The Punjab Local Government Department has launched a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) e-Registration App in collaboration with NADRA, enabling citizens to register births, deaths, marriages, and divorces online. Provincial Minister for Local Government, Zeeshan Rafiq, formally inaugurated the app, saying it will allow residents to complete registrations from the comfort of their homes. The system is linked with NADRA’s data …

Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Industries and Production Haroon Akhtar Khan held a key meeting with representatives of Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) clusters from Gujranwala, Gujrat, and Wazirabad. The meeting focused on sectoral challenges, the role of the Small and Medium Enterprise Development Authority (SMEDA), and ways to promote growth and exports in the SME sector. SME …

In a major push to curb rising street crime, Peshawar police have made registration compulsory for all motorcycle riders who transport passengers. The initiative is being rolled out through a newly introduced mobile application named SafeRide, officials said on Friday. City Police Chief Dr. Mian Saeed told reporters that the SafeRide system is designed to help police identify riders quickly …

Chairman Prime Minister’s Youth Programme, Rana Mashhood Ahmad Khan addressed a ceremony in Islamabad highlighting the government’s commitment to providing equal opportunities for the development of youth across the country. He stated that empowering young people is the top priority of the government. Rana Mashhood Ahmad Khan emphasized that overseas Pakistanis are keen to invest in Pakistan, which will not …

Federal Minister for Climate Change and Environmental Coordination, Dr. Musadik Malik, attended the Seventh Session of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-7) held in Nairobi, Kenya. The high-level global forum, convened under the theme “Advancing sustainable solutions for a resilient planet,” brought together representatives from all 193 UN Member States, along with civil society, scientific experts, development partners, and the …

On the occasion of the International Human Rights Day, Ambassador Mumtaz Zahra Baloch participated in a panel discussion on “Free Flow of ideas and advancing Human Rights: Lessons and Perspectives at UN80”. The event was jointly organized by UNESCO and the European Union. Director-General UNESCO, Dr Khaled El-Enany, and former UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Navi Pillay, headlined the …

Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi held a key meeting with European Union Commissioner for Home Affairs and Migration, Magnus Berner, to discuss measures against illegal immigration, human smuggling, and ways to enhance bilateral cooperation. During the meeting, Commissioner Berner praised Pakistan for a 47 percent reduction in attempts to reach Europe via illegal routes over the past year, calling the …

Pakistan’s mountains and glaciers are facing growing threats from mining, drilling, and climate change, warned Senator Sheri Rahman, Vice President of the Pakistan Peoples Party, on the occasion of International Mountain Day. Speaking on Thursday, Rahman highlighted the environmental risks posed by unregulated human activities, including underground nuclear testing, which she said is hollowing rocks and contaminating groundwater. She also …

Federal Minister for National Heritage & Culture Aurangzeb Khan Khichi, leading Pakistan’s delegation at the 34th General Assembly of the International Centre for the Study of the Preservation & Restoration of Cultural Property (ICCROM), reaffirmed Pakistan’s strong commitment to global heritage protection. According to official statement, addressing the Assembly in Rome, the minister underscored the urgent need for collective action …

A high-level delegation from Meta called on the Federal Minister for IT & Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja to discuss strengthening cooperation on digital safety, responsible technology governance and user protection across Pakistan on Thursday in Islamabad. The delegation included Dania Mukhtar (Head of Public Policy Meta, Pakistan), Shi Ing Tay (Lead Counsel, Pakistan & South/Central Asia Meta), Noor Bano (Regulatory …

The Sindh government has decided to introduce an e-challan system for the Sindh Food Authority (SFA), following the digitalization model used in traffic enforcement. During a meeting between Provincial Food Minister Makhdum Mehmood-ul-Zaman and PPP Women’s Central President Faryal Talpur, officials were briefed on the digitalization plan for the SFA. The new system will include online registration, a complaint management …

The Field General Court Martial has sentenced Faiz Hameed, the former Lieutenant General of the Pakistan Army, to 14 years of rigorous imprisonment for multiple charges, including engaging in political activities and violating the Official Secrets Act. According to a statement from the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), the media wing of Pakistan Army, the court’s decision, promulgated on December …

The Federal Ombudsman for Protection Against Harassment (FOSPA) has successfully resolved a Rs10 crore inheritance dispute in Sector I-8, Islamabad, awarding Huma Batool her legal share of the property. Huma Batool had filed a complaint to claim her portion of her late father’s estate, raising a legal dispute against her two brothers and mother. FOSPA coordinated with the Capital Development …

