Massive 100,000 electric bikes program announced for students
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has announced the distribution of 100,000 electric bikes to students across the province as part of a major youth mobility and clean transportation initiative. During her speech at the 21st convocation ceremony of Lahore College for Women University, the Punjab CM observed that her
Trump praises Pakistan’s role in peace talks, applauds PM Shehbaz, Field Marshal Asim Munir
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump has once again praised Pakistan’s mediation role in the ongoing Iran negotiations, calling Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir “outstanding leaders” for their efforts in facilitating dialogue. Speaking to reporters, Trump pointed out that negotiations with Iran will be successful if the
Big relief for pensioners: Verification made easy with new digital system
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has announced the launch of a modern digital life certificate system aimed at simplifying pension verification for over 1.7 million pensioners across Pakistan. According to sources at the Ministry of Finance, the new system, developed by NADRA, will allow pensioners to confirm their status without visiting
NHMP promotes 447 officers, including female personnel
The National Highways and Motorway Police (NHMP) held a prestigious rank-pinning ceremony at the Central Police Office in Islamabad to celebrate the promotion of 447 officers to the rank of Assistant Patrol Officer. Inspector General Sultan Ahmed Chaudhry served as the chief guest, personally attaching badges to 52 of the
Pakistan witnesses 300% surge in terror attacks since Taliban takeover in Afghanistan: Anas Mallick
ISLAMABAD: Islamabad-based senior journalist Anas Malik on Tuesday said that since the Taliban took over in Afghanistan, there has been a horrific increase of 300 per cent in terrorist attacks in Pakistan and 500 per cent in suicide bombings. Sharing a BBC report, he said in a message on X
Who is Anmol Pinki arrested in Karachi?
In a late-night joint operation, Karachi police and a civilian intelligence agency apprehended a “high-profile” female fugitive accused of managing a sophisticated cocaine distribution ring. The suspect, identified as Anmol (alias Pinky), was captured during a raid conducted by the Garden Police Station team. Law enforcement officials described her as
Suparco reveals likely date of Eidul-Azha in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (Suparco) has announced that Eid-ul-Azha is likely to be observed across the country on May 27, 2026. According to a spokesperson, there are bright prospects for sighting the Dhul-Hijjah 1447 AH crescent on the evening of May 17. The new moon
Petrol prices may rise further as global crude oil market surges
ISLAMABAD: Amid a surge in global crude oil prices, the government is expected to announce another hike in petrol and diesel prices this week, a move likely to further fuel national inflation. With Brent crude nearing $110 per barrel and US crude trading above $100, the rising costs—driven by global
Senator Kumar proposes to allow Iranian petrol imports to slash prices to Rs. 300 per Litre
ISLAMABAD: A proposal has been made in the Senate that the people of Balochistan should be allowed to bring petrol from Iran and sell it in the country, which will make petrol available in Pakistan at Rs 300 per litre. Speaking during the Senate session, Senator Danesh Kumar said that
Two held in India over ‘Made in Pakistan’ label on Seminary fan
Two men were detained for questioning after police were informed that a fan inside a madrassa(Seminary) allegedly carried a “Made in Pakistan” label, officials said. The matter drew attention after a picture of the fan was widely shared on social media, leading to calls for a detailed investigation. According to officials,
