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ISLAMABAD: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has commended Sindh’s economic performance, stating that the province has achieved most of its economic targets, ARY News reported citing sources. According to sources, this was revealed during a meeting between Sindh’s Provincial Secretary of Finance, Fayaz Jatoi, and IMF officials in Islamabad. Sources revealed that the IMF reviewed Sindh’s economic performance over the past eight months and was briefed on the province’s revenue board’s performance. The IMF appreciated Sindh’s surplus of Rs 264 billion in the first six months of the current fiscal year. The IMF also praised Sindh’s single sales tax returns and was informed about the complexities of agricultural income tax in the province. The agricultural income tax rate is set to differ between July-December 2024 and January-June 2025. The IMF advised Sindh to increase funding for education and public health. The province was also urged to allocate more funds to improve the qual...

Baloch women are a testament to resilience and achievement, not only serving as the pride of Balochistan but also as shining examples for the entire nation. They have shattered traditional barriers, demonstrating their capabilities across diverse fields, both within Pakistan and on the international stage. Contrary to narratives that often focus on hardship, Baloch women are thriving in an environment where both federal and provincial governments are increasingly prioritizing gender equality, providing them with opportunities comparable to their male counterparts. This commitment to empowerment is reflected in the remarkable successes of Baloch women in various sectors. The achievements of these women are truly inspiring. ASP Pari Gul Tareen, hailing from Pishin, exemplifies this success. A CSS officer who cleared the superior services examination in 2020, she is currently serving as the head of the Women and Juvenile Facilitation Centre in Quetta, dedicating herself to protecting a...

In a bizarre incident in India, a patient allegedly in a coma suddenly fled the ICU to escape a hefty hospital bill as video of the incident went viral on social media. The man from Indian state Madhya Pradesh, has come forward with allegations that he was held captive by hospital staff while his family was coerced into paying INR 100,000 for treatment that may not have been necessary. The man, Banti Ninama, claimed that he was physically restrained by hospital staff and forced to pretend to be in a coma. In a video, the man can be seen in a semi-naked condition, narrating the story . Banti Ninama said that he was admitted to the hospital after sustaining injuries in a fight. Hospital staff allegedly informed his family that he had suffered a severe spinal injury and had slipped into a coma, requiring urgent treatment. In a stunning twist, Banti Ninama suddenly walked out of the ICU, appearing to be in good health. His family has corroborated his account, stating that they were mi...

KARACHI: The Met Office has forecast spike in temperatures in Karachi as mercury likely to soar to 38 Celsius as dry weather prevails in Sindh. The hot weather spell could persist until Wednesday (12 March) next week, according to weather report. Temperatures expected to go down in Karachi after March 12. Maximum temperature on Friday soared to 37.5 Celsius. “Mercury likely to soar to 36-38 Celsius in Karachi next week,” Met Department earlier said. Hot and dry winds will blow from the northwest for most of the day, and sea breeze will resume in the evening. Earlier this week temperatures dropped unexpectedly in Karachi and other parts of Sindh as the cold and dry northeastern winds intensified on Wednesday morning, leading to a significant drop in temperatures during the otherwise hotter March month. The Pakistan Meteorological Department said that the minimum temperature recorded in the city was 13.1°C, which according to officials is significantly lower than the average temper...

The Pakistan government has amended the Civil Servants Promotion Rules, 1973 following the Prime Minister’s directives, ARY News reported on Friday. As per details, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has approved amendments to Civil Servants Promotion Rules 1973, with the Establishment Division issuing a new Statutory Regulatory Order (SRO). As per the revised rules, an officer’s case for promotion to Grade 22 will only be considered twice. If promotion is not granted in both instances, the officer will not be reconsidered, effectively retiring in their current grade. A notification regarding these amendments has been published in the Gazette of Pakistan. Read more: PM Shehbaz pins hope on civil servants to steer country out of crises Earlier, Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif urged the civil servants to serve the country and nation with their utmost capacities and expressed the hope that they were capable of steering the country out of the current crises. According to details, the ...

