Govt Mulls 10% Salary, Pension Hike; Final Decision Expected on June 10
The federal government is actively considering a salary and pension increase for employees as part of the Budget 2025-26, sources from the finance ministry revealed. One proposal includes a 10% hike in both salaries and pensions to offset inflation, along with a 30%
Islamabad Declares Lake View Park, Daman-e-Koh as Family-Only Spots for Eid
The Islamabad district administration has announced that Lake View Park and Daman-e-Koh will be open exclusively to families during the three-day Eid Al-Adha holidays. The decision aims to manage large crowds and ensure public safety. According to an official notification, only families will
Muslims across Gulf and Middle East unite in Eid Al Adha celebrations
In Saudi Arabia millions gathered for grand Eid congregations at two holiest mosques in Islam As the first light of dawn broke over the UAE on Friday, June 6, the spirit of Eid Al Adha came alive across the nation and most of
Trump May Sanction Russia If Needed, Warns Iran of ‘Serious Consequences’: White House
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stated on Tuesday that President Donald Trump is prepared to impose sanctions on Russia if circumstances demand it, underlining a strong stance on evolving international developments. Addressing a press briefing, Leavitt said that while the president was
Lt Gen Fayyaz Hussain Shah Lauds Youth, Bravery of Armed Forces During Punjab University Visit
Lahore Corps Commander Lieutenant General Fayyaz Hussain Shah has praised the bravery and professionalism of the Pakistan Armed Forces and the youth of the nation, saying Operation Bunyan-um-Marsoos is a testament to the military’s courage and strategic excellence. During a special address at
TikToker Sana Yousaf’s Murder Solved: Prime Suspect Umar Hayat Arrested in Faisalabad
Islamabad Police have arrested the alleged killer of popular TikToker Sana Yousaf, tracing the suspect Umar Hayat to Jaranwala, Faisalabad using CCTV footage, mobile phone data, and technical forensics. According to police sources, Umar confessed to the premeditated murder during initial interrogation. The
Pakistan Launches Diplomatic Offensive with Delegations to Russia West to Counter Indian Narrative
In a significant diplomatic move, Pakistan has deployed two high-level delegations to Moscow and Western capitals as part of its global outreach strategy to counter India’s regional narrative and push for peace through diplomacy. Tariq Fatemi Heads Delegation to Moscow A delegation led
Budget 2025-26: Govt Proposes Higher Taxes on Bank Withdrawals, Savings, and Vehicles
As Pakistan gears up to unveil its Budget 2025–26, government insiders confirm that a range of new tax measures are on the table — including higher taxes on bank deposits, savings schemes, and cash withdrawals by non-filers, all aimed at improving revenue and
Oil Prices Rebound as OPEC+ Sticks to Modest Output Hike for July
May 31, 2025 — Global oil prices rebounded sharply on Monday after OPEC+ announced it would stick to its current output increase of 411,000 barrels per day (bpd) for July, matching hikes seen in May and June. The decision alleviated fears of a
NAB Forms Special Prosecution Team for £190 Million Case Appeals
The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has constituted a five-member special prosecution team to contest the appeals in the £190 million case, a high-profile corruption investigation involving the former PTI chairman and his wife, Bushra Bibi. According to official sources, Sardar Muzaffar has been
