According to the BDU report, around 500 kilograms of fireworks material were destroyed in the blast, which occurred earlier this week. The explosion was so powerful that its sound was heard 5 to 7 kilometers away, alarming residents across central Karachi. Officials revealed that the building still contains three warehouses filled with fireworks stock, while […]
Buner Floods Claim 234 Lives as Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faces Widespread Devastation Buner, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa – The recent floods in Buner have taken a tragic toll, claiming 234 lives, the highest in the affected regions. The disaster also destroyed 162 homes, while 575 others suffered partial damage, leaving many families displaced. Key infrastructure was heavily impacted, […]
Federal Government Forms 11th National Finance Commission Islamabad – The federal government has officially announced the formation of the 11th National Finance Commission (NFC), a key body responsible for shaping fiscal federalism and ensuring fair financial allocations across Pakistan. According to a notification from the Ministry of Finance, Federal Minister for Finance Muhammad Aurangzeb has […]
Diplomats Present Credentials as Pakistan Reaffirms Commitment to Bilateral Ties Islamabad – In a formal ceremony marked by a guard of honour, newly appointed ambassadors presented their diplomatic credentials to President Asif Zardari. The event highlighted Pakistan’s ongoing commitment to fostering stronger international relations. During private meetings with the High Commissioner-designate of Sri Lanka and […]
Following Murtaza Wahab’s recent press conference, JI also addressed the city’s emerging difficulties after rain, and claimed that the Sindh government is simply misleading the citizens. According to the JI’s spokesperson, the Sindh government’s OZT (Octroi and Zila Tax) is only allocated to employee salaries, and in the last two years, no development funds have […]
Under the agreement, holders of diplomatic and official passports from both countries will be allowed to travel without a visa. The bilateral arrangement will remain in effect for a period of five years, officials confirmed. This move is expected to strengthen diplomatic ties and facilitate smoother official-level engagement between the two South Asian nations. Meanwhile, […]
Lahore Police Arrest Shahrez Khan in Connection with May 9 Cases, Mother Alleges Abduction by Armed Men LAHORE — Shahrez Khan, wanted by Lahore police for his alleged involvement in multiple May 9-related incidents, has been taken into custody as part of an ongoing crackdown on those accused of orchestrating or participating in unrest and […]
Saudi Arabia Plans Public Pension Program to Boost Savings, Cut Remittances RIYADH — Saudi Arabia is taking steps to encourage household savings and reduce the outflow of money sent abroad, as part of a broader strategy to strengthen financial resilience among residents. The Kingdom is expected to soon unveil its Public Pension and Savings Program, […]
The measures cover Greek national Antonios Margaritis and his network of companies and vessels that the Treasury said were involved in transporting Iranian oil exports in violation of sanctions. Treasury also designated Ares Shipping Limited in Hong Kong, Comford Management in the Marshall Islands, and Hong Kong Hangshun Shipping Limited in Hong Kong. Designated crude […]
NEPRA Set to Review Power Tariff Reduction as CPPA Submits Request ISLAMABAD — The Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA) has formally requested the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) to consider reducing electricity tariffs, with a public hearing scheduled for August 28. According to CPPA’s petition, Pakistan generated 14.123 billion units of electricity in July, […]
