Government Plans to Maintain Unchanged Petrol Prices Despite Indications for Reduction According to a report in Business Recorder on Friday, the federal government is contemplating keeping petrol prices unchanged, despite estimates from Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) indicating the potential for a reduction. OMC estimates suggest a possible decrease of up to Re1 per litre for…
Afridi Advocates for Haris Rauf’s Inclusion in Pakistan’s Test Squad Over BBL Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi has voiced his opinion that fast bowler Haris Rauf should have been part of the three-Test series against Australia, citing favorable conditions for him, rather than participating in the Big Bash League (BBL). Despite being a white-ball specialist…
The year 2023 saw a continued struggle for Pakistan’s auto industry, witnessing a 55% decline in vehicle sales and a substantial 70% reduction in the production of manufacturing parts. This downturn in sales has not only affected the auto industry but has also led to a notable decrease in revenue for the national exchequer. HM…
Rawalpindi Court Rejects Police Plea, Sends PTI Vice Chairman Shah Mahmood Qureshi to 14-Day Judicial Remand A Rawalpindi court on Thursday dismissed the Punjab police’s request for custody of PTI Vice Chairman Shah Mahmood Qureshi and instead ordered a 14-day judicial remand in a new case related to the May 9 riots. This decision follows…
Maulana Fazlur Rehman, the head of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-F, issued a stern warning on Thursday, holding the Election Commission of Pakistan accountable if any worker from his party is harmed or loses their life during the upcoming general elections. During a press conference addressing the Chief Election Commissioner’s recent statements regarding the law and order situation…
Dense mist shrouded the urban areas of central Punjab, including Lahore, exacerbating the peril of accidents due to reduced visibility. The intensity of the mist prompted the closure of several sections of the motorway to traffic. Residents claim that even fog lights prove ineffective in numerous locations. A local resident mentioned that major thoroughfares across…
Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar emphasized on Wednesday the crucial role of effectively utilizing the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) forum to address the challenges and issues faced by the Muslim world. PM Kakar conveyed his concerns during meetings with ambassadors from various Muslim countries, including Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Oman,…
Imran Khan Directs PTI to Prepare for General Elections 2024: Barrister Gohar Ali Khan Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan asserted on Wednesday that PTI leaders announcing their dissociation through press conferences would not be considered for election tickets, as reported by The News. Speaking to the media outside Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi,…
In a significant update for holders of Pakistani passports, a recent report from the Passport Index has identified eight countries where Pakistanis can travel without the need for a visa. While individuals holding Pakistani passports typically require a visa for 151 countries, they can obtain visas upon arrival in 36 nations, and certain countries offer…
“Muhammad Zubair Accuses Ishaq Dar of Billions in Losses Due to Halted Privatisation of SOEs” Former Privatisation Minister Muhammad Zubair has laid blame on former Finance Minister Ishaq Dar for causing substantial financial losses by putting a stop to the privatisation of struggling State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) during the PML-N’s 2013-2018 tenure. In an interview with…
