PIA Tightens Cabin Crew Restrictions Amid Cigarette Smuggling Probe
ISLAMABAD: To curb the alleged misuse of flight duty for carrying cigarettes, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has introduced a new restriction for cabin crew members and warned of disciplinary action for violations. According to a circular issued by PIA management, each cabin crew member can carry only one packet of
HEC Invites Applications for Research Awards 2026-27
ISLAMABAD: To recognize excellence in research, the Higher Education Commission (HEC) has invited Pakistani researchers and scholars to apply for the HEC Research Awards 2026-27. The awards will be given in three categories, Best Researcher, Best Young Researcher and Best Publication- across three broad disciplinary domains. The domains include Social Sciences,
Is M-1 Motorway Open Now? Check Latest Update
PESHAWAR: Despite orders from the authorities concerned to reopen the M-1 Motorway, the route has not yet been fully restored as the clearance operation still continues. An operation to clear the motorway and reopen it has been underway for the past six hours. However, authorities are facing difficulties due to
NCCIA Probe Into Cricketer Mohammad Rizwan Takes New Turn
ISLAMABAD: To complete its ongoing inquiry, the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) is set to contact national cricketer Mohammad Rizwan again for access to his mobile phone for a detailed forensic examination. As per media reports, the agency has contacted Rizwan several times regarding access to his phone, but
Pakistan Rejects Afghan Taliban Allegations Over Nuristan Clashes
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has strongly rejected Afghan Taliban government’s allegations regarding its involvement in clashes in Nuristan and termed such allegations as baseless and false. In a statement issued here on Sunday, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting said neither Pakistan nor its security forces and intelligence agencies were involved in
New Features Added to Pak Hajj App for Pilgrims
ISLAMABAD: To facilitate Hajj pilgrims, the Ministry of Religious Affairs has introduced several new facilities on the Pak Hajj App, allowing intending pilgrims to manage various Hajj-related services from home. The ministry said pilgrims can choose between two-bed, three-bed, family-room or shared accommodation through the app without visiting an office. A
71 Terrorists Killed in 96 Hours in Balochistan Operations
QUETTA: Security forces have killed more than 71 militants in a series of counter-terrorism operations across Balochistan over the past 96 hours, according to a statement issued by Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). ISPR said intelligence agencies had identified multiple hideouts of what it described as Indian-sponsored militants belonging to Fitna
‘PTI Wants Governor’s Rule in KP’: Sher Afzal Marwat Makes Big Claim
ISLAMABAD: National Assembly member Sher Afzal Marwat has claimed that Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) itself wants governor’s rule to be imposed in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa so that the party can portray itself as a “political victim.” While talking to a private news channel, Marwat, a former PTI leader, alleged that PTI leaders
Mohsin Naqvi Orders Action Against Cybercriminals Wherever They Operate
LAHORE: The Pakistani government has decided to further intensify its crackdown on online financial fraud, harassment, and organized cybercrime networks. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi visited the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) Central Zone headquarters in Lahore and chaired a special meeting where he ordered authorities to accelerate action against
Internet Outage Disrupts Mobile Networks, Digital Payment Apps
ISLAMABAD: Internet services have been disrupted in several areas of Islamabad and Rawalpindi, causing difficulties for residents. Mobile data and Wi-Fi services have also been partially affected in some areas. According to the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), the disruption was caused by a cut in an optical fiber cable on
