Pakistan’s proposed Auto Policy 2026–31, designed to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs), has reportedly been shelved after local car manufacturers raised objections, forcing the government to restart the policy-making process. The Ministry of Industries and Production had prepared a new auto policy after consulting stakeholders, with a strong focus on promoting electric mobility...
President Asif Ali Zardari has approved the conferment of the Nishan-e-Imtiaz (Military) on General Syed Aamer Raza, the newly appointed Commander of Pakistan’s National Strategic Command, in recognition of his distinguished military service. The announcement was made through a statement issued by the Presidency and shared on the president’s official X account. General Aamer Raza...
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed authorities to make the newly established federal government-operated National Central Data Center, Sky 47, available to all federal institutions, describing it as a key step towards improving digital governance and reducing public sector costs. Chairing a meeting on digital transformation, the prime minister also ordered the National Digital Commission...
At least eight people were killed after the roof of a house collapsed in Lahore’s Harbanspura area late Wednesday, triggering a major rescue operation and prompting authorities to launch an investigation into the cause of the incident. Lahore Deputy Commissioner Retired Capt. Muhammad Ali Ijaz confirmed the death toll, saying rescue efforts continued throughout the...
The appointment of 19 additional judges to four of Pakistan’s high courts remains on hold as President Asif Ali Zardari has yet to grant assent to the Judicial Commission of Pakistan’s recommendations, triggering concern within legal and government circles. The Judicial Commission of Pakistan (JCP), headed by Chief Justice Yahya Afridi, approved the nominations for...
The federal government has unveiled a nationwide monsoon preparedness plan aimed at improving disaster response and minimizing the impact of heavy rains and flooding during the ongoing monsoon season. Speaking at a high-level meeting, Climate Change and Environmental Coordination Minister Musadik Malik stressed that effective disaster management depends on preparedness, coordination, and timely action rather...
The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) has approved a Rs 98 billion subsidy package to reduce borrowing costs for exporters and stimulate Pakistan’s export sector after overseas shipments declined by 6% in the last fiscal year. Chaired by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, the ECC endorsed three major export support initiatives, including an enhanced Export Finance Scheme...
Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah will undertake an official visit to Pakistan from July 28 to 29 at the invitation of Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, the Foreign Office announced on Monday. The visit is expected to strengthen bilateral relations further and enhance cooperation between the two countries. According...
An Australian federal court has upheld a ruling that Senator Pauline Hanson racially discriminated against Greens Senator Mehreen Faruqi by telling her to “go back to Pakistan.” Australia’s Federal Court has unanimously rejected an appeal by far-right One Nation leader Pauline Hanson, upholding an earlier ruling that found she racially discriminated against Greens Senator Mehreen...
The federal government has decided to import one million tonnes of wheat on an urgent basis to address growing supply shortages and stabilize flour prices across the country. The decision was made after consultations between the federal government and provincial authorities, who reviewed wheat availability, market prices and consumer demand. Officials also agreed to immediately...