Shaukat Khanum Software Scandal: 135,000 Lab Tests Missing as Financial Irregularities Surface
PESHAWAR: An inquiry has reportedly uncovered significant discrepancies in laboratory billing records at Khyber Teaching Hospital (KTH) in Peshawar, with more than 135,000 laboratory tests allegedly missing from the invoicing record and estimated monthly revenue losses of Rs7 million. The alleged irregularities involve a medical information technology (IT) system associated
From Political Turmoil to Peace: Senate and National Assembly Approve Emergency in KP
ISLAMABAD: The Senate has approved the imposition of emergency in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), following a similar endorsement by the National Assembly, as opposition lawmakers staged a walkout during the proceedings. The resolution, presented by Federal Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Tariq Fazal Chaudhry, was approved by the House under the chairmanship
Lost your child’s B-form? here’s how to get replacement
The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has outlined the procedure for obtaining a replacement B-Form if a child’s document is lost. In a statement, NADRA said parents could visit their nearest NADRA Registration Centre or apply for a replacement from home through the Pak ID mobile application. According to
Car sales decline as auto sector, motorcycle sales rise in Pakistan
Passenger car sales in Pakistan declined by 20% month-on-month in September, while overall automobile and motorcycle sales recorded growth, according to the latest industry figures. A total of 10,897 passenger cars were sold in September, down from 13,642 units in August. Sales also fell 10% year-on-year. In contrast, overall auto
Pakistan to train 30,000 youth for overseas employment
The Balochistan government has decided to accelerate efforts to train 30,000 young people for employment opportunities abroad, as part of its broader initiative to promote technical education and skills development. The decision was taken during a meeting of the Balochistan Technical Education and Vocational Training Authority (B-TEVTA), chaired by Chief
PM Shehbaz Sharif announces key decision on wheat prices
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said the government will announce a new wheat price soon after completing consultations with the provinces, stressing that a fair price must be determined before the sowing season begins to ensure adequate returns for farmers and affordable wheat for consumers. Addressing the first meeting of
HEC issues new guidelines on sharing human biological materials abroad
The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has issued new guidelines regulating the transfer of human biological materials and health-related data to foreign countries. Under the guidelines, universities must obtain approval from the National Bioethics Committee before transferring human biological materials abroad. Prior written permission has also been made mandatory for sharing
PM directs doubling of loans for small businesses
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed authorities to increase financing for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) from Rs1.1 trillion to Rs2.2 trillion by 2028 to promote entrepreneurship and strengthen the national economy. The directive was issued during a meeting chaired by the prime minister to review initiatives aimed at supporting
PEMRA issues new directives to satellite TV channels on live coverage of incidents
The Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) has issued new directives to all satellite television channels, instructing news and current affairs broadcasters to avoid live coverage of unpleasant incidents. The authority said the ban on live broadcasts of incidents such as explosions, firing and terrorist attacks remains in place. In
Big News for Pakistanis as Visa-Free Entry Deal with Another Country Advances
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Ethiopia have made progress on a proposed visa exemption agreement for holders of diplomatic and official passports, as the two countries seek to strengthen bilateral trade and economic cooperation. The development was discussed during a meeting between Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan and Ethiopian Ambassador to
