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Terrorism From Afghan Soil Unacceptable; Will Take Necessary Measures to Neutralize Every Threat: Field Marshal
WANA, SOUTH WAZIRISTAN (HRNW): Chief of Defence Forces, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, has declared that lasting peace between Pakistan and Afghanistan is only possible if the Afghan Taliban cease their support for terrorism and militant organizations. During a high-profile visit to the frontline in Wana today, the Field Marshal reviewed the security situation along…
Pakistan’s Total Debt Reaches Rs 79.3 Trillion After Rs 793 Billion Jump in January
KARACHI (HRNW): The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has released fresh data indicating a significant surge in the country’s borrowing, with the federal government acquiring an additional Rs 793 billion in debt during the month of January 2026 alone. This monthly spike has pushed Pakistan’s total central government debt to a staggering Rs 79.322 trillion….
Hamid Yaqoob Sheikh Appointed as Secretary of Petroleum Division
ISLAMABAD (HRNW): In a high-level bureaucratic reshuffle, the Government of Pakistan has appointed Hamid Yaqoob Sheikh as the new Secretary of the Petroleum Division. A formal notification confirming his immediate appointment was issued today by the Establishment Division. Hamid Yaqoob Sheikh is a senior Grade-22 officer with extensive experience in federal administration. Prior to this…
Pakistan Considers Weekly Fuel Price Reviews and Remote Work Amid Gulf Tensions
ISLAMABAD (HRNW): In response to escalating Middle East tensions and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, the Government of Pakistan is considering emergency measures to stabilize the domestic energy market. During a high-level meeting chaired by Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, officials proposed shifting from a fortnightly to a weekly review of petroleum prices…
OGDCL Discovers New Oil and Gas Reserves in Nashpa Block, Kohat
ISLAMABAD (HRNW): In a significant boost to Pakistan’s energy sector, the Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) has announced a fresh discovery of oil and gas reserves at the Bargzai-X1 exploratory well in the Nashpa Block, District Kohat. The state-owned company shared the details of this success in a formal letter to the Pakistan…
Deputy PM Ishaq Dar Details Status of 4.5 Million Pakistanis in Gulf Amid Regional Crisis
ISLAMABAD (HRNW): Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar has provided a comprehensive update on the safety and status of the Pakistani diaspora across the Middle East following the recent escalation in regional hostilities. Addressing the media, Dar emphasized that the government is working “round the clock” to facilitate those stranded by airspace…
Rising Stray Dog Attacks in Punjab: Over 430,000 Cases Reported in 22 Months
LAHORE (HRNW): A staggering surge in stray dog attacks across Punjab has raised serious public health concerns, with official data revealing that 436,408 individuals were bitten within a span of just 22 months. The crisis, which spans from early 2024 to late 2025, highlights a growing struggle for provincial authorities to manage the stray dog…
Parliament Approves Key Amendments to NAB Laws: Extended Tenures and Revised Corruption Thresholds
ISLAMABAD (HRNW): In a significant legislative move, the Parliament has passed a bill introducing several critical amendments to the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) laws. The new legislation focuses on administrative continuity within the anti-graft watchdog and revises the monetary jurisdiction for corruption cases. Extension of Tenures and Administrative Continuity Under the newly approved bill, the…
PM Chairs High-Level Meeting on Political and Security Situation
Islamabad (HRNW)- A detailed briefing was given on the current political and security situation in the country and the region in a meeting chaired by the Prime Minister. All political parties and members of parliament attended the meeting. The participants appreciated Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts and termed the government’s efforts for establishing peace as positive. In…
Finance Minister Assures No Fuel Shortage, Says 28-Day Petrol and Diesel Stocks Available
Islamabad (HRNW)- Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has clarified that there is no shortage of petrol and diesel in the country, and Pakistan has a stock of these fuels for 28 days. He said that LPG is also available for another 15 days, while the import of LNG from Qatar has been stopped. The Finance Minister…