The Board of Intermediate Education Karachi has officially released the results for Pre-Engineering First Year 2025, confirming a relatively low overall pass percentage. According to the examination department, a total of 19,433 students had registered for this year’s exams, while 19,023 actually appeared in the annual assessments. Examination Supervisor Zarina Rashid announced that only 8,569…
The Ministry of Industries and Production has conducted the first Pakistan Accelerated Vehicle Electrification scheme e-balloting to allocate subsidized electric two and three-wheelers. The digital draw was organised with support from the Engineering Development Board and monitored by a Balloting Oversight Committee to ensure transparency and fairness. According to official details, 269,161 applications were received…
The National Database and Registration Authority has introduced the latest version of its Pak Identity mobile application to make registration services simpler and more convenient. The updated Pak ID 5.0.4 now enables citizens to change registered mobile numbers and email addresses directly through the application without requiring physical visits to Nadra offices. By offering this…
A shocking incident in Haridwar in India has exposed glaring lapses in healthcare after a pregnant woman was allegedly forced to deliver on the hospital floor. The case occurred late on September 28 when the woman, wife of a daily wage labourer, reached Haridwar Women Hospital in severe labour pain. Her family alleged that instead…
A shipment of compact electric cars has been spotted at Karachi port, raising expectations of a potential new entrant in the electric vehicle lineup in Pakistan. CCTV footage circulating from a local yard shows multiple small hatchbacks parked alongside an MG ZS EV, suggesting an upcoming launch under the same group. The model has been…
Xiaomi has officially introduced two new smartphones in Pakistan under its budget category, bringing the Redmi 15 and Redmi 15C 4G with distinct features. Bigger Screens, Sharper Views Both Redmi 15 and Redmi 15C 4G feature a 6.9-inch IPS LCD, though resolution and refresh rates separate them for consumer preference and performance. The Redmi 15…
The United Arab Emirates has revised its entry requirements by introducing fresh income thresholds for residents applying to sponsor relatives or friends on visit visas. According to the new regulations, a guarantor must earn at least Dh4,000 each month to bring in first-degree relatives, including parents, children, or spouses. For second or third-degree relatives such…
The Directorate General of Immigration and Passport has clarified the procedure and latest fee structure for machine readable passports in Pakistan. Machine readable passports are issued to ordinary citizens for international travel, providing protection abroad through Pakistan diplomatic and consular missions. A valid passport serves as the only proof of identity for Pakistani citizens overseas,…
Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif launched Phase-II of the Honhaar Scholarship Scheme in Rawalpindi Division with a ceremony at the University of Chakwal. Students gave her a standing ovation on arrival, as she mingled with them and joined conversations, creating a warm and engaging atmosphere throughout the event. A visually impaired student performed the…
Consumers expecting fuel price relief have faced disappointment as the government raised freight margins on petroleum products, despite a decline in global oil rates. According to official data, the freight margin on high-speed diesel has now been fixed at Rs6.19 per litre, including a 32 paisa increase in the extra charge. On petrol, the freight…