The Punjab government has made PSER survey registration mandatory for families who want to receive the 2026 Ramzan Relief (Nigehban) Package. Without completing the Punjab Socio Economic Registry survey, households will not be considered for financial assistance or ration support. This year the government is providing a Rs. 10,000 cash assistance plus free ration bag … Read more
Islamabad: The federal government has announced a fresh hike in petroleum prices, raising the cost of both petrol and high speed diesel for the next fortnight. The revised rates came into effect from February 16, 2026, following recommendations by the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA), according to an official notification issued by the Petroleum … Read more
The Benazir Income Support Programme has officially increased the quarterly Kafalat installment to Rs. 13,500 in 2026, bringing much-needed relief to millions of low-income families across Pakistan. The first phase of payments for January to March 2026 has already started, and beneficiaries are now actively receiving their installments in different districts. In this complete guide, … Read more
The Punjab Himmat Card 10500 payment is a key welfare initiative launched by the Government of Punjab under the leadership of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif. The program aims to provide financial dignity and support to Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) who are officially assessed as “Not Fit to Work.” Under this scheme, eligible beneficiaries receive … Read more
Hundreds of newly appointed school heads in Punjab are still waiting for their entitled allowances months after assuming charge, raising serious concerns about administrative delays in the education department. It has been revealed that 1,084 school heads, appointed after successfully passing the provincial merit-based test, have not received their charge allowance despite performing full duties … Read more
The federal government has moved to provide major electricity tariff relief to industrial consumers by shifting a significant portion of power system costs onto domestic users, sparking fresh concerns over rising household utility bills. Under a newly proposed plan, the government intends to impose monthly fixed charges ranging from Rs. 200 to Rs. 675 on … Read more
Pakistan Telecommunication Authority has issued a strong warning to the public over a growing surge in scam calls and online fraud incidents across Pakistan. The telecom regulator urged citizens to remain vigilant and avoid sharing any personal or financial information with unknown callers or suspicious messages. According to the authority, cybercriminals are adopting more sophisticated … Read more
Gold prices in Pakistan recorded a sharp upward surge on Saturday, 7 February 2026, as the local bullion market reacted strongly to a recovery in international gold prices. After witnessing a steep decline a day earlier, gold rebounded with heavy gains, surprising both investors and jewellers across the country. According to the latest figures released … Read more
Gold and silver prices in Pakistan surged sharply on Friday, hitting fresh all-time highs, as a powerful rally in the international bullion market pushed local rates to record territory despite already elevated levels. According to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA), gold prices witnessed one of the biggest single-day jumps in recent months, … Read more
