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The government compensates for the reduction in gasoline with an increase in taxes

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ISLAMABAD: The Federal Government has revised the prices of petroleum products, increasing kerosene rates while adjusting petroleum tax structures on petrol and high-speed diesel (HSD). According to official documents, kerosene prices have been increased by Rs 8.70 per liter, taking the new price to Rs 280.70 per liter from the previous rate of Rs 272. […]

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Shehbaz calls for a secure and resilient food system

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“Every individual should play a vital role in ensuring food security,” he added. ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif called on federal and provincial governments, farmers, universities, research institutes and every citizen to play their role in building a safe, resilient and nutritious food system. In a message to mark the World Food Safety Day observed

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Pak and Russia to cooperate on illegal immigration

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Both ministers agree that terrorist camps and drug production in Afghanistan ‘pose serious security challenges for the region’ ISLAMABAD: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi signed agreements with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Kolokoltsev on Saturday to strengthen cooperation on illegal immigration, repatriation of citizens residing illegally and the fight against narcotics. According to the Interior Ministry, the

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The government proposes social spending of Rs187.2 billion

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Proposes that the allocation to the social sector be increased to Rs187 billion from Rs147 billion in the current fiscal year. ISLAMABAD: The government has proposed a substantial increase in social sector spending in the next fiscal year, earmarking Rs 187.2 billion to support poverty reduction and sustainable development initiatives under the Sustainable Development Goals

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PTI and TTAP denounce JAAC ban, call for dialogue

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The Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) and the Tehreek-i-Tahaffuz-i-Aaeen-i-Pakistan (TTAP) on Saturday criticized the decision to declare the Jammu Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) a banned organisation, urging the authorities to resolve political differences through dialogue and constitutional means rather than coercive measures. The statements come a day after the Azad Jammu and Kashmir government declared

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Woman doctor injured in Quetta acid attack; suspect killed during confrontation

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A qualified female doctor was seriously injured when an assailant threw acid on her while she was on duty at the surgical ward of Sandeman Civil Hospital, the largest public health facility in Balochistan. The suspect fled the scene but was later killed in an exchange of gunfire with police, authorities said. Police say the

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Punjab steps up monsoon preparedness as authorities issue flood and safety alerts

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Lahore, Murree and GB on alert as authorities prepare for flooding, melting glaciers and water risks Vehicles move along a flooded road following monsoon rains and rising waters in Sialkot, Punjab province, Pakistan, August 27, 2025. PHOTO: REUTERS LAHORE: Authorities in Punjab and northern areas have stepped up preparations ahead of the monsoon season, with

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