In Islamabad, official documents have revealed that members of the federal cabinet, including ministers, state ministers, advisers, and special assistants, have collectively received over Rs407.2 million in salaries and allowances during the 2026 fiscal year. Read More: Ministers get whopping salary hike as president signs ordinance According to the documents, a total of Rs407.216 million has been disbursed […]
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2026 South Asian Games: PM Shehbaz approves planning panel
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has approved a high-level committee to organize the 14th South Asian Games. The multi-sport event will be held in Pakistan from January 23 to 31, 2026. The games were originally scheduled for 2021 but were delayed due to Covid-19 and later rescheduled to 2025. Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar will lead […]
PM Shehbaz heads to Saudi for key talks
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will travel to Saudi Arabia next week for a three-day official visit. He will be joined by top military officials, political leaders, and federal ministers. During the visit, the Prime Minister will meet with Saudi Arabia’s senior leadership. He will also address the Future Investment Initiative summit in Riyadh. This summit […]
Pakistan helped Afghanistan for decades, now faces attacks: PM Shehbaz
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has expressed strong concern over terrorist attacks launched from Afghan soil into Pakistan. Chairing a high-level security meeting in Islamabad, he said it was disturbing that Afghan nationals were involved in such attacks, especially when Pakistan had supported Afghanistan through decades of hardship. He emphasized that Pakistan had always stood by […]
Talks failed as TLP demanded militant release, say ministers
Federal ministers revealed on Thursday that negotiations with the Tehreek-i-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) continued until the very last moment before the group’s violent protests. Information Minister Attaullah Tarar, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, and Religious Affairs Minister Sardar Muhammad Yousaf addressed a joint press conference in Islamabad, condemning TLP’s armed demonstrations over Gaza despite the ceasefire. Attaullah […]
PM Shehbaz sends ministers to flood-hit Punjab
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has ordered federal ministers to immediately visit flood-affected areas in Punjab. He asked them to personally monitor rescue and relief efforts. The Prime Minister stressed that ministers must stay present in their own constituencies during the crisis. The Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) said ministers will oversee evacuations and help manage aid […]
Federal ministers and advisers to see 188% salary increase after cabinet approval
The federal cabinet has approved a significant salary increase for federal ministers, ministers of state, and advisers. Following this approval, their monthly salaries will rise to Rs519,000. The pay hike represents an increase of up to 188% for these officeholders. This decision comes two months after the Finance Committee of the National Assembly approved a […]