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The IT ministry has clarified that proposed telecom law amendments do not allow compulsory acquisition of private land. Officials say the bill aims to improve digital infrastructure while preserving property owners’ rights, consent procedures and compensation safeguards.
The federal cabinet has approved a revamped private Hajj policy for 2027-30, replacing the quota system with performance-based regulation and full digitisation. The new framework bans cash dealings, links bookings with official systems and strengthens safeguards for pilgrims’ funds.
A Lahore anti-terrorism court sentenced Dr Yasmin Rashid, Ejaz Chaudhry, Omar Sarfraz Cheema and Mahmoodur Rasheed to 10 years in a May 9 case. Shah Mahmood Qureshi was acquitted in the same matter, making the verdict a major political and legal development.
Pakistan’s reported role in the US-Iran diplomatic breakthrough has raised hopes that Islamabad can convert crisis mediation into strategic and economic gains. The next challenge will be turning visibility into trade, energy and regional connectivity benefits.
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb defended the FY27 budget in the National Assembly, saying it aims to accelerate sustainable growth while broadening the tax base. He also announced relief measures for agriculture, salaried taxpayers and selected essential sectors.
Lahore traffic police identified a citizen linked to 1,743 vehicles and 2,295 unpaid e-challans worth Rs2.825 million. Authorities have contacted Safe Cities and Excise officials to verify whether the case stems from installment sales, ownership transfer gaps, or regulatory violations.
Two successive explosions in Bannu’s Barghanto area killed seven people and injured three others, including children. Police said the second blast occurred during rescue activity, while security forces launched an investigation and search operation.
Pakistan’s latest fuel price cut includes a major reduction in petrol levy but a higher levy on diesel, according to reported pricing details. The structure may provide immediate pump relief while raising questions about freight, inflation and government revenue.
Goods transporters have announced a 15 percent cut in freight fares after the federal government reduced petrol and diesel prices. The move could ease logistics costs, but transport leaders are also demanding relief on taxes, tolls, e-challans and motorway fines.
The federal government has withdrawn several fuel conservation and austerity measures introduced after March 9, while keeping market closing hours in force. Essential services, petrol pumps, IT firms, call centres and medical facilities will remain exempt from timing restrictions.
Punjab has ordered an immediate reduction in public transport fares after major cuts in petrol and diesel prices. Special teams have been formed to enforce revised rates and ensure commuters receive direct relief.
Train services on the Attock–Mari Indus–Multan section were suspended after heavy rain caused a landslide in Jand tehsil, leaving passengers stranded for hours. Railway teams later cleared the track and confirmed no casualties or injuries.
