The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) has expressed concern over the exclusion of small farmers from Punjab and Sindh in a new Risk Coverage Scheme. The scheme, developed to provide financial support to farmers in underserved areas, currently covers only Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan. The ECC has now asked the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) to […]
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Sindh mobilizes 49,662 cops for muharram security, says Sharjeel Memon
Sindh’s Senior Minister for Information and Transport, Sharjeel Inam Memon, announced a detailed security plan for Muharram along with key education reforms during a press conference. He confirmed that over 49,000 police officers will be deployed across Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Larkana, Mirpurkhas, and Shaheed Benazirabad to ensure safety during processions and gatherings. Specifically, 35,116 officers […]
NDMA issues 48-hour heavy rain alert across Punjab, KP, and Sindh
The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued a warning of heavy rainfall across Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), and Sindh. According to NDMA, the next 48 hours will bring strong winds and heavy downpours to several regions. The alert highlights possible risks of flash floods and landslides, especially in low-lying and hilly areas. Residents have […]
Sindh imposes section 144 from muharram 1 to 10 to maintain law and order
The Sindh Home Department has officially imposed Section 144 across the province from 1st to 10th Muharram to ensure public safety and religious harmony. This decision comes ahead of the sensitive month of Muharram, when large religious gatherings and processions take place. A formal notification has been issued by the department to enforce the restrictions. […]
OGDCL discovers major gas reserves in Sindh’s Khairpur district
Oil & Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) announced a significant gas and condensate discovery at its exploratory well Faakir-1 in Khairpur, Sindh. The company shared the news through a notice to the Pakistan Stock Exchange on Thursday. The well is operated by OGDCL with a 95% stake, while its partner, Government Holdings (Private) Limited (GHPL), […]
PSX urges resolution of sales tax disputes among provinces in budget FY26 proposals
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) has called on federal and provincial governments to address conflicts over the collection of sales tax on services. PSX wants the Council of Common Interest (CCI) to resolve the jurisdiction differences among provinces. They hope CCI will create a fair revenue-sharing formula for each province to end the ongoing dispute. […]
Monsoon alert: Heavy rains and flood risks loom over Sindh, Punjab, and KP
Karachi: The Meteorological Department has forecast heavy rainfall in the first phase of the monsoon season. It has warned of possible floods in the plains and hilly areas of Sindh, Punjab, Azad Kashmir, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP). The Meteorological Department has released the weather outlook for the 2025 monsoon season. It predicts normal to above-normal […]
Sindh government issues new code of conduct for Eid-ul-Adha animal hide collection
The Sindh government has released a formal code of conduct for collecting sacrificial animal hides during Eid-ul-Adha. The new guidelines are aimed at maintaining law and order and ensuring that only authorized groups participate in the process. According to the official notification, welfare organizations, religious seminaries, and charities must obtain prior permission from the concerned […]
Sindh sets up AI task force to lead Pakistan’s digital future
Sindh is forming its first Artificial Intelligence (AI) task force to unite scattered efforts across the province. The decision came after a major meeting in Karachi that brought together experts from public and private sectors. This move aims to make AI research and projects more effective, especially in science, health, and education. The session included […]
Schools to shut for summer in Sindh, K-P, and Punjab amid heatwave
The provincial governments of Sindh, Punjab, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have announced summer vacations for schools and colleges. The decision comes in response to the rising temperatures across the country. Authorities said the heatwave could pose health risks to students, especially in low-lying and urban areas. Therefore, they have taken early action to close educational institutions […]