The federal government has unveiled a major initiative to develop a Rs3 billion aquaculture park at Korangi Fish Harbour in Karachi, aiming to bolster Pakistan’s blue economy and seafood exports. Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry announced the project during a high-level meeting with officials from maritime and fisheries departments. The 120-acre […]
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Govt unleashes Rs250bn for highway overhaul
The federal government has released Rs250 billion to fast-track key highway projects across Pakistan. Federal Minister for Communications Abdul Aleem Khan directed the National Highway Authority (NHA) to complete five major schemes without further delays. These include the M-6 Sukkur-Hyderabad Motorway, M-10 Northern Bypass, and important Kaghan-Naran road segments. At a high-level meeting on Thursday, […]
IHC orders probe commission on blasphemy cases
The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has directed the federal government to establish a formal commission of inquiry to investigate blasphemy-related cases across the country. The decision was made during the hearing of petitions filed by civil society members and legal activists, who raised concerns over the rising misuse and mishandling of blasphemy allegations. Justice Sardar […]
July brings 7% pension boost for retired civil, armed forces
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 […]
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 […]