Power consumers will face 3-Month hike under quarterly tariff adjustment
Electricity consumers are likely to face higher bills for the next three months as the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) considers a request to impose a quarterly tariff adjustment. NEPRA has reserved its decision on an application filed by power distribution companies seeking approval to pass on a financial
Kerosene becomes slightly cheaper as govt announces new price
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has reduced the price of kerosene oil by 41 paisa per litre, bringing it down from Rs289.68 to Rs289.27 per litre. According to a notification issued by the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA), the revised price will remain effective for the prescribed period. The Finance
PTA blocks over 1.54 million URLs across various content categories
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has blocked more than 1.065 million URLs containing or linked to obscene content on social media platforms, according to official documents. The documents show that 563 URLs related to obscene content are currently under review, while 9,528 have been rejected. More than 1.065 million
How much will government employees GP fund be? notification issued
The Punjab government has issued a notification regarding the General Provident Fund (GP Fund) of regular government employees, setting the profit rate on GP Fund balances at 12.05 per cent for the financial year 2025-26. The GP Fund is a mandatory monthly deduction from the salaries of government employees, which
NADRA introduces ATM-style machines for easier access to services
The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has introduced self-service kiosks to make access to basic identity-related services easier and more convenient for citizens. The new machines, which resemble ATMs, allow citizens to access several NADRA services without having to wait in long queues or visit a service counter. These
PTI Rift Deepens as Salman Akram Raja and Mashal Yousafzai Trade Allegations
ISLAMABAD: Differences within Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) have intensified as senior party leaders Salman Akram Raja and Mashal Yousafzai exchanged sharp allegations and criticism. Raja, the PTI secretary general, questioned the allegations being made during discussions about launching a political movement. He said recent developments should make it clear why such
Govt Employees’ Pension System Changes as New Scheme Takes Effect
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has begun implementing a new pension system for government employees under the Defined Contribution Pension Fund Scheme 2024. The rules for the scheme have been issued, officially moving the Defined Contribution Pension Fund Scheme 2024 into its operational phase. The federal government has directed all ministries,
DC Announces Closure of Five Islamabad Hiking Trails
ISLAMABAD: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Islamabad has announced the closure of five hiking trails to the general public on Thursday, August 13, 2026. The closure will apply to Trail 2, Trail 3, Trail 4, Trail 5, and the trail located behind Saidpur Village of Islamabad. The district administration has advised
Sorab: 18 Militants, 3 Civilians Killed After IED Vehicle Blast, ISPR Says
QUETTA: Eighteen militants affiliated with Fitna al-Hindustan were killed in separate incidents in Balochistan’s Sorab district after an explosives-laden vehicle detonated prematurely, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). According to the military’s media wing, militants were preparing an explosives-laden vehicle on the morning of August 12, 2026, when it
Heavy rain lashes Islamabad and Rawalpindi
ISLAMABAD: Heavy rain lashed the twin cities of Islamabad and Rawalpindi on Wednesday inundating low-lying areas, flooding main roads. The downpour began early in the morning and continued for several hours. Residents of low-lying areas remained busy draining water from their houses. According to the Meteorological Department, Rawalpindi received 103mm
