The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has announced extended operating hours at its Shahrah-e-Quaideen center in Karachi to better serve citizens. Starting from December 22, the center will operate in two shifts, remaining open from 8:00 am to 10:00 pm daily. The morning shift will run from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm, while the […]
Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar chaired a review meeting in Islamabad today to evaluate the consular services provided by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA). The Consular Affairs team presented a detailed briefing on attestation and apostille services, highlighting the smooth functioning and key features of these services for the public. Ishaq Dar emphasized that […]
The Attorney General of Pakistan, Mansoor Usman Awan, acting as the Returning Officer, has officially issued the notification of the newly-elected members of the Pakistan Bar Council, 24NewsHD TV Channel reported. From Balochistan, Munir Ahmed Khan Kakar secured his seat as a member of the Pakistan Bar Council. Islamabad’s representative is Raja Rizwan Abbasi. Khyber […]
Coordinator General of OIC-COMSTECH, Prof. Dr. Muhammad Iqbal Choudhary, has emphasized that traditional and integrative medicine can play a critical role in addressing the rising global disease burden, especially in developing regions facing healthcare inequalities. He made these remarks while delivering a keynote lecture titled “Traditional, Complementary, and Integrative Medicine: Therapeutic Options to Overcome the […]
Hiyam Zarouri, now 35, was among nearly 200 women who have accused former French culture ministry official Christian Negre of spiking drinks with a diuretic to humiliate female job-seekers. Zarouri, then 25, said that during a meeting arranged through LinkedIn, Negre slipped the substance into her coffee, causing her to experience severe discomfort, including cold […]
The Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) approved 11 development projects in a meeting chaired by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Muhammad Ishaq Dar in Islamabad on Saturday. The projects cover a broad range of sectors, including transport, communications, and environmental initiatives, reflecting the government’s commitment to infrastructure development and capacity […]
The Pakistan Study Centre at Shandong University was officially inaugurated by Pakistan’s Ambassador to China, Khalil Hashmi, in a ceremony attended by Executive Vice-President Wu Zhen and university faculty members. The Centre represents a significant step in strengthening academic collaboration and cultural exchange between Pakistan and China. Ambassador Hashmi expressed gratitude to the university leadership […]
Pakistan’s digital economy continues to show strong momentum as information technology exports record a notable increase during the first five months of the current fiscal year. The latest figures indicate that the country’s IT sector is steadily emerging as a major contributor to economic growth and foreign exchange earnings. According to data released by the […]
The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) Airmen Academy in Korangi celebrated a distinguished passing-out parade, marking the successful completion of training for 1,155 trainees from the Pakistan Air Force, Pakistan Navy, and friendly foreign countries. The ceremony, attended by the President of the National Aerospace Science and Technology Park Advisory Board as the chief guest, highlighted […]
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is taking decisive steps to maintain the integrity and reputation of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) by introducing stricter sponsorship guidelines. Under the new policy framework, all future franchise agreements will explicitly prohibit the promotion of betting, gambling, or any products considered banned under Islamic principles. This move aims to […]
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam is set to announce a long-awaited banking law draft that aims to address the massive financial losses stemming from the country’s 2019 economic collapse. The move marks a critical step in Lebanon’s stalled reform process and comes amid sustained pressure from the international community to overhaul the country’s troubled financial […]
Pakistan has raised serious concerns over what it describes as India’s growing attempts to use water as a strategic tool, warning that such actions threaten food security, regional peace, and the foundations of international law. The issue has once again brought the Indus Waters Treaty into sharp focus, a landmark agreement that has governed water-sharing […]
Melania Trump, the former US First Lady, takes center stage in a rare public spotlight with the debut trailer for her upcoming Amazon documentary, Melania, set to release on January 30. The teaser shows Trump delivering a steady, unflinching gaze at the camera while summarizing her husband’s political comeback in four words: “Here we go […]
Moroccan football fans received a major boost this week as Achraf Hakimi was spotted in Rabat without a protective boot, raising hopes of his availability ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), which Morocco hosts starting Sunday. A casual social media photo of the Paris Saint-Germain star quickly went viral, not because of […]
Pakistan and Libya have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral defence and military cooperation, following high-level talks between the defence leadership of both countries. According to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, held detailed discussions with Field […]
Pakistan’s premier batter Babar Azam continues to face a challenging start to his Big Bash League campaign, registering another low score for the Sydney Sixers in the ongoing 2025/26 season. The right-hander’s struggles in Australian conditions have once again come under focus as he failed to convert a brief start into a meaningful innings. In […]
The United States has introduced expanded security screening measures for H-1B work visa applicants and their H-4 dependents, significantly widening the scope of background checks for skilled foreign workers and their families. According to the US State Department, the new policy came into effect on Monday, December 15. Under the updated rules, visa officers will […]
Thousands of Pakistani nationals have been deported from several countries this year after being found involved in begging activities, raising serious concerns about migration practices and Pakistan’s international image. The disclosure was made by officials of the Federal Investigation Agency during a meeting of the National Assembly’s Standing Committee on Overseas Pakistanis and Human Rights. […]
Bank Makramah Limited’s stock performance continues to surge amid strategic restructuring and capital transformation. Bank Makramah Limited (BML) has rapidly become one of the most actively traded and closely watched banking stocks at the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), driven by a turnaround strategy that has repositioned the institution into a growth-stage financial contender. BML’s share […]
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will open on June 11 with Mexico facing South Africa at the historic Estadio Azteca, a venue forever tied to football memory through the 1970 and 1986 finals. The match will serve as the first act of an expanded tournament, with 48 teams competing across the three host nations: Mexico, […]
