by Muazzama Hasan | Mar 16, 2026 | Latest News, Governance & Policy
Punjab Information Minister Azma Bokhari announced on Sunday 15th March 2026, that the provincial government has successfully distributed relief cards to 2.8 million citizens, marking the completion of 95% of the target set under the Ramzan Nigahban Package. Out of...
by Muazzama Hasan | Mar 16, 2026 | Latest News, Economics and Trade, Global Affairs
In a significant move to manage the ongoing energy crisis, the government has increased the price of kerosene oil by Rs40 per litre, effective for the week ending March 20, 2026. This hike brings the price of kerosene, often called “poor man’s fuel” to a...
by Muazzama Hasan | Mar 16, 2026 | Latest News, Global Affairs, Governance & Policy
The United States has officially notified Congress of its intent to permanently close its consulate in Peshawar, a move reported by The Independent on March 12, 2026. The facility, which has served as the closest U.S. diplomatic mission to the Afghan border since...
by Muazzama Hasan | Mar 14, 2026 | Latest News, Economics and Trade, Global Affairs
President Donald Trump has announced the construction of a 168,000 barrel-per-day (bpd) refinery in Brownsville, Texas, marking the first major greenfield refinery project in the United States in half a century. The project is backed by India’s Reliance Industries,...
by Muazzama Hasan | Mar 14, 2026 | Latest News, Global Affairs
Iran’s participation in the 2026 World Cup is in serious jeopardy following declarations from Minister of Sport Ahmad Donyamali that the national team will not compete due to the ongoing war. Citing the assassination of Ayatollah Khamenei and security concerns for...
