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Federal govt raises petrol, diesel prices

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ISLAMABAD: Federal government has announced an increase in the prices of petrol and high-speed diesel under its latest fuel price review, according to an official notification.

The notification said the price of petrol has been increased by Rs4.93 per liter, taking the new retail price to Rs320.73 per liter.

The price of high-speed diesel has been raised by Rs7.15 per liter, the government said. The revised diesel price will apply in accordance with the official notification.

The latest increase comes amid ongoing fluctuations in global oil prices and follows the government’s periodic review of domestic petroleum product prices.

Federal govt extends austerity measures to curb government spending

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ISLAMABAD: Federal government has decided to continue austerity measures during the current fiscal year as part of efforts to control public expenditure, according to official sources.

Sources said the federal cabinet has approved the continuation of cost-cutting measures, and the Cabinet Division has forwarded the decision to the Ministry of Finance for implementation. A formal notification is expected to be issued soon.

Under the decision, all federal government posts that have remained vacant for the past three years will be abolished, while the creation of new positions will remain prohibited.

The government will also maintain a ban on the purchase of all types of official vehicles, machinery and equipment during the current fiscal year.

Restrictions on government-funded overseas medical treatment and non-essential foreign travel for public officials will also remain in place.

The measures are part of the government’s broader strategy to reduce expenditures and strengthen fiscal discipline amid ongoing economic challenges.

Federal Govt decides to shift PTI founder from Adiala Jail to hospital

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ISLAMABAD: The federal government has decided to transfer the founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and former prime minister Imran Khan, from Adiala Jail to a hospital in view of his health condition.

Federal Minister for Parliamentary Affairs, Tariq Fazal Chaudhry, confirmed the development, stating that the decision was taken after considering the PTI founder’s medical condition.

According to the minister, arrangements have also been made to facilitate communication between Imran Khan and his sons.

Tariq Fazal Chaudhry emphasized that the government prioritizes humanitarian considerations and legal requirements, adding that providing facilities to every inmate in accordance with the law remains the state’s responsibility.

Federal Govt constitutes medical panel for PTI founder Imran Khan

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RAWALPINDI: The federal government has formed a two-doctor medical panel to examine Imran Khan, founder of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf and former prime minister.

According to sources, the panel consists of Dr. Amjad and Dr. Nadeem Qureshi. The doctors are expected to conduct a medical examination shortly, after which a decision will be made regarding whether Imran Khan should be transferred to a hospital.

Earlier, Federal Minister for Information Atta Tarar stated that further medical evaluation would continue for Imran Khan’s ongoing eye treatment.

 In a tweet, he mentioned that the PTI founder would be treated by ophthalmology specialists at a specialized medical facility, and a detailed report of the examination and treatment would be submitted to the Supreme Court of Pakistan.

The minister also urged the public to avoid speculation regarding the treatment of the PTI founder.

Meanwhile, A bail petition has been filed in the Islamabad High Court seeking suspension of the sentence against Imran Khan, founder of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, in the Toshakhana case.

The petition was submitted by barristers Salman Safdar and Khalid Yousuf Chaudhry, who also filed a miscellaneous application for early hearing regarding the 190 million-pound case.

The petition states that Imran Khan is suffering from a serious condition in his right eye, diagnosed by Dr. Muhammad Arif at PIMS Hospital.

Due to a blood clot, his vision in the right eye has been severely affected, with only 15% remaining functional. The petition argues that treatment for this condition is not possible while in jail.

It further notes that at the age of 73, Imran Khan requires bail to undergo urgent medical treatment.

In response to journalists’ questions, barrister Salman Safdar clarified that Imran Khan reported that PIMS doctors informed him—after tests and research—that he has lost 85% of vision in his right eye.