Category: Pakistan
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Balochistan Schools Still Await Desks After Three Months
The Balochistan government’s announcement to provide desks to schools across the province has still not been implemented, even after the three-month deadline has passed. Many schools in Balochistan continue to face a shortage of basic furniture, forcing students to sit on mats while attending classes. The situation is particularly concerning in areas where schools already…
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Miftah Ismail Criticizes Petroleum Levy
Karachi: Former Finance Minister Miftah Ismail has criticized the government’s petroleum levy, saying petroleum products are being subjected to a 30% levy. Speaking on Geo News’ programme Aaj Shahzeb Khanzada Kay Saath, he said most other products are subject to an 18% GST, while petroleum products face a significantly higher burden. Ismail said the government…
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Digital Transactions in Pakistan Rise Sharply
Islamabad: The number of people using digital payment and transaction services in Pakistan has increased significantly, rising from around 500,000 to more than 2 million, according to Minister of State for Finance and Railways Bilal Azhar Kayani. Speaking during a meeting with a high-level delegation from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Kayani said the…
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FBR Announces Major Relief for Business Community
Karachi: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced a major relief package for the business community. FBR Chairman Rashid Mahmood Langrial and his team met senior officials of the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) at its headquarters on Wednesday. During the meeting, the FBR announced a decision to pay Rs83…
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Mir Raza’s Binance Account Reveals Crores Worth of Trading
Karachi: Details of young businessman Mir Raza’s Binance account have emerged, providing a new development in the investigation into his murder case. According to sources, Mir Raza opened his Binance account in 2021. More than USDT 89 million worth of transactions were carried out through the account. Sources said he suffered losses of more than…
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Balochistan CM Takes Oath from Senior Officials Against Sale of Government Jobs
Quetta: Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti has taken an oath from senior government officials that no government job will be sold or traded in the province. The oath was administered during a meeting of the Secretaries Committee, chaired by Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti. The meeting reviewed the performance of various provincial departments and discussed measures…
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Pakistan-Saudi Defence Cooperation Continues, Implementation of Defence Pact Will Take Time: FO Spokesperson
Islamabad: Foreign Office spokesperson Sajjad Haider Khan has said that bilateral defence cooperation between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia is continuing, while implementation of the recently signed defence agreement will require some time. During his weekly briefing in Islamabad, the spokesperson condemned the Houthi attacks in Saudi Arabia and said Pakistan had expressed solidarity with the Saudi leadership and people. He reiterated that Pakistan would continue to support Saudi Arabia’s sovereignty, territorial integrity and security. Sajjad Haider Khan said that…
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LNG Cargo Carrying 81,936 Metric Tons Arrives at Port Qasim from Qatar
Karachi: An LNG cargo from Qatar carrying 81,936 metric tons of liquefied natural gas (LNG) has arrived at Port Qasim. According to Port Qasim Authority spokesperson Asad Waris, the LNG carrier Al Marona arrived at Port Qasim carrying the shipment from Qatar. The spokesperson said the vessel has been berthed at Port Qasim Terminal 2.…
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PTI Leaders’ Arrest Warrants: Authorities Decide to Speed Up Implementation
Islamabad: Authorities have decided to accelerate the implementation of arrest warrants issued against Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders who are wanted in various cases. According to sources, the decision was taken after the arrest of PTI leader Hammad Azhar. Authorities have now decided to intensify efforts to execute previously issued warrants against other PTI leaders facing legal proceedings in different cases. Sources said several PTI leaders are facing judicial arrest warrants in connection with various cases, including the November 2024…
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Maryam Nawaz’s Daughter’s Nikah Ceremony Set for September 12
Lahore: The nikah ceremony of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz’s daughter, Mahnoor Safdar, is scheduled to take place on September 12. According to sources, the ceremony will be held at Jati Umra, Lahore, and will be a private family affair. Sources said that only close family members have been invited to attend the nikah ceremony.…
