SC issues notices in Imran Khan meeting case; Salman Akram Raja rejects militancy claim
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court on Thursday issued notices to all respondents in a contempt of court case concerning alleged non-implementation of orders related to meetings with Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan in Adiala Jail, while adjourning further proceedings after seeking replies within three weeks. A three-member bench headed by Justice Muhammad Ali Mazhar, and […]
‘Good news’: Govt hints at reducing petroleum prices following US-Iran deal
Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik has said that the government is expected to announce “good news” regarding a possible reduction in petroleum product prices. “We will bring good news regarding a reduction in petroleum prices,” the minister said while speaking with Geo News, acknowledging that the public had already faced difficulties due to regional […]
Sindh CM presents Rs3.56tr budget, seeks 7% hike in salaries
KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah presented the provincial budget for the financial year 2026-27 in the Sindh Assembly on Wednesday, proposing a 7% increase in salaries and pensions for provincial government employees. Delivering his budget speech, CM Murad expressed gratitude for presenting Sindh’s budget for the 12th time. During the budget session, opposition […]
Oil slips again after landmark US-Iran agreement
Islamabad : Oil prices fell in early trading on Thursday after the US and Iran signed an interim agreement that would end the Iran war, reopen the Strait of Hormuz and waive US sanctions on Tehran’s oil, resolving the largest energy supply disruption in history. Brent crude futures were down 89 cents, or 1.12%, at […]
Rawalpindi, Lahore announce foolproof security, traffic plan for Muharram
Islamabad : As Muharram-ul-Haram commences today, authorities across Punjab have rolled out extensive security and traffic arrangements to ensure peaceful observance of religious gatherings and processions. Law enforcement agencies have placed the province on high alert for the entire Ashura period, with tens of thousands of personnel deployed and strict monitoring mechanisms activated. According to […]
Turkish Defence Delegation Visits NDMA, Lauds Pakistan’s Disaster Management
A Turkish defence delegation visited the headquarters of the National Disaster Management Authority in Islamabad on Wednesday, where it was briefed on Pakistan’s disaster preparedness framework, early warning mechanisms and institutional response capacity. Briefing on early warning and NEOC capabilities During the visit, officials of the National Disaster Management Authority presented a detailed briefing on […]
Sindh cabinet approves budget, CM Murad Ali Shah promises expanded development push
KARACHI: The Sindh cabinet has approved the provincial budget under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah during a meeting. According to details, the cabinet formally gave approval to the budget, while participants also appreciated the chief minister’s efforts for record development work across the province. Speaking on the occasion, Chief Minister Murad Ali […]
Four independents join Aleem Khan’s IPP in Gilgit-Baltistan
GILGIT: At least four independent winners from Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly elections on Tuesday joined Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party, announcing the decision during a meeting with Federal Minister for Communications and IPP President Abdul Aleem Khan. The newly-joined members include Anwar Ali from GBA-23 Ghanche-2, Asad Shafiq from GBA-24 Ghanche-3, Muhammad Dilpazeer from GBA-15 Diamer-1, and Aman Ali from […]
Oil slides on Iran supply prospects as traders wait on Warsh
Tumbling crude prices on news that Iranian fuel may soon hit global markets promised inflation relief and pushed bond yields lower on Wednesday, while stocks and currencies were quieter ahead of Kevin Warsh’s debut meeting as Federal Reserve chair. Brent crude futures dived below $80 to the lowest since the opening salvos of the US-Iran […]
DPM Dar says Pakistan facilitating repatriation of 30 Iranian nationals
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said that Pakistan is facilitating the repatriation of 30 Iranian nationals who are expected to transit through Karachi in the “coming days”. “Pakistan is pleased to facilitate the repatriation of 30 Iranian nationals,” DPM Dar posted on X. https://googleads.g.doubleclick.net/pagead/ads?client=ca-pub-7369466212570555&output=html&h=280&slotname=8075379877&adk=1227072205&adf=3006478176&pi=t.ma~as.8075379877&abgtt=6&w=336&lmt=1781684985&format=336×280&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.geo.tv%2Flatest%2F669091-dpm-dar-says-pakistan-facilitating-repatriation-of-30-iranian-nationals&uach=WyJXaW5kb3dzIiwiMTAuMC4wIiwieDg2IiwiIiwiMTQ4LjAuNzc3OC4xNzkiLG51bGwsMCxudWxsLCI2NCIsW1siQ2hyb21pdW0iLCIxNDguMC43Nzc4LjE3OSJdLFsiR29vZ2xlIENocm9tZSIsIjE0OC4wLjc3NzguMTc5Il0sWyJOb3QvQSlCcmFuZCIsIjk5LjAuMC4wIl1dLDBd&dt=1781684985041&bpp=117&bdt=383&idt=429&shv=r20260611&mjsv=m202606120101&ptt=9&saldr=aa&abxe=1&cookie=ID%3D12125059e5317604%3AT%3D1778400485%3ART%3D1781684843%3AS%3DALNI_MawFeKY3aFs2hFMEw1XvrZla2pGCw&gpic=UID%3D00001378d366e778%3AT%3D1778400485%3ART%3D1781684843%3AS%3DALNI_MbcZBtSvdVy5MbZLyQ1kVE6d2G_gA&eo_id_str=ID%3Deb3821d76a064ee1%3AT%3D1778400485%3ART%3D1781684843%3AS%3DAA-AfjaivUcZHRhKyurwDczBgpFr&prev_fmts=0x0&nras=1&correlator=5275445605673&frm=20&pv=1&u_tz=300&u_his=1&u_h=900&u_w=1600&u_ah=860&u_aw=1600&u_cd=32&u_sd=1&dmc=8&adx=435&ady=1022&biw=1585&bih=773&scr_x=0&scr_y=0&eid=31099150%2C95390278%2C95393485%2C95340252%2C95340254&oid=2&pvsid=4851277995179611&tmod=1587692669&uas=0&nvt=1&ref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.geo.tv%2F&fc=1920&brdim=0%2C0%2C0%2C0%2C1600%2C0%2C0%2C0%2C1600%2C773&vis=1&rsz=m%7C%7CeEbr%7C&abl=CS&pfx=0&fu=0&bc=31&bz=0&ifi=2&uci=a!2&btvi=1&fsb=1&dtd=454 “This includes 8 Iranian fishermen rescued at sea […]