The Sindh government has withdrawn all detention orders issued under the Maintenance of Public Order (MPO) law and directed the immediate release of all individuals held under those orders. According to an official notification issued by the Sindh Home Department, all MPO orders issued between February 1 and February 9, 2026 have been cancelled with immediate effect. Authorities have instructed the administrations of Central Jail Karachi and District Jail Malir to release all detainees held under MPO without delay. The notification states that prisoners should be released immediately, provided they are not wanted in any other criminal case. The decision…
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Pakistan’s power regulator NEPRA has introduced a major change for solar consumers by replacing the net metering system with a new model called net billing. The decision has raised confusion and concern among thousands of households that have invested in rooftop solar. Many people are now asking: what exactly is net billing, and how will it affect existing and future solar users? What is changing under the new net billing system? Under the previous net metering system, solar users could offset the electricity they produced against what they consumed. If they exported extra electricity to the grid, those units were…
Washington: US President Donald Trump has opposed Israel’s control over the occupied West Bank, stressing that stability in the region is essential for Israel’s long-term security. According to foreign media reports, a White House official said President Trump does not support Israeli control of the West Bank and believes that stability in the Palestinian territories will ensure Israel’s safety. The official added that peace and stability in the region align with America’s broader objective of regional peace. Meanwhile, the British government strongly condemned the Israeli cabinet’s decision to expand control over the West Bank. In an official statement, the UK…
Lahore: Popular TikToker Alina Aamir has registered an FIR against those involved in creating and circulating a fake deepfake video attributed to her, warning that all responsible individuals will be taken to task under the law. The controversial video, which went viral around two weeks ago, was later confirmed to be AI-generated. According to Alina Aamir, the video originally featured another woman, but her face was digitally superimposed using artificial intelligence, leading to widespread misinformation and harassment. In her latest video statement shared on social media, Alina Aamir said she initially chose to remain silent and closely observed developments over…
Islamabad: Pakistan has decided to play against India in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, a move that has helped the International Cricket Council (ICC) avoid an estimated financial loss of $174 million, according to Indian media reports. The decision to proceed with the highly anticipated Pakistan–India match has eased concerns among broadcasters, sponsors, and stakeholders. Indian media reported that the potential losses were linked to broadcasting rights, gate money, and sponsorship deals, which were at risk if the match was cancelled. Following confirmation of the match, a sharp increase was recorded in air ticket prices for Mumbai and Colombo,…
Islamabad: The government has decided to reduce the tax burden on industries to accelerate economic activity and revive industrial growth. As part of this move, the industrial sector is expected to receive corporate tax relief in the upcoming federal budget, with the government planning to formally engage the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for approval. According to official sources, the Ministry of Industries and Production has completed its groundwork for the proposal. The plan aims to increase the industrial sector’s share in GDP by 10 percent and raise exports by 6 percent over the coming years. Prime Minister’s Special Assistant Haroon…
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday said Pakistan is now ready to step onto the global stage in the field of artificial intelligence (AI), calling it a turning point for the country’s technology future. Addressing the Indus AI Week event, the Prime Minister said the initiative would transform Pakistan’s technological landscape and present the country as a strong and reliable technology partner at the global level. He said Pakistan is moving forward with unity, determination, and enthusiasm, and is fully prepared to compete internationally in the rapidly evolving AI sector. Recalling his tenure as Chief Minister Punjab, Shehbaz Sharif said…
Sources say Pakistan has decided to play the T20 World Cup match against India as per schedule, significantly increasing the chances of the much-anticipated clash. Pakistan has reportedly made a final decision to face India in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 according to the official schedule, sources confirmed on Monday. According to informed sources, the likelihood of the Pakistan–India match has increased, and the fixture may now go ahead as planned. The decision was taken after diplomatic consultations and requests from multiple cricket boards. Sources revealed that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif agreed to Pakistan playing the match following a…
LAHORE | February 08, 2026: A major development is expected within the next few hours regarding the highly anticipated Pakistan–India match in the ICC T20 World Cup, sources said on Saturday. According to sources, Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) Chairman Aminul Islam has arrived in Lahore to attend an ICC emergency meeting, while an ICC reconciliation delegation is also expected to reach Pakistan later today. Sources said discussions between the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the ICC delegation will focus primarily on the Pakistan–India fixture. The ICC has reportedly assigned Deputy Chairman Imran Khawaja the responsibility of handling matters related to…
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has hinted at holding Basant celebrations in other cities of the province, following the successful and safe conduct of the festival in Lahore. Praising the residents of Lahore for strictly following safety Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), the chief minister said she was pleased that the public had lived up to the government’s trust. In a statement, Maryam Nawaz said Lahore was filled with happiness, adding that she herself was delighted to see citizens celebrating Basant in a responsible and disciplined manner. She credited the people of Lahore for playing a key role in making…
