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Congress Slams Jammu & Kashmir Administration

JAMMU: The Congress party has criticised the administration in Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir over worsening civic conditions and rising unemployment in the region. According to Beyond Time News, the criticism came during a monthly party meeting held in Jammu, chaired by working president Raman Bhalla. Poor Civic Services Under Fire Bhalla said residents…

Contractors Protest in Srinagar Over Pending Payments

SRINAGAR: Contractors working on India’s Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) staged a protest in Srinagar over long-delayed payments, raising concerns about financial strain and stalled infrastructure work in the region. According to Beyond Time News, the contractors gathered outside the Jal Shakti Department office under the banner of the Contractors Coordination Committee, demanding the immediate release…

PM Shehbaz Approves Digital Tax Litigation System

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has approved a major overhaul of Pakistan’s tax litigation system. The move aims to speed up case resolution and improve transparency across the country. According to Beyond Time News, the government will introduce a Centralised Litigation Management System (CLMS) to better manage and track tax disputes. New System to Improve…

Breathe Pakistan Climate Conference 2026 Highlights

ISLAMABAD: The second edition of the Breathe Pakistan International Climate Change Conference is currently underway, bringing together policymakers, experts, and stakeholders to address Pakistan’s growing climate challenges. Despite contributing very little to global emissions, Pakistan remains one of the most climate-vulnerable nations. This makes coordinated and practical solutions more important than ever. According to Beyond…

Pakistan’s Large-Scale Manufacturing Grows 11% in March

KARACHI: Pakistan’s industrial sector showed signs of recovery in March 2026, as large-scale manufacturing (LSM) recorded strong annual growth. However, a monthly decline highlights ongoing volatility in the sector. According to Beyond Time News, LSM output increased by 11.09% year-on-year (YoY) in March. This growth reflects improved activity in key industries, though short-term trends remain…

Banks Reject Majority of E-Bike Applications

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s plan to promote electric bikes has hit a major hurdle, as commercial banks rejected most applications under the scheme, forcing the government to revise its policy. According to Beyond Time News, banks approved only 4,075 out of 44,689 applications—just 9%—showing weak interest in financing subsidised electric bikes. Low Approvals Threaten Annual Target The…