently studying in Pakistan. In a statement, the Afghan Embassy said the decision could disrupt the academic progress and future of Afghan
Police Officers Removed After Hayatabad Nursing College Incident
PESHAWAR: Acting SDPO Hayatabad Inspector Muhammad Abid Afridi and Hayatabad SHO Sub-Inspector Muhammad Kamran have been directed to report to the Police Lines with immediate effect following an incident at the Nursing College Hayatabad. Chief Capital City Police Officer (CCPO) Dr Mian Saeed issued the orders, while DSP Raza Bacha
Petrol and Diesel Prices Rise Again — New Rates Announced
ISLAMABAD: The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has announced another increase in the prices of petroleum products, with the revised rates for petrol and high-speed diesel set to remain applicable for September 9, 2026. According to an OGRA notification, the price of petrol has been increased by Rs5.58 per
Bad News for National Savings Investors — Who Will Earn Less?
LAHORE: National Savings has revised the profit rates on several savings schemes, with most schemes seeing a reduction in returns. However, the profit rate on the one-year Short Term Savings Certificate has been increased slightly. According to the revised rates, the profit rate on Pensioners Benefit Accounts and Behbood Savings
Big Relief for Former FATA, PATA Industries as KP Announces Sales Tax Exemption
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government has exempted industries located in the former Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) and Provincially Administered Tribal Areas (PATA) from sales tax. The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Revenue Authority (KPRA) has issued a notification outlining the conditions for availing the exemption. As per the notification, the industrial
Babar Azam Assures Fans of Better Performance in Next Test
BIRMINGHAM: Pakistan Test captain Babar Azam has acknowledged that the team failed to perform well across all three departments batting, bowling and fielding in the previous Test, which contributed to an unsatisfactory result. Speaking at a pre-match press conference in Birmingham, Babar said the team would naturally face criticism if
