Passport fee payment system to become more user-friendly
The Directorate General of Immigration and Passports has initiated measures to simplify Pakistan’s cashless passport fee payment system, aiming to make the process more convenient, transparent, and efficient for the public. During a visit to the Passport Office headquarters, Director General Muhammad Ali Randhawa reviewed the digital payment system and
Authorities extend school hours by one hour
The Sindh government has reversed its earlier decision to abolish the weekly Saturday holiday in educational institutions, announcing that all public and private schools across the province will now observe Saturdays as a weekly off day. To compensate for the lost teaching time and ensure continuity in academic activities, the
FBR imposes Rs5 per unit power tax on steel sector
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has imposed a Rs5 per unit sales tax on electricity consumption for 100 manufacturers in Pakistan’s iron and steel sector, a move that is likely to increase the prices of steel products. According to a new Sales Tax General Order (STGO) issued by the
Petrol gets costlier, diesel slightly cheaper in one-day price revision
ISLAMABAD: The government has increased the price of petrol by Rs4.45 per litre while reducing the price of high-speed diesel (HSD) by Rs2 per litre for Thursday, Aug. 6, despite a decline in international petroleum prices. According to a notification issued by the Petroleum Division based on the Oil and
Big Update for Employees as Finance Ministry Clarifies Salary and Allowance Rules
ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Finance has issued a clarification regarding the revision of basic pay scales and allowances for federal government employees, announcing that certain ad hoc relief allowances will remain frozen at existing levels. As per the notice issued by the ministry, the rate of two ad hoc relief
When Will Eid Milad-un-Nabi Be Celebrated? PMD Gives Important Update
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a forecast regarding the sighting of the moon for Rabi-ul-Awwal 1448 Hijri, stating that the first day of the Islamic month is expected to fall on Saturday, August 15. According to predictions made by PMD, the moon of Rabi-ul-Awwal is not expected
Punjab Mass Transit Authority announces jobs with PKR 0.5 million salary
The Punjab Mass Transit Authority (PMA) has announced seven job opportunities for professionals and drivers in Lahore and Rawalpindi. The latest vacancies include senior management positions as well as driver posts, offering monthly salaries ranging from Rs. 60,000 to Rs. 480,000. According to the details, PMA has opened one position
Islamabad traffic police issue traffic plan for Aug 5 Youm-e-Istehsal walk
ISLAMABAD: Islamabad Traffic Police (ITP) has issued a special traffic management plan for today, Aug 5, in connection with the Youm-e-Istehsal walk scheduled to take place from D-Chowk to the Foreign Office. According to the traffic advisory, both carriageways from D-Chowk to the Foreign Office will remain closed to all
Customers Paying by Card at Petrol Pumps to Enjoy Discounts
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has introduced new steps to encourage cashless payments at petrol pumps across the country. Under the new policy, all fuel stations will be required to enable Raast QR code payments by January 31, 2027, making digital transactions more accessible nationwide. To reduce the cost
Scholarship opportunity for Pakistani students abroad
ISLAMABAD: The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has announced an undergraduate scholarship opportunity for Pakistani students to pursue Information Technology (IT) studies at the Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT) for the September/October 2026 academic intake. According to the HEC, eligible Pakistani and AJK nationals are encouraged to apply for
