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Government Finalizes Major CSS and Civil Service Reform Plan
The federal government has finalized a major civil service reform plan that could introduce significant changes to CSS examinations, recruitment procedures, training, performance assessments, promotions and the pay structure for federal employees. The reform package was discussed during a multiparty consultation led by Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal on Thursday. The consultation resulted in agreement on […]
Government Calls Emergency Meeting as Petrol Dealers Reject Fuel Subsidy Mechanism
The government has called an emergency meeting with petrol dealers after the Pakistan Petroleum Dealers Association (PPDA) raised concerns over the mechanism for reimbursing a fuel subsidy announced under a relief package. The Ministry of Petroleum has scheduled the meeting with dealers for September 17 to explain how the reimbursement process is expected to work. […]
Oil Tops $90 Again, Raising Concerns Over Another Fuel Price Hike in Pakistan
International oil prices have climbed above $90 per barrel again, increasing the possibility of another rise in petrol and diesel prices in Pakistan if global market trends continue to put pressure on domestic fuel costs. Brent crude settled at $90.87 per barrel on August 17, marking a gain of more than $2 as concerns over […]
UNFPA Warns Pakistan’s Rapid Population Growth Has Become a National Security Concern
Pakistan’s rapidly increasing population is no longer just a public health or economic issue but has emerged as a significant national security concern that demands a unified national response, according to the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA). Speaking at a media briefing ahead of World Population Day 2026, UNFPA Pakistan Representative Dr. Luay Shabaneh emphasized […]
PSX Plunges Over 5,000 Points as Investor Panic Triggers Market Sell-Off
Pakistan’s stock market faced a dramatic downturn as intense selling pressure gripped the trading floor. The benchmark Pakistan Stock Exchange witnessed one of its sharpest single-session declines in recent months, reflecting heightened investor anxiety. The KSE-100 Index dropped by 5,149 points, registering a 2.87 percent decline to close at 174,453 points. The steep fall underscores […]
PSX Slips Below 185,000 as KSE-100 Suffers Steep 3,700-Point Decline
Pakistan’s stock market faced heavy selling pressure on Friday as the Pakistan Stock Exchange witnessed one of its sharpest single-day declines in recent sessions, pushing the benchmark index below a key psychological level. The KSE-100 Index closed at 184,129 points after plunging 3,702 points, marking a decline of nearly 2 percent. The downturn reflected widespread […]
Pakistan and Kazakhstan Set $1 Billion Trade Target to Strengthen Economic Ties
Pakistan and Kazakhstan have agreed on an ambitious goal to raise their bilateral trade volume to $1 billion, signaling a renewed push to deepen economic cooperation between the two countries. The commitment was highlighted during a high-profile state visit by Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to Islamabad, aimed at expanding trade, investment, and strategic collaboration. President […]
Senate Passes Amendments to Army, Navy, Air Force Laws
The Senate on Friday approved a wide-ranging set of defence and judicial reform bills, including major amendments to the Pakistan Army Act, Pakistan Air Force Act, and Pakistan Navy Ordinance. The legislation was passed by majority vote after a heated session that saw strong objections from the opposition. Leader of the House Ishaq Dar opened […]
Air Pollution Engulfs Punjab Cities with Onset of Winter
As winter sets in, air pollution has once again gripped major cities across Punjab, with Lahore topping the list of the most polluted cities in the world on Tuesday. According to the Air Quality Index (AQI), Lahore recorded an alarming 339 reading of hazardous particulate matter, categorizing the air quality as “extremely unhealthy.” The thick […]
Pakistani Passport Breaks Into Henley’s Top 100, Expands Global Access to 32 Destinations
Pakistan has officially joined the ranks of countries with improved global mobility, as its passport now occupies the 100th position in the Henley Passport Index 2025, up significantly from its 113th placement just four years ago. This improvement grants visa-free or visa-on-arrival entry to 32 nations, marking a meaningful step forward for Pakistani travelers. This […]