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Marine Academy to become degree-awarding institution

Marine Academy to be upgraded to a degree-awarding body, says Federal Minister Junaid Anwar Chaudhry. Consultations completed, summary sent to PM.

Billions of liters of water wasted annually, WAPDA tells Senate

WAPDA Chairman highlights annual water wastage, calls for action. Senate committee discusses dam projects and safety, encroachments on Ravi River.

Audit reveals 8.32 bn rupees objections in Interior Ministry

Audit report highlights 8.32 bn USD objections in Interior Ministry, with over 4 bn USD unrecovered. Irregularities in procurement and license issuance noted.

Federal cabinet approves PASCO dissolution by December

Cabinet dissolves PASCO by December, approves 4.18 bn USD package for employees.

Telecom bill will not allow forced land acquisition, Shaza Fatima

Telecom bill won't seize private property, aims for high-speed internet. Inquiry urged into baseless allegations.

National Assembly approves FBR Amendment Bill

National Assembly passes FBR Amendment Bill 2026, granting legal protection to past FBR orders and agreements.

National Assembly approves defense budget

National Assembly approves 3.69 trillion rupees for defense in 2026-27 budget amid unanimous support, enabling federal funding for the next fiscal year.

Kerosene price cut by 48 rupees per litre

Govt cuts kerosene price by 48 rupees per litre, benefiting rural households relying on it for heating.

PM announces big fuel price cut

PM Shehbaz Sharif announces a historic reduction in petrol and diesel prices, citing regional economic improvements and lower global oil prices.

High salaries, perks revealed in federal bodies

Over 50 federal bodies offer high salaries, perks, with some employees earning 2-3 times more than regular officers. Critics call it a 'government within a government'.

Defense prioritized in 2026-27 federal budget

The 2026-27 federal budget prioritizes defense with 3 trillion rupees allocated. Total expenditure is estimated at 18.771 trillion rupees, focusing on security and stability.

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