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Govt Announces Scholarships for Employees’ Children
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The federal government has announced scholarships for employees’ children for the academic year 2025-26. According to a notification from the Establishment Division, the program applies…
Govt to Revise Policy on Tax Deduction on Cash Sales
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The federal government has proposed a major change to the policy governing tax deduction on cash sales, raising the limit from Rs200,000 to Rs2.5 million…
Govt Plans Fresh Android App as Citizens Portal Faces Technical Woes
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The Pakistan Citizen’s Portal has faced major technical disruptions for Android users, prompting the federal government to develop a new version of the app now…
Cabinet Reverses Decision to Dissolve NITB
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ISLAMABAD: The federal cabinet has reversed its earlier decision to dissolve the National Information Technology Board (NITB). The board will now continue to operate under…
Govt Confirms 7% Pension Increase From This Date
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The Finance Division has formally announced a 7% pension increase, effective from July 1, 2025, for all civil pensioners of the Federal Government, including armed…
Govt Confirms Utility Stores Shutdown Date
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The Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif-led federal government has finalized plans to shut down the Utility Stores Corporation (USC), the country’s public retail network, by July…
Govt Eases Pension Rules for Re-Employed Workers
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The federal government has approved a measure allowing re-employed pensioners to receive their pensions while also drawing a salary, provided the salary is reduced by…
Pakistan Showcases Mining Potential to US Firms
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Federal Minister for Energy Ali Pervaiz Malik on Wednesday called on American investors to explore Pakistan’s mining potential through joint ventures and public-private partnerships, underscoring…
Govt Launches Digital Loans for Farmers in Pakistan
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The federal government has unveiled a major agricultural reform by launching digital loans for farmers in Pakistan, offering unsecured loans of up to Rs1 million…
Govt to Phase Out Manual Electricity Meter Readers
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LAHORE: In a major move to tackle overbilling and enhance transparency in the power sector, the federal government is set to phase out manual electricity…
Pakistan Visa Policy for Foreign Newborns Relaxed
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ISLAMABAD: In a major administrative development, the federal government has simplified the Pakistan visa policy for foreign newborns, easing bureaucratic procedures for diplomats and foreign…
Body Formed as Govt Confirms No Fuel Shortfall Amid Israel-Iran War
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The government has confirmed there is no fuel shortfall in Pakistan despite the escalating Israel-Iran war. In a proactive move, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has…
IMF Raises Concerns Over Rs344Bn in Unapproved Govt Grants
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ISLAMABAD: The International Monetary Fund has raised concerns over the federal government’s disbursement of Rs344 billion in grants to multiple sectors without obtaining approval from…
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