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Airfares Likely to Rise by Up to 30% as Jet Fuel Prices Surge
Lahore (HRNW)- The ongoing Gulf war has triggered a sharp rise in global aircraft fuel prices, prompting more than a dozen airlines operating in Pakistan to prepare for significant fare increases. According to industry sources, the price of jet fuel has surged from Rs188.93 per liter to Rs342.32 per liter, leading airlines to consider increasing fares…
Federal Government and Punjab Agree on Petroleum Saving Policy Amid War Concerns
Islamabad (HRNW)- The federal government and the Punjab government have agreed on a fuel-saving policy and monitoring of petroleum product reserves to balance the supply and demand of petroleum products amid the ongoing war situation. Meanwhile, the Punjab government has ordered a strict crackdown on the hoarding of petroleum products. According to the Ministry of Finance,…
Pakistan Army Foils Terrorist Infiltration Attempt at Pak-Afghan Border
Chaman (HRNW)- The Pakistan Army has foiled an infiltration attempt by Fitna-ul-Khawarij in the Chaman sector along the Pak-Afghan border, according to security sources. Officials said the army is continuing operations to protect the border fence and prevent illegal infiltration in the sensitive border region. Security sources revealed that a group of 3 to 4 Khawarij…
Liaquat Baloch Discusses Political, Security Situation with Opposition Leaders
Lahore (HRNW)- Deputy Ameer of Jamaat-e-Islami Pakistan Liaquat Baloch held telephone conversations with Opposition Leader Mahmood Khan Achakzai and former Speaker of the National Assembly Asad Qaiser to discuss the current political and security situation in Pakistan and the region. During the discussions, Liaquat Baloch stated that the entire nation stands united for the security and…
88 Flights Cancelled in Pakistan as Middle East Conflict Disrupts Air Travel
Karachi (HRNW)- Flight operations from Pakistan to several Middle Eastern destinations were significantly disrupted after the airspace of many countries remained closed due to the ongoing war in the Middle East, leading to the cancellation of 88 flights across the country today. According to aviation sources, only 57 flights were able to operate for Dubai, Abu…
PM Shehbaz Sharif Approves Proposal to Abolish Super Tax, Cut Salaried Class Income Tax by 5%
Islamabad (HRNW)- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has approved a proposal to abolish the super tax and reduce the income tax rate for salaried individuals by 5 percent. The government will hold consultations with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) next week to seek final approval on the proposed measures. The proposals were reviewed during a meeting chaired…
President and Prime Minister Pay Tribute to Women on International Women’s Day
Islamabad (HRNW)- President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif paid tribute to the women of Pakistan on International Women’s Day, acknowledging their vital role in national development and progress. In his message, President Asif Ali Zardari said that no nation can progress without the participation of women. He recalled that Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah…
The Elite’s Free Ride: Public Funds Fueling the Government Machine
Karachi (HRNW): While the general public struggles to cope with the “petrol bomb” of a 55 rupee per liter price hike, the staggering fuel consumption of government-owned vehicles has come under intense scrutiny. Data reveals that the burden of maintaining the lifestyle and mobility of the ruling elite falls squarely on the shoulders of taxpayers….
The Changing Face of Pakistan: A Tale of 117 Million Women
HRNW: On this International Women’s Day, the latest data paints a powerful and complex picture of the 117.1 million women who make up half of Pakistan. It is a story of incredible digital progress clashing with a deep-rooted educational crisis. A Diverse Social Landscape The social fabric of Pakistan’s women is shifting. Out of the…
CM KP Announces 2200 Rupee Relief for Motorcyclists as Petrol Prices Soar
PESHAWAR (HRNW): In a swift response to the federal government’s massive hike in fuel prices, the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has announced a monthly relief package of 2,200 rupees for registered motorcycle owners across the province. This move is specifically designed to protect low-income commuters from the sudden spike in transportation costs. The provincial…