SECP launches scheme allowing retirees to receive monthly income
ISLAMABAD: Employees in Pakistan now have the opportunity to convert their lifelong savings into a structured monthly income after retirement, following the introduction of a new system approved by the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP). The new annuity products aim to strengthen the country’s retirement system and provide
Special committees set up to expedite KP Ramazan relief payments
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has removed obstacles in the disbursement of the Rs 12,500 Ramazan relief package ensuring that the funds reach eligible beneficiaries without delay. Following directives from the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the Social Welfare Department has established special redressal committees to resolve issues faced by
Petrol pump owners announce nationwide shutdown
The Pakistan Petroleum Dealers Association has announced that petrol pumps across Pakistan will remain closed from March 27 if its demands are not met. Addressing a press conference, association leaders Abdul Sami Khan, Amir Khan Mehsud and Tariq Hassan said the government had increased fuel prices in a manner that
G7 countries demands Donald Trump to end Iran war
Leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) have urged US President Donald Trump to bring the ongoing war with Iran to an immediate end, stressing the need to reduce tensions in the region and ensure the security of the strategically important Strait of Hormuz. According to US media reports, during
Advisory issued against fake NADRA websites
ISLAMABAD: The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has identified a fake website impersonating the authority’s visa portal and issued an advisory urging citizens to remain cautious. In a public awareness message, NADRA said a fraudulent website http://www.visa.nadragov.online had been detected which mimics the authority’s official visa portal. According to
Peshawar police foil attack on Mattani police station
PESHAWAR: A terrorist attack on the Mattani Police Station Peshawar was successfully foiled after police responded swiftly and effectively, according to officials. Police said militants belonging to the Fitna al-Khawarij group attempted to target the police station, but officers immediately retaliated, forcing the attackers to flee the scene. Authorities confirmed
Dry weather expected across in most parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
PESHAWAR: According to the Metarological Department On Sunday, most districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa are expected to have dry weather, with partial cloud cover likely in the northern regions during the evening and night. According to the Met office daytime temperatures in the plains are forecasted to range from 30 to
Pakistani army foils infiltration attempt by militants along Chaman border: security sources
CHAMAN: In a swift and decisive action, the Pakistan Army successfully thwarted an infiltration attempt by militants from the Fitna al-Khawarij group along the Chaman border in Balochistan. The attempt involved a group of three to four militants who were trying to breach the security fence. Security sources confirmed that
88 flights from Pakistan canceled amid Middle East tensions
KARACHI: The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has led to the closure of airspaces in several countries, significantly impacting flight operations. Today, a total of 88 flights were canceled in Pakistan, causing major disruptions across multiple cities. Specifically, 57 flights were scheduled to operate to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and
Motorway police launch no fine, only helmet campaign to promote road safety
NOWSHERA: In an effort to promote road safety and protect valuable human lives, the National Highways and Motorway Police have launched a special awareness campaign titled No Fine, Only Helmet across the North Region. Under the guidance of Additional IG North Region Wisaal Fakhar Sultan Raja and Sector Commander North