The Pakistan Passport Department has launched a new online verification system that allows passport applicants to verify their fingerprints digitally, resolving previous technical issues. Under the system, applicants can use NADRA’s Pak-ID app to authenticate their fingerprints quickly and securely. For those who face issues with fingerprint recognition, a face verification option is also available. Director General of Passports, Mustafa …

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi said on Thursday that corrupt elements in federal government have pushed Pakistan’s economy to the brink of collapse, while unveiling initiatives to support students and enhance financial self-sufficiency at the University of Peshawar. Afridi made these remarks during an unannounced and informal visit to the university’s Economics Department, where he met students directly, listened …

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has approved a February-to-May completion window for the first phase of the province-wide beautification plan, as officials briefed her on progress across districts during a special meeting in Lahore. According to government sources, the chief minister reviewed detailed presentations containing images and design outlines for beautification schemes in every district, tehsil and major city. …

Former Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) director general Lt Gen (retd) Faiz Hameed has been handed a 14-year rigorous imprisonment sentence by a military court, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) announced on Thursday. According to the military’s media wing, the Field General Court Martial proceedings began on August 12, 2024 under the Pakistan Army Act and continued for 15 months. “The accused …

Pakistan and Tunisia convened the fourth round of Bilateral Political Consultations in Tunis, bringing renewed focus to strengthening ties across political, economic and security domains. The Pakistani delegation was led by the Additional Foreign Secretary (Africa), Ambassador Hamid Asghar Khan, while the Tunisian side was headed by the Director General (Asia), Ambassador Slim Ghariani. Both sides reviewed the full spectrum …

Pakistan and Türkiye have moved toward deeper collaboration in aviation, defence manufacturing, and high-tech industries as a high-level Turkish delegation met Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan in Islamabad. A delegation from the Republic of Türkiye, led by Ahmet Khan, Group CEO and Honorary Investment Counselor of Pakistan in Türkiye, called on the Commerce Minister and included senior professionals …

An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Rawalpindi has ordered the seizure of bail bonds for political activist Alima Khan after she failed to appear in court during the hearing of a case related to the November 26 protest. The court session covered Alima Khan and 11 other accused, but neither she nor her lawyers attended. Prosecutors requested the court to confiscate …

The Pakistan Institute of Development Economics (PIDE) hosted a seminar on “The Challenges of Low Savings in Pakistan,” chaired by PIDE Vice Chancellor Dr. Nadeem Javaid. The keynote address was delivered by Sohaib Jamali, Additional Director and Division Head at the State Bank of Pakistan, while Dr. Haider Ali, Director of PIDE’s Macro Policy Lab, served as discussant. The session …

The Hon’ble Chief Justice of Pakistan, the Hon’ble Judges of the Supreme Court of Pakistan, and the President of the Supreme Court Bar Association joined employees and security staff from the Christian Community in marking the joyous occasion of Christmas by cutting a festive cake at a special ceremony held at the Supreme Court of Pakistan today. The event was …

The Government of Pakistan, in collaboration with the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority (SMEDA), has launched the National Roadmap for SME and Worker Formalization, a major initiative aimed at strengthening the country’s economy and protecting workers’ rights. Special Assistant to the Prime Minister, Haroon Akhtar Khan, said the roadmap reflects Prime Minister Shehbaz …

The Government of Pakistan has announced that one crore beneficiaries of the Benazir Income Support Program (BISP) will start receiving payments directly at home through digital wallets from March 2026. The move is expected to reduce corruption and save recipients, particularly women, from standing in long queues. Federal Minister for Poverty Alleviation, Imran Ahmed Shah, made the announcement during a …

A high-level delegation from the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Farmers Board met with Chairman Pakistan Tobacco Board, Musaddiq Hussain Tahir Khilji, at the Board’s headquarters today to discuss the severe challenges facing tobacco farmers in the province. During the meeting, the delegation highlighted the devastating impact of natural disasters, low purchase prices, and company refusals to buy low-grade crops, which have caused …

Karachi has witnessed 806 fatalities in traffic accidents so far this year, according to rescue sources. Of those killed, 632 were men, 81 women, 71 boys, and 22 girls. The sources also reported that a total of 11,596 people were injured, including 9,081 men, 1,815 women, 536 boys, and 164 girls. Heavy vehicles were responsible for 244 of the deaths, …

