Fuel price hike sparks economic strain in PoGB

Mar 14, 2026

The sudden increase in petrol prices has pushed up the cost of transportation and essential commodities, making everyday life increasingly difficult for residents. Schools...

Himachal CM promises timely salaries amid economic strain allegations

Sep 04, 2024

During the session, Leader of Opposition Jairam Thakur raised the issue under a point of order, alleging that Himachal Pradesh is on the brink...

Pakistan's sugar glut exposes policy gaps amid economic strain

Apr 10, 2026

Pakistan's sugar industry has urged the government to allow immediate exports of excess production, warning that mounting stocks are becoming economically unsustainable. The Pakistan...

Afghanistan: UN warns economic strain as over 2 million Afghans return

Nov 25, 2025

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has published a new report on the economic situation of the Afghan people, particularly deported migrants and expressed...

Economic strain deepens as tourism industry struggles with fee hikes in PoGB

Jan 20, 2025

Rising royalty and mountaineering fees in Pakistan-occupied Gilgit-Baltistan (PoGB) have alarmed tour operators, with many fearing the collapse of the region's adventure tourism sector.

PPP leader sounds alarm over economic strain and governance failures in PoJK

Dec 16, 2025

Addressing the issue, Kazmi highlighted the sharp increase in university and college fees, which he said has made higher education unaffordable for poorer families....