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Sharjeel Memon criticises budget for sidelining Sindh, Karachi's development
PPP is taking these budgetary decisions seriously and plans to review the budget in detail, says senior Sindh minister
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Family pension duration capped at 10 years following spouse's death
Govt discourages premature retirement, multiple pensions, proposes 5% on high-income pensioners
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Govt eliminates customs duties on 4,000 tariff lines in trade reform
FinMin highlighted that reductions in tariff duties would specifically benefit Pakistan’s industrial, export sectors
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India's unilateral suspension of IWT could destabilise regional peace: Bilawal
Former FM urged for protection of sanctity of international treaties, warning against "weaponisation of water"
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Pakistan, Russia have 'enormous potential' to deepen ties: Zardari
President lauds Moscow's role in Eurasian stability at ceremony marking Russia's 35th National Day
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18% sales tax on vehicles up to 850cc proposed
Imported chocolates, coffee, cereal bars, and pet food to cost more due to higher taxes
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Severe heatwave scorches Pakistan, temperatures soar past 50°C
Citizens advised to stay indoors, avoid sun between 11 AM and 4 PM
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PTI slams Budget 2025–26 as anti-people and elitist
Budget offers no relief to public; they bleed the poor but spare the elite, PTI leaders said at a press conference
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'Phenomenal partnership': US general lauds Pakistan's counterterrorism efforts
With limited US intel, Pakistan killed dozens of ISIS-K militants, captured five top targets: Gen Michael Kurilla
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All forms of parking on Karachi's II Chundrigar banned
Parking banned along II Chundrigar Road, from Shaheen Complex to Merewether Tower
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Rs722.48b set aside for BISP, Rs10.23b for Poverty Alleviation Division
Allocations for Presidency, PM House also increased
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Bandits of Katcha capitalize on fear
Rs10 million has been set as the head bounty for the most dangerous bandits
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Cabinet approves 10% salary increase for govt employees
Federal cabinet also approved 7% pension boost for govt employees
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Defence budget hiked by 20.2% to Rs2,550b
A sum of Rs971 billion has been earmarked for civil administration
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Healthcare sees gains despite underfunding
Doctor-patient ratio remains dire; infant mortality at 50 per 1,000 births
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Federal Budget 2025-26 to be presented in National Assembly today
Rs17.6 trillion outlay expected, slightly lower than last year’s Rs18.78 trillion
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New Malir Jail admin confirms 225 inmates escaped the prison
Of those, 146 have been recaptured
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High courts run without permanent top judges
The Balochistan High Court also remained without a permanent chief justice for more than three months.
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PIA’s first post-Hajj flight departs Jeddah carrying 307 Pakistani pilgrims
Over 115,000 Pakistanis performed Hajj this year under government, private arrangements
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Eyeing turnaround with cautious optimism
2.7% growth slower than 3.6% target population formula shift proposed in NFC inflation 'a fantastic story'
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Salary, pension hikes on the cards
Govt set to present a budget of approximately Rs17,600 billion for FY 2025-26
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Railways posts gross earnings of Rs65b
Marking a robust 21 per cent increase compared to Rs53.70 billion in the same period last year
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Terrorist killed, cop martyred in Lakki Marwat clash
The militants were intercepted at Kot Kashmir, where they opened fire on the advancing police and volunteers.
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PTI rejects Economic Survey as 'IMF script'
"This entire budget has been handed down by the IMF. This Economic Survey is a Form 47 document," Omar Ayub alleged
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Temporary meat markets thrive in Pindi
Most butcher shops in the twin cities are expected to remain closed for the next two weeks
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Kaghan Valley attracts tourists in droves
KDA established four Tourist Facilitation Centres under the special directive of Director General Shabbir Khan.
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Thousands of tourists flock to Jab Valley
Peaceful sites, gushing waterfalls, untouched by commercialisation, enhance its appeal
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President urges efforts to strengthen economy
He also called for working together for the country's development and prosperity.
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India in crosshairs as Bilawal scales up offensive
Calls potential canal, dam projects act of war, cites UN charter violation
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India blocks Sikhs' Pakistan pilgrimage
Devotees were scheduled to arrive for Guru Arjan Dev Ji anniversary
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Budget 2025-26 proposes relief for corporate, real estate sectors
High-income pensioners, solar panel imports, interest income see tax burdens
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COAS spends Eid day at the frontline
Says celebrating away from family serves superior national purpose
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Twin cities celebrate Eid with festive spirit
Residents distribute meat of sacrificial animals among relatives and needy families
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Three drown in Rawal Dam
Victims entered water defying repeated public warnings
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Stench, sickness rise around Losar
With animal waste piling up unchecked, dumping ground becomes major health hazard
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Family of accused storms house
Around 20 individuals allegedly manhandled victim's family, hurled life threats
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Markets closure triggers price hike
Vendors exploit customers in absence of price control magistrates
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Pakistan's economic growth on track: PM
He lauded the salaried class for playing a vital role in economic stability
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Finance minister unveils Rs17.6tn budget, targets 4.2% growth
Muhammad Aurangzeb dismisses rumours regarding mini-budget, clarifies no new taxes have been imposed