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A Senate education panel voided a PIFD meeting, citing rule violations, lack of required approvals and alleged malafide intent. The committee signalled tougher oversight of universities, announced provincial visits and town halls, and said steps would be taken to address degree verification and allocation concerns.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan said he enjoyed seeing Lahore’s Basant celebrations and the happiness they generated across Pakistan. He urged that the festival be observed with safety as the top priority so the tradition can continue responsibly.
Pakistan’s first PSL players’ auction saw multiple well-known international cricketers go unsold as franchises rebuilt squads under a new bidding format. The unsold list included prominent names from England, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka ahead of PSL 11.
A fire at an eight-storey residential building near Karachi’s Baloch Colony flyover was contained after a multi-vehicle response. More than 100 residents were evacuated safely, while questions were raised about emergency preparedness and an investigation was expected into the cause.
Analysts say Pakistan’s proposed electricity pricing overhaul may raise inflation and shift IMF-linked subsidy cuts onto middle-income households. While industry could benefit from lower tariffs, residential users—especially those in key consumption bands—may face significantly higher bills through new fixed charges.
SBP Governor Jameel Ahmad says Pakistan’s recovery is broader than headline data suggest and growth could reach 4.75% this year. He expects remittances to cushion the external account and stresses reforms to sustain momentum.
PM Shehbaz Sharif has ordered the Power Division to appeal Nepra’s new prosumer rules and protect existing solar consumers’ contracts. The move comes after Nepra shifted the system away from net metering toward net billing for future connections and renewals.
PMD says Ramadan’s new moon will be born on Feb 17 at 5:01pm (PST) with a fair chance of sighting on Feb 18 evening. It also shared region-wise estimated last-visibility timings and expected generally favourable weather conditions.
Pakistan has named 19 ambassadors/high commissioners and consuls general for major missions abroad after PM approval. FM Ishaq Dar said the new postings are aimed at strengthening “economic diplomacy” and expanding commercial partnerships.
The government has proposed fixed monthly electricity charges for household consumers alongside per-unit tariff reductions for 2026. The plan is under Nepra hearings and is linked to broader reforms aimed at reducing cross-subsidies and supporting industrial tariffs.
Sindh has imposed a ban on photography in government girls’ colleges after complaints of unauthorised images being misused online. The education department has ordered strict enforcement and warned of disciplinary and legal action for violations.
Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz announced Rs10bn in assistance for security forces in Balochistan during a Quetta visit. She urged national unity against terrorism and met provincial leaders to discuss security and inter-provincial coordination.
