Federal government moves to promote herbal medicine sector in Pakistan
Federal Health Minister Mustafa Kamal has said that herbal medicines are becoming increasingly important and that the government is working on a regulatory framework to support the sector in Pakistan.…
Poor sleep in childhood may increase risk of depression in adolescence, study finds
A new study suggests that children who experience consistently poor or insufficient sleep during their early years may face a higher risk of developing depression during adolescence. Researchers say establishing…
Over 2,300 children enrolled in Islamabad as ‘No Child Left Behind’ drive advances
ISLAMABAD, Jun 09 (ABC):Islamabad’s ‘No Child Left Behind’ initiative has enrolled 2,328 out-of-school children since its launch in March 2026, according to official documents. The campaign is part of a…
Trader concessions
The government’s Fixed Tax Asaan Scheme for traders with an annual turnover of up to Rs200 million has been presented as a pragmatic alternative to draw Pakistan’s vast informal retail…
PTI Rejects Gilgit-Baltistan Poll Results, Claims Win on Eight Seats
ISLAMABAD: Barrister Gohar Ali Khan has rejected the results of the Gilgit-Baltistan elections, alleging electoral irregularities and claiming that PTI-backed candidates had secured victories in eight constituencies. Speaking at a…
Israel announces halt to attacks on Iran after Trump’s ceasefire call
Israel has decided to suspend its ongoing air and military operations against Iran following a ceasefire call by U.S. President Donald Trump, according to international media reports. The move comes…
Iran announces halt to military operations against Israel
Iran's central military command, Khatam al-Anbiya Headquarters, has announced that military operations against Israel have been suspended for the time being, according to Iranian media reports. In a statement carried…
FBR plans action against non-filers displaying luxury lifestyles on social media
ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is preparing to launch a nationwide enforcement drive against non-filers who publicly display signs of wealth on social media but do not submit…
PPP emerges as largest party in Gilgit-Baltistan elections, independents hold key to government formation
GILGIT: The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) has emerged as the largest political party in the Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly elections, securing 10 of the 24 general seats, according to unofficial and preliminary…
Punjab plans to launch Pakistan’s first public e-bike rental service in Lahore
LAHORE: The Punjab government has approved plans to introduce Pakistan’s first public e-bike rental service, with Lahore selected as the pilot city for the environmentally friendly transportation initiative. Officials say…
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