The Sindh government has launched a new fuel subsidy programme aimed at providing financial relief to owners of small fishing boats across the province. Under the initiative, eligible fishermen will receive assistance ranging from Rs100,000 to Rs200,000 through Sindh Bank, helping them cope with rising fuel costs and sustain their livelihoods. The announcement was made…
Pakistan’s agriculture sector demonstrated resilience by recording a 2.89% growth during FY2025-26, according to the Economic Survey of Pakistan 2025-26, despite facing the devastating impact of the 2025 monsoon floods. The sector had grown by only 1.53% during the previous fiscal year, making this year’s performance a significant improvement. Agriculture remains the backbone of Pakistan’s…
The Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA) Lahore has set a strict deadline of June 30 for the completion of all priority development schemes underway across the city. The decision reflects the agency’s efforts to accelerate infrastructure improvements and ensure residents receive timely relief before the arrival of the monsoon season. The directive was issued by…
Pakistan’s information and communication technology (ICT) sector recorded significant growth during FY2026, with total ICT exports reaching $3.388 billion, according to the latest Pakistan Economic Survey. The figures underline the increasing importance of the technology sector in supporting foreign exchange earnings and strengthening the country’s digital economy. The survey also revealed that the trade surplus…
Dozens of residents in Hyderabad were hospitalized after allegedly suffering from food poisoning linked to leftover food distributed following a wedding ceremony. The incident has raised serious concerns regarding food safety practices and the proper handling of cooked meals, particularly during the hot summer months. According to reports, the affected individuals consumed food that had…
A tragic incident in Karachi has once again highlighted the devastating consequences of dowry-related violence in Pakistan. A newly married woman reportedly died after allegedly being subjected to severe physical abuse by her husband following a dispute over dowry demands. According to police and local authorities, the accused husband allegedly became angry because the bride’s…
Pakistan women’s cricket team opener Gull Feroza has been nominated for the prestigious ICC Women’s Player of the Month Award for May 2026, marking another proud moment for Pakistan cricket. The nomination comes after the talented batter delivered a series of remarkable performances that played a crucial role in Pakistan’s recent international success. Feroza secured…
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a weather advisory forecasting dust storms, windstorms, and rain-thunderstorms across several parts of Pakistan from June 11 to June 13. According to the Met Office, a western disturbance is expected to enter the upper regions of the country on June 11 and remain active until June 13, while…
Pakistan Army has confirmed that all personnel aboard an Army Aviation Mi-17 helicopter embraced martyrdom after the aircraft crashed near Muzaffarabad in Azad Jammu and Kashmir during take-off. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the tragic incident occurred due to a technical fault, leaving no survivors. Rescue and recovery teams immediately reached the crash…
Business leaders in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have urged the provincial government to make industrial development a key focus of Budget 2026-27. According to Pakistan Business Forum (PBF) KP Chairman Ashfaq Paracha, sustainable economic growth, job creation, export expansion, and increased revenue generation can only be achieved through a stronger industrial sector. Despite the province presenting a…