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has issued new property valuations for Islamabad, leading to a significant increase in prices across the city’s upscale and newly developed areas. According to the FBR notification, new rates have been set for 68 residential, commercial, and rural locations. Sectors such as E-7, F-6, F-7, and F-8 have seen notable hikes in property values, …

The government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has introduced a new Personalized Registration Mark (PRM) system, under which vehicle number plates will now be linked to the owner rather than the vehicle. The system was officially inaugurated by Chief Minister Sohail Afridi. Under the new system, vehicle owners can retain their number plates even after selling their cars, while buyers will need …

Pakistan and the United Kingdom have finalised a new cooperation agreement aimed at strengthening joint action on climate change. The pact was signed in Islamabad by Federal Minister Musadik Malik and the UK’s Minister for Development, Andrew Mitchell. Speaking at the signing ceremony, Musadik Malik said Pakistan and the UK had been working together on climate-related issues for many years …

A district and sessions court in Islamabad has issued arrest warrants for former Khyber Pakhtunkhwa chief minister Ali Amin Gandapur in two cases linked to the Haqiqi Azadi March. Senior Civil Judge Mubashir Hassan Chishti conducted the hearing. The written order, released a day after the proceedings, stated that Gandapur had failed to appear before the court despite being summoned …

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Wednesday rejected a request seeking the immediate suspension of compensation payments to landowners in newly developed sectors of the capital. The Capital Development Authority (CDA), meanwhile, informed the court that it has decided to provide developed plots to landowners within the same sectors under its land-sharing policy. Justice Azam Khan heard the petition filed …

The Punjab government has allowed the celebration of Basant, the traditional kite-flying festival, after 25 years of restrictions. The festival will be observed on February 6, 7, and 8, 2026, according to government sources. Officials said that while the festival is permitted, strict rules will be enforced. Special QR codes will be issued for kites and threads, and activities like …

Police dispersed a Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) sit-in near the Adiala Jail checkpoint on Tuesday after tensions rose between security personnel and party workers protesting against the refusal of a meeting with former prime minister Imran Khan. The demonstration began when PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan and the former party founder’s sisters were not allowed to meet Imran Khan inside …

Countries across the globe marked Human Rights Day on Wednesday, with Pakistan using the occasion to stress dignity, equality and justice for all citizens. The day is observed every year on 10 December, commemorating the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) by the United Nations General Assembly in 1948. The declaration remains one of the most translated …

Pakistan and Indonesia have signed seven agreements and memoranda of understanding (MoUs) covering sectors including higher education, health, trade, and anti-drug measures on Tuesday. The agreements were exchanged during a ceremony at the Prime Minister’s House in Islamabad, attended by Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto. According to the officials, the MoUs include cooperation for the …

Federal Minister for Planning, Development & Special Initiatives, Ahsan Iqbal Chaudhary, represented Pakistan at the High-Level Pledging Moment for Polio Eradication held today in Abu Dhabi, hosted by the Government of the United Arab Emirates in collaboration with the Mohamed bin Zayed Foundation for Humanity and the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI). The Minister conveyed Pakistan’s profound gratitude to Sheikh …

Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry underscored the pressing need for enhanced regional cooperation to confront worsening climate-driven challenges during a media briefing in Colombo, Sri Lanka. The minister, who is on a two-day visit to convey Pakistan’s solidarity in the aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah, reaffirmed Islamabad’s commitment to support Sri Lanka’s recovery efforts. Conveying sentiments on …

Mayor Karachi Barrister Murtaza Wahab has inaugurated a series of development projects in Surjani Town’s Union Councils 38 and 39, including the restoration of the sewerage system and installation of paver blocks. Speaking at an inauguration ceremony in the Manghopir area of District West, Wahab said the projects demonstrate the Pakistan Peoples Party’s commitment to delivering on its promises. He …

The Punjab Assembly has approved the Punjab Emergency Service (Amendment) Act 2025 with a majority vote, bringing a key shift to the leadership structure of the provincial Emergency Services Council. The amendment designates the provincial minister for emergency services as the new vice chairman of the council, replacing the law minister in this role. The change has been introduced through …

The Election Commission of Pakistan has announced that local government elections in the federal capital will take place on 15 February. Polling is scheduled to run from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., according to the commission. The Election Commission stated that returning officers will issue public notices for nomination papers on 19 December. Candidates will be able to submit their …