By Aftab Ahmed | December 24, 2025

Islamabad: The Capital Development Authority (CDA) on Wednesday sold commercial and residential plots of various categories worth Rs17.002 billion. These plots were sold during its three-day auction. On the final day of the auction, CDA sold Plot No. 514 in Sector G-10/2 at Rs93.33 million and Plot No. 516 Rs92.62 million. It sold Plot No….

By Aftab Ahmed | December 23, 2025

The Capital Development Authority is going to introduce electric carts and valet parking at the new food street in Islamabad’s Blue Area, which is aimed at improving access and traffic flow within the pedestrian zone. CDA officials said four electric carts will operate inside the car-free promenade in a bid to assist elderly citizens and…

By Salman Khan | December 16, 2025

Authorities have activated snowfall arrangements in Murree as preparations begin for an expected surge of tourists during winter holidays. The Punjab government has activated nineteen facilitation centres along GT Road and roads linking Murree with Azad Kashmir. Officials said the centres will operate round the clock throughout the snowfall season, with staff from relevant departments…

By Salman Khan | December 15, 2025

The Benazir Income Support Programme has received a boost after the International Monetary Fund welcomed an increase in its budget. According to details, the IMF described the move as a positive step towards strengthening social protection in Pakistan. As per the official information, the IMF praised the decision of the government to enhance financial support…

By Salman Khan | December 15, 2025

Dense fog again enveloped several areas of Punjab and Sindh between Sunday night and Monday morning, severely affecting daily life. The thick fog disrupted road traffic on multiple Motorways, causing widespread closures due to dangerously low visibility, authorities reported. A Motorway spokesperson confirmed that M2, M3, and M4 sections from Lahore, Faizpur, and Pindi Bhattial…

By Salman Khan | December 15, 2025

The National Database and Registration Authority has introduced a facility allowing citizens to increase or decrease a date of birth on B-Form records. Also known as the Child Registration Certificate, the B-Form is mandatory for passports, school admissions, and international travel for children. NADRA has updated its system to allow parents to apply for a…

By Salman Khan | December 12, 2025

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…

By Salman Khan | December 11, 2025

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,…

By Salman Khan | December 11, 2025

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,…

By Salman Khan | December 10, 2025

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…