National
Public Outcry Forces Govt to Roll Back Metro Bus Fare Hike
In a major relief for Islamabad’s daily commuters, the federal government has withdrawn the recent increase in metro bus fares, bringing the cost back to Rs50. The
Shehbaz Sharif
National
Pakistan Railways Unveils Eid Special Train Plan
Pakistan Railways has announced a special schedule of five trains to help manage the expected increase in travel during the Eidul Adha holidays. These services are aimed at
Business
Saudi Riyal Holds Steady Against Rupee Pakistan, KSA Deepen Strategic Ties
The Saudi Riyal remained unchanged against the Pakistani Rupee in the open market on Monday, May 26, 2025, continuing its stable trend. According to local currency dealers, the
Business
Govt Plans Easy Loan Scheme for 9 Million Small Farmers in Budget 2025-26
The federal government is finalising a special loan programme aimed at supporting nearly 9 million small-scale farmers in the upcoming 2025–26 budget, sources confirmed on Thursday.
National
General Asim Munir Promoted to Field Marshal
Pakistan’s federal cabinet has approved Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s recommendation to promote Army Chief General Syed Asim Munir to the rank of field marshal — a rare
Business
Saudi Riyal Holds Firm Against Pakistani Rupee
The Saudi Riyal maintained a stable exchange rate against the Pakistani Rupee in the open market on Monday, with no change recorded at the start of the week.
Government
Imran Khan Signals Readiness for Quiet Talks with Government
Jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan has reportedly agreed to open a line of communication with the government, marking a notable shift in Pakistan's political landscape.
Breaking News
PTI welcomes Shehbaz Sharif's offer for alliance
Islamabad, May 7: In a significant political development, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has welcomed an offer for alliance extended by Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader
Sports
Turkish President Erdogan Arrives in Pakistan for High-Level Talks
Turkish President, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, is set to arrive in Islamabad today for a two-day official visit at the invitation of Prime Minister, Shehbaz Sharif. According to
Government
PM Forms Committee to Review Faizabad Sit-in Commission Report
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has taken a significant step by establishing a special cabinet committee to scrutinize the deficiencies in the Faizabad sit-in Commission report. This move
World
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Congratulates President Putin
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif of Pakistan recently conveyed warm congratulations to President Vladimir Putin on his re-election in the Russian presidential election. In a statement shared on
Government
Crown Prince Reaffirms Support for Pakistan in Phone Call with PM
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman of Saudi Arabia recently reaffirmed the Kingdom's unwavering support for Pakistan in a congratulatory phone call with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif,
Government
PML-N Becomes Largest Party in National Assembly
The Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) has become the largest political party in the National Assembly, with its tally rising to 123 seats. This significant increase is
Government
PM and Army Chief Discuss Security and Professional Matters
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Army Chief General Syed Asim Munir engaged in discussions regarding security and professional matters during a meeting held in Islamabad on Wednesday. General
Government
PM Directs NDMA for Relief and Rehabilitation of Affectees in K-P
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif directed the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) to take maximum steps, in collaboration with the provincial administration, for the rescue and rehabilitation of the
National
Prime Minister's Commitment to Flood Relief
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has pledged unwavering support to the flood-affected people of Gwadar, emphasizing that every effort will be made to provide relief to those