Govt issues new petrol price notification
ISLAMABAD: Following a major cut in petroleum product prices, a notification issued by the Petroleum Division. Under the latest revision, the price of petrol has been reduced by Rs74.28 per litre, bringing the new rate down to Rs299.50 per litre. The price of High-Speed Diesel (HSD) has been slashed by
Govt approves new private Hajj policy 2027–2030 with digital, transparency regulations
ISLAMABAD: The federal cabinet on Friday formally approved Private Hajj Policy 2027–2030, introducing a major overhaul of the system based on performance, compliance, and full digitization. As per the spokesperson of the Ministry of Religious Affairs, the new framework replaces the traditional quota system with a merit-based and compliance-driven mechanism.
Government decides to end austerity measures
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has decided to end the austerity measures implemented in the country while approving the maintenance of business hours. According to the Cabinet Division, all additional restrictions implemented since March 9 this year have been withdrawn with immediate effect. Under the new orders, markets, shopping malls and
Pakistanis in UAE Get Major Relief as Visa Amnesty Scheme Announced
ISLAMABAD: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced a new relief measure offering a 30-day grace period and amnesty scheme for foreign nationals, including Pakistanis, facing visa-related issues or irregular residency status. According to the Bureau of Emigration and Overseas Employment, the government of the UAE has launched the campaign
Saudi Crown Prince MBS Congratulates PM Shehbaz on Islamabad Peace Deal
ISLAMABAD: Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has congratulated Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on the signing of the “Islamabad Peace Deal,” during a telephone conversation held on Thursday evening, according to an official statement. During the call, the Crown Prince praised the Prime Minister and acknowledged the efforts that led
CNIC Blocking Alert: NADRA Issues Two-Week Verification Deadline
PESHAWAR: The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has issued a warning that the computerized national identity cards (CNICs) of individuals failing to complete verification within the stipulated time will be blocked. As per the NADRA officials of the regional headquarters, the people whose names are enlisted in the list
Global Media Praises Pakistan’s Diplomacy in US–Iran Peace Deal
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is being praised in the global media for its excellent diplomacy on the US-Iran peace deal. All reputable newspapers and broadcasting organizations have given this historic achievement a place in their main headlines. This strategic diplomacy of Pakistan Army Chief Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir and Prime Minister
ANP’s Nisar Baz Criticizes KP Budget, Raises Questions Over Funds for Merged Districts
Shahid Jan PESHAWAR: Awami National Party (ANP) Member of the Provincial Assembly Nisar Baz has strongly criticized the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa budget and alleged continued financial and administrative neglect of the province by both the federal and provincial governments. Speaking to the media after the provincial budget presentation, he said expectations
KP Presents Rs48 Billion Deficit Budget, Announces Salary and Minimum Wage Hike
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government has presented a Rs48 billion deficit budget for the fiscal year 2026-27, while announcing increases in salaries, pensions, and the minimum wage for government employees and workers. Chief Minister Sohail Afridi presented the provincial budget, stating that the shortfall would be managed through internal
PM Shehbaz Says Islamabad MoU Marks Historic Diplomatic Breakthrough
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said that peace in the Middle East was made possible through Pakistan’s mediation efforts during a period of heightened regional tensions. In a statement, the prime minister said that a memorandum of understanding signed in Islamabad marked a “historic document,” adding that it reflected
