Islamabad: The meeting of the National Economic Council (NEC), which was scheduled to take place today under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, has been postponed, according to official sources. The development comes just days before the federal government is expected to present the national budget for the fiscal year 2026-27. The NEC is…

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Peshawar: Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sohail Afridi has alleged that the province is being subjected to discriminatory treatment by the federal government, warning that such practices could deepen resentment and widen divisions. Speaking at a ceremony on World Food Safety Day in Peshawar, the chief minister said that ensuring safe and healthy food for the…

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Quetta: A statement from the brother of Dr. Mahnoor, who was subjected to a shocking acid attack while on duty at Sandeman Provincial Hospital, has surfaced on social media, shedding light on the disturbing incident. The tragic incident reportedly took place on Saturday afternoon while Dr. Mahnoor was performing her duties in the surgery ward…

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Islamabad: Ahead of the upcoming federal budget, Pakistan’s solar energy market has witnessed a sharp increase in prices, raising concerns among consumers and investors shifting toward renewable energy solutions amid rising electricity costs. According to market details, prices of solar panels across different capacities have increased significantly, with a rise of approximately Rs 7,000 to…

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Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) and the federal government are set to hold an important consultation meeting today on the upcoming federal budget, with President Asif Ali Zardari leading the PPP delegation. The meeting is expected to play a key role in finalising development priorities and resolving outstanding issues related to the Public Sector Development Programme…

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Lahore: The Punjab Safe Cities Authority has announced a new safety initiative under which QR-based panic buttons will be installed in public transport vehicles, including buses, vans, rickshaws, and taxis. According to the spokesperson, the system is designed to improve passenger safety and enable quick emergency response in case of any incident. What Is the…

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Gilgit: Polling is underway across Gilgit-Baltistan as voters cast their ballots to elect members of the 24-seat Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly, with the outcome expected to determine the region’s next governing political force. Voting began amid tight security arrangements and is scheduled to continue without interruption until 5:00 p.m. Local residents turned out early at polling stations,…

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Islamabad: More than 119,000 Pakistani pilgrims performed Hajj this year under the government-sponsored Hajj scheme, spending a combined total of approximately Rs139.16 billion, according to official figures. The data provides a detailed breakdown of participation, expenditures, and program preferences among pilgrims who traveled to Saudi Arabia through the government’s Hajj arrangements. Over 119,000 Pilgrims Performed…

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Quetta: Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti has commended the bravery of a hospital employee who was injured while attempting to protect a female doctor during an acid attack at Sandeman Provincial Hospital. The chief minister personally contacted Abdul Razzaq Tareen (also reported as Torkai/Turki in some accounts) by telephone and praised his courage and…

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Tehran: Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has said that he arrived in Tehran carrying special messages from Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir for Iran’s Supreme Leader amid ongoing regional developments. The remarks were made during his visit to Iran and on the occasion of his meeting with Iranian Interior Minister…

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