Good news for beneficiaries: Benazir Kafalat Program increases financial assistance
ISLAMABAD: The government has announced an increased financial support for the Benazir Income Support Program Kafalat program which serves beneficiaries of the program. The BISP chairperson, Senator Rubina Khalid announced program details to recipients through a special video message. The public learned from Senator Khalid’s message that the Benazir Kafalat
Pakistan receives 532 returnees as tensions rise in Iran
QUETTA: Due to escalating tensions in Iran, the process of Pakistani citizens returning through the border towns of Tafftan and Gabd Rindian in the Balochistan province is ongoing. The border areas between Pakistan and Iran permit citizens from both countries to cross into Pakistan. Gwadar Deputy Commissioner Naqeeb Ullah Kakhar
NADRA cancels 4.2 million identity cards, reason revealed
ISLAMABAD: In a major push for data accuracy, the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has cancelled 4.2 million Computerised National Identity Cards (CNICs) belonging to deceased citizens after successfully synchronising civil registration records with the National Citizen Database. This massive cleanup was initiated when a cross-comparison with union councils
Azerbaijan announces fully funded scholarships for Pakistani students
ISLAMABAD: The Azerbaijan government has opened applications for fully funded scholarships for Pakistani students to pursue undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral studies. According to an official announcement from the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan, the initiative is part of the “Heydar Aliyev International Educational Grant Program” for the 2026 and
Public jirga held in Nokundi under chairmanship of IG-FC Balochistan (South)
NOKUNDI: Inspector General Frontier Corps (IG FC) Balochistan (South) chaired a high-level public jirga in Nokundi to discuss regional security, border management, and the eradication of human trafficking. The gathering saw full participation from the district administration, political and social leaders, local elders, and area dignitaries. During the session, participants
Key issues reviewed in Chaghi coordination committee meeting chaired by IGFC Balochistan (South)
An important meeting of the Chagai District Coordination Committee was held under the chairmanship of IGFC Balochistan (South) in which the District Commissioner, District Police Officer, District Administration Chagai and other important officials of institutions and departments participated. The objective of the meeting was to take a detailed review of
Suparco issues prediction for Eid ul-Fitr moon sighting
The Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) has provided preliminary information on the Shawwal moon, indicating there may be 30 fasts in the country this year. According to the SPARCO statement, the birth of the Shawwal moon will be on March 19 at 6:23 am, while the age
Gold prices increase in Pakistan, check latest rates here
Gold prices continue to increase in Pakistani and global gold markets, as the precious metal increased with 3700 rupee in Per Tola while the price of 10 gram increased Rs 3172. According to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewelers Association, gold per tola in the country has now reached Rs
OGRA rejects news regarding increase in LPG prices
The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has strongly rejected the news spread regarding the increase in LPG prices in the country. According to OGRA, no new notification has been issued, and LPG prices come into effect on the first of every month. The statement clarified that every claim or
Four large consignment of LPG arrive at Port Qasim
Despite the ongoing tense situation in the Middle East, there are signs of improvement in the supply of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) in Pakistan. After the arrival of petrol, four large LPG ships have also anchored at Port Qasim. According to the chairman of the LPG Distributors Association, ample reserves





