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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Finance Department Prepares Two Budget Scenarios for Fiscal Year 2026-27
Peshawar: The Finance Department of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) has completed preparations for two separate budget proposals for the fiscal year 2026-27, reflecting uncertainty over the provincial government’s final decision regarding the duration and scope of the upcoming budget. According to official sources, the provincial finance authorities have developed both a full-year budget and a three-month…
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Punjab Imposes Section 144 Across Province from 1st Muharram to Ashura Amid Heightened Security Measures
Lahore: The Punjab government has imposed Section 144 across the province from the 1st of Muharram until the Day of Ashura as part of comprehensive security arrangements aimed at maintaining law and order during the sacred month. The decision comes in response to potential security concerns and the need to ensure peaceful observance of Muharram-related…
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Rainstorm and Strong Winds Cause Damage in Rahim Yar Khan, 7 Injured
Rahim Yar Khan: Heavy rain and strong winds caused widespread disruption in Rahim Yar Khan city and surrounding areas, leaving seven people injured, including a woman. According to reports, the powerful windstorm brought down several walls, trees, electricity poles, and billboards, resulting in multiple accidents and property damage. The severe weather also disrupted the electricity…
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Rs153.3 Million Allocated for Prime Minister’s Office Renovation in Federal Budget
Islamabad: The federal government has allocated Rs153.3 million (15.33 crore rupees) in the upcoming fiscal year’s budget for the renovation and refurbishment of the Prime Minister’s Office. According to the budget documents, Rs53 million (5.3 crore rupees) have also been earmarked for the construction of 12 apartments in the Ministers’ Enclave in Islamabad. In addition,…
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Bilawal Bhutto Says Talks with Government Continue Over Budget Concerns
Islamabad: Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has said that discussions with the government are continuing regarding the party’s reservations about the federal budget. A two-member government delegation, led by Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, met Bilawal Bhutto in his chamber. During the meeting, Ishaq Dar briefed him on the budget figures and…
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Pakistan Playing a Complex Mediating Role in US-Iran Issue, Says Security Sources
ISLAMABAD: Senior security sources have said that Pakistan is dealing with an extremely complex diplomatic issue involving the United States and Iran, emphasizing that the country’s role is focused on mediation, peace, and regional stability. During an informal interaction with journalists, senior security officials stated that Pakistan has been working quietly behind the scenes and…
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US Chargé d’Affaires Praises Pakistani Hospitality, Cuisine and Culture
ISLAMABAD: Natalie Baker, the United States Chargé d’Affaires in Pakistan, has shared her favorite experiences in the country, praising Pakistan’s hospitality, traditional cuisine, cricket culture, and vibrant wedding celebrations. In an interview shared on the official Instagram account of the U.S. Embassy in Pakistan, Baker spoke warmly about her time in the country and highlighted…
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AJK Rights Movement Began With Public Demands, Real Agenda Emerged Later: Security Sources
ISLAMABAD: Senior security sources have claimed that the movement launched in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) under the banner of public rights gradually revealed objectives beyond its original demands, adding that authorities had been aware of the background and agenda of certain groups involved from the outset. Speaking to journalists, senior security officials said that…
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Senate Committee Raises Concerns Over Fixed Taxes in Electricity Bills
ISLAMABAD: Strong objections were raised in the Senate Standing Committee on Finance against the fixed taxes and charges imposed through electricity bills, with lawmakers describing them as an unfair burden on consumers. The issue came under discussion during a meeting of the Senate Standing Committee on Finance, chaired by Senator Saleem Mandviwalla. Committee members expressed…
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Four Independent Winners in Gilgit-Baltistan Elections Join Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party
Islamabad: Four independent candidates who secured victories in the recent Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly elections have officially joined the Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party (IPP), strengthening the party’s presence in the region. The announcement was made during a meeting with Federal Minister Aleem Khan, where the newly elected members formally declared their affiliation with the party. Newly Joined Members The…
