The federal government has announced a reduction of Rs2 per litre in the price of petrol while keeping the price of high-speed diesel (HSD) unchanged. According to a notification issued by the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA), the revised petroleum prices will take effect on November 14. Following the reduction, petrol will cost Rs330…
An official audit has found that the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) failed to recover Rs87.53 million in outstanding licence fees, other charges and penalties, raising concerns about the authority’s financial management and revenue recovery procedures. According to the Audit Report on the Accounts of the Federal Government (Civil) for Audit Year 2025-26, PEMRA…
Pakistan has recorded a fiscal surplus of Rs1.274 trillion during the first quarter of the financial year 2026-27, extending its positive first-quarter budget balance to three consecutive years. The latest figures cover July to September 2026 and show a fiscal surplus equivalent to 0.9 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP). The country’s primary surplus…
Israel’s intelligence chief has travelled to Washington for high-level discussions with Trump administration officials amid reports that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is urging US President Donald Trump to resume military operations against Iran. According to a report citing three sources familiar with the matter, Mossad Director Roman Gofman met CIA Director John Ratcliffe on Friday…
Pakistan has signed 13 mineral cooperation agreements with international companies and foreign partners to attract investment, expand mineral exploration and establish local processing industries. The initiative aims to reduce the country’s reliance on exporting raw minerals and encourage greater domestic value addition. The agreements were announced during the concluding session of the Pakistan Minerals Investment…
Federal Minister Dr Tariq Fazal Chaudhry has ruled out the possibility of a political deal or special concessions for Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan, saying that all matters concerning the former prime minister must be resolved through the courts. Speaking to journalists, the federal minister said the government had no policy of striking deals…
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Ali Muhammad Khan has described the recent meeting with party founder Imran Khan as an indication of improving political conditions. He also confirmed that contacts have taken place between PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan and Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, highlighting continued communication between political stakeholders. Speaking during a television programme,…
Security forces have foiled an attempted attack on a security post along National Highway N-25 in Balochistan’s Mastung district, killing three militants during a subsequent operation. The incident also claimed the lives of two civilians and left several people injured, including three Frontier Corps (FC) personnel. According to Radio Pakistan, citing Balochistan Police, militants belonging…
Traffic congestion on Lahore’s Main Boulevard has become a growing concern for motorists and daily commuters, particularly near major commercial outlets such as KK Mart and Imtiaz Mall. Residents say heavy vehicle movement, shopping-related traffic and roadside congestion are causing prolonged delays, especially during morning and evening rush hours. Both commercial establishments attract large numbers…
Pakistan recorded its highest-ever annual inflow of workers’ remittances, receiving $41.59 billion during fiscal year 2025-26, according to figures released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). The amount represents an increase of 8.6 per cent compared with the $38.30 billion received in FY2024-25. The record inflows provided significant support to Pakistan’s external accounts amid…
