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By Aftab Ahmed | January 29, 2026
The National Database and Registration Authority has announced job openings for multiple posts in Islamabad and Gwadar, inviting professionals to join its operations-focused teams across key locations. Applications are open for positions including Assistant Director – Projects, Assistant Director – Revocation, and Deputy Assistant Director – Operations & MRV, aimed at skilled field operations professionals….
By Aftab Ahmed | January 29, 2026
The U.S. Embassy in Islamabad launched its Freedom 250 lecture series to engage the Pakistani public on key priorities such as entrepreneurship, the digital economy, and critical minerals. As part of this series, Donna Carpenter, co-founder and chair of the board of directors of U.S. company Burton Snowboards, and Samar Khan, a Pakistani professional athlete…
By Aftab Ahmed | January 28, 2026
Lahore authorities have finalized a comprehensive transport plan for Basant, providing extensive free travel across the city to ensure safe, smooth, and accessible movement for citizens. The initiative has been jointly planned by the Punjab Mass Transit Authority, Punjab Transport Company, and private rider companies to cover Metrobus and Orange Line Metro Train services. Free…
By Aftab Ahmed | January 27, 2026
Federal Minister for Petroleum, Mr. Ali Pervaiz Malik, held a meeting today with the new Australian High Commissioner to Pakistan, H.E. Mr. Timothy Kane, to discuss avenues for enhanced bilateral cooperation in the mining and gemstones sectors. The Federal Minister welcomed the strong interest of Australian companies in Pakistan’s mining sector and highlighted the country’s…
By Aftab Ahmed | January 27, 2026
The Punjab government has approved a Rs47 billion Ramadan relief package to provide direct financial assistance to 4.2 million low income families across province wide. The decision was taken during a high level meeting chaired by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif to review Ramadan preparations and relief measures across Punjab. Under the plan Rs10,000 will…
By Aftab Ahmed | January 23, 2026
Pakistan’s first shipment of critical minerals to the global market marks a historic milestone. ICMA research emphasizes that the real opportunity lies in turning raw minerals into processed, ESG-compliant products to boost foreign exchange and drive sustainable economic growth. ICMA views that achieving this transformation requires the government to tackle fragmented governance, unclear regulations, poor…
By Aftab Ahmed | January 23, 2026
The Punjab government has expanded its Apni Chhat Apna Ghar housing scheme, extending interest free installment based loans to joint families across the province Punjab. The expansion allows families to enlarge existing homes, supporting joint family traditions and promoting social harmony through shared living arrangements under the provincial housing programme. Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif…
By NewzTodays Editorial Team | January 21, 2026
Karachi Port Trust (KPT) has further intensified its anti-encroachment operations across port-controlled areas in strict compliance with the Prime Minister’s Task Force agenda and court orders, marking a significant step towards restoring order and safeguarding state-owned land. In the latest operation carried out in the Sasti Basti area, more than 12 acres of valuable government…
By Aftab Ahmed | January 21, 2026
As a shining example of national service and professional excellence, the National Logistics Corporation (NLC) is ensuring all-weather trade operations through the Khunjerab Pass for the 2nd consecutive year reaffirming its commitment to uninterrupted trade with China and Central Asia. Despite extreme weather conditions and intermittent spells of snowfall, NLC Dry Port Sost has remained…
By Aftab Ahmed | January 21, 2026
Authorities in Rawalpindi Division announced plans to establish 16 Sahulat Bazaars across Rawalpindi, Murree, Attock, Chakwal and Jhelum districts during Ramadan period this year officially. The announcement was made during a meeting chaired by Sahulat Bazaar Chairman Mohammad Afzal Khokhar and Member of National Assembly Tahira Aurangzeb jointly held there. Deputy Commissioner Rawalpindi Dr Hassan…