GB Finance Minister Ibrar Ismail Calls for Gilgit-Baltistan’s Inclusion in NFC at Pakistan Governance Forum 2026
The Minister for Finance and Planning & Development, Gilgit-Baltistan, Col (R) Abrar Ismail today eloquently presented the case of Gilgit-Baltistan for granting a special status in the National Finance Commission (NFC) Award at the Pakistan Governance Forum 2026. He comprehensively highlighted the unique constitutional position, geographic challenges, strategic importance, and development needs of Gilgit-Baltistan, emphasizing […]
Ambreen Jan Leads PEMRA: A Welcome Move
By Sardar Khan Niazi The appointment of Ambreen Jan as Chairperson of Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority is a welcome and reassuring development. This is not a ceremonial expression of congratulations. It is, in every meaningful sense, a case of the right person entrusted with the right responsibility. Ambreen Jan brings with her a distinguished […]
DGPC initiates regulatory action against three petroleum exploration companies
Islamabad, February 12, 2026 – The Directorate General of Petroleum Concessions (DGPC) has launched regulatory proceedings against three exploration and production companies over alleged violations of petroleum rules, Parliamentary Secretary for Energy (Petroleum Division) Mian Khan Bugti informed the National Assembly on Thursday. During the Question Hour, Bugti revealed that the DGPC issued a show […]
Ali Dar appointed CM Maryam’s aide on Punjab AI and special initiatives
LAHORE/LONDON: The provincial government has appointed Ali Mustafa Dar as Adviser to Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz on Artificial Intelligence and Special Initiatives, effectively creating a new department mandated to drive innovation-led policy, technology adoption, and AI-based initiatives across the province. Advisers enjoy the status and powers of a provincial cabinet minister and have the ability […]
Clean, Green Sindh: Young students embrace vision of young leadership
Tando Jam (Staff Reporter): The Sindh Solid Waste Management Board (SSWMB) continues to carry forward the mission of Bilawal Bhutto Zardari and Aseefa Bhutto Zardari to make Sindh clean and green, while promoting women’s empowerment. Under his vision, SSWMB aims to promote environmental awareness, proper waste management, and community participation across the province, ensuring that […]
Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority Meeting with DAMAC Group and PRYPCO
Chairman, Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority and Minister of State, Bilal Bin Saqib, met Amira Hussain Sajwani, Co-Managing Director of DAMAC Group and CEO of PRYPCO, along with her delegation, at the Prime Minister’s Office. The meeting was also attended by H.E. Salem Mohammad Alzaabi, Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to Pakistan.Discussions focused on […]
Bitget TradFi Surpasses $2 Billion in Daily Volume as Gold Trading Activity Surges
Bitget, the world’s largest Universal Exchange (UEX), has recorded more than $2 billion in daily trading volume on Bitget TradFi, marking a major milestone since its public rollout on January 5. The performance highlights accelerating demand for access to traditional markets on the platform as a hedge against recent volatility. With this, pairs such as […]
Field Marshal Asim Munir addresses 18th National Workshop on Balochistan’s development and security
Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, COAS & CDF, interacted with the participants of the 18th National Workshop on Balochistan at General Headquarters (GHQ). The workshop focused on exploring Balochistan’s socio-economic development and its strategic importance for Pakistan. During his address, the COAS & CDF appreciated the resilience and patriotism of the people […]
Field Marshal Asim Munir outlines Pak’s complex, multi-domain security challenges
Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, COAS & CDF, visited the National Defence University (NDU), Islamabad today, where he was briefed by panel of civil and military participants of ongoing National Security and War Course on their academic perspective about challenges to national security and imperatives for overcoming them. In his interaction, the […]
Evidence Surfaces of KP CM Sohail Afridi’s Alleged Links to Notorious Drug Traffickers
Allegations have surfaced regarding the nature of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi’s recent visit to Central Jail Peshawar, with some reports suggesting links to incarcerated individuals. The provincial chief visited the facility on December 16, 2025, to review prison operations.While the official purpose of the visit was the inauguration of a new security system, […]