Petrol, diesel prices slashed on New Year's Eve 2026
ISLAMABAD– The Government of Pakistan has announced a reduction in petroleum prices effective 1st January 2026, following recommendations from the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA). High Speed Diesel (HSD) will see a decrease of Rs8.57 per litre, bringing the new price down from Rs265.65 to Rs257.08. Motor Spirit (MS), commonly known as petrol, has been reduced by Rs10.28 per litre, from Rs263.45 to Rs 253.17. This adjustment reflects the government’s continuous monitoring of fuel prices in alignment with global market trends and domestic economic considerations. The government will continue to review petroleum prices every fortnight, ensuring adjustments align with market dynamics and OGRA’s recommendations.
Source:The Patriot
December 31, 2025 19:08 UTC
Karachi Bar Association announces to resolve Rajab Butt issue through talks, ends strike
Karachi: After the general body meeting on the Rajab Butt issue, the Karachi Bar Association announced a temporary end to the strike. President Karachi Bar Amir Nawaz Warraich says that negotiations will be held between the parties at the Karachi Bar on January 3, and the parties will resolve the issue through negotiations. Earlier, a strike was held by lawyers across Sindh, including Karachi, today over the case registered against the lawyers who tortured Rajab Butt. In the video of the incident, Rajab Butt can be seen walking through a crowd gathered around him in a torn shirt. Karachi Bar President Amir Nawaz Warraich said that the police are not registering a case on the request of Karachi Bar lawyers.
Source:The Patriot
December 31, 2025 16:25 UTC
A Nation of 60% Youth—but Where Are the Founders?
Pakistan is blessed with a young population, with more than 60% of its citizens under the age of 30. A “Founder University” model should integrate venture labs, seed funding, mentorship programs, and strong industry partnerships. Pakistani youth often fear failure due to social stigma, yet failure is the most effective teacher for founders. Sharing success stories, organizing mentorship programs, and conducting innovation competitions can inspire young people to create rather than wait. These initiatives are supported through innovation labs, mentorship programs, and industry collaborations, giving students the opportunity to transform academic projects into market-ready products.
Source:The Nation
December 31, 2025 13:46 UTC
Double-decker bus service launched in Karachi
The Sindh government on Wednesday inaugurated its much-anticipated double-decker bus service, offering residents a new mode of public transportation. The service was inaugurated by Sindh’s Senior Minister Sharjeel Memon and Minister Nasir Shah. During the launch event, officials briefed Sharjeel Memon about the key features of the buses. Sharjeel Memon, while addressing the media, reiterated the government’s commitment to providing improved public transport to Karachi’s residents, as promised earlier. He assured that the buses would start operating from the next day and stated that if the service proved successful, additional buses would be added.
Source:The Patriot
December 31, 2025 09:18 UTC
Two important projects signed between the government and the Asian Development Bank Archives
ISLAMABAD: The federal government and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) have signed two important projects to combat climate change. The spokesperson for the Ministry of Economic Affairs said that two projects worth $304.5 million have been signed between the Government of Pakistan and the Asian Development Bank. The main objective of the projects is to […]
Source:The Patriot
December 31, 2025 09:18 UTC
Interior Minister announces major
Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi announced significant welfare initiatives aimed at improving the professional development and well-being of police personnel across the country. During his visit to the National Police Foundation (NPF) in Islamabad, the interior minister chaired a high-level meeting where key decisions were taken to support police officers at various ranks. In addition, ten inspectors, sub-inspectors, and assistant sub-inspectors from across Pakistan will be sent abroad annually on scholarships to attend specialized police-related courses. The interior minister appreciated the National Police Foundation’s management for successfully improving its financial position and directed officials to present a comprehensive plan to further increase the foundation’s resources and ensure long-term sustainability. He emphasized that strengthening the National Police Foundation as a dynamic and effective welfare institution for police employees remains a top priority of the government.
Source:The Patriot
December 31, 2025 08:46 UTC
Ten countries warn of 'catastrophic' Gaza situation
– The foreign ministers of 10 nations on Tuesday expressed “serious concerns” about a “renewed deterioration of the humanitarian situation” in Gaza, saying the situation was “catastrophic”. Trump’s comments on Monday also downplayed reports of tensions with Netanyahu over the second stage of the fragile Gaza ceasefire. The foreign ministers in their statement said they welcomed the progress that had been made to end the bloodshed in Gaza and secure the release of Israeli hostages. These included ensuring that international NGOs could operate in Gaza in a “sustained and predictable” way. ‘VITAL SUPPLIES’The ministers also called for the opening of crossings to boost the flow of humanitarian aid into Gaza.
Source:The Patriot
December 31, 2025 08:46 UTC
PSX achieves new high as KSE-100 index breaks 175,000 barrier
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) has made history as the KSE-100 index surpassed 175,000 points mark for the first time on the last trading day of 2025, signaling a strong finish to the year. During intraday trading, the index surged by 709.70 points, reaching an all-time high of 175,182.49 points, reflecting a 0.41% increase from its previous closing of 174,472.79 points. This record-breaking performance underscores the resilience of Pakistan’s capital markets, marking a milestone achievement for the PSX and setting a strong foundation for 2026. A day earlier, the benchmark index on Tuesday closed bullish, gaining 576.45 points, a positive change of 0.33 percent, to settle at 174,472.80 points compared to 173,896.34 points on the previous trading day, according to PSX data. Market capitalization increased to Rs 19.692 trillion from Rs 19.590 trillion a day earlier.
