Punjab has implemented a strict zero-tolerance policy against bribery, misconduct, and abuse of authority within the Punjab Enforcement and Regulator Authority (PERA), marking a significant move toward cleaner and more transparent governance. The new policy is designed to improve public service delivery, ensure fair treatment of citizens, and hold enforcement officers fully accountable for their

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto arrived in Islamabad for a historic two-day official visit, marking his first trip to Pakistan. He was warmly received at Nur Khan Airbase by President Arif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, with a ceremonial 21-gun salute honoring his arrival. The visit follows an invitation extended by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has urged Pakistan to simplify its tax system ahead of the fiscal year 2026-27 budget, according to official documents cited by ARY News. The Fund has recommended that the reforms be implemented by May 2026, focusing on reducing tax exemptions across various sectors, lowering special regimes, and minimizing heavy withholding and advance taxes.

An internal inquiry into Pakistan Railways has uncovered that the organization paid over Rs 110 million in fraudulent electricity bills, raising serious concerns about financial oversight and internal controls. The investigation revealed that inflated bills were approved and cleared without proper verification of actual electricity consumption, with responsibility being attributed to senior

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has launched a nationwide crackdown on illegal LoRaWAN networks, declaring all unlicensed devices and operations unlawful. LoRaWAN, a long-range, low-power wireless protocol, is widely used to connect Internet of Things (IoT) devices across large distances. The PTA emphasized that this enforcement aims to protect Pakistan’s rapidly growing IoT

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has approved an increase in the maximum reward for Inland Revenue officials, raising the ceiling from 18 to 24 salaries for meritorious performance. The decision was made during the third meeting of the FBR Board-in-Council for fiscal year 2025-26, held at FBR Headquarters in Islamabad under the chairmanship of the FBR Chairman. Senior board members attended

The Punjab government has announced that newborns will now be registered with the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) on the day of birth. Under this initiative, all children born in public and private hospitals across the province will receive immediate registration in collaboration with the Health Department and NADRA, aiming for faster and more efficient documentation.

The Pakistan Navy has seized 1,500 kilograms of hashish valued at nearly $3 million during a maritime patrol in the Arabian Sea, marking one of its major anti-narcotics operations this year.

The Sindh Police, led by IG Sindh Ghulam Nabi Memon, is moving forward with the implementation of a faceless e-ticketing system across the province. In a review meeting held in Karachi, officials outlined plans to launch the system in seven districts during the first phase, including Thatta, Khairpur, Benazirabad, Mirpurkhas, Tando Muhammad Khan, and Larkana.

Google’s Year in Search 2025 reveals the topics that captured Pakistan’s attention throughout the year, showing strong interest in cricket, television entertainment, and rapidly advancing technology. Cricket once again led the search charts, with major tournaments like the Pakistan Super League and key international matches against India and South Africa dominating online activity.