Authorities extend school hours by one hour
The Sindh government has reversed its earlier decision to abolish the weekly Saturday holiday in educational institutions, announcing that all public and private schools across the province will now observe Saturdays as a weekly off day. To compensate for the lost teaching time and ensure continuity in academic activities, the
FBR imposes Rs5 per unit power tax on steel sector
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has imposed a Rs5 per unit sales tax on electricity consumption for 100 manufacturers in Pakistan’s iron and steel sector, a move that is likely to increase the prices of steel products. According to a new Sales Tax General Order (STGO) issued by the
Is your diet affecting your mental health? Experts point to a common food
Ultra-processed foods have long been associated with a higher risk of physical health problems, but new research suggests they may also have a significant impact on mental health. A study conducted by researchers at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital found that regular consumption of ultra-processed foods particularly artificially
WhatsApp suspends thousands of user accounts, major reason revealed
Thousands of WhatsApp users around the world have reported that their accounts were suddenly suspended without any apparent reason, leaving many unable to access the messaging platform. According to users, WhatsApp displayed a notification stating that their account and device information was being reviewed to verify compliance with the platform’s
Petrol gets costlier, diesel slightly cheaper in one-day price revision
ISLAMABAD: The government has increased the price of petrol by Rs4.45 per litre while reducing the price of high-speed diesel (HSD) by Rs2 per litre for Thursday, Aug. 6, despite a decline in international petroleum prices. According to a notification issued by the Petroleum Division based on the Oil and
Important Update for BISP Beneficiaries as New SIM Card Instructions Announced
ISLAMABAD: The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) has issued important instructions for its beneficiaries regarding the issuance and use of SIM cards under the programme. During an e-Kacheri session, BISP Chairperson Senator Rubina Khalid advised eligible women beneficiaries who have not yet received their free Benazir SIM card from a
KP Govt Announces Key Postings and Transfers of 18 Officers
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Planning and Development (P&D) Department has issued orders for the transfer and appointment of 18 officers across various grades. According to an official notification, Muhammad Ali, previously serving as Director (Technical) M&E South, has been appointed as Chief of Section, Health at P&D Department. Meanwhile,
KIA Picanto No Longer Available for New Bookings in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: The future of the Picanto hatchback in Pakistan appears uncertain as KIA Pakistan removed the model from its official lineup and stopped new bookings. KIA Pakistan did not announce formally about the discontinuation of this model. But from the removal of Picanto from their official website it can be
Big Update for Employees as Finance Ministry Clarifies Salary and Allowance Rules
ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Finance has issued a clarification regarding the revision of basic pay scales and allowances for federal government employees, announcing that certain ad hoc relief allowances will remain frozen at existing levels. As per the notice issued by the ministry, the rate of two ad hoc relief
Sajid Khan’s Spin Brilliance Helps Pakistan Beat West Indies by 8 Wickets
Port of Spain: Pakistan secured a convincing eight-wicket victory over West Indies in the second Test after a dominant bowling performance and a comfortable chase on the fourth day. The spin bowling attack of Pakistan bowled out the West Indies batsmen for 117 runs in the second innings. Both Sajid