ISLAMABAD: The government officers in Pakistan have been directed to declare their assets by September 2025, ARY News reported on Thursday, citing sources. As per details shared by credible sources with ARY News, a September deadline has been set for government officials to declare their assets in compliance with the IMF requirements. IMF delegation is currently in Pakistan for review talks to unlock $1 billion loan tranche of the ongoing $7 bln programme. Sources said the Pakistani authorities will share a draft regarding asset declaration with the global lender, adding that the government has also decided to launch a digital portal in line with a demand made by the IMF. Discussions were also held regarding external financing, the operationalization plan for the Tax Policy Unit, inflation comparisons with regional countries, and national accounts, according to the Finance Ministry. Additionally, the Labor Force Survey, Family Budget Survey, and Living Standards reports were revi...

ISLAMABAD: The federal government has decided to construct a 200-bed hospital in Tharparkar, a desert district of Sindh, sources told ARY News on Wednesday. Tharparkar district is one of the twenty-nine districts of Sindh. It is largest district of Sindh province by land area. The livelihood of Thari people depends on rainfall agriculture. The Ministry of National Health has formally communicated the decision to the Sindh chief secretary through an official letter. The initiative follows Prime Minister’s 2023 visit to Thar, during which he announced the hospital’s construction. The federal government has now urged Sindh authorities to expedite the process and provide a suitable land for the project. According to the letter, the Sindh government has been asked to conduct a feasibility study and prepare a PC-2 report. Additionally, Sindh authorities must share cost estimates and construction timelines for the project. Read more: Bilawal announces train service for people of Tharpar...

The exchange rate of the Omani Riyal (OMR) against the Pakistani Rupee (PKR) was recorded at Rs731.65 in the open market on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. The buying rate for the Omani Riyal in exchange for the Pakistan Rupee (PKR) stood at Rs723.15 while the selling rate is Rs731.65 in the open market. The Omani Rial denoted as OMR, serves as the official currency of Oman and is subdivided into 1,000 smaller units called baisa. Conversion of 1000 OMR to Pakistani Rupees On March 3, the prevailing exchange rate suggests that 1,000 OMR amounts to Rs731,650 in Pakistani Rupees (PKR). To convert Omani Rial to the Pakistani Rupee, individuals travelling to Pakistan with OMR can approach banks or exchange company branches for the currency exchange process. It is also important to highlight that the exchange rate of Rs722.15 per OMR in the open market holds considerable significance for the large Pakistani expatriate population living in Oman, which is estimated to number approximately 250,00...

PESHAWAR: Peshawar High Court (PHC) summoned reply from the provincial and federal government over 10 petitions about missing persons, ARY News reported on Monday. “Why so many people are being disappeared,” Acting Chief Justice Ateeq Shah asked the focal person of police while hearing the case. Police department’s focal person said that mostly people go in hiding themselves. ” Some people have personal enmities while some have borrowed money. “Several also flee from arrests”, official said. “It means these people are more experts than the police,” Justice Ateeq Shah remarked. “Police should know why people being disappeared. You people only submit report that the person has not been with the department, there must be more details in these reports,” the court remarked. “It is a good suggestion, the SHO should submit a detailed report about each missing person, the person’s character, business and other matters should be part of the report,” Additional AG said. “Some people become...

WWE superstar John Cena seemed to have joined in on the Grand Theft Auto (GTA) 6 joke after his shocking heel turn in the WWE Elimination Chamber 2025. WWE Elimination Chamber 2025 took a shocking turn when John Cena betrayed Cody Rhodes and sided with The Rock. The incident which took place on March 1, just weeks before WrestleMania 41. Fans expressed a wide range of reactions to the stunning betrayal, with some saying that WWE delivered John Cena’s heel turn before Rockstar Games could launch its upcoming game. Fans took to social media with comments such as, “We really got John Cena as a heel before GTA 6.” Fans went wild when the WWE superstar shared the poster of the sixth title in the Grand Theft Auto series in an Instagram post. Read more: GTA 6 parent company shares update on release date While several suggested that John Cena himself joined in on the joke, others suggested that he might be teasing some kind of connection with the hotly-anticipated game.   ...

