CM Murad lifts wheat supply cap, lets small growers sell unlimited grain
KARACHI :- Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah, presiding over a meeting, reviewed the ongoing wheat procurement campaign for 2026 and allowed small growers, registered under the scheme, to supply as much grain as they wish by waiving the five -bags-per-acre limit. He directed the food department to accelerate procurement, ensure immediate payments to […]
Big ideas, not resources, are needed to change the world: Maryam Nawaz
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has said that it is not large resources but big ideas that can change the world. In her message on the International Day of Creativity and Innovation, she said the purpose of this day is to encourage expanding thinking and adopting new ideas. She stressed that understanding the […]
Sindh govt’s new wheat policy to benefit small farmers: Sharjeel Memon
KARACHI :- Senior Sindh Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon has said that the removal of wheat sale limits and the abolition of the five-bag per acre condition is a major decision that will directly benefit small farmers. In his statement, Sharjeel Inam Memon said that farmers will now be able to sell their produce at government […]
President reaffirms role of Iqbal’s ideas in national life
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari reaffirmed the importance of bringing Iqbal’s ideas into national life and public conduct, saying true value of his concepts lies in their application in building a just and balanced society. In a message on Iqbal Day (21 April 2026), he said, “Today, we pay tribute to Allama Muhammad Iqbal, the […]
Pakistan secures $1bn from Saudi Arabia as second tranche of $3bn deposit
PSX opens strong as KSE-100 Index jumps over 2,000 points
KARACHI :The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX)’s benchmark index KSE-100 gained over 2,000 points during intraday trade on Tuesday, marking a recovery from yesterday’s losses. KSE-100 gained 2,161.14 points or 1.26 per cent to stand at 174,357.84 at 11:54am from the previous close of 172,196.70 points. Trading began on a positive note, with the index gaining […]
PSL 11: Two matches scheduled for today
KARACHI:Two matches are scheduled for today (Tuesday) in Pakistan Super League (PSL) Season 11. The first match will see Lahore Qalandars take on Quetta Gladiators at 2:30 PM at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. The second match of the day will be played between Peshawar Zalmi and Multan Sultans at 7:00 PM at National Stadium in […]
88th death anniversary of Allama Iqbal being observed today
LAHORE : The nation is observing his 86th death anniversary of Allama Muhammad Iqbal today (Tuesday) across the country to acknowledge his struggle and services for a separate homeland for the Muslims of the Subcontinent. Allama Muhammad Iqbal was born in Sialkot on November 9, 1877. He is also recognised as national poet, and known […]
US media says second round of talks likely to be held tomorrow
The US media has claimed that the second round of talks between the United States and Iran is expected to be held in Islamabad tomorrow (Wednesday). According to the US-based website Axios, citing three American sources, US Vice President JD Vance is expected to depart for Pakistan today (Tuesday), while the Iranian delegation is also likely to arrive […]
DPM emphasizes importance of continued dialogue
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar Monday spoke with Foreign Minister of Iran, Abbas Araghchi. DPM/FM emphasized the importance of continued dialogue and engagement at the earliest to resolve all pending issues, in order to promote regional peace and stability. Both agreed to remain closely engaged.