ISLAMABAD — The federal government has approved a 7% increase in pensions for retired civil and armed forces personnel, effective July 1, 2025, as per a notification issued by the Finance Division on Monday. The decision aims to support pensioners amid rising inflation and cost of living. This raise will benefit all civil pensioners, including […]
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Federal govt renews austerity drive for new fiscal year
The federal government has decided to extend austerity measures into the current fiscal year, aiming to curb unnecessary public spending and control the budget deficit. The Ministry of Finance issued a fresh notification on Monday, reaffirming the cabinet’s earlier decision from September 4, 2024. As per the notification, all government vacancies that remained unfilled for […]
Govt seeks donor help to slash power rates, boost industry
The federal government has asked international donors like the World Bank and Asian Development Bank to support a plan that cuts electricity prices. The proposal focuses on industries and agriculture, where power use has dropped by 20% due to rising costs. Officials say the goal is to restart economic activity and improve energy access for […]
Govt to publicly disclose grade-17 officers’ assets to meet IMF condition
The federal government has taken a major step to meet an IMF condition. It will now publicly disclose the assets of all civil servants in Grade-17 and above. The move is part of efforts to improve transparency and reduce corruption in government departments. President Asif Ali Zardari signed the Civil Servants (Amendment) Act, 2025. The […]
Govt greenlights 10% pay raise for federal employees
The federal government has issued an official notification confirming a 10% salary increase for all federal employees from grades 1 to 22, effective July 1, 2025. This increment applies to the existing basic pay and follows the government’s announcement during the federal budget 2025-26. In a separate notification, the Ministry of Finance also approved a […]
Big relief: Govt ends extra electricity duty in power bills
The federal government has officially ended the collection of electricity duty through monthly power bills starting July 2025. Energy Minister Awais Leghari announced the decision in a formal letter sent to all provincial chief ministers. He stated that the move is part of the government’s plan to reduce the financial pressure on electricity consumers across […]
Defense vehicle imports approved by federal cabinet with new policy
The federal government has approved the import of vehicles specifically for the defense sector. Sources from the Ministry of Commerce confirmed that the federal cabinet has allowed the import of used vehicles and vehicle chassis. This decision aims to support defense-related industries and improve operational efficiency. According to the updated policy, only state-owned defense production […]
Federal government cuts sales tax on solar panels from 18% to 10%, finance minister announces
The federal government has decided to reduce the sales tax on imported solar panel parts from 18% to 10%, said Finance Minister Mohammad Aurangzeb during a Senate session. He explained that the earlier 18% tax was introduced to support local solar industry growth and create a fair competitive environment. After extensive consultations and suggestions from […]
Tensions rise as KP CM threatens assembly dissolution over federal plans
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur has strongly warned the federal government against imposing an economic emergency in the province. He declared that if the federal government proceeds with such a move, the provincial assembly will be dissolved immediately. This stern warning signals rising tensions between the provincial government and the federation. The statement […]
PM Shehbaz orders crackdown on sugar hoarders and price fixers to control market
The federal government has launched a strict crackdown on sugar hoarders and price manipulators to stop artificial inflation in the market. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif gave the green signal during a high-level meeting aimed at protecting consumers from rising sugar prices. According to official sources, PM Shehbaz summoned another urgent meeting today to monitor the […]