PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government on Thursday presented its 2026–27 budget with a total outlay of Rs2.17 trillion, focusing heavily on welfare, security and infrastructure development while projecting a modest Rs48 billion deficit. The budget was tabled in the provincial assembly by Chief Minister Sohail Afridi, who said the shortfall would be managed through […]
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Dar warns Indian water projects could deepen regional tensions
BRUSSELS: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has expressed concern over India’s ongoing reservoir expansion and water diversion projects on rivers linked to the Indus basin, warning that such developments could lead to what he described as “hydro-hegemony” and threaten regional stability. Addressing a seminar on transboundary water resources in Brussels through a […]
Bilawal vows continued support for BISP amid criticism
Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has strongly defended the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP), describing criticism of the social welfare initiative as regrettable and reaffirming his party’s commitment to protecting and expanding it. Addressing the National Assembly on Thursday, Bilawal said BISP had proven its effectiveness over the years and had earned […]
Punjab launches motorcycle permit for teenagers
The Punjab government has introduced a Juvenile Permit facility that allows teenagers aged 16 to 18 years to legally ride motorcycles, marking a significant step toward promoting road safety and responsible driving among young people. Launched under the vision of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, the initiative enables eligible adolescents to obtain a permit before […]
Pakistan facilitates return of 30 Iranian sailors and fishermen
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has announced that it is facilitating the repatriation of 30 Iranian nationals, including fishermen and crew members rescued or detained in separate maritime incidents, according to Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar. In a statement shared on social media platform X, Ishaq Dar said the group includes eight Iranian fishermen rescued […]
Punjab cabinet approves FY2026-27 budget
The Punjab cabinet has approved the provincial budget for the fiscal year 2026-27 during a meeting chaired by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif in Lahore on Tuesday, marking a key step ahead of the formal presentation of the financial plan. According to details shared during the meeting, the chief minister described the upcoming budget as […]
Asim Munir Nobel Peace Prize hashtag trends on X
Calls for awarding a Nobel Peace Prize to Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Asim Munir, gained significant traction on social media after reports highlighted Pakistan’s role in facilitating diplomacy linked to a US-Iran peace understanding. The hashtag “Nobel Peace Prize for Field Marshal Asim Munir” emerged among the top trends on X, formerly […]
Mohsin Naqvi hails US-Iran deal, praises Field Marshal Asim Munir
ISLAMABAD: Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has welcomed the US-Iran peace agreement, crediting Pakistan’s leadership role in facilitating the diplomatic breakthrough and praising the contribution of Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir. In a statement shared on social media, Naqvi said that Field Marshal Asim Munir had “once again delivered results,” adding that […]
Kainat Azhar Khan appointed Islamabad traffic chief
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) Police has appointed Kainat Azhar Khan as the new Chief Traffic Officer (CTO) of Islamabad, assigning her an additional responsibility as SSP Operations Safe City. According to an official notification issued by Islamabad Police, the appointment was made by Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi as part of a reshuffle in […]
Pakistan expects Iran US deal breakthrough
Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has expressed optimism that positive developments regarding an Iran-US agreement may emerge within the next two days. He said the situation between the two countries is moving toward resolution and indicated that high-level representation from Pakistan will play a role. The statement signals cautious optimism in Islamabad over ongoing diplomatic […]