Islamabad, January 8, 2025 – Pakistan has reported the detection of a new case of wild poliovirus type 1 (WPV1), highlighting the persistent challenges in the country’s fight against polio.
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Aurangzeb Announces Bold Move to Abolish 150,000 Vacant Jobs
Islamabad, January 7, 2025 – Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb on Tuesday announced the government’s decision to abolish 150,000 vacant positions that are not on the payroll. This measure is aimed at improving efficiency within the federal government and cutting unnecessary expenditures.
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UAE Extends $2 Billion Debt Roll-Over for Pakistan: PM Shehbaz
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif informed the federal cabinet on Tuesday that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has agreed to roll over a $2 billion debt that was due for repayment by Pakistan this month. In his televised remarks at the start of the cabinet meeting, the prime minister highlighted the outcomes of his recent meeting with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, which took place in Rahim Yar Khan. The discussion focused on ways to deepen bilateral relations and enhance investment cooperation between the two countries.
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KPK Schools Reopen After Extended Winter Break
Educational institutions in the plain areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK) have officially reopened after the conclusion of winter vacations. Both private and government schools resumed classes on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, marking the return of academic activities across the province, including in the provincial capital of Peshawar.
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Pakistan, UAE Leaders Align on Shared Progress Goals
Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a significant meeting today with His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, at Rahim Yar Khan. The meeting was attended by key officials, including Deputy Prime Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar, Punjab Chief Minister Ms. Maryam Nawaz, Defense Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif, Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar, and Special Assistant to the Prime Minister Syed Tariq Fatemi.
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Pakistan Unveils Pension Reforms to Cut Fiscal Burden
Pakistan has introduced a comprehensive set of pension reforms aimed at reducing the growing burden of pension liabilities on public finances. These reforms, announced by Adviser to the Finance Minister Khurram Schehzad via a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Saturday, are set to take effect from January 1, 2025. The initiative seeks to ensure fairness, sustainability, and financial stability within the nation’s pension system.
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Pakistan’s Inflation Numbers Misleading, Claims Workers Leader
Karachi, January 4, 2025 – A leader from the Workers Federation State Bank of Pakistan has raised concerns about the accuracy of the inflation figures being presented by the government, claiming that they do not reflect the true economic conditions faced by the public.
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Pakistan Faces Major Internet Disruption After AAE-1 Cable Fault
Islamabad (2nd January 2025): Pakistan is facing a significant internet disruption following a reported fault in the AAE-1 submarine cable near Qatar.
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Islamabad Extends Vehicle Tax Payment Deadline to January 15
Islamabad, January 2, 2025 – The Islamabad Excise and Taxation Department has extended the deadline for vehicle token tax payments, giving vehicle owners a 15-day grace period.
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Pakistan Tightens Pension Rules, Limits Multiple Benefits Draw
Islamabad, January 2, 2025 – Pakistan has introduced sweeping reforms to pension rules, effectively restricting individuals from drawing multiple pensions simultaneously. This move, outlined in a notification issued by the Pakistan Finance Division, is based on the recommendations of the Pay and Pension Commission 2020 and aims to streamline pension disbursements and curb inefficiencies in the system.
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