Rising Petrol Prices: Govt Considers Three-Day Smart Lockdown
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has once again begun considering imposing a “smart lockdown” across Pakistan in response to rising petroleum prices amid the ongoing US-Iran war. According to Samaa TV report, under the proposal being discussed, Friday, Saturday and Sunday could be designated as holidays, with restrictions imposed on unnecessary
Electrical Fault Most Likely Cause of PIMS Nursery Fire, Inquiry Report Finds
ISLAMABAD: The most likely cause of the fire that broke out at the PIMS Early Childhood Care (ECH) Nursery in Islamabad on August 26 was an electrical fault, according to a detailed inquiry report released by a committee constituted by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The report said there was no
Gold Prices Fall Again in Pakistan as Global Rates Slide
ISLAMABAD: Gold prices recorded another sharp decline in Pakistan and international markets on Tuesday, according to the All Pakistan Sarafa Association. The price of 24-karat gold fell by Rs4,000 per tola, bringing the price down to Rs449,336. The price of 10 grams of gold also decreased by Rs3,429 to Rs385,233.
Captain Muhammad Sohail Chaudhry assumes charge as Islamabad IG
ISLAMABAD: Captain Muhammad Sohail Chaudhry has formally assumed charge as the new Inspector General of Islamabad Police. On his arrival at the Central Police Office, senior police officers and personnel accorded him a warm welcome. A smartly turned-out police contingent also presented him with a guard of honor. A dignified
IHC issues landmark ruling on PTI-proposed protest march
The Islamabad High Court has delivered a landmark judgment regarding protests and sit-ins in the federal capital and said that no political party or disruptive group has the right to come to Islamabad whenever it wishes and shut down the city. The court directed the Chief Secretary of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
21-year-old Razaullah receives hero’s welcome after best performance against England
MARDAN: Young cricketer Razaullah, 21, from Mardan has returned home to a hero’s welcome after delivering an impressive performance for Pakistan in the recently concluded Test match against England. Razaullah arrived at Islamabad International Airport and traveled to his hometown of Mansab Kala, Mardan. He was greeted at multiple points
JUI Sub-Division Amir killed in Bannu firing
BANNU: JUI-F Sub-Division Amir Malik Zai Ali Rehman was killed in firing by unidentified armed men in the Dreoba area of Tehsil Sub-Division. According to sources, Malik Zai Ali Rehman was the Amir of JUI Sub-Division Wazir Dreoba and died on the spot as a result of firing by unknown
Omoda and Jaecoo Car Prices Revised Following Tax Change
Following recent updates to the sales tax regime by the Government of Pakistan, NexGen Auto (Pvt.) Limited has officially revised the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Prices (MSRP) for its Jaecoo and Omoda vehicle lineup. The latest price circular brings mixed news for prospective car buyers in Pakistan. While the Jaecoo J5
Babar Azam makes key decision on future after poor England series performance
Test captain Babar Azam has made a key decision about his future following a poor performance in the England series. According to details, Babar Azam will be in action as a guest player for Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) in the ongoing President’s Trophy Grade-I first-class tournament. Sources
Syria announces important decision on Uranium supervision
Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani announced that Damascus has placed 73 tons of natural uranium under the supervision of the International Atomic Energy Agency. He described it as a sign of the closure of Syria’s 15-year nuclear non-compliance file and the start of new cooperation with the watchdog. Syria’s Foreign Minister
