In a major development, the federal cabinet has approved an 85 percent increase in the rental ceiling for government employees from BS-1 to BS-22, covering Islamabad and five major cities — Rawalpindi, Lahore, Karachi, Peshawar, and Quetta. The decision brings long-awaited relief to thousands of civil servants struggling with rising housing costs amid record inflation….
The Mera Ghar Mera Ashiana Scheme is Pakistan’s latest government-supported housing finance initiative, designed to help low and middle-income families buy or build their own homes easily. Through the Bank of Punjab (BOP), applicants can now access affordable home financing with minimal interest rates and flexible repayment options. If you’ve been dreaming of owning a…
Pakistan has assured the International Monetary Fund (IMF) that it will impose Rs. 200 billion worth of additional tax measures in January 2026 if revenue targets fall short or expenses exceed agreed limits in the first half of the fiscal year. The move is part of Islamabad’s efforts to keep the $7 billion IMF bailout…
The Punjab government is set to introduce the Child Marriage Restraint Act, establishing 18 years as the minimum legal age for marriage. The move aligns Punjab with Sindh and Islamabad, both of which already enforce similar laws. The announcement was made by Qaisar Mehmood, Divisional Coordinator of the Punjab Commission on the Status of Women,…
Despite Punjab government’s claims of combating smog with anti-smog guns and awareness campaigns, Lahore continues to battle toxic air pollution, recording the worst Air Quality Index (AQI) in the world on Friday morning. According to IQAir, Lahore’s AQI reached a staggering 443, classifying its air as “hazardous” — far beyond the World Health Organization (WHO)…
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has officially released the schedule of solar and lunar eclipses expected to occur in 2026.According to the department, two solar and two lunar eclipses will take place during the year, though not all will be visible from Pakistan. ☀️ First Solar Eclipse — February 17, 2026 The first solar eclipse…
The Sindh High Court (SHC) has received a petition challenging the e-challan system currently enforced in Karachi. The case, filed by the Pakistan Markazi Muslim League (PMML), argues that the system unfairly penalizes citizens amid the city’s deteriorating road infrastructure and lack of basic civic facilities. The petition, reported by ARY News, names the Chief…
The Punjab government has announced a public holiday for all subordinate (lower) courts across the province on November 1, 2025, in light of the Punjab Bar Council elections taking place the same day. According to the official notification, the decision aims to ensure the smooth conduct of the elections and allow lawyers across Punjab to…
The global gaming monitor brand KOORUI is officially entering the Pakistani market, bringing its popular lineup of budget-friendly, high-performance displays to local consumers. The news was shared by the Pakistani PC Gamers (PPG) community, confirming that KOORUI products will soon be available for sale in Pakistan, backed by an 18-month official warranty for peace of…
Motorists across Pakistan should brace for another hike in petroleum product prices as the government prepares to revise rates for the next fortnight, effective November 1, 2025. Preliminary calculations suggest that petrol, diesel, and kerosene prices are expected to increase slightly, driven by ongoing fluctuations in global oil prices and the impact of new US…
