NADRA warns overseas Pakistanis against fraudulent agents
The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has warned overseas Pakistanis against sharing their personal information with unauthorized individuals and organizations falsely claiming to represent the authority. In its advisory, NADRA clarified that it had not authorized any consultants, agents or dealers to process identity documents or submit online applications
Government makes key decision to meet gas demand during winter
ISLAMABAD: The government has decided to import 18 liquefied natural gas (LNG) cargoes to meet the country’s gas requirements during the winter months from November to February, according to sources. Sources said the government would prioritise the import of cheaper LNG from Qatar. However, if supplies from Qatar could not
Hajj, Umrah vaccine procurement scandal, what led to three officials arrests?
ISLAMABAD: The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has arrested three officials, including the head of Border Health Services, in connection with alleged irregularities in the procurement of vaccines for Hajj and Umrah pilgrims. According to sources, the FIA Islamabad carried out an operation in Karachi following Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s notice
B-Form without mother’s CNIC, NADRA clarifies issuance procedure
ISLAMABAD: The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has clarified whether a child’s B-Form can be issued on the basis of the father’s Computerised National Identity Card (CNIC) if the mother does not have her identity card. Speaking on a NADRA podcast, spokesperson Syed Shabahat Ali said the first step
Big Relief for EV Buyers? Govt Proposes Major Cut in Electric Car Import Duty
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has approved a new six-year automotive policy that proposes significant reductions in import duties on electric vehicles (EVs), alongside new levies on larger-engine vehicles. According to the policy document, the government has proposed reducing customs duty on electric vehicles priced up to $75,000 from 50%
Govt Makes Major Decision to Raise Public Service Commission Age Limit and Increase Exam Attempts
KARACHI: The Sindh government has approved a series of reforms to the Sindh Public Service Commission (SPSC), increasing the age limit and the number of attempts allowed for the Combined Competitive Examination (CCE). According to the spokesperson, the above-mentioned decisions were made in a provincial cabinet meeting, which was chaired
HEC LAT Result 2026 Announced – Check Your Result Online
ISLAMABAD: The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has announced the results of the Law Admission Test (LAT) conducted on September 6, 2026, allowing candidates to check their performance online. According to the commission, the results were made available on October 16, 2026, through the Education Testing Council (ETC) portal. Candidates who
FWO Announces New Jobs in Multiple Fields – Check Vacancies and Eligibility
RAWALPINDI: The Frontier Works Organization (FWO) has announced 31 job vacancies for Pakistani nationals in various professional fields, including geology, engineering, finance, information technology, human resources and administration. According to the recruitment details, the available positions are based in Nokundi and offer opportunities for candidates with relevant academic qualifications and
Pakistan Set to Replace Machine-Readable Passports with E-Passports
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is set to discontinue the issuance of machine-readable passports (MRPs) within a month and shift entirely to electronic passports (e-passports), according to Interior Ministry officials. Under the planned transition, passport offices across the country and Pakistani missions abroad will issue only e-passports once the new system takes effect.
NCCIA issues warning to users of public Wi-Fi networks
ISLAMABAD: The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has issued a warning to citizens using free Wi-Fi in public places, cautioning that unsecured networks could expose their personal information, passwords and online accounts to cybercriminals. In its advisory, the agency urged users to exercise caution when connecting mobile phones, laptops
