The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) has called on provincial health departments to take urgent action to address the growing gap between the number of medical graduates and the limited availability of postgraduate (PG) training positions in the country. According to the PMDC, this imbalance has become a major factor contributing to the increasing…
Former Member of the National Assembly Ali Wazir has been re-arrested in a fresh sedition case, just hours after his release from Sukkur prison on bail. The development highlights ongoing legal challenges faced by the former lawmaker associated with the Pashtun Tahaffuz Movement (PTM). According to his legal counsel, Wazir was released following a bail…
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has extended tax concessions on the import of white crystalline sugar in an effort to stabilize domestic prices and ensure sufficient supply in the local market. According to the latest notification, SRO527 of 2026, the FBR has maintained a significantly reduced sales tax rate of 0.25 percent on imported…
The Sindh High Court has issued a strong ruling against the use of torture during police interrogations, emphasizing that custodial deaths must not be allowed under any circumstances. The court firmly stated that the idea of using violence as a means of extracting information must come to an end. The decision was announced in a…
Pakistan has taken a major step towards strengthening its maritime sector as dredging work at Karachi Port has officially begun. The initiative aims to upgrade the port’s infrastructure and enhance its capacity to handle larger vessels, marking a significant development for the country’s trade and shipping industry. The announcement was made by Maritime Minister Muhammad…
Pakistan’s meat export industry is facing a new challenge as the Ministry of Commerce has stepped in to address complaints regarding additional charges on export shipments. The issue has raised concerns among exporters who fear rising costs could impact their competitiveness in international markets. The ministry has formally contacted the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA),…
Digital anxiety has become one of the biggest challenges in modern work culture. In 2026, employees across the world are facing increasing pressure due to constant connectivity and work expectations beyond office hours. Recent surveys reveal that more than 80% of employees check emails, messages, or complete tasks even during their personal time. This growing…
The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) has decided to cancel its central gathering at Garhi Khuda Bakhsh for the martyrdom anniversary of Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, scheduled on April 4. Decision by PPP Leadership The decision was taken on the directives of Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, citing the prevailing regional situation. PPP leadership emphasised that while the central…
Mir Ziaullah Langove of the Balochistan Awami Party has been sworn in as the new Home Minister of Balochistan, filling a key position that had remained vacant since August 2024. Oath-Taking Ceremony in Quetta The oath-taking ceremony was held at the Governor House, where Sheikh Jaffar Khan Mandokhail administered the oath. The event was attended…
A shocking incident in Lahore has led to the arrest of a domestic worker accused of killing a toddler, while authorities are also investigating a separate case involving the mysterious death of an infant. Domestic Worker Arrested According to police, the suspect was taken into custody after being linked to the killing of a young…
