The Punjab government has officially announced the wheat procurement price for 2026, setting it at Rs3,500 per maund to support farmers and stabilize the agricultural economy. Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif directed authorities to begin immediate procurement while ensuring transparency and efficiency in the process. To further assist farmers, the government has introduced free gunny…
Fitch Ratings has reaffirmed Pakistan’s long-term foreign currency issuer default rating at B- with a stable outlook, signaling cautious confidence in the country’s recent economic management. The rating reflects progress in fiscal consolidation and continued alignment with the International Monetary Fund programme, which has helped stabilise Pakistan’s financial outlook. According to the assessment, these measures…
A rising number of train accidents across Pakistan has sparked serious concerns about railway safety, maintenance, and operational efficiency. Since January 1, more than 20 incidents involving passenger and freight trains have been reported, resulting in at least three deaths, hundreds of injuries, and significant disruption to rail services. The accidents have occurred across major…
The Peshawar High Court (PHC) has ruled that deputation of government officials is only valid when a department formally requests an officer and the process is approved through the Special Selection Board (SSB). In a significant judgement, the court declared the deputation of a Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly official to the Excise and Taxation Department as…
International support for workforce development in Pakistan continues to grow as diplomats and United Nations agencies reaffirm their commitment to skills training initiatives. The renewed pledge came during a high-level roundtable conference hosted by the National Vocational and Technical Training Commission (NAVTTC) in Islamabad. The conference, titled “TVET: Strengthening International Cooperation for Skills Development in…
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly has been informed that several teaching positions reserved under the minority quota remain vacant in northern districts due to the unavailability of eligible non-Muslim candidates. The issue was raised by MPA Ubaid ur Rehman during a session, where he highlighted that schools in districts like Lower Dir and Upper Dir are…
Pakistan’s telecom sector is facing growing concern as delays in issuing satellite internet licences continue to raise questions in the Senate. Senator Sarmad Ali has formally submitted a call attention notice, seeking an explanation from the Ministry of Information Technology regarding the prolonged approval process. According to the notice, at least five companies are currently…
Pakistan’s corporate sector continues to show steady growth as the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) registered 2,993 new companies in March, reflecting an 11% increase compared to the same month last year. According to official data, nearly 99.9% of company registrations were completed online through the SECP’s eZfile system, highlighting the country’s rapid…
Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO) has initiated load management across its service areas following a temporary decline in electricity generation caused by the ongoing international petroleum crisis. According to officials, rising petroleum prices and global supply chain disruptions have significantly impacted power generation, leading to a shortfall in electricity supply. As a result, IESCO has…
The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) has announced a one-time reduction in merit requirements for MBBS and BDS admissions in private medical and dental colleges, following a significant drop in student enrolments. According to the official notification, the minimum merit for MBBS programmes has been reduced from 55% to 52%, while for BDS programmes…
