Pakistan has expressed heartfelt condolences and unwavering solidarity with Venezuela after two powerful earthquakes caused heavy loss of life, widespread destruction and ongoing rescue operations across the South American country. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and President Asif Ali Zardari conveyed sympathy to the Venezuelan government and its people, reaffirming Pakistan’s support during this difficult period […]
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LHC rules woman entitled to dower despite no rukhsati
The Lahore High Court has ruled that a woman remains entitled to her dower (haq mehr) even if rukhsati has not taken place or the marriage was not consummated. The court set aside the decisions of lower courts while accepting a woman’s appeal in a case involving khula and dower rights. The ruling clarifies important […]
Audit uncovers irregular payments in Benazir Income Support Programme
An audit report of the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) for the 2024-25 fiscal year has revealed financial irregularities exceeding Rs25 billion, highlighting weaknesses in beneficiary profiling and system controls that allegedly allowed payments to ineligible individuals. According to the audit report for 2025-26, more than 600,000 questionable cases were identified due to deficiencies in […]
National Assembly approves Budget 2026-27
Islamabad: The National Assembly has approved the federal budget for the fiscal year 2026-27 after deliberations during a session chaired by Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq. Lawmakers endorsed the budget proposals and passed the Finance Bill, paving the way for the implementation of various tax and fiscal measures from July 1. Following the approval of the […]
Security forces foil terror plot in Panjgur, recover weapons and explosives
Panjgur: Security forces have foiled a major terrorist plot in Balochistan’s Panjgur district, recovering a large cache of weapons, explosives and communication equipment during an intelligence-based operation, according to security sources. The operation was conducted in the Jirak area of Panjgur after intelligence reports indicated the presence of terrorist elements in the region. During the […]
Sindh announces public holidays for Ashura on June 25 and 26
The Sindh government has declared public holidays on June 25 and 26, 2026, in connection with Ashura, according to an official notification issued on Monday. The announcement was shared by the Sindh Information Department on the social media platform X, confirming that the holidays will be observed across the province on Thursday and Friday, corresponding […]
Vance joins Iran delegates for crucial Switzerland peace talks
US Vice President JD Vance arrived in Switzerland on Sunday to participate in high-level peace negotiations with Iran, as both countries seek to turn a recently agreed ceasefire into a lasting settlement. The talks follow an interim agreement signed earlier this week and are expected to focus on reducing tensions, addressing nuclear concerns, and creating […]
FY27 budget lays groundwork for faster sustainable growth, says Aurangzeb
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb on Saturday said the proposed federal budget for fiscal year 2026-27 (FY27) would provide the foundation for accelerating the sustainable economic growth achieved over the past two years. Wrapping up the budget debate in the National Assembly, Aurangzeb described the budget as a positive and pro-growth document that had received encouraging […]
Govt slashes petrol price by Rs74
Pakistan’s government on Friday announced a sharp reduction in petroleum prices, cutting petrol by Rs74 per litre and high-speed diesel by Rs67 per litre. The decision was taken to pass on the benefit of declining global oil prices to consumers. The move is expected to ease inflationary pressure on households and transport costs nationwide. According […]
Pakistan rejects Afghan claims of drone strikes on alleged Daesh camps in KP, Balochistan
ISLAMABAD: Ministry of Information and Broadcasting of Pakistan has rejected claims circulating through Afghan Taliban government channels regarding alleged drone strikes on purported Daesh camps in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan, describing the assertions as false propaganda. In a statement issued on Friday, the ministry said the Afghan government had been promoting the claims through official […]