Politics
Pakistan Could Save Up to Rs. 5 Trillion by Shutting Down Redundant Ministries, Senators Say
Pakistan could reduce its annual government spending by as much as Rs. 4 trillion to Rs. 5 trillion if loss-making and unnecessary federal ministries are abolished in line with the 18th Constitutional Amendment, members of the Senate Functional Committee on Devolution said during a meeting on Friday. The committee stressed that implementing the constitutional provisions […]
Mohsin Naqvi to Hold High-Level Talks With Iran’s Interior Minister on Security and Regional Cooperation
Pakistan and Iran are set to strengthen bilateral ties as Iranian Interior Minister Dr. Eskandar Momeni is expected to visit Pakistan next week for high-level discussions focused on security cooperation, trade, and regional developments. The visit highlights the continued commitment of both neighboring countries to enhancing collaboration on matters of mutual interest. According to diplomatic […]
Punjab Presents Rs. 5.9 Trillion Budget for FY2026-27 with Focus on Growth, Education, and Digital Transformation
The Punjab government has unveiled a Rs. 5.903 trillion budget for the fiscal year 2026-27, outlining an ambitious roadmap aimed at accelerating economic growth, improving public services, and strengthening digital governance across the province. The proposed budget places significant emphasis on education, healthcare, infrastructure development, industrial growth, and social welfare. Provincial authorities have described the […]
Pakistan Revises Judicial Code of Conduct, Allows Judges to Attend Political and Diplomatic Functions
In a significant development for Pakistan’s judiciary, the Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) has approved amendments to the judicial code of conduct, permitting judges of the superior courts to attend political and diplomatic events under specific conditions. The revised rules were approved during a meeting of the Supreme Judicial Council chaired by Chief Justice of Pakistan […]
Satellite Images Suggest Iran Damaged 20 US Military Sites Across Middle East During Conflict
New satellite imagery analysis has revealed that Iran may have caused significant damage to at least 20 United States military sites across the Middle East during the recent conflict, raising questions about the true scale of the attacks and their impact on regional security. According to reports based on satellite images and video evidence reviewed […]
KP Government Holds Assembly Session at Cricket Stadium in Unprecedented Move
In a rare and symbolic move, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Government convened a provincial assembly session at the Imran Khan Cricket Stadium in Peshawar. The session began at 3 PM, marking a historic departure from traditional legislative venues. Officials described the decision as unprecedented in the province’s parliamentary history. Holding the session in a public and […]
OGDC Achieves Record-Breaking Oil and Gas Output from Baragzai X-01 Well
Oil and Gas Development Company Limited has marked a historic milestone by commencing production from the Baragzai X-01 (Slant) well in the Nashpa Block, located in the Kohat district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The development is being described as the highest-ever oil and gas production from a single well in Pakistan. The inauguration ceremony took place […]
Finance Minister Pushes Cashless Economy Vision in Key Mastercard Meeting
Muhammad Aurangzeb advanced Pakistan’s push toward a cashless economy during a high-level meeting with Tucker Foote, Chief Government Affairs Officer at Mastercard. The discussion took place in Washington, D.C. on the sidelines of the World Bank IMF Spring Meetings 2026. The meeting centered on accelerating digital payments and expanding financial inclusion across Pakistan. Both sides […]
US-Iran Talks Spark Fresh Momentum for Pakistan-Iran Gas Pipeline Revival
Renewed diplomatic engagement between the United States and Iran has raised cautious optimism about the revival of the long-delayed Iran-Pakistan Gas Pipeline. The development comes as reports indicate that talks between Washington and Tehran have begun in Islamabad, potentially reshaping regional energy dynamics. The pipeline project, first signed in 2009 during the tenure of the […]
PM, Army Chief Hold Talks Ahead of US-Iran Islamabad Negotiations
Shehbaz Sharif and Asim Munir held a high-level meeting on Thursday, focusing on the evolving regional situation and upcoming diplomatic engagements linked to US-Iran talks expected in Islamabad. During the meeting, both leaders welcomed the recent reduction in regional tensions and emphasized the importance of restraint by all parties. They urged stakeholders to strictly adhere […]