Source:The Patriot
December 31, 2025 08:46 UTC
Another petition filed in LHC against
Another petition has been filed in the Lahore High Court challenging the Punjab Protection Ownership ordinance, raising objections over the legality of the new property law. The Punjab government, the chief secretary, and the secretary law have been named as respondents in the case. The petition argues that granting administrative authorities powers in property-related cases under the new law is unlawful and unconstitutional. Additionally, the petition calls for an immediate suspension of the functioning of committees and tribunals constituted under the act and ordinance. The LHC is expected to take up the petition for hearing at a later date.
Source:The Patriot
December 31, 2025 08:46 UTC
FM Dar, Tabuk governor exch
Saudi Arabia’s Governor of Tabuk, Prince Fahd bin Sultan, held a telephone conversation with Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar. During the call, Prince Fahd bin Sultan extended New Year greetings and conveyed his best wishes. Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar thanked him for the warm sentiments, while Prince Fahd also invited him to visit Tabuk. Ishaq Dar appreciated Prince Fahd bin Sultan’s personal interest and role in strengthening and promoting Pakistan–Saudi relations. The two leaders reaffirmed their commitment to further deepening the long-standing brotherly ties between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia.
Source:The Patriot
December 31, 2025 08:46 UTC
The country will progress under the leadership of Field Marshal: SK Niazi
Farmers were not paid for sugarcane; Usama Hamza, The stock market is breaking records every day; Syed Zafar Abbas, We gave India the worst defeat; Ghulam Rasool BalochBy Staff ReporterISLAMABAD: Editor In Chief Pakistan Group of Newspaper and Chairman Roze News SK Niazi while talking in his renowned talk show Sachi Baat, Faiz Hameed has been sentenced and will appeal through a lawyer, matters regarding Faiz Hameed will come to light only after the appeal, Faiz Hameed is a very big case, the situation in Punjab is improving, practical work is being done in Punjab, property business is closed in Punjab, buying and selling of property is completely stopped, people are leaving businesses and going out, the situation in the country has become quite strong, government will complete its term, the country will progress under the leadership of Field Marshal, Pakistan has won the war under the leadership of Field Marshal, the situation in the country is improving day by day. Member of National Assembly, PTI leader Usama Hamza says, punjab farmers are in a very bad situation, 70% of the population is involved in agriculture, the price of sugar has doubled today, they closed the Afghanistan border at the behest of the US, this has damaged Pakistan’s economy, Keno is not being sold in the country, if they close the Afghan-Iranian borders, the situation will worsen, farmers were not paid for sugarcane, they are killing farmers every day, corruption is on the rise in the country, the country’s debts are increasing day by day, the poor man is left behind, the government is mortgaging everything and taking loans, poverty is decreasing in the country, the poor man is longing for two daily meals, people are making a living by selling their homes and utensils. Economist Syed Zafar Abbas says, the stock market is breaking records every day, business people are coming to the country, stock market conditions deteriorated during Pervez Musharraf’s tenure, Pakistan’s stock market is doing better than the rest of the world. Former Ambassador Ghulam Rasool Baloch says, we gave India the worst defeat, India is ruled by Hindus, India and Israel continue to oppress the people, Modi is now hiding what happened to India in May.
Source:The Patriot
December 30, 2025 20:41 UTC
Reforming agriculture, restoring farmer confidence
Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif’s articulation of the farmer as “the benefactor of the entire country” is not merely symbolic. It signals a policy philosophy that recognizes agriculture as the backbone of Pakistan’s economy and rural society. The vision of prosperous farmers in Punjab is, in effect, a vision of national prosperity. Increased farmer autonomy strengthens food security, stabilizes prices, and reduces rural-urban migration driven by agricultural distress. If sustained and scaled, this farmer-centric revolution can become a model for the entire country restoring dignity to the farmer, vitality to agriculture, and confidence to Pakistan’s rural heartland.
Source:The Patriot
December 30, 2025 20:41 UTC
Two important projects signed between the government and the Asian Development Bank
ISLAMABAD: The federal government and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) have signed two important projects to combat climate change. The spokesperson for the Ministry of Economic Affairs said that two projects worth $304.5 million have been signed between the Government of Pakistan and the Asian Development Bank. The main objective of the projects is to deal with the effects of climate change (promote climate resilience). The Asian Development Bank will provide a $140 million loan and a $0.5 million technical grant for the Sindh Coastal Resilience Project. The Asian Development Bank’s Country Director said that the Sindh Coastal Resilience Project will play a key role in addressing the risks posed by climate change and protecting coastal populations.
Source:The Patriot
December 30, 2025 17:22 UTC
Shaheen Shah suffers injury in BBL, PCB decides to recall him
Pakistani fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi, who represented Brisbane Heat in the Big Bash League, has suffered an injury. According to the details, Shaheen Shah Afridi has suffered a knee injury, which has been confirmed by Brisbane Heat. Brisbane Heat has said in a statement that Shaheen Afridi will be re-examined upon the team’s return from Adelaide. However, sources say that the Pakistan Cricket Board is not ready to take any risks regarding the star pacer’s fitness before the T20 World Cup. Sources say that Shaheen Shah Afridi will likely return home on Wednesday.
Source:The Patriot
December 30, 2025 16:28 UTC
UAE announces end of military operations in Yemen
Following a strong response from Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates announced the end of its remaining counter-terrorism operations in Yemen. The statement added that this decision was made after a comprehensive review in the context of recent developments and security concerns. The Emirati Ministry of Defense added that the direct military presence of the UAE in Yemen had already ended in 2019. The Ministry of Defense statement clarified that the UAE has been supporting the legitimate government in Yemen under the Arab Coalition since 2015. The UAE Ministry of Defense statement said that the sons of the UAE have made great sacrifices to achieve the goals of peace and stability in Yemen.
Source:The Patriot
December 30, 2025 16:28 UTC