Digital Hajj Registration Surpasses 300,000 Applicants for 2027-2030
ISLAMABAD: More than 300,000 aspiring pilgrims have registered through the digital Hajj registration system for the 2027 to 2030 Hajj seasons, according to official data. The registration process, conducted through the Hajj portal developed by the National Information Technology Board (NITB), has attracted a large number of applicants seeking to
Pakistan Bars Overseas Citizens from Travelling on Expired NICOPs
ISLAMABAD: The Government of Pakistan has issued new travel instructions for overseas Pakistanis, stating that passengers will no longer be allowed to travel to Pakistan from abroad using an invalid, expired, or cancelled National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP). According to official directives, airlines operating flights to Pakistan have
Portrait of Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir Goes Viral on Social Media, Draws Praise for Artist’s Skill
ISLAMABAD: A detailed portrait of Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir has gone viral on social media, receiving widespread appreciation from users who have praised the artist’s talent and attention to detail. A video circulating on various social media platforms shows the artist carefully working on the portrait, using exceptional precision
National Savings Announces Results of Rs. 750 Prize Bond
LAHORE: National Savings Centre has announced the results of the 107th computerized draw for the Rs. 750 Prize Bond held in Lahore. The first prize of Rs. 1.5 million was won by prize bond number 976106.The three second prizes of Rs. 500,000 each went to bond numbers 350211, 604285, and
Punjab bans social media for children under 16
In a landmark resolution, the Punjab Assembly has banned children under the age of 16 from accessing social media platforms, marking a significant push toward strengthening online child protection in Pakistan’s most populous province. The resolution calls on the federal government and the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) to develop an
Crude oil prices recorded increase in Global market
The energy crisis has resurfaced due to tensions between the US and Iran, with crude oil prices recording a large increase in global markets. Global financial markets were in turmoil on Tuesday, as renewed military clashes between the US and Iran have raised concerns about disruptions to oil supplies from
Govt mulling options to change petrol prices on daily basis
Following the continued rise in crude oil prices in global markets, there is growing concern that petroleum products will become more expensive in Pakistan as well, while the government has begun considering a change to the current pricing mechanism. Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervez Malik has said that recommendations
Job seekers advise to beware of overseas employment scam
ISLAMABAD: The Bureau of Emigration and Overseas Employment (BEOE) has warned Pakistanis seeking jobs abroad to remain vigilant against fraudulent schemes and avoid paying money to travel agencies for overseas employment or work visas. In an advisory, the bureau clarified that travel agencies are legally authorised only to provide travel-related
Pakistan LNG limited floats new spot tender for LNG cargo
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan LNG Limited (PLL) has issued another tender for the procurement of a spot liquefied natural gas (LNG) cargo, seeking bids from international suppliers. According to PLL, bids must be submitted by tomorrow and will be opened on the same day. The tender is for LNG deliveries scheduled between
Ali Pervaiz Malik issues key statement on petroleum prices, fuel supply
ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik has assured that Pakistan has adequate petroleum reserves and is not facing any immediate risk of fuel supply disruptions. Speaking during a private television programme, the minister said Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif had tasked him with overseeing the situation when petroleum prices
