The National Assembly’s Privatisation Committee has been informed that the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) made several out-of-turn appointments within Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) during its tenure. The disclosure came during an ongoing investigation into irregularities within the national carrier’s operations and staffing practices. According to the committee, these appointments violated standard procedures and were allegedly […]

In a controversial legal case, a lawyer affiliated with the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) was remanded into custody for allegedly misbehaving with the Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) during court proceedings. The incident occurred during a heated exchange in the Supreme Court, where the lawyer’s conduct was deemed disrespectful by the judiciary. According to court officials, […]

In a surprising turn of events, two sisters of the PTI founder were arrested from D-Chowk in Islamabad today. The arrests come amidst increasing political turmoil in Pakistan as law enforcement agencies clamp down on political figures and their relatives involved in recent protests. The women were reportedly taken into custody for violating Section 144, […]

The Pakistani rupee showed a modest but promising recovery today, appreciating by 23 paisa against the US dollar in the interbank market. The rupee’s value climbed to PKR 287.45 from its previous closing rate of PKR 287.68, signaling market stability after recent fluctuations. This slight gain is being attributed to improved foreign remittances and a […]

K-Electric, the primary electricity provider for Karachi, has requested a tariff increase as part of its Fuel Charge Adjustments (FCA) mechanism. The utility company submitted its proposal to the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) on October 3, 2024, citing rising fuel costs as the reason behind the request. The proposed hike would cover the […]

In a major judicial development on October 3, 2024, Pakistan’s Supreme Court struck down its earlier 2022 ruling regarding the defection clause under Article 63-A of the Constitution. A five-member bench, led by Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa, ruled in favor of the appeal, which challenged the decision that had prohibited counting the votes of […]

On October 3, 2024, Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf inaugurated the Bahria University College of Medicine in Karachi, further advancing Pakistan’s medical education infrastructure. The new medical college will provide a platform for training future doctors with modern facilities and state-of-the-art technology, reinforcing Pakistan’s commitment to enhancing healthcare quality across the country. The […]

In positive news for Pakistani consumers, Senator Faisal Vawda recently hinted at further reductions in petrol prices, adding to a series of cuts in response to global oil price declines. At a press conference on October 3, 2024, Vawda expressed optimism that this would help ease inflationary pressures in the country. He highlighted improvements in […]

The federal government is reportedly planning to transfer control of the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) and other hospitals in Islamabad to the city’s administration. This move is seen as part of a broader strategy to improve healthcare delivery and management in the capital. Sources within the health ministry suggest that the decision was […]

Pakistan’s Minister for Privatization has announced a new date for the long-awaited privatization of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA). The government now aims to complete the process by early 2025, after missing the previous deadline. The privatization of PIA has been a contentious issue, with critics pointing to the airline’s financial mismanagement and frequent bailouts as […]

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) held the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party responsible for the ongoing delays in the intra-party polls case. The ECP stated that PTI’s lack of cooperation and frequent requests for adjournments have prolonged the proceedings unnecessarily. This issue has garnered significant attention, particularly given PTI’s previous emphasis on transparency and democratic […]

The Planning Ministry has recommended the dissolution of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) Authority during a Senate Committee meeting, citing inefficiencies in the current model. Officials argued that the CPEC Authority, established to streamline projects under the $60 billion initiative, has now become redundant due to overlapping responsibilities with existing government ministries. The suggestion is […]

In a major development on October 1, 2024, the Accountability Court acquitted the Chief Minister of Sindh, Murad Ali Shah, and others involved in the Nooriabad Power Plant reference case. The decision comes after a prolonged legal battle that had drawn considerable public attention, with allegations of corruption and misuse of power linked to the […]

In a recent statement on October 1, 2024, the Governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Haji Ghulam Ali, declared that engaging in talks with the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has become futile, given the ongoing political turmoil in the province. The Governor’s comments reflect the growing tensions between the ruling coalition and PTI, led by Imran Khan, over […]

The Punjab Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) announced the results for the Intermediate Part-I examinations on October 1, 2024. Thousands of students across Punjab can now check their results online, marking the culmination of months of hard work and dedication. The results are available on the official BISE Punjab website, allowing students to […]