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Powerful Passports List Released

Henley & Partners has released the latest list of the world’s Powerful Passports for July to December 2026, and Singapore has again taken the top position.The new ranking shows a strong rise for several Asian countries. Singapore now holds the most powerful passport in the world, as its citizens...

Supreme Court Rules on Bride’s Jewellery

Pakistan’s Supreme Court has delivered an important ruling to protect the property rights of married women. The Bride’s Jewelry Verdict makes it clear that jewelry received by a bride during marriage belongs only to her.The court rejected an appeal filed by a husband and upheld the Lahore High Court’s...

Pakistani Freelancers Set New Earnings Record

Lahore: Pakistani freelancers have delivered a major boost to the national economy by earning more than $1.6 billion during the first 11 months of the financial year. The milestone highlights the fast growth of Pakistan’s digital workforce and its increasing role in global online markets.Pakistani freelancers' earnings have now...

Sindh Unveils Big Taxi Scheme After Pink Scooties

Sindh Information Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon has announced that the provincial government will introduce a Sindh Taxi Scheme with a special focus on women passengers and drivers.He shared the update while speaking in the Sindh Assembly and linked the new plan with the government’s wider effort to improve women’s...

Pak App Brings Government Services Closer

Islamabad: The National IT Board has introduced the Pak App for residents of Islamabad, bringing a range of public services into a single digital space.The initiative aims to make government services faster, simpler, and easier to reach. Citizens can now use their phones to explore essential services without moving...

Strict Iraq Rules for Pakistani Pilgrims

Pakistan has issued fresh guidance for pilgrims planning religious travel to Iraq, urging them to follow the latest Iraq Travel Rules without exception.The Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony shared the instructions with pilgrims and organizers of Ziyarat groups. It stressed that every traveler must understand the conditions...

Finance Bill 2026 Approved, New Taxes Start July 1

Islamabad: The National Assembly has approved the Finance Bill 2026 for the upcoming fiscal year, clearing the way for fresh tax measures from July 1. The government passed the bill through a majority vote during the budget session.Meanwhile, lawmakers rejected every amendment proposed by opposition members in the House....

Salary Tax: How Much Will Be Deducted?

Islamabad: The government has proposed revised income tax slabs for salaried individuals in the new Finance Bill. The Salary Tax changes, effective July 1, will affect employees across different income groups from the start of the new fiscal year.The government plans to present the final Finance Bill before the...

Hajj 2027: Key Conditions for Pakistani Pilgrims

Islamabad: The Ministry of Religious Affairs has started Hajj 2027 registration for Pakistani pilgrims and announced important conditions for applicants. The government will follow a first-come, first-served policy during the registration process.Federal Minister for Religious Affairs Sardar Muhammad Yousaf launched the registration process after the federal cabinet approved the...

Hormuz Toll Waived for 60 Days: Ishaq Dar

Islamabad: The Hormuz toll waived for the next 60 days has emerged as a major development following renewed diplomatic engagement between the United States and Iran.Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar announced that authorities will not collect any toll tax from vessels passing through the Strait of...