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Islamabad (HRNW) The prices of petroleum products witnessed significant fluctuations during Jamaat-e-Islami’s protest campaign against the petroleum levy and inflation, culminating in the nationwide shutter-down strike on September 3. According to available official price records, when Jamaat-e-Islami’s major sit-ins began on August 16, petrol was priced at Rs325.92 per litre, while High-Speed Diesel (HSD) was Rs382.25…

Kalat (HRNW)- Security forces killed 12 terrorists during an intelligence-based operation in Kalat district, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). The operation was conducted on information regarding the presence of terrorists associated with “Fitna-ul-Hindustan.” ISPR said the terrorist hideout was successfully destroyed through a surgical operation, while an arms cache and improvised explosive devices were…

Islamabad (HRNW)- Pakistan has categorically rejected Indian allegations concerning the Adda Siraj Hindu temple in Narowal, terming claims by India’s External Affairs Ministry false and politically motivated. The Foreign Office spokesperson said the temple building was damaged by heavy rains on July 21, following which local authorities assessed the damage and initiated restoration measures. The spokesperson…

Islamabad (HRNW)- The government has set an interim target of June 2027 for deregulating petrol prices as part of major reforms to the petroleum pricing system. According to the Petroleum Pricing Committee, the proposed reforms include linking petroleum product prices more closely with market conditions and developing mechanisms to manage major shocks in diesel prices while…

Islamabad (HRNW)- Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif met Ambassador Olara Otunnu, a candidate for the post of United Nations Secretary-General, during his visit to the federal capital. He was accompanied by Special Envoy of the President of Uganda and former Prime Minister Dr. Ruhakana Rugunda. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Muhammad Ishaq Dar, Special…

Islamabad (HRNW)- Pakistan’s trade deficit increased by 18 percent to $7.1 billion during the first two months of the current fiscal year, mainly due to imports growing at nearly twice the pace of exports, according to data from the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). The deficit increased by $1.1 billion compared with the same period last…

Kakul (HRNW)- Students participating in the ISPR Summer Internship Program 2026 visited the Pakistan Military Academy (PMA) Kakul, where they observed the cadets’ parade, training activities and various departments of the academy. The students appreciated the impressive parade, professional training and discipline demonstrated by the cadets. They also held a special meeting with the Commandant of…

Islamabad (HRNW)- Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has said that mobilizing private-sector capital is essential for Pakistan’s economic development and that the country will not be allowed to fall back into a cycle of economic boom and bust. Addressing a ceremony in Islamabad, the minister said investment promotion could be strengthened through public-private partnerships (PPPs) and…

Islamabad (HRNW)- The Ministry of Commerce has informed the Senate Standing Committee on Commerce that high energy and import costs are making Pakistani products expensive and less competitive in international markets. During a committee meeting chaired by Senator Javed Hanif, the Chairman of the Trading Corporation of Pakistan briefed members on the Export Development Fund. Officials…

Islamabad (HRNW)- The Anti-Terrorism Court Islamabad has indicated the possibility of conducting a jail trial in the terrorism case registered against PTI founder Imran Khan at Bara Kahu police station. Judge Tahir Abbas Supra remarked that a jail trial for the PTI founder was expected to begin in one case and questioned whether it should also…