FinMin, businessmen discuss reforms

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb in an interview at the World Bank Spring Meetings 2026 with China Global Television Network’s program “The Heat”. PHOTO: SCREENGRAB ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Finance Muhammad Aurangzeb held a meeting with Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) President Atif Ikram Sheikh and FPCCI’s Policy Advisory Board Chairman Zahid…

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K-P outpaces Punjab in police funding

. PESHAWAR: Advisor to the Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister on Finance, Muzzammil Aslam, has declared that the province boasts the highest police budget allocation in Pakistan, underscoring the provincial government’s strong commitment to security despite financial constraints. Speaking to the media, Muzzammil Aslam revealed that the K-P police budget constitutes 8.7 per cent of the provincial…

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Dozens injured, 18 missing after blast during restart at giant Qatar LNG site

Qatar’s Interior Ministry said in a statement that 54 ​people have been injured QatarEnergy’s liquefied natural gas (LNG) production facilities, amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Ras Laffan Industrial City, Qatar March 2, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS Fifty-four people were injured, and 18 are missing after an explosion at ‌Qatar’s massive Ras Laffan liquefied natural…

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An Australian’s tears

Hyderabad captain Marnus Labuschagne got emotional following a nail-biting finish against Islamabad United. Photo: HYDERABAD KINGSMEN KARACHI: The match ended, and the players began celebrating the victory. Amidst the celebrations, someone asked, “Where is the captain?” When they looked around, they saw him covering his eyes with his arm, shedding tears. Shortly after, he joined…

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Women’s Parliamentary Caucus moves to fast-track anti-acid attack law in Balochistan

Joint review committee to be formed for comprehensive legislation focusing on acid regulation, victim protection The Balochistan Assembly. PHOTO: EXPRESS QUETTA: The Women’s Parliamentary Caucus (WPC) decided on Monday to accelerate legislation aimed at preventing acid attacks in Balochistan and ensuring justice and rehabilitation for victims. The development came after Dr Mahnoor was critically injured when…

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Pak pays tribute to UN peacekeepers

ISLAMABAD: On the occasion of the International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers 2026, Pakistan on Friday paid rich tribute to the invaluable contributions and ultimate sacrifices rendered by the “Blue Helmets” for the sacred cause of global peace. Pakistan’s association with the United Nations peacekeeping transcends six decades, reflecting our steadfast commitment to international peace….

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SC restores full working schedule

Officials said the reversal of austerity steps would ensure smoother functioning of judicial work The Supreme Court said that as a constitutional body under Article 175 of the Constitution, it must have autonomy to conceive, design, and approve infrastructure projects in accordance with its institutional requirements. Photo: Online ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court has withdrawn its…

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PM Shehbaz, Bilawal agree on close federal-provincial coordination for projects of national importance

Both leaders discuss budget, Sindh projects and political matters during meeting in Islamabad PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari calls on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad on Wednesday. Photo: PMO Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Wednesday agreed to maintain close collaboration between federal and provincial institutions to…

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