Lahore Electric Supply Company has halted the installation of solar green meters following directives from the Ministry of Energy, affecting thousands of consumers. While the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority had previously approved these meters, LESCO and other distribution companies must now comply with the ministry’s order, putting new installations on hold.

In 2026, the Punjab Social and Economic Relief Survey (PSER Survey) provides an online registration platform for citizens to access government welfare programs like the Ramzan Package and Muft Atta Rashan. The PSER initiative is designed to support families in need, especially during Ramadan, by distributing essential food items such as flour, sugar, rice, and lentils. Through the official PSER

Fitch Ratings has maintained Pakistan’s long-term foreign-currency rating at B- with a stable outlook while introducing a Recovery Rating of RR4, reflecting average recovery prospects for investors in case of a sovereign default. This decision follows the removal of Pakistan’s ratings from Under Criteria Observation and the adoption of Fitch’s updated Sovereign Rating Criteria in September 2025,

The Benazir Kafalat Program new registration for 2026 is now open, allowing eligible women across Pakistan to receive monthly cash assistance. This government initiative targets widows, disabled women, women-led households, and families living below the poverty line, ensuring financial support reaches those who need it most. Registration is conducted through the NSER computerized survey to

The 8171 web portal, used by the Benazir Income Support Programme, is currently unavailable, affecting millions of beneficiaries who rely on it to check eligibility, track payments, confirm registration, and view PMT scores. The temporary closure is not permanent, and payments continue as usual. The portal may display errors such as service unavailable messages, blank pages, or slow loading due

Punjab consecutive holidays February have become a widely discussed topic as people across the province look ahead to a possible extended break in early February. Although the Punjab government has not yet issued an official notification, strong indications from administrative discussions and previous trends suggest that authorities are seriously reviewing the option of declaring consecutive

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan has introduced a major regulatory reform aimed at expanding financial inclusion by allowing Asset Management Companies to open Sehl Sarmayakari Accounts directly for resident Pakistani individuals. Under the updated framework, asset managers can now onboard investors through their own digital platforms or physical application forms, eliminating

New tax assessments and revised retail price estimates for the Samsung Galaxy S23 series are expected to take effect within the next week. The updated lineup covers the Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23+, and the flagship Galaxy S23 Ultra, with significantly lower customs values translating into more affordable PTA-approved prices in Pakistan.

The government has officially released the BISP 8171 Phase 3 payments, bringing relief to women who were waiting to receive their pending Rs 13,500 assistance. This phase targets beneficiaries who were left out of earlier payment rounds or whose verification was completed later. Under the Benazir Income Support Programme, Phase 3 focuses on transparency, biometric verification, and a

Pakistan has officially extended its airspace ban on all Indian-registered aircraft until 5:00 AM on February 24, according to a statement from the Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA). The restriction affects every aircraft owned, operated, or leased by Indian airlines, including commercial flights and military aircraft.