Stories by Bakhtawar Mian

Panel seeks probe into Rs250m cigarette theft from FBR godowns

The sub-committee reviewes the theft of the cigarette cartons from the FBR warehouses in Swabi and Mardan. Published 13 Mar, 2026 07:51am

Senate Secretariat announces energy conservation plan

ISLAMABAD: The Senate Secretariat has announced a set of austerity and energy conservation measures in accordance... Published 13 Mar, 2026 07:22am

Chinese firms plan to invest $2.6bn in Balochistan

These investments will stimula­te industrial activities in the province and generate significant employment opportunities for the people. Published 11 Mar, 2026 07:07am

Senate chairman urges provision of hassle-free loans to small farmers

ISLAMABAD: Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani stressed the need to maximise relief for poor and deserving... Published 04 Mar, 2026 07:08am

Khawaja Asif tops speaking time in NA’s second year

The second parliamentary year of the 16th National Assembly spanned from March 1, 2025, to Feb 28, 2026. Updated 04 Mar, 2026 08:07am

Under-representation of Balochistan, Sindh in federal jobs flagged

Senate body directs Establishment Division to ensure provincial quotas are filled without delay. Updated 03 Mar, 2026 08:21am

Pakistan, Russia urged to explore new avenues for cooperation

ISLAMABAD: Diplomats, academicians, analysts and journalists have urged Pakistan and Russia to explore new... Published 01 Mar, 2026 07:02am

Iran, Pakistan share positions on regional, world issues: envoy

Says relations bet­ween the two countries are experiencing one of their most constructive phases. Updated 25 Feb, 2026 08:10am

FBR chief’s accountability sought in cigarette theft case

The committee expressed strong displeasure at the FBR chairman’s absence and emphasised that his presence at the next meeting is mandatory. Updated 24 Feb, 2026 07:36am

Language a barrier for Pakistani workers abroad: CWA

ISLAMABAD: Language barriers and skills gaps have significantly limited employment opportunities for Pakistani... Published 18 Feb, 2026 06:19am

NA standing committee recommends over Rs164bn PSDP for Cabinet Division

ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly Standing Committee on Cabinet Secretariat on Monday recommended the Public Sector... Published 17 Feb, 2026 06:58am

PBM raises student stipends to Rs150,000

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Baitul Mal (PBM) has increased the stipend for students to Rs150,000 per student from the... Published 13 Feb, 2026 05:55am

President Zardari welcomes Uzbek counterpart’s visit invitation

ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has welcomed an invitation from Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev to visit... Published 11 Feb, 2026 07:30am

Pakistan stresses multilateral cooperation with Cambodia

Senate Chair­man Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani congratulates the leadership and people of Cambodia on their continued socio-economic progress and political stability. Updated 06 Feb, 2026 08:26am

Vibrant, credible policy on Kashmir sought

ISLAMABAD: Vice Emir Jamaat-e-Islami Pakistan Liaqat Baloch on Tuesday stressed the need for a clear, vibrant and... Published 04 Feb, 2026 05:35am

Over one million Afghans deported last year, Senate body informed

ISLAMABAD:Pakistan has deported a total of 1,155,221 Afghan nationals during the previous year, 2025, top officials... Published 03 Feb, 2026 06:55am

MQM-P accuses PPP of double standards on new provinces

Says both PPP and PTI blaming federation for their own incompetence. Updated 03 Feb, 2026 08:15am

Gilani urges shift to electric vehicles

ISLAMABAD: Acting President Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani has stressed the importance of transitioning to electric ... Published 30 Jan, 2026 06:28am

Transition to clean energy govt’s top priority: president

Says Pakistan targets 30pc electric vehicles by 2030. Updated 26 Jan, 2026 08:34am

Pakistan, Somalia abolish visas for diplomats

President Zardari meets Somali Interior Minister Ali Yousuf, reaffirming Islamabad’s commitment to stronger bilateral ties. Published 25 Jan, 2026 07:27am