How to protect your SIM and digital accounts, Know the essential steps
As cybercrime continues to rise, protecting mobile SIMs and digital accounts has become increasingly important to prevent unauthorised access and financial losses. With the rapid growth of social media, cybercriminals are using various methods to target unsuspecting users and gain access to their personal and financial information. The Pakistan Telecommunication
Major action against heads of government schools with zero per cent results
LAHORE: The Punjab School Education Department has decided to take departmental action against heads of government schools that recorded a zero per cent pass rate in the Class 9 examinations. The department has sought complete details of schools across the province where none of the students managed to pass the
Public transport fares rise again in Peshawar amid fuel price hike
PESHAWAR: The continued increase in petrol and diesel prices has led to another hike in public and goods transport fares in Peshawar, adding to the financial burden on commuters and businesses. According to transporters, passengers travelling from Peshawar to Rawalpindi, Lahore, Karachi and other major cities will now have to
Govt issues third LNG tender for September
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has issued its third tender for the procurement of liquefied natural gas (LNG) for September, seeking bids for a cargo scheduled for delivery between Sept 12 and 16. Pakistan LNG Limited (PLL) has invited international suppliers to submit bids for the LNG cargo. The deadline for submission is
Motorway Police urge public to report traffic violations on highways
ISLAMABAD: The National Highways and Motorway Police (NHMP) has urged citizens to report traffic violations committed by motorists on motorways to help improve road safety. According to the motorway police, passengers can record a photo or video of a traffic violation and submit it to the relevant authorities for necessary
Global oil prices rise further, Brent crude crosses $96 barrel
Global crude oil prices rose again in international markets, driven by escalating tensions in the Middle East and growing concerns over disruptions to global energy supplies. According to the latest market data, US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude rose 18 cents, or 0.20 per cent, to $91.48 per barrel. Brent
Operation Rad-ul-Fitna 3: Security forces foil BLA roadblock, kill eight militants in Kharan
Security forces have killed eight militants of the banned Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) during an operation in Kharan district of Balochistan after the militants set up a roadblock to stop and loot vehicles carrying civilians. According to security sources, the militants had established a checkpoint on a road in Kharan,
Who Can Get NADRA’s Free Proof-of-Life Certificate?
ISLAMABAD: The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has introduced a free Proof-of-Life Certificate service for eligible elderly pensioners, allowing them to complete the verification process from home through the PakID mobile app. NADRA has also explained for whom this facility will be available among government employees and pensioners. According
Good News for E-Passport Applicants as NADRA Expands Services
ISLAMABAD: Citizens seeking e-passports will be able to access passport services at all National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) centres across Pakistan from September 7, according to an official spokesperson. The facility will allow citizens to apply for e-passport renewals and reprints at NADRA centres, including those in Karachi and
Pakistan Needs More Local Leaders like Sadiq Khan, Mamdani: Naqvi
ISLAMABAD: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has called for a positive approach to the debate over the creation of new provinces, saying the people should be allowed to decide what administrative structure they want. Speaking to Azad Digital, Naqvi said detailed discussions were underway on the issue of new provinces and
