The Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast rain, snowfall, and dense fog across several parts of Pakistan over the coming days. Rain and snowfall are expected in upper areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa from December 13 to 15, potentially affecting travel and daily routines. Residents have been advised to stay alert to local conditions during this period…
The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) teams has conducted raids on three entities linked with the out-of-home media advertising market in Lahore. The raids were carried out as part of an inquiry into alleged cartelization, price fixing, and coordinated bid decisions in the sector. Out-of-home (OOH) advertising includes billboards, pole streamers, bus shelters, digital screens,…
Pakistan has welcomed US approval of a $686 million package to upgrade its F-16 fighter jets, extending their operational life until 2040. The US Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) confirmed the announcement in a letter to Congress on 8 December 2025. The upgrade package provides Link-16 systems, cryptographic equipment, avionics upgrades, training, simulators, spare parts,…
Women reporters in Pakistan fell to 4 percent in 2025 from 16 percent in 2020, the Uks Research Centre said in a statement Wednesday. The numbers show a reversal of progress across cycles, highlighting how editorial priorities continue to limit women’s visibility and voice. GMMP 2025 was monitored on May 6, 2025, when Pakistan’s news…
Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has raised immovable property valuations in Islamabad by 150–200 percent, shocking residents across DHA and Bahria Enclave. The FBR issued S.R.O. 2392(I)/2025, quietly implementing new valuation rates for residential, commercial and rural areas across 68 locations in Islamabad. The notification separates taxation on superstructures from taxation on land, requiring residents…
NADRA has updated the process for reprinting lost CNICs and NICOPs, allowing citizens to apply easily through the PakID app. Citizens can now apply for a reprint from home using the PakID app. Users need to open the app, register, log in, and submit their application. To apply, download the PakID app and log in…
U.S. Embassy Islamabad’s Chargé d’Affaires (CDA) Natalie A. Baker joined Minister of State for Education Wajiha Qamar as they inaugurated a new purpose-built building of the United States Educational Foundation in Pakistan (USEFP) in Islamabad, marking a major milestone in the longstanding U.S.-Pakistan educational partnership. This year also marks the 75th anniversary of the Fulbright…
Google’s Year in Search 2025 paints a vivid picture of what captured Pakistan’s attention online, with searches spanning from Pakistan’s ever-lasting love of Cricket and athletes to quick recipes and curious how-to queries. Cricket on Top with Local Dramas Close Behind in Pakistan’s Entertainment SearchesCricket continues to lead Pakistan’s search trends for another year, with…
The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has announced openings for key positions in Islamabad and Gilgit-Baltistan. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications online or at NADRA offices before 21st December 2025. One of the available roles is Assistant Superintendent (Customer Services Executive) based at NADRA’s Islamabad office. The position focuses on handling…
Pakistan is introducing an AI app designed to detect travellers using fake documents and illegal visas before they board flights. The Federal Ministry of Interior announced new measures aimed at making foreign travel more secure and preventing document fraud. Starting in January, Islamabad Airport will pilot the AI system to identify passengers attempting to bypass…