CPPA Seeks Rs1.73 per Unit Increase in Electricity Prices
ISLAMABAD: Electricity consumers may face another increase in power tariffs as the Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA) has filed a request for the monthly fuel price adjustment for the month of August. According to the request, electricity prices could rise by Rs1.73 per unit under the proposed adjustment. The National
Kohat Police Lines Suicide Bomber Identified as Afghan National
KOHAT: The suicide bomber involved in the attack near the mosque at the Kohat Police Lines has been identified as Matiullah, an Afghan national, according to authorities. The attacker has been identified as a suspected foreign militant. It has been reported that the bomber Matiullah was from Afghanistan and was
Militants Flee After Cross-Border Firing in Kurram
KURRAM: Khawarij fled towards Afghanistan after security forces opened fire when they were allegedly spotted attempting to cross into Pakistan near the Pak-Afghan border in Kurram district, according to sources. The sources said security forces responded to the alleged infiltration attempt, forcing the militants to retreat towards the Afghan side.
Fuel Relief Scheme: Good News for Bike and Rickshaw Owners
ISLAMABAD: To provide much relief to bike and rickshaw owners, the government has eased the PM Fuel Relief Scheme, removing the five-litre minimum purchase requirement. The decision was taken at a National Steering Committee meeting chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, following a review of the scheme and early
IHC Order: IGP Bars KP Police from Assisting PTI March to Islamabad
PESHAWAR: The office of the Inspector General of Police (IGP) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has issued instructions to the province’s police leadership, including all unit heads, the Capital City Police Officer (CCPO) Peshawar, Regional Police Officers (RPOs) and District Police Officers (DPOs), regarding compliance with an Islamabad High Court ruling. According to
KP Govt Announces Major Bureaucratic Changes, Notifications Issued
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government’s Human Resource Management Department has issued two notifications concerning the promotion of a senior forest officer and the repatriation of another officer to his parent organisation. The orders, approved by the chief secretary, have taken effect immediately. According to the notifications, Raad Sher, a
Pakistanis Can Enter Dozens of Countries Visa-Free Under New Agreements
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has visa-exemption agreements with dozens of countries, allowing eligible Pakistani passport holders to enter certain destinations without obtaining a visa in advance, according to official government information. The arrangements primarily apply to diplomatic and official passport holders, rather than ordinary Pakistani passport holders. The permitted visa-free stay varies
Petrol, Diesel Prices Slashed as Government Issues New Notification
ISLAMABAD: The government has announced a reduction in the prices of petrol and diesel, according to a notification issued by the Petroleum Division. Under the revised rates, the price of petrol has been reduced by Rs1.65 per litre, bringing its new price to Rs389.14 per litre. The government has also
Big Relief for CSS Aspirants as Govt Proposes Major Exam Reforms
ISLAMABAD: The government has unveiled a comprehensive set of proposed reforms for the Central Superior Services (CSS) examinations. According to the new framework, the competitive exam will remain intact, but aspiring civil servants will now enjoy greater linguistic flexibility. Candidates will be permitted to write compulsory papers in either English
IHC Order: KP Chief Secretary Bans Use of Government Resources for PTI Islamabad March
PESHAWAR: Following the Islamabad High Court’s directives, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) chief secretary has issued strict instructions regarding the possible Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) march and rally towards Islamabad. Under an office memorandum issued by the chief secretary, government officials have been barred from participating in, facilitating or providing any form
