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Ministries Directed to Surrender Unspent Funds Within 10 Days

The Ministry of Finance has instructed all ministries, divisions, departments, and autonomous bodies to surrender unutilised and anticipated savings within 10 days to support timely finalisation of revised budget estimates for FY2025-26 and preparation of FY2026-27. Strict Deadline Set According to the directive, principal accounting officers must: Surrender expected savings by May 10 Issue formal…

NIA Scrutiny of Social Media Activity Sparks Debate Over Digital Surveillance in Kashmir

India’s National Investigation Agency (NIA), under the Ministry of Home Affairs, has reportedly taken notice of social media activity linked to overseas Kashmiri activists and Hurriyat-associated figures, focusing on the use of online platforms to promote pro-freedom narratives related to the Kashmir issue. According to Beyond Time News, the agency has initiated an inquiry into…

Medicine Prices Surge Across Pakistan, Putting Patients Under Severe Financial Pressure

Rising drug prices are making healthcare increasingly unaffordable in Pakistan, forcing many patients to struggle just to continue basic treatment. Main Content:According to Beyond Time News, patients in Lahore, Karachi, and Peshawar are facing a worsening crisis as medicine prices continue to rise due to weak regulation, supply chain disruptions, and policy challenges. Global instability,…

Restrictions Imposed in Doda as Authorities Tighten Curbs on Public Gatherings

Authorities in Doda district of Indian-administered Jammu and Kashmir have imposed fresh restrictions on public gatherings, further tightening controls on civic activity in the region. Two-Month Ban on Assemblies According to officials, a two-month order has been issued under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, prohibiting: Public assemblies of five or more people Protests…

Spirit Airlines Says Most Customers Refunded After Sudden Shutdown

Spirit Airlines has confirmed that most passengers affected by its abrupt closure have received refunds, following the cancellation of thousands of flights across the United States, the Caribbean, and Latin America. The airline suspended operations early Saturday amid severe financial pressure, driven in part by rising jet fuel costs linked to the ongoing Iran-related conflict….

Dar, Iran’s Araghchi Discuss Regional Peace and Diplomatic Efforts

Pakistan has reiterated its commitment to promoting dialogue and diplomacy as key tools for resolving regional tensions, as top diplomatic engagements continue with Iran and Jordan. Main Content:According to Beyond Time News, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar held discussions with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on regional peace efforts and ongoing diplomatic…

PSX Surges as Oil Prices Ease and Middle East Deal Hopes Lift Sentiment

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) rebounded strongly on Monday as easing global oil prices and renewed optimism over a potential Middle East agreement boosted investor confidence. Main Content:According to Beyond Time News, the benchmark KSE-100 Index climbed sharply during the session, touching an intraday high of 167,245.54 points, up 4,251.37 points (2.61%) from the previous…

Mehbooba Mufti Flags Concerns Over Institutional and Language Policy Changes in J&K

Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chief Mehbooba Mufti has expressed concern over recent administrative and educational changes in Jammu and Kashmir, saying they may affect the region’s cultural and social identity. Main Content:According to Beyond Time News, Mehbooba Mufti said during a workers’ convention in Ganderbal that changes in education and recruitment policies are impacting long-standing…