Ogra Timeline Sparks Industry Objections

    By Salman Khan | December 4, 2025

    Oil industry has opposed the newly enforced deadlines from Ogra for nationwide digital monitoring of thousands of storage tanks and petrol pumps. Industry groups said the aggressive timeline and an estimated Rs55–60 billion cost cannot be met without a workable recovery mechanism. Both the Advisory Council and the Oil Marketing Association of the Oil Companies…

    PTA Alerts Public to Temporary DIRBS Outage

    By Salman Khan | December 4, 2025

    The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority notified the public about scheduled system maintenance by the Federal Board of Revenue. The maintenance will occur from 10:00 PM on Saturday, 6th December, until Sunday evening, 7th December 2025. During this period, the Device Identification Registration and Blocking System will remain temporarily unavailable for all users. Read More: FIA Warns…

    Pakistan Railways Uutsources Schools to Private Firms

    By Salman Khan | December 4, 2025

    Pakistan Railways has outsourced its schools to private education firms in an effort to modernize educational institutions. Accoring to the media report, a signing ceremony was held in Islamabad, witnessed by Railways Minister Hanif Abbasi. The Railway Boys and Girls School in Karachi was outsourced to TYMS Education System. Meanwhile, Railway Girls High School Mughalpura…

    Saudi Arabia Extends $3bn Deposit for Pakistan

    By Salman Khan | December 4, 2025

    Saudi Arabia has extended its US$3 billion deposit for Pakistan after the Saudi Development Fund approved a one-year rollover, officials said on Thursday. The deposit, currently held by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), was first provided in 2021 under an agreement aimed at supporting Pakistan’s external account. Sources said the Saudi Fund for Development…

    FIA Warns Pakistanis of Fake Overseas Job Scams

    By Salman Khan | December 4, 2025

    The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has warned that criminal syndicates across Southeast Asia are luring Pakistanis with fake job offers, particularly in the IT and call-centre sectors. FIA said the groups operate in Thailand, Myanmar, Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia, promising high salaries and rapid employment to prospective recruits. FIA Deputy Director Mehmood Ali Khokhar told…

    Hyundai Pakistan Offers ELANTRA Hybrid EMI Plans

    By Salman Khan | December 4, 2025

    Hyundai Pakistan launched a limited ELANTRA Hybrid promotion offering flexible EMI plans and free registration for cash buyers until 31st December 2025. The manufacturer introduced two financing options for varying down-payment preferences on the 1.6 HEV variant priced at Rs9,895,000. Buyers may choose between 12-month and 18-month EMI tenures with either a 50 per cent…

    Driving Abroad with Pakistan’s IDP: Key Points

    By Salman Khan | December 4, 2025

    An international driving licence issued by the traffic police allows Pakistani drivers to legally operate private vehicles abroad while carrying their national driving permit. The licence is issued by competent authorities under the Vienna Convention of 1968 to Pakistani citizens travelling on tourist or business visas to drive abroad. Reports say Pakistan’s international driving permit…

    Mitchell Starc Breaks Wasim Akram’s Left-Arm Record

    By Salman Khan | December 4, 2025

    Left-arm pacer Mitchell Starc broke the long-standing record of Wasim Akram during the Pink-Ball Ashes Test against England in Brisbane. Starc dismissed Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, and Harry Brook in the day-night match, surpassing the record of 414 wickets of Akram in 104 Tests. Starc reached 415 wickets in just 102 matches, becoming the highest-wicket…

    Honda Offers Free Interior Upgrade for City Buyers

    By Salman Khan | December 4, 2025

    Honda has announced a limited-time offer for City 1.2 CVT customers, allowing buyers to upgrade to the Premium Black Fabric Interior at no extra cost. The promotion applies to units already booked as well as new bookings made throughout December 2025. Honda is promoting the deal through its 3S dealerships, encouraging customers to visit showrooms…

    LHC Rejects Petition Against Motor Ordinance Changes

    By Salman Khan | December 4, 2025

    The Lahore High Court has dismissed a petition challenging recent amendments to the Motor Vehicle Ordinance, the court announced. LHC Chief Justice Aalia Neelum heard a petition claiming police registered FIRs against underage children and imposed heavy fines under new legislation. The petitioner requested the court to nullify the amendments imposing heavy fines, arguing fines…