Pakistan News
NADRA Opens New Registration Center in Karachi to Improve Citizen Services
The NADRA has inaugurated a new registration center in Karachi’s Gulzar-e-Hijri area, aiming to enhance access to essential citizen services and reduce public inconvenience in densely populated parts of the city. The new facility is part of ongoing efforts to expand service delivery and improve efficiency in identity registration, documentation, and verification processes for residents […]
CTP Announces Eid-ul-Azha Cattle Market Traffic Plan in Rawalpindi
The City Traffic Police (CTP) Rawalpindi has introduced a comprehensive traffic management plan for Eid-ul-Azha cattle markets across the district to ensure smooth vehicle movement and public convenience during the festive season. According to a spokesperson for the traffic police, a total of eight cattle markets have been established throughout Rawalpindi district. Among these, two […]
Karachi to Plant 100,000 Trees Along Shahrah-e-Bhutto Under Urban Forest Project
The city administration of Karachi has announced an ambitious urban greening initiative aimed at planting 100,000 trees along Shahrah-e-Bhutto as part of a broader effort to reduce air pollution and improve environmental conditions. Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab stated that the urban forest project is already underway, with plantation activities actively taking place along the designated […]
Government Delays Planned Tax Increase on Fertilizer and Pesticides
The federal government has decided to postpone the proposed increase in taxes on fertilizer and pesticides, providing temporary relief to Pakistan’s agriculture sector and farmers already facing rising production costs. According to recent developments, the government has formally informed the International Monetary Fund in writing that the planned tax hike will not be implemented for […]
Over 1,000 Government Houses in Islamabad Allegedly Under Illegal Occupation by CDA Officers
More than 1,000 government residences located in Islamabad’s prime sectors are reportedly under illegal or irregular occupation by officers linked to the Capital Development Authority (CDA), according to audit objections and official records. Documents reveal that 1,083 official houses belonging to the Estate Office pool were supposed to be vacated and returned for fresh allotment. […]
Federal Government to Set Up Asan Khidmat Markaz in Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Kashmir
The federal government has announced the establishment of three new Asan Khidmat Markaz aimed at improving public service delivery in remote and underserved regions of Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir. The initiative is designed to bring multiple government services under one roof, allowing citizens to access essential administrative facilities without the need to visit […]
Power Minister Announces Gradual Relief in Loadshedding Amid Ongoing 4,000MW Shortfall
Federal Minister for Power Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari has announced that electricity loadshedding will begin to ease from tonight, offering partial relief to consumers across the country. The statement comes despite Pakistan continuing to face a significant power shortfall of nearly 4,000 megawatts. The minister expressed regret over the inconvenience caused by prolonged power outages […]
Sindh Expands Peoples Bus Service to Five More Cities
The Sindh government is set to extend its Peoples Bus Service to five additional cities, aiming to improve public transportation and provide safer, more efficient commuting options for residents. The decision follows a recent meeting of the Sindh Transport and Mass Transit Department, chaired by Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon. During the meeting, officials reviewed […]
Energy Crisis May Create Opportunity to Revive Pakistan’s Local Oil and Gas Industry
Rising global oil prices and ongoing supply disruptions could present Pakistan with an opportunity to strengthen its domestic oil and gas sector, according to a new research report by Topline Securities. The analysis suggests that the current energy situation may encourage policymakers to focus on increasing local production and reducing reliance on imported fuel. The […]
Punjab Warns Citizens Against Donating to Proscribed Organizations
The Punjab Home Department has issued a public advisory cautioning citizens against donating to proscribed organizations and unregistered charitable institutions. In a statement released in Lahore on February 20, the department emphasized that under the Anti-Terrorism Act 1997, providing financial assistance or any form of support to banned outfits constitutes a criminal offense. Authorities urged […]