Aftab MakenISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) on Wednesday concluded hearings on the quarterly tariff adjustment sought by distribution companies (DISCOs) and K-Electric, with the federal government proposing a Rs0.45 per unit increase in electricity prices for the next three months. The authority, chaired by Waseem Mukhtar, reserved …
Read More »Committee to review liabilities, pension costs of PTV, PBC, APP, SRBC
Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: The federal government has moved to address the mounting financial and pension-related challenges of state-run media entities under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MoIB). According to an official meeting notice dated November 4, 2025, a sub-committee has been formed to evaluate the pending liabilities and employee …
Read More »PM&DC upholds old exam rules for 2024–25 students
Aftab Maken The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PM&DC) has clarified that no retrospective changes will be made to the attendance or passing mark requirements for MBBS and BDS students already enrolled in the 2024–25 academic session. In a notification issued on November 3, 2025, following its Council meeting held …
Read More »Pakistan begin cautious chase against S Africa
BeNewz Report The first One-Day International (ODI) between Pakistan and South Africa is underway at Iqbal Stadium, Faisalabad, as part of South Africa’s 2025 tour of Pakistan. Batting first, South Africa set a target of 264 runs for Pakistan after scoring 263 in their allotted 50 overs. In reply, Pakistan …
Read More »Snowfall continues in Kaghan, Naran & Babusar Top; Rain hits twin cities
BeNewz Report The scenic valleys of Kaghan, Naran, and Babusar Top are experiencing continuous snowfall, turning the region into a winter landscape and bringing a sharp drop in temperature. According to the district administration, up to 6 inches of snow has been recorded so far at Babusar Top, prompting the …
Read More »Trade deficit widens 38% as imports surge, exports decline
Aftab Maken Pakistan’s trade deficit widened by 38% during the first four months of the current fiscal year (July–October 2025–26), according to data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). The deficit rose to $12.58 billion, compared to $9.11 billion in the same period last year — an increase …
Read More »Pakistan, South Africa set for 1st ODI clash in Faisalabad today
Aftab Maken The first match of the three-match ODI series between Pakistan and South Africa will be played today at Iqbal Stadium, Faisalabad, starting at 3 p.m. The fixture marks the opening game of South Africa’s tour of Pakistan 2025, which cricket fans across the country have been eagerly anticipating. …
Read More »Punjab Boards announce matric exam schedule for 2026
BeNewz Report All educational boards across Punjab have officially released the schedule for the 2026 matriculation (SSC) annual examinations, announcing that the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) Part I and Part II exams will commence on March 3, 2026. According to the Boards of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISEs), all candidates …
Read More »Over 4,100 drivers fined in Karachi within 24 hours
Most e-challans issued for not wearing seatbelts; DIG warns strict action against traffic violations BeNewz Report KARACHI: The city’s traffic police issued 4,136 e-challans within 24 hours to motorists violating traffic laws across Karachi, according to an official report released on Saturday night. The majority of violations were recorded for …
Read More »Telecom firms’ petitions dismissed, CCP’s authority upheld
IHC rules Competition Commission has full powers across all economic sectors Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has dismissed petitions filed by several telecom companies against the Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP), reaffirming that the commission possesses complete authority to conduct inquiries and take action across all sectors …
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