The exchange rate of the Saudi Riyal (SAR) against the Pakistani Rupee (PKR) was recorded at Rs74.52 in the open market on Monday, March 3, 2025. The selling rate of the Riyal dropped as it is being sold for Rs74.65. The Saudi riyal is the official currency of Saudi Arabia. It is abbreviated as SAR, or SR. One Riyal is subdivided into 100 halalas. The partnership between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia is marked by a long-established and mutually beneficial alliance, underscored by considerable financial assistance from the kingdom. Recently, Saudi Arabia also extended a $3 billion deposit placed with Pakistan for another year to continue bolstering the economy of the South Asian country. Read more: Gold rates in Saudi Arabia – 1 March, 2025 Each year, millions of Pakistani expatriates working in Saudi Arabia send substantial portions of their earnings back to Pakistan. These remittances are crucial financial resources that allow families to manage daily living costs, support educati...

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ISLAMABAD: People’s Party leadership has decided to convene the party’s core committee meeting in next few days to be presided over by Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, citing sources ARY News reported on Sunday. The PPP Core Committee will consider over the political situation of the country, party sources said. The party session will also consider over negotiations with the ruling PML-N and state of the working relations with the party. The PPP core committee will also review the implementation of the party’s demands to the government. Party sources said that the party’s leadership will review the privatization policy as well as performance of the government. The party core committee will also be given briefing over President Asif Zardari’s visit of Punjab. The PPP, a major coalition party in the centre, has time and again expressed its displeasure over the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) government’s ‘consistently side-lining’ them in key matters. The party used to complain about...

Former cricketer Mohammad Hafeez has reacted to the potential sacking of Mohammad Rizwan as the Pakistan captain for the upcoming New Zealand tour. Reports emerged soon after Pakistan’s elimination from the Champions Trophy 2025 that the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) was considering resting senior players including captain Mohammad Rizwan for the upcoming white-ball series. The PCB was reportedly considering allrounder Salman Agha and spinner Shadab Khan to take over the charge from Rizwan for the New Zealand tour. Reacting to reports, former Pakistan captain Mohammad Hafeez said that such rash decision would further hurt Pakistan cricket following the dismal Champions Trophy 2025 outing. “I think it will be another injustice to Pakistan cricket to make decisions in anger. No player should be made a scapegoat. If someone is not disciplined and challenges team management, they should be dropped from the team,” he said while speaking to private TV channel. While urging for bringing ...

Negotiations between Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for the review of the $7 billion loan program will commence tomorrow, ARY News reported on Sunday, citing sources. According to details, the successful talks could lead to the release of the next $1 billion tranche for Pakistan by the IMF. The economic review discussions will continue until March 15 and will be conducted in two phases—the first focusing on technical aspects and the second on policy-level negotiations. The negotiations will involve the Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Energy, Planning Commission, State Bank of Pakistan, FBR, OGRA, NEPRA, and other key institutions. Additionally, separate meetings will be held with representatives from Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Balochistan. Sources reveal that a nine-member IMF delegation, led by Nathan Porter, will stay in Pakistan for nearly two weeks and will also provide recommendations for the federal budget 2025-26. The sources added. If an...

Undoubtedly one of the most iconic Priyanka Chopra songs, which got her the title of the ultimate ‘desi girl’! But do you know? Bollywood A-lister had broken down on the sets of ‘Dostana’ while filming for the dance number. To Read Lifestyle Stories in Urdu – Click Here If there is one song or rather a single word that represents and perfectly sums up Priyanka Chopra, it is ‘desi girl’, however, the title was not easy to earn and came with some tears for India’s now-global icon, who cried on the sets of ‘Dostana’ , because of the ace couturier and film’s costume designer, Manish Malhotra, reveals her mother in a new interview. Speaking to an Indian publication, Dr Madhu Chopra, PC’s mother, shared that the actor was moved to tears after receiving a hurtful message from Malhotra, who had accidentally sent it to her instead of the film’s producer, Karan Johar. The celebrity mother shared that Chopra and Malhotra, who are close friends now, did not get along too well when they first...