Pakistan, Afghanistan ‘agree’ to fully restore diplomatic ties on May 23, 2025Pakistan and Afghanistan have reportedly agreed to fully restore diplomatic ties at the ambassador-level. As per details, progress has been made in restoring diplomatic ties between Pakistan and Afghanistan, as both countries have agreed to reinstate full ambassador-level relations, according to sources. Sources confirm that steps to reestablish complete diplomatic engagement at the ambassadorial level […]
PPP will hold protest in Peshawar on May 26 against corruption in KP on May 23, 2025The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Lawyers Wing Thursday will hold a major protest in Peshawar on May 26, under the directives of Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, to highlight rampant corruption in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and defend citizens’ fundamental rights. Addressing a press conference at the Abbottabad Press Club, Provincial President Advocate Gohar Rehman Khattak said the […]
Punjab issues heatwave alert; orders first aid kit in schools on May 23, 2025With scorching heat and persisting heatwave, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam has issued an alert, directing the authorities concerned to postpone any open-air activity in government and private educational institutions, besides ensuring availability of first aid kit in every school. The CM urged people to adhere to precautions amid heatwave and appealed to the parents to […]
Government seeks Rs1.26 per unit hike in electricity prices on May 22, 2025The federal government has filed a request in the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) for Rs1.26 per unit hike in the electricity prices. According to the media reports, the request was made under the fuel price adjustment for April. The NEPRA will hear the request on May 29. If approved, an additional amount will […]
Section 144 imposed in Naushehro Feroze on May 22, 2025The district administration in Naushehro Feroze imposed section 144 for a period of 30 days in the wake of deteriorating law and order situation in Moro. According to a notification issued here, gatherings of any kind, including processions and demonstrations, and the carrying or exhibition of firearms and other weapons is strictly forbidden. The decision […]
Sindh announces summer vacation for schools, colleges on May 22, 2025Sindh Education Department has announced summer vacation for all educational institutions. According to the Education Department’s announcement made on Thursday, the summer vacation will start from June 1 and end on July 31. The vacation directive will be applicable on all government and private educational institutions. A day earlier, observing the ongoing extreme heat and […]
50,000 students will receive accredited certifications from City & Guilds London on May 22, 2025In a major development aimed at equipping Pakistani youth with globally recognized technical skills, 50,000 students will receive internationally accredited certifications from City & Guilds, London, each year The announcement was made during a media briefing held upon the return of a high-level Pakistani delegation from London, led by Minister of State for Education, Ms. […]
Pakistan Railways to operate five special trains on occasion of Eidul Adha on May 22, 2025Pakistan Railways has announced the operation of five special trains on the occasion of Eidul Adha 2025 to facilitate passengers traveling to various cities. According to the railway spokesperson, the special Eidul Fitr trains will run between June 2 and 4 from multiple stations across the Pakistan. The schedule released by PR stated that the […]
No valid sales tax refund claims pending, FBR tells Senate panel on May 22, 2025The Senate Standing Committee on Finance and Revenue convened Wednesday in Islamabad under the chairmanship of Senator Saleem Mandviwalla to review issues related to tax refunds, business migration, and taxation policies. The meeting was attended by Senators Farooq Hamid Naek, Syed Faisal Ali Subzwari, Faisal Vawda, Munzoor Ahmed, and Abdul Qadir. Senator Mohsin Aziz participated […]
Pakistan’s sesame exports to China reach new heights in Jan-April 2025 on May 22, 2025Pakistan’s sesame seed exports to China have soared to unprecedented levels, reaching nearly $49 million between January and April 2025. This surge marks a significant milestone in the deepening agricultural trade relationship between the two countries, according to a report carried by China Economic Net (CEN) on Wednesday. The report says, Pakistan’s Ambassador to China, […]