KARACHI – In a significant step toward urban modernization, Karachi Mayor Barrister Murtaza Wahab has announced that the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) is prepared to provide land for the establishment of charging stations for electric vehicles (EVs) and bikes across the city.
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Saudi Arabia reverses Hajj age limit, allows pilgrims aged 12 and above
KARACHI, May 2 – Saudi Arabia has withdrawn the imposed restriction that barred individuals under the age of 15 from performing the Hajj pilgrimage, restoring the previous minimum age limit of 12, the Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) said on Saturday.
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Education cost rises much faster than alcoholic beverages in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD, April 30, 2026: Education costs in Pakistan are rising at a much faster pace than alcoholic beverages, highlighting an uneven inflation pattern as the economy absorbs shocks from the ongoing crisis in the Middle East.
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Pakistan hikes petrol and diesel prices to Rs400 per litre from May 1
ISLAMABAD, April 30, 2026: The government of Pakistan has increased petrol and diesel prices to nearly Rs400 per litre, with the revised rates taking effect from May 1, 2026, according to an official notification issued on Thursday.
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CIE Confirms AS Level Maths 2026 Paper Leak, Major Decisions Expected Soon
Cambridge International Education has officially confirmed that the AS Level Mathematics Paper 12 (9709) for the June 2026 exam session was leaked before the scheduled exam time.
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PM Shehbaz extends fuel subsidy for motorcycle owners
ISLAMABAD, April 30, 2026: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday approved a one-month extension in the fuel subsidy for motorcycle users, as well as public and goods transport, to provide relief to economically vulnerable segments.
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Pakistan inflation may cross 10% in April 2026
Karachi, April 30, 2026 — Pakistan’s headline inflation is expected to surge into double digits in April 2026, driven by rising fuel and food prices, according to a research report by Insight Securities.
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Cambridge International Education Investigates Alleged AS Maths Paper Leak 2026
Cambridge International Education has confirmed that it is investigating reports of an alleged question paper leak ahead of the June 2026 examination series, stating that further updates will be shared after the completion of exams.
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National Accountability Bureau Recovers Nearly Rs3 Trillion in Q1 2026
Islamabad, April 29, 2026 — The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) reported a record recovery of approximately Rs2.96 trillion during the first quarter of 2026, reflecting a dramatic surge in performance driven by reforms and targeted enforcement strategies.
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SBP sets 15-day deadline for housing loan approvals under Apna Ghar scheme
KARACHI, April 28, 2026 — The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has introduced new guidelines to accelerate housing loan approvals, directing banks and financial institutions to process applications within a maximum of 15 working days under the government-backed Apna Ghar housing initiative.
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