Solar net metering policy discontent

Current electricity pricing regime subsidises wealthy, solar power generating households while shifting cost burden on the grid-dependent citizens.

Published 13 May, 2024 08:55am

PM Shehbaz approves immediate provision of Rs23bn to AJK

Move comes after special meeting held to discuss ongoing tense situation over protesters' demands.

Updated 13 May, 2024 10:12pm

Govt subsidy fails as three killed in AJK violence

"Charged" protesters clash with Rangers exiting territory.

Updated 14 May, 2024 07:45am

AJK march resumes amid stalemate

Protest leaders accuse govt of delaying tactics; offices, schools to remain closed today while PM calls meeting.

Updated 13 May, 2024 10:33am

India inks 10-year deal to operate Iran’s Chabahar port

“Chabahar … can act as a focal point in the transit development of the region,” Iranian minister says.

Published 13 May, 2024 07:02pm

India’s illiberal election

The outlook for India-Pakistan relations is troubled if Modi returns to power.

Updated 13 May, 2024 09:02am

Govt hints at raising wheat purchase target

Drive to buy 400,000 tonnes of grain kicks off; farmers want wheat procured from across Punjab; Kissan leader urges govt to ensure official rate of staple.

Published 12 May, 2024 07:28am

Heated NA session as govt, opposition advocate Article 6 from different perspectives

Following PTI leader's suggestion of proceedings against Article 6 violators in context of institutions staying within limits, Asif says process should begin with Ayub Khan.

Updated 14 May, 2024 12:12am

Questions arise over coal import for power plants

Nepra has no regulatory jurisdiction over coal procurement except to issue guidelines and bank on invoices provided by the CPPA for tariff calculations.

Published 13 May, 2024 07:48am

Second night of auroras seen amid ‘extreme’ solar storm

No major disruptions to power or communications networks appear to have been reported this time around.

Published 12 May, 2024 12:40pm

Spending restrictions

The country's "recovery" in recent months remains fragile and any shock at this point can mean a relapse.

Updated 13 May, 2024 11:10pm

Situation in AJK calms down after 2 days of violent clashes

Rangers deployment withdrawn; JAAC leader open to negotiations with govt.

Updated 12 May, 2024 08:53pm

Cartoon: 10 May, 2024

Published 10 May, 2024 09:43am

Hero’s welcome for hockey team in Lahore after winning silver medal in Azlan Shah Cup

PM’s Youth Programme Chairman Mashhood says government will support the team and reward their efforts accordingly.

Updated 12 May, 2024 08:47pm

Love knows no boundaries at Karachi’s Edhi Home nursery for special children

When parents discover their babies are "not well", they quietly leave them in our cot, says Sabah Edhi as country celebrates Mother’s Day today.

Updated 12 May, 2024 01:53pm

Cartoon: 14 May, 2024

Published 14 May, 2024 01:59am

Pakistan’s iCube-Qamar beams back first images from moon’s orbit

The country's inaugural lunar satellite is part of China’s Chang’e-6 mission.

Updated 10 May, 2024 06:13pm

Cartoon: 13 May, 2024

Published 13 May, 2024 09:03am

Confusion over prices as Karachi tandoors sell ‘heavier’ roti at higher rates

Price of only 120-gram naan notified while notification is silent on rates of other varieties.

Updated 13 May, 2024 09:14am

After months of speculation, Miftah Ismail confirms he’s forming new political party

Former PML-N leader promises new party will "speak for the hopes and aspirations of all Pakistanis".

Published 12 May, 2024 09:38pm