Beyond Today, Into Tomorrow
Islamabad: President Asif Ali Zardari has approved the Pakistan International Airlines Corporation (Conversion) (Repeal) Bill, 2026. As a result, the government has completed all major legal requirements for the privatization of Pakistan International Airlines Company Limited (PIACL). The approval marks a key milestone in Pakistan’s economic reform agenda. Moreover, it brings the national carrier one…
Islamabad: Pakistan is facing mounting socioeconomic challenges as the country’s poverty rate has risen sharply while public spending on education has dropped to its lowest level in years, according to the Pakistan Economic Survey 2025-26. The latest survey presents a concerning picture of living conditions across the country, showing that millions more Pakistanis have fallen…
Islamabad: An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) has dismissed applications filed by several lawyers associated with Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), seeking the removal of anti-terrorism provisions from a case related to the alleged assault and torture of Khawar Maneka. According to Beyond Time News, the court rejected the pleas on Thursday and ordered that the case proceed under…
Islamabad: The federal government is considering major reforms to modernize Islamabad’s governance structure as the capital city faces growing urban challenges driven by a rapidly expanding population, Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal said on Thursday. Speaking at the first consultative meeting on the proposed Islamabad Governance Model, the minister emphasized…
Islamabad: President Asif Ali Zardari on Thursday congratulated the Pakistan Navy on the induction of PNS/M Hangor into its fleet. He described the development as a major step towards strengthening Pakistan’s maritime defence capabilities. The president said the submarine will enhance Pakistan’s ability to protect its maritime interests. He also thanked China for its continued…
Rawalpindi: Pakistan and Türkiye reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral defence ties as Commander of the Turkish Land Forces General Metin Tokel met Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Asim Munir at General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi on Thursday. The high-level meeting focused on regional security developments, military…
Jhang: The death of 17-year-old college student Eshal Fatima has become one of Pakistan’s most closely watched criminal investigations, triggering nationwide concern, social media campaigns, and renewed calls for stronger protections for women and girls. The teenager, who lived in Sultan Colony in Jhang’s Satellite Town area, died under mysterious circumstances after being found unconscious…
Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday directed authorities to speed up loan approvals and simplify application procedures under the government’s Apna Ghar housing programme. He said easier access to financing would help more citizens achieve home ownership and support growth in the construction sector. According to Beyond Time News, the prime minister issued these…
United Nations: Pakistan has reaffirmed its commitment to diplomatic engagement and mediation efforts in the Middle East as tensions between the United States and Iran intensify following new military strikes on Iranian targets. Islamabad told the United Nations Security Council that it continues to support dialogue-based solutions to regional crises. According to Beyond Time News,…
Islamabad: Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif on Thursday urged political parties to protect the dignity of Parliament and avoid turning political disputes into disruptions that could weaken democratic institutions. Speaking in the National Assembly, he stressed that parliamentary stability is essential for democracy. He said political disagreements should be resolved through constitutional and legal channels…
