Addressing a press conference, JI Karachi chief Munem Zafar criticized both the federal and Sindh governments for neglecting Karachi in their budgets 2025-26. “There is nothing allocated specifically for Karachi in the Rs3.4 trillion budget. Only Rs165 billion has been allocated for the local government, which is insufficient,” he said. He further highlighted that the […]
Chairman PTI Barrister Gohar speaking on the floor of the lower house proposed income tax relief to the salaried class for up to 2.2 million annual income. PTI leader also suggested cut in Rs 16 billion budget allocation for the Parliament. “We are not entitled for the public money,” Gohar said. He criticized the government, […]
The Ministry of Law & Justice has removed Section 354 from the Anti-Rape (Investigation & Trial) Act, 2021, on the recommendation of the Special Committee. Section 354 of the Pakistan Penal Code, earlier a scheduled offence under the Act, deals with assault with intent to outrage the modesty of a woman. “This offence, traditionally tried […]
Director General NADRA Aamir Ali Khan announced that the mobile biker service in Karachi has been expanded from 3 units to 8 to ensure wider and faster access to the services. The Biker service will now be available across all districts of Karachi, providing facilities such as CNIC renewals and other identity-related services directly at […]
According to sources, the Guddu and Nandipur power plants, listed for privatization, are fully non-operational, prompting the government to expedite preparations for reassigning GENCO staff. Of the total, 352 employees from GENCO-I, 486 from GENCO-II, 911 from GENCO-III, and 26 from GENCO-IV will be integrated into DISCOs. The reassignment plan includes deploying 348 employees to […]
Iran has no option but to defend itself from the Israeli aggression, he said this while exclusively talking to the News. Dr. Amiri criticized India for failing to explicitly condemn Israel’s actions. He expressed gratitude to friendly nations, especially Pakistan, for supporting Iran both at the UN Security Council and through public and media solidarity. […]
The Deputy Director of the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), Anjum Nazir, forecast that the first spell will begin on June 25 (Wednesday) and continue until July 2. He noted that Karachi is currently experiencing intense heat due to low atmospheric pressure over the Arabian Sea with the feels like temperature could rise to 50°C. “Weatherly […]
People, especially children, elderly and women have been advised to observe caution and avoid going outside in the peak hot hours (11-04) in daytime and ensure to keep hydrated. In most of the areas of the country, the weather will remain hot and dry on Tuesday (today), while the plain areas will remain intensely hot […]
Chairing a meeting regarding Pakistan Railways upgradation and linking Reko Diq with Railways network, the prime minister directed to form an inter-ministerial committee to look after the financing matters for the up-gradation and development of Pakistan Railways. The committee will present recommendations with regard to the financing required for development of Pakistan Railways and its […]
As per details, preparations are underway to launch the registration process for Hajj 2026 within the next four to five days. Sources in the Ministry of Religious Affairs said that early registration is mandatory for all intending pilgrims under both government and private schemes. An official advertisement announcing the start of registration is expected shortly. […]
