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PTI founder challenges Punjab cabinet’s decision of action against him

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Imran Khan, PTI founder, challenges Punjab Cabinet's decision for legal action against him and other party leaders, filing a petition in Lahore High Court. The petition argues the decision is baseless and politically motivated, aiming to declare it null and void. The cabinet's action follows an inquiry report claiming PTI's involvement in maligning state institutions.
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PM Shehbaz Sharif expands cabinet, inducts This key MNA

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has expanded his federal cabinet by inducting MNA Ali Pervaiz Malik as a state minister. Ali Pervaiz took the oath of office at a ceremony attended by notable figures, including President Asif Ali Zardari, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, and Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb. Ali Pervaiz was elected as MNA from NA-119 constituency of Lahore.
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Balochistan cabinet to be announced after Senate elections

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The Balochistan government plans to form its cabinet after the Senate elections, with the Chief Minister consulting with the People's Party leadership. However, disputes have arisen, with the PML-N demanding more representation than agreed upon. The government fears that this disagreement may lead to the alienation of allied party members.
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IMF ready to send mission to Pakistan after cabinet formation

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The International Monetary Fund is set to send a mission to Pakistan for the second economic review following the formation of PM Shehbaz Sharif’s cabinet. The focus is on completing the Stand-By Program ending in April 2024. The IMF aims to work with the new government on economic stability, as Pakistan plans to seek a $6 to 8 billion loan program.
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Nawaz Sharif chairs PML-N meeting to ‘finalise Punjab cabinet’

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Nawaz Sharif chaired a PML-N consultative meeting in Lahore to finalize the first phase of the Punjab cabinet, focusing on key ministerial appointments including law, information, finance, and food. Maryam Nawaz was recently elected as Punjab's first female chief minister, receiving a guard of honor at the Punjab CM House.
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Cabinet approves works on Iran-Pakistan gas pipeline

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The federal cabinet has approved initial works on the Iran-Pakistan gas pipeline, involving the laying of an 80-km segment from Gwadar to the Iran border. Estimated at $150.8 million, the project will be funded by Gas Infrastructure Development Cess. It is anticipated to address Pakistan's energy needs and boost economic activity.
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Cabinet approves Ramzan Relief Package

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The federal cabinet approved a Ramzan relief package for 2024 worth Rs7.49 billion to provide subsidies to targeted beneficiaries of the Benazir Income Support Programme. The Economic Coordination Committee also approved proposals for wheat imports and export facilitation schemes, as well as tariff rationalization and the commissioning of a thermal power plant.
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Federal Cabinet Approval: A Must for MOUs with Foreign Countries

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The caretaker government has made a significant decision to require the approval of the federal cabinet for Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with foreign countries. This development, as reported by sources, marks a shift from the previous practice where only the approval of the Prime Minister was deemed compulsory.