Pakistan's move to outsource the operations of major airports, including Islamabad International Airport (IIA), comes as a strategic response to the continuous depletion of forex reserves. The decision, aimed at generating foreign exchange through public-private partnerships, seeks to improve service delivery and align with international industry practices. By fast-tracking the outsourcing process, the government aims to uplift the aviation sector and revitalize international flight operations. However, the full impact of this significant policy shift on Pakistan's economic health and aviation industry remains to be seen. Stay tuned for further developments in this transformative move.
31 Jul 2023Imran Khan, the leader of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf, and a former prime minister of Pakistan has been arrested by Pakistan’s security forces. Imran Khan was arrested from outside the High Court in Islamabad. In response to his arrest, his party members have called for a nationwide protest.
9 May 2023The suspected assailant in Friday's stabbing had been arrested a month ago for carrying a screwdriver but was not on police radar for Islamic radicalisationA Jewish grocery store was targeted days after the Charlie Hebdo newsroom massacre, in what authorities say were coordinated attacks
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1 min read16 Feb 2020The Union Budget contains details about the estimated receipts and the expenditure of the government for a particular fiscal year. The Budget is allotted for the upcoming fiscal year, which runs from 1st April to 31st March of the next year. Here is a quick guide on how the Union Budget is prepared