Ali Hasan Zehri removed from Balochistan cabinet
QUETTA: Ali Hasan Zehri has been removed from the provincial cabinet of Balochistan, according to official sources. The decision was approved by Governor Balochistan Jaffar Khan Mandokhail on the advice of Chief Minister Sarfaraz Bugti. The Chief Secretary issued a formal notification about Zehri’s cabinet removal after the governor approved
AI education now compulsory for all students across Pakistan
PESHAWAR: The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has directed all public and private universities in Pakistan to establish a required three-credit Artificial Intelligence (AI) course, which they must teach to all undergraduate and postgraduate students. The HEC informed university leaders through its official letter that institutions must teach AI education because
Pakistan, US sign MoU on Roosevelt Hotel cooperation
Pakistan and the US have officially launched a strategic economic cooperation regarding the Roosevelt Hotel in New York, for which a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed between Pakistan and the US. According to the Federal Ministry of Finance, cooperation has been reached with the US General Services Administration
Apple is set to begin manufacturing iphones in Pakistan
Apple is officially setting to start iPhone manufacturing and refurbishing locally. This strategic move falls under the proposed Mobile and Electronics Manufacturing Framework. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is currently reviewing this framework for final approval. Initially, Apple will focus on repairing and refurbishing 2 to 3 years old iPhones. The
New eligibility criteria announced for Prime Minister’s Youth free laptop scheme
The Government of Pakistan has recently announced updated eligibility criteria for the Prime Minister’s Youth Free Laptop Scheme. Changes in Eligibility According to official sources, the scheme now incorporates several new criteria in addition to merit: Applicants must be enrolled in a public or recognised university or college. The scheme
Broiler chicken prices rise as Ramazan begins
The price of broiler meat has risen in the city’s open market. Following an increase of Rs 14, the price of chicken meat has gone up from Rs 461 to Rs 475 per kilogram. However, citizens are experiencing some relief in the Ramadan markets, where chicken meat is being sold
HEC announces schedule for LAW-GAT 2026 exam
ISLAMABAD: The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has announced the schedule for the Law Graduate Assessment Test (LAW-GAT) 2026 through its Education Testing Council (ETC). The test is mandatory for all law graduates who wish to register as advocates in Pakistan. Graduates who hold an LLB or equivalent degree from a
Pakistan extends airspace ban on India for another month
KARACHI: Pakistan has once again extended its ban on Indian aircraft flying over its airspace for another month. According to a NOTAM (Notice to Airmen) issued by the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA), Indian military and civilian aircraft will not be allowed to enter or cross over Pakistani airspace until
Electricity prices likely to rise following increase in petroleum products
ISLAMABAD: Following a rise in petroleum product prices, electricity rates in Pakistan may also see an increase. The Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA) has submitted a request to the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) for an upward adjustment in the January monthly fuel adjustment. NEPRA will conduct a hearing
Ramzan relief: Govt promises zero load shedding at Sehri & Iftar
ISLAMABAD: The Federal Minister for Energy, Awais Leghari, has announced that there will be no load shedding during Sehri and Iftar times in the holy month of Ramzan. The minister announced in his statement, saying that the government is keen to provide maximum relief to the citizens during the holy
