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In address to federal cabinet, premier says national interest is guiding principle of government’s decision-making
Blackmail under Guise of Dialogue Will Not be Tolerated: P.M. Sharif
In address to federal cabinet, premier says national interest is guiding principle of government’s decision-making
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December 24, 2025 at 8:25 AM
In address to federal cabinet, premier says national interest is guiding principle of government’s decision-making
I.T. minister says auction will improve 3G and 4G services and enable the launch of 5G services in the country
ECC Approves Process for 600 MHz Spectrum Auction
I.T. minister says auction will improve 3G and 4G services and enable the launch of 5G services in the country
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December 24, 2025 at 7:07 AM
I.T. minister says auction will improve 3G and 4G services and enable the launch of 5G services in the country
Finance minister says successful privatization will boost investor confidence, highlight Pakistan’s commitment to economic reforms
Arif Habib Wins PIA Bid with Rs. 135bn
Finance minister says successful privatization will boost investor confidence, highlight Pakistan’s commitment to economic reforms
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December 24, 2025 at 5:34 AM
Finance minister says successful privatization will boost investor confidence, highlight Pakistan’s commitment to economic reforms
Court has recommended formation of full bench to examine new law
LHC Suspends Implementation of Punjab Property Ordinance
Court recommends formation of full bench to examine new law
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December 23, 2025 at 8:38 AM
Court has recommended formation of full bench to examine new law
Purchase entails several JF-17 fighter jets and Super Mushak trainer aircraft
Pakistan Inks $4bn Deal to Sell Arms to Libyan National Army
Purchase entails several JF-17 fighter jets and Super Mushak trainer aircraft
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December 23, 2025 at 7:52 AM
Purchase entails several JF-17 fighter jets and Super Mushak trainer aircraft
TTAP says it will mark Feb. 8, 2026 as black day, with plans for nationwide protests demanding restoration of Constitution and accountability
Opposition Alliance Calls for Urgent Steps to Protect Citizens’ Rights
TTAP says it will mark Feb. 8, 2026 as black day with nationwide protests demanding constitutional restoration, accountability
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December 22, 2025 at 9:27 AM
TTAP says it will mark Feb. 8, 2026 as black day, with plans for nationwide protests demanding restoration of Constitution and accountability
In statement, ISPR says award recognizes CDF chief’s role in strengthening defense cooperation, linkages between two countries
Saudi Arabia Confers ‘Highest National Honor’ Upon Field Marshal Asim Munir
In statement, ISPR says award recognizes CDF chief’s role in strengthening defense cooperation, linkages between two countries
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December 22, 2025 at 7:56 AM
In statement, ISPR says award recognizes CDF chief’s role in strengthening defense cooperation, linkages between two countries
Three prospective buyers remain, with government requiring two-thirds of winning bid to be submitted within 90 days
Bidding for PIA Privatization to Take Place Tomorrow
Three prospective buyers remain, with government requiring two-thirds of winning bid to be submitted within 90 days
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December 22, 2025 at 6:44 AM
Three prospective buyers remain, with government requiring two-thirds of winning bid to be submitted within 90 days
NEPRA has announced new rules for net metering users, barring them from selling excess electricity to other consumers and from generating more electricity than their load capacity
NEPRA Unveils New Rules for Net Metering Users
Users barred from selling excess electricity to other consumers and from generating more electricity than their load capacity
thestandard.com.pk
December 20, 2025 at 7:42 AM
NEPRA has announced new rules for net metering users, barring them from selling excess electricity to other consumers and from generating more electricity than their load capacity
Accountability court has also imposed fines of Rs. 16.4 million on both the former prime minister and his wife
Imran Khan, Bushra Sentenced to Cumulative 17 Years in Toshakhana-II Case
Accountability court has also imposed fines of Rs. 16.4 million on both the former prime minister and his wife
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December 20, 2025 at 6:28 AM
Accountability court has also imposed fines of Rs. 16.4 million on both the former prime minister and his wife
In briefing to foreign envoys, foreign minister warns Delhi’s actions can trigger a severe humanitarian crisis
India’s Manipulation of Water Threatens Pakistan’s Food and Economic Security: Dar
In briefing to foreign envoys, foreign minister warns Delhi’s actions can trigger a severe humanitarian crisis
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December 19, 2025 at 11:33 AM
In briefing to foreign envoys, foreign minister warns Delhi’s actions can trigger a severe humanitarian crisis
Government envisages Panda Bond program at around $1 billion, with inaugural tranche planned at equivalent of $250 million
Pakistan Targets Inaugural Issuance of Panda Bond for January
Government envisages Panda Bond program at around $1 billion, with inaugural tranche planned at equivalent of $250 million
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December 19, 2025 at 10:42 AM
Government envisages Panda Bond program at around $1 billion, with inaugural tranche planned at equivalent of $250 million
Backed by Pakistan, the resolution supporting inalienable right of peoples facing colonialism, alien domination and foreign occupation was adopted by consensus
U.N. General Assembly Adopts Resolution Reaffirming Right to Self-Determination
Pakistan backs resolution supporting inalienable right of peoples facing colonialism, alien domination and foreign occupation
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December 19, 2025 at 7:56 AM
Backed by Pakistan, the resolution supporting inalienable right of peoples facing colonialism, alien domination and foreign occupation was adopted by consensus
U.N. report states that the arrest of Sultan Aziz Azzam, among others, has degraded group’s capability to operate freely on both sides of the border
Islamic State-Khorasan Spokesperson Arrested by Pakistani Authorities: U.N.
