CDWP approves Rs16.9b schemes, power sector modernisation, urban land systems among key initiatives ISLAMABAD: The Central Development Working Party (CDWP) has recommended six major development projects with a cumulative cost of Rs418.761 billion to the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) for further consideration, while approving six schemes worth Rs16.904 billion. The meeting,…
Trump administration defends law, softens position mid-case on banning marijuana users from owning guns Pistols are displayed during the National Rifle Association annual meeting in Atlanta, Georgia, US. Photo: Reuters The US Supreme Court on Thursday limited the application of a decades-old federal law that bars firearms possession by certain drug users, rejecting a position taken by President Donald…
Preparatory work for home delivery of passports in Pakistan, abroad completed, service will be launched soon Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi chairs a high-level meeting on Passport and Immigration held at the headquarters in Islamabad. SCREENGRAB The government on Friday decided to transition its passport issuance system to a complete e-passport framework as part of sweeping…
Iran renewed attacks on the United Arab Emirates on Tuesday, causing oil loading at the port of Fujairah to be at least partly halted after the third attack in four days. FILE IMAGE: PIXABAY Oil prices fell on Friday as prospects brightened for more supply after oil tankers began moving through the reopened Strait of…
KARACHI: Gold price witnessed a sharp decline in global and local markets on Friday. In the international bullion market, the price of gold per ounce fell by $149 to $4,156. According to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA). In the local market, the price of gold per tola decreased by Rs14,900 to Rs438,036….
Statement calls out Taliban for attempting to divert attention from militant activity originating from Afghanistan The information ministry on Friday strongly rejected claims circulating from Afghan Taliban-linked propaganda channels alleging cross-border drone strikes on alleged Islamic State – Khorasan Province (ISKP) camps inside Pakistan, calling the reports “false as usual”. In a fact-check statement posted…
Experts warn 15% compression without energy, credit, logistics reforms may backfire LAHORE: Local industry has asked policymakers to design a targeted, disciplined, performance-based and time-bound industrial policy. Policymakers are currently pushing for a maximum 15% tariff cap, which is based entirely on a trade simulation model despite the fact that this model has not undergone…
Govt cites features such as easy recreation of blocked channels, easy concealment of contact info as reasons for ban Indian flag and Telegram app logo are seen in this illustration taken June 19, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS Telegram on Friday lost its bid to overturn an Indian government order temporarily banning the messaging app, with a…
He credits Field Marshal Asim Munir for global peace deal, praises Dar and Naqvi for their key roles PM Shehbaz speaking during session of NA on Wednesday in Islamabad. Photo: PID ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday told the National Assembly (NA) that a significant reduction in fuel prices would be announced later in…
Committee gives govt option to either withdraw concessions or extend to all airlines “This is serious injustice to the existing as well as the new airlines that may start operations in Pakistan,” said MNA Sharmila Faruqi. photo:AFP ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly standing committee on finance Thursday deferred approval of sweeping tax exemptions for Pakistan International…