Beyond The Time News

IESCO Steps Up Crackdown on Power Theft, Over 3,200 Offenders Arrested Since 2019

Islamabad: The Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO) has intensified its ongoing nationwide campaign against electricity theft, taking strict action against offenders across its operational region. According to Beyond Time News, IESCO has arrested 3,288 individuals involved in power theft since launching its anti-theft drive in 2019. The company has also imposed fines totaling Rs593.60 million…

AJK Government Reports Major Progress on JAAC Agreement, Completes 24 of 44 Demands

Islamabad: The Government of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) has made significant progress in implementing its agreement with the Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC), completing 24 out of 44 demands, according to an official progress report released on Sunday. Beyond Time News reports that the government has also marked 16 additional demands as partially completed…

PIDE Proposes ‘National Savings Drive’ in Finance Bill 2026–27 to Strengthen Pakistan’s Economy

Islamabad: The Pakistan Institute of Development Economics (PIDE) has recommended launching a nationwide “National Savings Drive” under the upcoming Finance Bill 2026–27 to boost domestic savings and improve Pakistan’s long-term economic stability. According to Beyond Time News, the proposal aims to reduce reliance on external borrowing and strengthen local financial resources through targeted reforms and…

Govt and PPP Hold Key Talks on Federal Budget as Political Tensions Surface

Islamabad: The federal government and the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) held delegation-level talks on Sunday as discussions over the upcoming federal budget continue amid rising political differences and demands for transparency. According to Beyond Time News, the meeting focused on PPP’s reservations regarding budget planning, taxation proposals, and development allocations under the Public Sector Development…

US Considers Using Iranian Assets for Gulf Reconstruction as Iran Conflict Escalates

Washington: The United States is reportedly examining ways to redirect Iranian assets to fund reconstruction efforts in Gulf countries, following ongoing damage linked to Iranian strikes across the region. According to Beyond Time News, a source familiar with the matter said the US is assessing the cost of destruction in allied Gulf states and exploring…

Faisalabad to Host First International Recycling Conference on June 10

Faisalabad: More than 300 policymakers, researchers, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders will gather in Faisalabad on June 10 for the First International Conference on Recycling. According to Beyond Time News, the conference will take place at Serena Hotel Faisalabad. The event aims to promote recycling, circular economy practices, and sustainable industrial growth. Moreover, organizers expect the…

Gilgit-Baltistan Elections 2026: Polling Begins Across Region Amid Tight Political Contest

Gilgit: Voting has officially started for the 2026 Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly elections, setting the stage for a crucial political contest that will determine the region’s next government. According to Beyond Time News, polling began in the morning and will continue uninterrupted until 5:00 PM. Authorities have deployed extensive security arrangements across Gilgit-Baltistan to ensure a peaceful…

Pakistan Heatwave Intensifies as Temperatures Climb to 46°C, PMD Issues Nationwide Alert

Islamabad: Large parts of Pakistan remained under intense heat on Sunday as soaring temperatures gripped several cities, prompting the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) to issue a heatwave alert for multiple regions across the country. According to Beyond Time News, weather experts expect the ongoing heatwave to continue from June 7 to June 12, with Sindh…

Trump Administration Considers Stake in OpenAI as Debate Grows Over Public Ownership of AI Wealth

Washington: The Trump administration is exploring the possibility of taking an equity stake in OpenAI, a move that could reshape the relationship between the US government and the rapidly growing artificial intelligence industry. According to Beyond Time News, discussions focus on ways to ensure that ordinary Americans benefit from the economic gains generated by AI…