Power sector reforms, faulty electricity meters to be replaced within a month
ISLAMABAD: Consumers will now have faulty electricity meters replaced within one month, following a major reduction in the replacement timeline announced by the Gujranwala Electric Power Company (GEPCO) as part of the government’s ongoing power sector reforms. According to the Power Division, the reforms introduced by the Ministry of Energy
Pakistani boxer Qudrat Ullah reportedly goes missing after commonwealth games in Glasgow
ISLAMABAD: Pakistani boxer Qudrat Ullah has reportedly gone missing in Glasgow following the conclusion of the Commonwealth Games, according to informed sources. Sources said Qudrat Ullah had travelled to Scotland as part of the official Pakistani contingent but did not return to Pakistan with the rest of the delegation after
Torrential rain swells streams, floodwater enters homes in Swat
SWAT: Torrential rain lashed parts of Swat, causing seasonal streams to overflow in several areas and disrupting normal life. According to local reports, rain-fed streams overflowed in Amankot, Qambar, Shaheed Abad, Udigram and Kanju, with water flowing onto roads and affecting the movement of traffic. Floodwater also entered several houses
Hajj 2027: Government Set to Open Applications This Week
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is expected to begin receiving applications for the Government Hajj Scheme 2027 later this week, according to sources familiar with the matter. The Ministry of Religious Affairs is expected to formally announce the Hajj policy in the coming days. Under the proposed arrangements, around 60 percent of Pakistan’s
Govt Cuts Petrol Price by Rs4.08, Diesel Rate Also Reduced
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has announced a reduction in petroleum product prices providing some relief to consumers amid ongoing fuel price adjustments. The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has issued a notification for the revised petroleum prices under the government’s amended petroleum pricing mechanism. According to a press release
ANP Slams PMDC Ban on Doctors with Afghan Medical Degrees
PESHAWAR: Awami National Party (ANP) has opposed the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council’s (PMDC) decision to restrict Pakistani doctors holding medical degrees from Afghanistan from practising in the country, calling for a review of the policy. ANP Spokesperson said linking students’ educational futures and professional careers with changes in international
Good News for Travellers as New Saudi Airline Starts Pakistan Flight Bookings
ISLAMABAD: Saudi Arabia’s new national carrier, Riyadh Air has started ticket bookings for flights to Pakistan as the airline prepares to launch its operations in the country. The airline has opened public ticket sales for flights connecting Riyadh with Islamabad and Lahore, marking an expansion of its growing international network
Two Schoolgirls Killed, One Rescued in Mansehra Flash Flood
MANSEHRA: Two schoolgirls lost their lives while another was rescued after they were swept away by a flash flood in Mansehra on Monday, police said. Police stated that the tragedy took place in Boz Bela Jabori, where a sudden increase in the flow of Siran River resulted in the sweeping
Dreaming of Becoming a CSP Officer? CSS 2027 MPT Applications Open
ISLAMABAD: The Federal Public Service Commission (FPSC) has started accepting applications online for MCQ-based Preliminary Test (MPT) for the CSS Competitive Examination 2027. According to FPSC, applications for this purpose will remain open till August 3 to August 20, 2026. The preliminary examination will be conducted on September 27, 2026,
Why Was Mohammad Abbas Dropped? Babar Azam Breaks Silence
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan captain Babar Azam has explained why experienced fast bowler Mohammad Abbas was left out of the playing XI for the second Test against the West Indies. The decision surprised many cricket followers as Abbas had delivered a match-winning performance in the first Test, claiming eight wickets, including a
