LONDON / NEW YORK — Global crude oil prices tumbled sharply following the announcement of a halt to military operations in the Strait of Hormuz, as energy markets reacted swiftly to the prospect of restored supply flows through the critical waterway.According to market data, London Brent Crude fell by $6.97 per barrel, while US West…
TEHRAN — Iran has adopted a measured stance on the ongoing diplomatic standoff, announcing that it is carefully reviewing American proposals and will communicate its final position to Washington through Pakistan.Iranian Foreign Minister stated that Tehran is giving the matter thorough and detailed consideration, adding that the final position will be presented at an appropriate…
ISLAMABAD — Pakistan’s telecommunications sector is on the verge of a significant transformation as Pakistani Resources Group has signed a three-year international roaming agreement and initiated preparations to obtain a Virtual Mobile Network Operator (MVNO) license from the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) for the launch of its e-ZUMA SIM service backed by a US-based network.According…
CHARSADDA / ISLAMABAD — Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman has demanded the immediate arrest of those responsible for the killing of renowned religious scholar and former MPA Maulana Muhammad Idrees, announcing nationwide protest demonstrations on May 8 following Friday prayers.Maulana Fazlur Rehman visited the residence of the slain scholar in Charsadda to offer…
RAWALPINDI — Funeral prayers for Lieutenant Colonel Khalid Hussain Shaheed, a valiant officer of the Pakistan Army, were held at Chaklala Garrison, Rawalpindi. Prime Minister, Field Marshal, and senior civil and military leadership attended the solemn ceremony to pay their last respects to the fallen hero.According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Lieutenant Colonel Khalid…
ISLAMABAD — The Government of Pakistan has officially transferred the authority to collect levy on petroleum products to the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), marking a significant shift in the country’s energy taxation framework.According to FBR officials, all registered petrol stations purchasing petroleum products will now be required to submit complete details of their transactions…
ISLAMABAD — The Government of Pakistan has officially transferred the authority to collect levy on petroleum products to the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), marking a significant shift in the country’s energy taxation framework.According to FBR officials, all registered petrol stations purchasing petroleum products will now be required to submit complete details of their transactions…
By Dr Ansab Ali | Lahore, PakistanLAHORE: Inspector General of Police Punjab Abdul Kareem met with Intelligence Officer Mohsin Khalid at the Central Police Office, Lahore, to commend his remarkable achievement in the CSS examination.Mohsin Khalid secured the 2nd position nationwide and has been selected for the prestigious Pakistan Administrative Service (PAS). IG Punjab extended…
By Muhammad Shahzad | Lahore, PakistanLAHORE: A meeting of the Senate Standing Committee on Finance was held at the Parliament House under the chairmanship of Saleem Mandviwalla to review pre-budget proposals.President Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) Faheem Ur Rehman Saigol, along with presidents of major chambers from across the country, attended the session…
By Farzana Chaudhry | Lahore, PakistanLAHORE: Progress on the Chief Minister Punjab Local Roads Program is continuing steadily, with authorities reviewing developments on key infrastructure projects across the province.An important meeting was held under the chair of Provincial Minister for Communications & Works Malik Sohaib Ahmed Bharth, during which a detailed review of the rehabilitation…