Report states the arrest of Sultan Aziz Azzam, among others, has degraded group’s capability
thestandard.com.pk
December 19, 2025 at 7:11 AM
U.N. report states that the arrest of Sultan Aziz Azzam, among others, has degraded group’s capability to operate freely on both sides of the border
IHC ruling directs law ministry to de-notify judge, stating he possessed an invalid degree at the time of his appointment and confirmation as judge
IHC Orders Removal of Justice Jahangiri over Invalid LLB Degree
Ruling directs law ministry to de-notify judge stating he possessed an invalid degree at the time of his appointment and confirmation as judge
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December 18, 2025 at 11:33 AM
IHC ruling directs law ministry to de-notify judge, stating he possessed an invalid degree at the time of his appointment and confirmation as judge
In weekly press briefing, the Foreign Office spokesperson has said India is reigniting a ‘water war’ by varying flow of water into Chenab River without prior notice or data sharing
U.N. Report Supports Pakistan’s Stance on Terror Groups in Afghanistan: Foreign Office
Spokesperson says India reigniting ‘water war’ by varying flow of water into Chenab River without prior notice or data sharing
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December 18, 2025 at 10:22 AM
In weekly press briefing, the Foreign Office spokesperson has said India is reigniting a ‘water war’ by varying flow of water into Chenab River without prior notice or data sharing
As part of commitments to transporters, authorities have agreed to abolish FIRs registered against them and reduced fines imposed under new traffic ordinance
Goods Transporters End Strike on Assurances of Authorities
Government agrees to abolish FIRs against transporters, reduce fines
thestandard.com.pk
December 18, 2025 at 6:55 AM
As part of commitments to transporters, authorities have agreed to abolish FIRs registered against them and reduced fines imposed under new traffic ordinance
Business leaders urge government to intervene and resolve situation to prevent further impact on the economy
Import, Export Cargo at Standstill amidst Transporters’ Strike
Business leaders urge government to intervene and resolve situation to prevent further impact on the economy
thestandard.com.pk
December 17, 2025 at 8:35 AM
Business leaders urge government to intervene and resolve situation to prevent further impact on the economy
Party alleges police used ‘chemical-laced water cannons’ and maintains there was no justification for the police action
Police Again Use Water Cannons to Disperse PTI Sit-in near Adiala Jail
Party alleges police used ‘chemical-laced water cannons’ and maintains there was no justification for the police action
thestandard.com.pk
December 17, 2025 at 7:45 AM
Party alleges police used ‘chemical-laced water cannons’ and maintains there was no justification for the police action
During interview with Sky News, Imran Khan’s sons have claimed they are planning to visit Pakistan in January and have urged the international community to ensure their father’s rights are upheld
‘We’re now Worried We’ll Never See him Again’
Imran Khan’s sons claim they are planning to visit Pakistan in January and urged international community to ensure their father’s rights are protected
thestandard.com.pk
December 17, 2025 at 6:22 AM
During interview with Sky News, Imran Khan’s sons have claimed they are planning to visit Pakistan in January and have urged the international community to ensure their father’s rights are upheld
In an advisory warning of a 'super flu' this winter season, the National Institute of Health has urged the public to opt for vaccination and provincial health departments to boost preparedness measures
NIH Issues ‘Super Flu’ Advisory as Cases Rise across Pakistan
Advisory urges provinces to boost preparedness measures, public to opt for vaccination to avoid illness
thestandard.com.pk
December 16, 2025 at 10:38 AM
In an advisory warning of a 'super flu' this winter season, the National Institute of Health has urged the public to opt for vaccination and provincial health departments to boost preparedness measures
Petrol price remains unchanged, according to Petroleum Division announcement
Government Reduces Diesel Price by Rs. 14/Liter for Next Fortnight
Petrol price remains unchanged, according to Petroleum Division announcement
thestandard.com.pk
December 16, 2025 at 7:13 AM
Petrol price remains unchanged, according to Petroleum Division announcement
Central bank cites within-target inflation, signs of strengthening economic activity for decision to reduce interest rate to 10.5%
State Bank of Pakistan Cuts Policy Rate by 50 Basis Points
Central bank cites within-target inflation, signs of strengthening economic activity for decision to reduce interest rate to 10.5%
thestandard.com.pk
December 15, 2025 at 12:21 PM
Central bank cites within-target inflation, signs of strengthening economic activity for decision to reduce interest rate to 10.5%
The Competition Appellate Tribunal has upheld a 2010 Competition Commission of Pakistan ruling against the Pakistan Poultry Association, directing it to deposit a reduced Rs. 25 million fine within 15 days
Tribunal Upholds CCP Order in Poultry Cartel Case
Pakistan Poultry Association directed to deposit Rs. 25 million fine within 15 days of receipt of order
thestandard.com.pk
December 15, 2025 at 8:16 AM
The Competition Appellate Tribunal has upheld a 2010 Competition Commission of Pakistan ruling against the Pakistan Poultry Association, directing it to deposit a reduced Rs. 25 million fine within 15 days
Pakistan Ulema Council Chairman Tahir Ashrafi has said religious scholars on both sides of border desire peace and warned of resistance against any attempt to malign Pakistan’s armed forces
Pakistan Ulema Council Urges Kabul to Implement Clerics’ Resolution
Tahir Ashrafi says religious scholars on both sides of border desire peace and warns of resistance to any attempt to malign Pakistan’s armed forces
thestandard.com.pk
December 15, 2025 at 7:54 AM
Pakistan Ulema Council Chairman Tahir Ashrafi has said religious scholars on both sides of border desire peace and warned of resistance against any attempt to malign Pakistan’s armed forces