Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari has stated that the rise in electricity consumption in Pakistan reflects the positive impact of the government’s energy reforms. He made these remarks during a meeting in Islamabad with Bolormaa Amgaabazar, where discussions focused on improving the country’s energy sector. According to the minister, the government is working to make electricity…
Pakistan’s refining sector has recorded a significant 13% year-on-year increase in throughput in March 2026, reaching 972,000 tons, ensuring stable fuel supply across the country despite global market disruptions. According to industry data, the rise in refinery output was primarily driven by increased production of motor spirit (petrol) and high-speed diesel. Petrol production grew by…
The Azad Jammu and Kashmir High Court has ruled that Afghan nationals residing in the region cannot be detained or deported without following due legal process, even under existing repatriation policies. In a detailed judgment authored by Justice Syed Shahid Bahar, the court addressed multiple constitutional petitions challenging the detention of Afghan nationals in Muzaffarabad….
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has reported a slight increase in foreign exchange reserves, which rose by $6 million to reach $16.38 billion for the week ending March 27, 2026. According to official data, Pakistan’s total liquid foreign reserves now stand at $21.79 billion. Out of this, $16.38 billion is held by the central…
Shehbaz Sharif has stated that Pakistan is effectively managing economic and financial challenges despite ongoing regional tensions and rising global prices. Speaking during a high-level review meeting in Islamabad, the Prime Minister emphasized that the country has successfully maintained the demand and supply balance of essential goods, preventing any major disruptions. He praised the coordination…
Educational boards across Pakistan have officially announced the schedule for matriculation and intermediate annual examinations for 2026, along with admission deadlines and result timelines. According to the announcement, matric exams will begin on March 4, 2026. Students can submit their admission forms with a single fee from November 10 to December 12, 2025. The double-fee…
The National Disaster Management Authority has issued a warning about increased risks of floods and landslides in northern areas of Pakistan from April 1 to 10. According to the advisory, vulnerable regions in Gilgit-Baltistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa may experience glacial lake outburst floods (GLOF), flash floods, mudslides, and landslides due to expected weather conditions. The…
Punjab Police has reported that more than 33,000 illegal foreign nationals, including Afghan citizens, have been deported from Punjab as part of an ongoing repatriation drive. According to official data, the deported individuals include 12,565 men, 6,695 women, and 13,760 children. The figures highlight that children make up a significant portion of those affected by…
A tragic road accident in Ghotki district claimed the lives of three people, while another individual was injured, according to local authorities. The incident occurred in the Dharki area, where a speeding tractor-trolley reportedly collided with a motorcycle carrying multiple passengers. The impact of the crash was severe, resulting in the immediate deaths of three…
The Rawalpindi Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education has launched a modern live monitoring system for matriculation exams to ensure transparency and prevent cheating. Under this new initiative, the board has established a state-of-the-art command and control center where officials can monitor examination centers in real time through CCTV cameras. Currently, live footage is being…
