The federal government has decided to offer relief on electricity bills for people affected by recent floods. Sources say the relief will likely include removal of certain taxes and fixed charges. The goal is to ease the financial burden on flood-hit families who are already struggling to recover. Officials are considering waiving the General Sales […]
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Northwestern University President to Resign Amid Trump Tensions
Northwestern University President Michael Schill announced his resignation amid ongoing tensions with former President Donald Trump. Schill cited friction with the federal government and said it was the right time to step down. The university has faced financial struggles due to funding cuts imposed by the Trump administration. Schill urged his successor to protect Northwestern’s […]
Federal govt finalizes plan for Karachi-Hyderabad motorway
The federal government has approved a new motorway project connecting Karachi and Hyderabad. Officials recently met with the Sindh Chief Minister to discuss the plan. The new motorway, named M-10, will span 168 kilometers and include 10 interchanges. Survey work for the motorway has already begun to map out the route. This project aims to […]
Islamabad airport operations handed over to UAE
The federal government has decided to hand over operations of Islamabad International Airport to the United Arab Emirates, aiming to bring in foreign partners to manage key state-run assets efficiently. The decision was finalised on Thursday during a meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Inter-Governmental Commercial Transactions, chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, with […]
Govt denies pay for illegal flood-damaged structures
The federal government will not allow construction on waterways and will not pay compensation for related damages. Federal Information Minister Attaullah Tarar stated this clearly during a media briefing. He said illegal buildings on waterways have no legal protection. Therefore, the government will take strict action against any unauthorized constructions. This policy aims to protect […]
Army deployed in 8 Punjab districts to tackle flood emergency
The federal government has deployed the Pakistan Army in eight districts of Punjab to manage worsening flood conditions. This action follows a formal request from the Punjab government. The Interior Ministry issued deployment orders under Article 245 of the Constitution. The goal is to prevent emergencies and support rescue operations in flood-affected areas. Troops have […]
Islamabad drivers face higher token and registration fees
The federal government has approved a significant increase in vehicle token tax, registration, and transfer fees in Islamabad. The changes aim to update outdated rates and bring them in line with other provinces. Officials say the decision will help improve revenue and enhance the efficiency of the Excise and Taxation Office. According to a summary […]
Pakistan moves to uniform electricity tariffs nationwide
The federal government has approved a major policy shift to apply a uniform monthly electricity tariff across the country. Previously, Karachi had a separate monthly adjustment, different from the rest of Pakistan. Now, the same tariff adjustment will apply nationwide, including Karachi. This change aims to unify electricity pricing and bring fairness to all consumers. […]
PM Shehbaz Sharif’s China visit to launch CPEC phase-II
The federal government announced that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s upcoming visit to China will officially launch Phase-II of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). Both countries aim to set clear priorities focused on tangible, measurable results. The announcement followed a key meeting chaired by Federal Minister Ahsan Iqbal to review preparations for the Joint Cooperation Committee […]
Govt, Army, and NDMA brief nation on monsoon disaster response
The federal government, army, and NDMA held a joint press briefing in Islamabad on the recent monsoon crisis. Officials reported that the heavy rains have killed 670 people across Pakistan. Many others are injured or missing. NDMA teams are still searching for people swept away by floods. Emergency rescue operations continue in all affected regions. […]