August 2025
Bahria Town Under Scrutiny: FIA, NAB Seize Records in Islamabad Raid Amid Rs 1.58 Trillion Money Laundering Allegations
Major Crackdown on Financial Crimes The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) and the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) intensified their joint investigation into alleged financial misconduct by raiding Bahria Town offices in Islamabad. Officials confirmed the seizure of sensitive records and the arrest of staff members, marking a decisive move against suspected networks operating under the cover […]
Virtual Policing in Seoul: Holographic Officers Deliver Results
South Korea is turning to technology to keep its streets safer. In Seoul, the Metropolitan Police Agency has deployed holographic police officers in a move that blends public safety with innovation. The holographic officers are life-sized 3D projections dressed in standard police uniforms. They appear daily in Jodong No. 3 Park from 7 PM to […]
PM Shehbaz Sharif Unveils 100,000 Laptops Initiative to Empower Students Nationwide
On International Youth Day, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif stood before a crowd in Islamabad with a clear message: Pakistan’s future lies in the hands of its youth — and those hands should be equipped with the right tools. Announcing the distribution of 100,000 free laptops, he emphasized that this opportunity will be awarded strictly on […]
5 Key Takeaways from Maryam Nawaz’s Powerful Tribute to Pakistan’s Soldiers
1. Soldiers as the “Iron Wall” Maryam Nawaz described Pakistan’s armed forces as a steadfast barrier between the nation and all threats, referencing their role in significant operations such as Bunyan-un-Marsoos and Marka-e-Haq. 2. Gratitude to Allah She began her message by expressing gratitude to Allah for blessing the nation with brave defenders, linking faith […]
Islamabad Declares August 13 Public Holiday Ahead of Independence Day
Islamabad Adds Extra Holiday Before August 14 Celebrations Just a day before Pakistan’s 78th Independence Day, the Islamabad administration has announced a public holiday on August 13, 2025. According to the August 12 notification, all government offices in the federal capital will remain closed, though essential services will continue as usual. Earlier Regional Holidays This […]
Security Alert Triggers Week-Long Mobile Internet Ban Across Balochistan
In a move prompted by critical security intelligence, the Government of Balochistan has imposed a province-wide mobile internet suspension expected to last a full week. The suspension, affecting both major urban hubs like Quetta and remote districts including Kohlu, Sibi, Dukki, and Loralai, is being described as a preventive measure. According to government sources, the […]
Pakistan’s Rice Sector Gets Major Boost with Indigenous Hybrid Seed Developed at Punjab University
Collaborative research with Wuhan University introduces high-yield, climate-tolerant rice The agricultural community in Pakistan has received a promising development with the introduction of a new hybrid rice seed, created by researchers at the University of the Punjab in collaboration with experts from Wuhan University, China. The innovative rice variety belongs to the Honglian hybrid category, […]