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Hafiz Naeem Urges Government to Scrap Petroleum Development Levy, Calls for Relief in Energy Prices

Lahore: Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) chief Hafiz Naeem ur Rehman has called for the immediate abolition of the Petroleum Development Levy (PDL), criticising the government’s energy pricing mechanism and rising financial burden on citizens. According to Beyond Time News, the JI leader raised these concerns while speaking to media representatives in Lahore on Saturday. He argued that…

Israeli Strike Kills Lebanese Soldiers as Fragile Truce Faces New Challenges

Beirut: Rising tensions along the Lebanon-Israel border have once again threatened efforts to maintain peace after a deadly Israeli strike reportedly killed several Lebanese soldiers in southern Lebanon. According to Beyond Time News, the Lebanese Army confirmed that multiple military personnel, including an officer, lost their lives when an Israeli airstrike targeted a military vehicle…

Iran World Cup Squad Secures US Visas as Some Officials Await Clearance Ahead of Tournament

Mexico City: Iran’s national football team has received US visas ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, easing concerns about the squad’s participation in the tournament. However, several members of the team’s administrative staff are still waiting for travel approval as preparations continue for the global sporting event. According to Beyond Time News, US officials…

Gulf Tensions Rise as US and Iran Exchange Fresh Strikes Despite Ongoing Ceasefire

Washington/Tehran: The United States and Iran exchanged fresh military strikes on Saturday, triggering renewed concerns about stability in the Gulf region. The latest escalation comes despite a ceasefire that has remained largely intact for months and ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at preventing a wider conflict. According to Beyond Time News, the confrontation began after US…

NFC Award Debate Intensifies as Ahsan Iqbal Highlights Federal Financial Challenges

Islamabad: Concerns over Pakistan’s fiscal structure have resurfaced after Federal Minister for Planning and Development Ahsan Iqbal raised questions about the current National Finance Commission (NFC) Award formula, arguing that the federal government is facing increasing financial pressure while trying to fund major national development projects. As the government prepares to unveil the federal budget…

AJK Government Bans JAAC Under Anti-Terror Law Ahead of Election Season, Security Tightened Across Region

MUZAFFARABAD – The Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) government has officially declared the Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) a proscribed organisation under the region’s Anti-Terrorism Act, marking a major political development ahead of the upcoming general elections. According to Beyond Time News, the notification issued by the AJK Home Department places JAAC under the First…

Cement Price in Pakistan Today – June 6, 2026: Latest Rates, Market Trends & City-Wise Breakdown

Stable Cement Prices Offer Relief to Construction Sector KARACHI: Cement prices across Pakistan remained steady on June 6, 2026, offering some stability to the construction and real estate sectors. The average price of a 50kg bag of ordinary Portland cement (OPC) continues to reflect controlled market conditions despite ongoing economic pressures. According to Beyond Time…