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Pakistan has dropped four positions in the Global Peace Index 2025, ranking 144th out of 163 countries. The latest findings place Pakistan among the 20 least peaceful nations in the world, according to the Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP) report. The annual Global Peace Index ranking of countries measures nations based on safety, security,…
Pakistan and China have taken another step forward in their long-standing economic partnership. In high-level meetings held in Beijing, Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, met with Dr. Pan Gongsheng, Governor of the People’s Bank of China (PBOC), and Mr. Liao Lin, Chairman of the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China…
A Historic PKR 100 Million Commitment Jazz, JazzCash, and Mobilink Bank have pledged PKR 100 million to support flood relief and rehabilitation in Pakistan. The initiative provides urgent aid and long-term recovery, making it a key private-sector flood response. Free Telecom and Digital Services for Flood-Hit Families Jazz will offer free telecom services, while JazzCash…
The government has introduced a new car import policy in Pakistan that places a 40% tariff on commercial imports of used cars. This decision, effective from September 2025, is part of commitments made under the IMF bailout program. While the policy aims to protect the local auto industry, consumers may not experience immediate relief in…
Punjab has emerged as the biggest borrower among all provinces, as it secured a massive Rs. 405 billion loan in just 38 days under the leadership of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz. The borrowing spree, covering the period from July 1 to August 8, 2025, highlights Punjab’s heavy reliance on the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP)….
The Prime Minister’s Laptop Scheme (Phase-II) has come under serious scrutiny after the Public Accounts Committee’s (PAC) subcommittee uncovered a shocking irregularity.Audit officials disclosed that over 1,000 free laptops meant for students went missing, triggering serious concerns about accountability and transparency in the program. PAC Audit Report Exposes Irregularities Audit officials reported that 1,011 laptops…
The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has upgraded Islamabad’s waste collection system with a new model. It is introducing stricter rules, modern bins, and international-standard services to keep the capital city cleaner. This initiative aims to bring Islamabad closer to global standards of cleanliness and sanitation. CDA Waste Management Islamabad: A New Era CDA Chairman and…