The federal cabinet has approved a Rs10.8 billion relief package designed to support flood-hit electricity consumers in Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Domestic consumers in declared flood-affected districts will have their August 2025 electricity bills waived, with refunds processed for households that have already cleared previous payments. Industrial, commercial, and agricultural consumers will benefit from a…
The National Database and Registration Authority has introduced a new feature allowing citizens to book NADRA token online appointments through the Pak ID mobile application. The service aims to reduce long queues and waiting times at NADRA centres, offering citizens a faster, easier, and more efficient customer experience nationwide. Citizens can reserve appointment slots remotely…
Recent cricketing statistics underline that Babar Azam stands out as the most successful Pakistan captain in terms of his personal batting record during series. In 50-over format, Inzamam-ul-Haq previously held the highest tally with 340 runs against India in 2004, setting a formidable record for captains. Babar matched the achievement by scoring 276 runs against…
Bollywood actress Kajol became the centre of online debate after a viral video from a recent public appearance captured her visibly startled reaction during an incident. The short clip, widely circulated across social media platforms, shows the actress looking shocked following a brief physical interaction with a security guard at the event. Indian media reported…
Air travel across Pakistan was disrupted on Friday after a thunderstorm alert in Islamabad combined with administrative issues, causing widespread flight cancellations and lengthy delays nationwide. Pakistan International Airlines cancelled eight flights, including four Islamabad–Gilgit services, Sukkur–Karachi connection, Islamabad–Sukkur route, and two Karachi–Turbat flights, affecting large numbers of domestic passengers. Flight delays ranging from one…
Mobile internet disruption struck Islamabad and several other cities on Thursday, leaving thousands of users struggling with slow speeds and interruptions in essential online services. Many residents complained that the disruption affected multiple apps, with WhatsApp being hit the hardest, as audio and video calls frequently dropped throughout the day. Users also reported that file…
The Federal Board of Revenue has announced a 40 percent regulatory duty on commercial imports of used vehicles up to five years old. According to the FBR notification, the new duty will take effect from October 1, 2025, and applies to all eligible commercial import consignments. This regulatory duty will be levied in addition to…
The Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training (MOFEPT) has launched the first-ever Non-Formal Education (NFE) Learner Support Package at the BECS Model School Karlot Bara Kahu, under its ongoing reforms agenda for Non-Formal Education. Nadeem Mahbub Federal Secretary MOFEPT, accompanied by the Director General of Basic Education Community Schools (BECS) Hameed Khan Niazi, visited…
Former Pakistan fast bowler Umar Gul continues to be recognised for his outstanding T20I career, holding the record for the highest-ever bowling rating points. The right-arm pacer achieved a peak rating of 865 in the ICC T20I rankings, a feat that has not been surpassed by any bowler since his retirement in 2016. The dominance…
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…