Punjab Assembly Declares Agricultural Tax Notification Invalid, Cites Constitutional Authority
Lawmakers in the house welcomed the ruling, responding with desk thumping in approval
April 21, 2026
Pakistan news
Baltistan Calls for Banking Reforms and Decentralised Loan System to Improve Credit Access
Despite these issues, officials acknowledged that Baltistan maintains a relatively low non-performing loan ratio, suggesting strong repayment behaviour among borrowers
April 21, 2026
Pakistan Prepares IMF-Aligned Federal Budget With Limited Relief Measures
The government also intends to gradually relax foreign exchange restrictions as part of broader economic reforms aimed at improving investor confidence and easing financial flows
April 21, 2026
Pakistan Federal Debt Surges Rs. 15 Trillion in Two Years, SBP Data Reveals
The increase in debt comes amid ongoing fiscal challenges, including high debt servicing costs, limited revenue generation, and widening budget deficits
April 20, 2026
Australia Praises Pakistan Role in US-Iran Talks, Stresses Peaceful Diplomacy
During the call, Penny Wong appreciated Pakistan’s commitment to promoting diplomacy and peaceful resolution of conflicts
April 20, 2026
Trump Told Asim Munir He Would Consider Advice on Strait of Hormuz During Iran Talks
The source said discussions touched on the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz, where ongoing disruptions and restrictions have raised concerns about global energy flows and regional stability
April 20, 2026
Energy Crisis Claim: Wind, Thar Coal Underused as Pakistan Industry Shifts to Solar
The statement also claims that Pakistan’s industrial sector has sanctioned electricity demand of around 22,000 megawatts, but only a small portion is currently being used
April 19, 2026
JD Vance, Steve Witkoff Reportedly Expected in Islamabad for High-Stakes US Deal Talks
Amid the reported high-level diplomatic activity, authorities have allegedly suspended public transport and heavy goods movement in Islamabad and Rawalpindi
April 19, 2026