Islamabad:The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has expressed satisfaction over the increase in the budget of Pakistan’s Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP), while also calling for further enhancements to social assistance under the scheme. According to a private television channel, the IMF acknowledged the government’s decision to strengthen the BISP budget but emphasized the need for…
Providence, Rhode Island:A deadly shooting at the Ivy League Brown University during final examinations has left at least two people dead and eight others seriously injured, triggering panic across the campus. According to US authorities, the incident occurred inside the seven-storey Barus and Holley building, which houses the university’s engineering and physics departments, while students…
Islamabad: Pakistan is expected to announce a significant reduction in petroleum product prices, offering relief to consumers amid ongoing economic pressures. Official sources indicate that fuel prices could be lowered by up to Rs11 per litre, with a final decision due on December 15. According to local media reports, preliminary calculations prepared by the relevant…
Quetta: Law enforcement authorities in Balochistan have intensified operations against illegal border crossings, resulting in the arrest of thousands of suspects. During various operations, a total of 3,567 individuals involved in unauthorized border crossings were apprehended. Additionally, 89 cases have been registered this year against elements involved in hawala (informal money transfer) activities, according to…
Islamabad: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has reconstituted its political committee, officially issuing the notification, with former Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur notably excluded. The reconstitution came following instructions from PTI’s founding chairman, Imran Khan, to Salman Akram Raja to form a new political committee. The notification was issued with signatures of Salman Akram Raja…
Karachi: Gold prices in the domestic market have witnessed a significant jump once again. According to the All Pakistan Gems & Jewelers Association, the price of gold per tola increased by PKR 10,700, reaching PKR 454,262. Similarly, the price of 10 grams of gold rose by PKR 9,174, bringing it to PKR 389,456. In the…
By Muhammad Shahzad | Lahore, Pakistan LAHORE – Governance and legal experts have called on the Pakistani government to hold local government elections without further delay, stressing their importance for effective civic administration. Arshad Mahmood Mirza, Executive Director of Baidarie, stated that while the newly enacted Local Government Act 2025 requires several improvements, timely elections…
By Muhammad Shahzad | Lahore, Pakistan LAHORE – The government’s decision to allow the celebration of the Basant festival has been welcomed by interfaith and community leaders in Punjab. Senior Vice President of the National Peace Committee for Interfaith Harmony Punjab, Sadaqat Majeed, praised the festival, describing it as “a wonderful tradition” historically celebrated with…
By Farzana Chaudhry | Lahore, Pakistan LAHORE – The Centre for Integrated Mountain Research (CIMR) at Punjab University commemorated International Mountain Day 2025, emphasizing the urgent need to protect glacier ecosystems that support millions of people worldwide. Director of CIMR, Prof. Dr. Saima Siddiqui, welcomed guests, speakers, and participants, highlighting this year’s global theme: “Glaciers…
By Dr Ansab Ali | Lahore, Pakistan LAHORE – A “Communication Skills Workshop” held at Lahore General Hospital (LGH) highlighted the critical role of effective communication in delivering high-quality healthcare. Principal of Ameer-ud-Din Medical College (AMC), Prof. Dr. Farooq Afzal, emphasized that modern medical services cannot succeed without effective counseling and clear communication between physicians…
