Pakistan’s Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has reportedly taken steps to monitor and regulate the income of dancers, event performers, and dance party organizers. This initiative, which has sparked both curiosity and debate across the country, reflects the government’s broader agenda to expand the tax base and bring undocumented sectors into the formal economy. For…
Irfan Siddiqui – a legacy of grace in politics, depth in journalism, and decency in public discourse.
The Senate of Pakistan on Monday passed the 27th Constitutional Amendment bill in a contentious session, signalling one of the most far-reaching constitutional overhauls in recent memory for Pakistan. Let’s take a closer look at what the amendment proposes, why it has provoked so much debate, the key players and implications — and what readers…
In the heart of Karachi, the transgender community came together in a vibrant display of celebration and protest. The Hijra Festival 2025 at Burns Garden became much more than just music, dance and colour — it was an emphatic demand for dignity, rights and visibility for the Khawaja Sira community of Pakistan. In this column,…
In recent weeks, the Punjab Food Authority (PFA) has launched a rigorous crackdown against milk adulteration across major cities of Punjab, including Lahore, Faisalabad, Multan, and Rawalpindi. Thousands of liters of impure milk have been confiscated, and dozens of dairy shops have faced strict action. This campaign aims to safeguard public health and raise awareness…
In the early years of Pakistan’s independence, when the young nation was struggling to establish its identity among global powers, one moment in history stood out as a symbol of courage, dignity, and self-respect. It was not a war or a treaty, but a single gesture — the famous “Mukka” (punch) of Pakistan’s first Prime…
Lahore / Shangla:(PNP) Continuing his commitment to humanitarian causes and social welfare, Jahangir Khan Tareen has announced a relief package worth Rs. 15 million for families affected by recent floods in District Shangla, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Jahangir Khan Tareen’s has already helped and provided relief goods to over 75,000 flood effectees across Punjab And…
For more than three years, the retired employees of the Associated Press of Pakistan (APP)- the country’s premier state-run news agency – have been waiting in vain for the revision of their pensions, despite clear approvals by parliament after formal announcements by the federal government. The government had announced successive pension increases; 17.5 per…
In a bid to promote transparency, eliminate fraud, and bring efficiency to public services, the Government of Punjab has taken a significant step forward by introducing a new automated system for the issuance of e-stamp papers. This announcement marks an important milestone in the province’s ongoing journey toward digital governance and citizen-friendly reforms. Stamp papers…
Yamaha Motor Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd. has announced it will discontinue local motorcycle manufacturing—a decision that resonates far beyond the auto industry. In a country often described as a “motorcycle nation,” where millions rely on two-wheelers as a lifeline for daily mobility, Yamaha’s exit is not merely a corporate move but a stark reflection of Pakistan’s…
