Annual population report: NADRA shares latest figures
ISLAMABAD: The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) reports that 97 percent of the country’s population is officially registered. NADRA has submitted an annual report to the Ministry of Interior, and spokesperson Shabahat Ali released performance data in a video statement. According to the spokesperson, the number of registered citizens
Good news: govt plans major changes in electricity, gas prices
ISLAMABAD: There is good news for low-income earners who are concerned about high electricity and gas bills. The majority of Pakistan’s population is worried about these rising utility costs, with many individuals facing bills that exceed their income, creating significant financial strain. However, a change is on the horizon. The
Motorway police announce comprehensive plan to manage Eid traffic
ISLAMABAD: The Motorway Police has formulated a special traffic management strategy in view of the expected heavy rush on motorways during the Eid holidays, officials said on Sunday. According to a spokesperson, strict legal action will be taken against motorists found violating lane discipline on all motorways to ensure smooth
Islamabad decides to make M-Tag mandatory for motorcycles
ISLAMABAD: The district administration has decided to install M-tags on motorcycles. Citizens will be able to obtain M-tags quickly, along with their bikes, ownership documents, and identity cards. In a message posted on the social media platform X, the Deputy Commissioner of Islamabad announced that the M-tag service for motorcycles
NADRA announces restrictions on birthdate changes
ISLAMABAD: The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has issued new instructions regarding changes or corrections to citizens’ dates of birth. NADRA requires people to obtain court orders from Union Council, Cantonment Board, or Municipal Corporation before they can alter their birth certificate date of birth records. The authority established
Pakistan targets seven terrorist hideouts in Afghanistan, 40 militants killed
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s cross-border operation targeting seven alleged terrorist hideouts in Afghanistan has resulted in additional militant casualties, with 12 more deaths confirmed, bringing the total number of militants killed to 40, according to security sources. According to security sources, the intelligence-based operation targeted militant camps and facilities which militant groups
Pakistan strikes seven sites in Afghanistan, 28 militants reportedly killed
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has carried out a major cross-border operation targeting seven alleged terrorist hideouts in Afghanistan, with the number of militants killed rising to 28, according to security sources. The operation targeted specific locations which intelligence showed to be used by militant groups who conducted terrorist attacks across Pakistan. Sources
Pakistan confirms strikes on terrorist hideouts in Afghanistan after recent terror attacks
ISLAMABAD: In the aftermath of recent suicide bombing incidents in Pakistan, including Imam Bargah at Islamabad, one each in Bajaur and Bannu followed by another incident today in Bannu during the holy month of Ramzan, Pakistan has conclusive evidence that these acts of terrorism were perpetrated by Khwarij on behest
Youtuber Adil Raja crosses all limits, supports Afghanistan against Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: YouTuber Adil Raja, previously associated with Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), has reportedly assumed a spokesperson role for Afghanistan. Critics have expressed surprise at those who remain silent on terrorist attacks in Pakistan but immediately speak out when operations are conducted against militants, often invoking religion. Analysts say such individuals should
Terrorist centers destroyed across four Afghan provinces, over 10 militants killed
ISLAMABAD: Afghan media reports claimed that airstrikes have targeted and destroyed terrorist facilities in the eastern provinces of Paktika, Paktia, Khost, and Nangarhar. The operation resulted in the death of more than ten militants while the military destroyed several militant hideouts. The strikes specifically targeted strongholds that extremist groups used
