Pakistan celebrates Eidul Azha with religious fervour
ISLAMABAD: Eidul Azha is being celebrated across Pakistan with deep religious devotion, enthusiasm, and traditional solemnity, as millions of Muslims attended Eid prayers in cities and towns nationwide. Large congregations were held in major cities including Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore, Peshawar, and Rawalpindi, where worshippers offered Eid prayers in mosques, Eidgahs,
Anmol Pinky case takes new turn as key details emerge
KARACHI: A decision has been made to transfer drug dealer Anmol, also known as Pinky, to the Sindh Institute of Urology and Transplantation (SIUT) for medical treatment. The Sindh Home Department has issued a letter requesting the transfer and ensuring security for Anmol Pinky, who is implicated in 23 cases.
European luxury carmaker Ferrari launches its first electric luxury car
European luxury carmaker Ferrari has launched its first electric luxury car, the Luce, which has received mixed reactions from users on social media. The design of Ferrari’s new 5-seater electric car was heavily criticized by some users, while many called it a departure from the company’s traditional style. One user
NADRA introduces new rules for first-time CNIC applicants
ISLAMABAD: The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has introduced a significant change in the issuance process of Computerised National Identity Cards (CNICs), making signatures optional for first-time applicants. As per sources, this initiative has been undertaken in order to help out citizens especially the illiterates and those who cannot
Budget 2026–27 may bring relief for govt employees
ISLAMABAD: The federal government is considering a proposal to increase salaries of government employees by 10% in the upcoming budget for fiscal year 2026–27, according to official sources. The budget is expected to be presented on June 5, while the economic survey for the current fiscal year is likely to
Govt introduces QR Code system for electricity subsidies
ISLAMABAD: The government has introduced a new QR code-based system to streamline electricity subsidy distribution for low-consumption domestic users under the Federal Cross Subsidy Program 2026. Domestic consumers consuming electricity of less than 200 units a month will get their subsidies verified through this system as per the statements of
PPP announces schedule for Bilawal Bhutto, Aseefa Bhutto visits to Gilgit-Baltistan
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari and Member of National Assembly Bibi Aseefa Bhutto Zardari will go to Gilgit-Baltistan for the election campaign. A total of eight election rallies will be held in this regard. According to the PPP media cell, PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari
Field Marshal Asim Munir holds informal meeting with Chinese PM Li Keqiang
Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, the Army Chief and Chief of Defence Forces, held an informal meeting with Chinese Prime Minister Li Keqiang. The meeting took place during a grand reception ceremony at the Great Hall of the People. During this occasion, the Chinese Prime Minister warmly shook hands with
World appreciates Field Marshal’s efforts as Iran-US deal near completion: PM Shehbaz
Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif has said that Iran-US relations are moving in the right direction, for which Field Marshal Asim Munir has played an important role. Addressing a ceremony held at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif said that Field Marshal Asim Munir has
PTA tightens SIM rules to curb illegal registrations
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has announced an extension in the SIM disown period as part of efforts to curb illegal mobile SIM issuance and unauthorized registrations. According to Pakistan Telecommunication Authority, the time period of disowning a SIM has been raised from 60 days to 365 days for curbing
