Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Emir Hafiz Naeemur Rehman has lambasted the federal government for collecting a staggering Rs 1,234 billion as Petroleum Levy within just ten months, labelling it an “unjust tax” on the common man. In a detailed message on X (formerly Twitter), the JI leader pointed out that during only six weeks of regional conflict, […]
The federal capital is bracing for a flurry of diplomatic activity as top-tier officials from the United States and Iran converge in Islamabad for a crucial round of negotiations aimed at securing a regional peace treaty. According to insiders, the American delegation, featuring high-ranking figures like Jared Kushner and JD Vance, will meet with an […]
President Masoud Pezeshkian has reaffirmed Iran’s commitment to regional stability, stating that Tehran is pursuing an end to current tensions based on “dignity and honour”. In a statement reported by state media, the President hit out at the U.S. administration, specifically targeting President Donald Trump’s efforts to curb Iran’s nuclear program. “Trump has no right […]
Islamic Date Today in Pakistan The Islamic date is based on the lunar calendar, which follows the phases of the moon. It plays an important role in determining religious events such as Ramadan, Eid, and Hajj. In Pakistan, the Islamic date is especially significant as it is often confirmed through moon sighting, influencing religious practices […]
Public transport fares have been reduced across major intercity routes following a recent decline in diesel prices, officials said on Saturday. Authorities announced that fares for intercity and interprovincial buses have been cut by up to 5%, with immediate effect. The move follows a Rs32 per litre decrease in diesel prices. According to the revised […]
Iran has said that the Strait of Hormuz remains under its full control, amid reports of halted commercial shipping and escalating tensions with the United States. A spokesperson for Iran’s central military command stated that there has been no change in the situation in the Strait, adding that the strategic waterway is entirely under Iranian […]
The Pakistan Stock Exchange closed the week on a strong note, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index registering a significant gain of 6,747 points amid improved investor sentiment. By the end of the trading week, the index settled at 173,939 points, reflecting a bullish trend driven by renewed buying interest across key sectors. Market participants remained […]
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has confirmed that the government has repaid $2 billion to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), following official directives. According to the SBP spokesperson, the amount had previously been held as financial assistance in the form of deposits and has now been returned under a pre-agreed mechanism. The official described […]
In a significant diplomatic engagement, the foreign ministers of Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkiye, and Egypt met on the sidelines of the Antalya Diplomacy Forum in Turkiye. The meeting, which took place on Saturday, provided a platform for crucial discussions on the evolving geopolitical dynamics in the Middle East and beyond. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign […]
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has officially announced the start of its pre-Hajj operation, which will kick off on April 19. The airline will be responsible for transporting more than 55,000 pilgrims to Saudi Arabia through a series of 191 flights departing from various airports across Pakistan. As part of the operation, 49,000 pilgrims will be […]
