Supply Bottlenecks Hinder Basant Delight as Festival Returns to Lahore
With the Basant festival’s official return scheduled for February 6–8, 2026, logistical challenges are emerging that could dampen the celebratory mood in the city....
Every Pakistani Now Owes Over Rs 333,000 as National Debt Climbs
Pakistan’s national debt burden has continued to rise, with the latest government and central bank figures showing that per capita public debt now exceeds...
President Zardari to Visit UAE from January 26 to 29
President Asif Ali Zardari is scheduled to visit the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from January 26 to January 29, 2026, as part of Pakistan’s...
Federal Government Urges Provinces to Boost Tax Collection
The federal government has formally urged provincial governments across Pakistan to enhance tax collection efforts in their jurisdictions, as part of broader efforts to...
Kite Flying to Remain Banned in Lahore Parks During Basant Festival
Authorities in Lahore have confirmed that kite flying will remain banned in public parks and greenbelts during the upcoming Basant festival, even as the...
Fitch Affirms Pakistan’s Debt Ratings at ‘B’, Keeps Outlook Stable for 2026
Fitch Ratings, a major global credit rating agency, has reaffirmed Pakistan’s long-term foreign and local currency issuer default ratings at ‘B’ with a stable...