The government is set to approve a new wheat policy ahead of the federal budget next month, state media reported on Friday, as the government accelerates agricultural reforms to stabilize prices, reduce market distortions and boost productivity. The federal and provincial governments regularly adjust wheat and other such policies to determine procurement targets, set minimum […]
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The outstanding performance of PRA and government policy
The Punjab Revenue Authority (PRA) has emerged in recent years as a key pillar of the province’s financial structure. Effective collection of sales tax on services, expansion of the tax net, and the use of modern technology have distinguished the institution from other provincial revenue bodies. Recent statistics confirm that the PRA is not only […]
New wheat policy to directly benefit small farmers: Memon
Senior Sindh Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon has said that the removal of wheat sale limits and the abolition of the five-bag per acre condition is a major decision that will directly benefit small farmers. In his statement, Sharjeel Inam Memon said that farmers will now be able to sell their produce at government centers without […]
LHC disposes of petition challenging new solar net metering policy
The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Tuesday disposed of a petition challenging the new solar net metering policy introduced by the Federal government and the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA), after considering the replies submitted by the concerned authorities. Justice Abid Hussain Chattha heard the petition filed by citizen Syed Azhar Hussain Shah and […]
Pakistan’s Kashmir Policy
The May 2025 confrontation between India and Pakistan alarmed the very foundations of the presumptions made about the strategic future of South Asia, which was once dominated by Indian unipolarity. Various US administrations had considered India a counterweight to China’s increasing influence. In return, they provided India with a range of strategic, diplomatic, and economic […]
Punjab hospital staff oppose mandatory bodycam order
LAHORE: Healthcare officials and workers in Punjab have raised serious concerns over the provincial government’s decision to make body cameras mandatory for hospital staff, warning that the move risks violating patient privacy and staff rights. Read More: Hospital staff to wear body cams as Punjab tightens rules Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz announced the decision on […]
CM Afridi wants KP to have a say in anti-terror policy
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi on Wednesday called for the inclusion of the provincial government in the formulation of counter-terrorism policies. Addressing a convocation at Shaheed Benazir Bhutto Women University in Peshawar, CM Afridi said: “If [you] really want to eliminate terrorism, then come and formulate the policy with us.” His remarks came a […]
Pakistan’s foreign policy and 2026
Pakistan enters 2026 with surprisingly warmer ties to the United States – a sharp turn from the chill of recent years. In a striking move, Pakistan’s army chief General Asim Munir was welcomed in the Oval Office in 2025. High-level meetings produced flattering headlines and tantalising promises. Trump publicly praised Pakistan nearly 70 times after […]
Govt approves new net metering policy for solar power consumers
The Ministry of Energy has approved a major revision to the net metering policy for solar power consumers across Pakistan. According to sources in National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra), the decision was finalised after months of consultations with key stakeholders, including distribution companies (DISCOs) and regulatory bodies. Under the new net billing framework, solar […]
Global crypto leaders spotlight Pakistan’s Bilal Bin Saqib
Pakistan’s Minister for Crypto and Blockchain, Bilal Bin Saqib, has been named among the world’s most influential crypto leaders. The Wall Street Journal included him in its latest investigative report, highlighting his role in shaping the global crypto landscape. According to media sources, Bilal Bin Saqib is recognized as a bridge between the East and […]