Rising Power and Gas Bills Top Public Concerns Across Pakistan: PILDAT Survey
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s first and largest survey of public opinion, the “National Citizen Survey 2026,” has highlighted a significant gap between citizens’ basic needs and the government’s spending priorities. The nationwide survey was released at a Citizens Round Table jointly organized by PILDAT Consulting and the Institute for Public Opinion Research
Mahira Khan Shares Her Emotional and Physical Struggles with Pregnancy at 41
TORONTO: Renowned Pakistani actor Mahira Khan has opened up about her pregnancy, saying she never expected to become a mother again at the age of 41. Speaking during an interview on the sidelines of the Toronto International Film Festival, the actor discussed the news of her pregnancy and the emotional
Good News for Car Buyers as Hybrid Vehicle Tax Is Reduced
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has reduced the sales tax on locally manufactured hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) in a move aimed at helping revive sales of hybrid cars in Pakistan. The Ministry of Finance has issued a notification announcing the reduction, with the revised sales tax rate taking effect from September
ATC Orders Passports Blocked for KP CM Afridi and 24 PTI Lawmakers
ISLAMABAD: An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Islamabad has ordered the blocking of the passports of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi and 24 other Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) lawmakers in connection with a case registered at Kohsar Police Station. According to ARY News, ATC Judge Abu Al-Hasnat Muhammad Zulqarnain issued the
Police Protest in CM Afridi’s Home District Enters 28th Day
PESHAWAR: A police protest in Khyber district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) has entered its 28th day, with Circle DSP Malik Mazhar Afridi issuing a deadline to the provincial government to address the protesters’ demands. The development comes amid criticism over Chief Minister Sohail Afridi’s reported visit to Lahore, while police
VIP Plane Crashes in Libya, Prominent Figure Feared Dead
MISRATA: An aircraft reportedly carrying a high-profile figure crashed within the vicinity of Misrata Airport in Libya, prompting authorities to suspend flight operations and temporarily close the country’s airspace amid security concerns. According to Arab media reports, the incident occurred at or near Misrata Airport while the aircraft was reportedly
Mahnoor Safdar’s Bridal Look Wins Hearts as Jewellery Worth Comes Under Spotlight
LAHORE: The bridal look of Mahnoor Safdar, daughter of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, has captured considerable attention on social media after photos and videos from her Nikah ceremony surfaced online. For her special day, Mahnoor opted for a traditional yet elegant look, featuring an ivory bridal outfit, diamond jewellery
NDMA Warns of Heavy Rain in KP and Other Parts of Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued a heavy rain alert for the Potohar region and upper parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, forecasting thunderstorms and intense rainfall from September 14 to 17. According to the NDMA, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Attock, Chakwal, Jhelum, Murree, the Galiyat region and adjoining mountainous areas
Doctors Prescribing Too Many Medicines in Pakistan, Study Reveals
ISLAMABAD: A new study has revealed that patients in Pakistan are being prescribed significantly more medicines than medically necessary, with experts pointing to several factors behind the widespread practice of overprescribing. The research was conducted by experts from the Health Services Academy, Islamabad, and found that an average of 4.2
Major Changes Proposed in Appointment and Transfer Rules for KP Police Officers
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government has proposed major changes to the procedure for the appointment and transfer of police officers under a draft of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police Act 2026. According to the draft, appointments and transfers of police officers would be carried out under the province’s Rules of
