Pakistan’s education spending hits Rs5.03 trillion as households outspend government: I-SAPS
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s total education spending has reached Rs5.03 trillion, with household contributions surpassing government investment for the first time in the country’s history, raising serious concerns over equity and access,…
CDA reviews solid waste management reforms, plans scientific landfill for Islamabad
ISLAMABAD, Jan 20, 2026: The Capital Development Authority (CDA) on Tuesday reviewed measures to improve the solid waste management system in Islamabad, with a focus on sustainable sanitation solutions, outsourcing…
Azma Bokhari dismisses viral makeup fund notification as fake
LAHORE: Punjab Information Minister Azma Zahid Bokhari has rejected a viral notification circulating on social media that claimed Rs. 4 crore had been sanctioned for the personal makeup expenses of…
U.S. Chargé d’Affaires highlights strength of U.S. Pakistan economic partnership during Sialkot visit
SIALKOT: U.S. Chargé d’Affaires to Pakistan Natalie A. Baker highlighted the strength of the U.S.-Pakistan economic partnership during a visit to Sialkot, praising the city’s business community and underscoring opportunities…
NUST hosts executive course for 53rd Common Training Programme officers
ISLAMABAD: The National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST) has launched a two-day executive training programme for probationary officers of the 53rd Common Training Programme (CTP) of the Civil Services…
Pakistan ambassador to UAE meets Pakistan Business Council Dubai delegation
DUBAI, Jan 20, 2026: Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates, Shafqat Ali Khan, met a delegation of the Pakistan Business Council Dubai (PBC) at the Consulate General of Pakistan…
Trump’s altered map posts trigger backlash from Canada, Denmark, and Venezuela
WASHINGTON: Former U.S. President Donald Trump has sparked international criticism after sharing digitally altered maps portraying Canada, Greenland, and Venezuela as part of U.S. territory, prompting swift reactions from foreign…
Maryam Nawaz’s Luxury Bag Sparks Debate at Son’s Wedding
Social media and several online posts have circulated reports that Maryam Nawaz was seen carrying a luxury handbag at her son **Junaid Safdar’s wedding that was widely described by users…
Cheaper imported phones ahead as Pakistan revises ‘PTA tax’ values
Pakistan’s decision to revise customs values for used imported mobile phones could soon make popular smartphones more affordable for buyers, while also tightening checks on under-invoicing and tax evasion. The…
Pakistan launches digital fuel tracking system to curb smuggling, boost transparency
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has rolled out a nationwide digital track-and-trace system for fuel distribution, aiming to curb smuggling, improve transparency, and strengthen oversight across the petroleum supply chain, officials from the…
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