The Government of Punjab has recently launched a scholarship program for deserving non-Muslim students studying in government institutions in Punjab. The initiative aims to empower regular students to pursue their academic goals and contribute positively to society. The program is open to applicants who have a Punjab domicile, belong to minority communities such as Hindu, […]
A young woman in the Mehrabadi area of Sector G-12, recently brought under the jurisdiction of Golra Police Station, was set on fire following a minor dispute in a horrific incident. The victim suffered serious burn injuries and was taken to Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) for treatment, but has since been declared out […]
Pakistan may extend Eid-ul-Fitr holidays, according to a national daily. The decision on the extension is expected to be announced soon. If approved, the extended holidays will run from Thursday, 20 April, to Tuesday, 25 April. Earlier this week, the federal government had already announced the schedule for the Eid holidays, which will be observed […]
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued an advisory predicting the arrival of a westerly wave in the upper parts of the country on April 15th. The system is expected to bring rain, dust, thunderstorms, and hailstorms to several areas, including Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, Chitral, Dir, Swat, and Islamabad, from April 15th to April 20th. The […]
ZYP Technologies, a Pakistani startup, has introduced the country’s first electric bike with a swappable battery, called Magvus. The bike is based on the popular Chinese 150cc bike, Road Prince Wego, and boasts features such as an IP67 waterproof motor, a lithium battery designed to last for five years, and a range of 120km in […]
According to a recent statement by Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Najam Sethi, the board is willing to face the consequences of their stance on preserving their honor with regards to the Asia Cup. Sethi mentioned in an interview that boycotting the Asia Cup and World Cup could lead to a loss of $3 million […]
The Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) administration has taken action against Tehzeeb Bakers Blue Area for endangering public health. The bakery came under scrutiny after six of its workers were diagnosed with Hepatitis. Despite being directed by authorities to halt the affected workers’ activities immediately, the bakery’s management allowed them to continue working, resulting in the […]
The Asia Internet Coalition (AIC), a group of digital media giants, has raised concerns over Pakistan’s Draft Data Protection Bill 2023, stating that the bill does not address the industry’s substantive concerns. AIC Managing Director Jeff Paine expressed his worries in a letter addressed to Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Aminul Haque, stating […]
The price of gold in Pakistan has seen an unprecedented increase in the last five years, with a staggering 270 percent rise in the per tola price of gold. According to gold price data sourced by ProPakistani, the price of gold (24 carats) in Pakistan jumped from around Rs. 56,200 per tola in January 2018 […]
The National Radio and Telecommunication Corporation (NRTC) has begun the production of electric buses after receiving a demand from the Capital Development Authority (CDA). According to sources, NRTC has notified CDA that it has started manufacturing buses and will deliver the first batch of 30 electric buses next month. The drivers for these electric buses […]
To commemorate Youm-e-Ali, the Sindh government has declared a holiday for all public and private educational institutions on April 12, 2023. The College Education Department has issued a notification in this regard, stating that the decision was made in a Steering Committee meeting held on February 22, 2022. Youm-e-Ali is observed on the 21st of […]
One Serene Residences, a luxury resort-themed residential development, held its ground-breaking ceremony on March 21, 2023, to commemorate the occasion. The ceremony took place at the construction site located in DHA III Islamabad, marking the first-ever development in Pakistan with international standards of luxury living and a resort lifestyle specifically designed for the overseas Pakistani […]
Former Pakistan all-rounder Mohammad Hafeez has been named among the latest group of Honorary Life Members of the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC), one of the most prestigious cricket clubs in the world. The MCC awards Honorary Life Membership to some of the world’s finest cricketers in recognition of their outstanding international careers. The announcement of […]
The World Bank has lowered its growth forecast for Pakistan’s economy in the current fiscal year (FY23), from 2 percent to only 0.4 percent. This reflects subdued private sector activity, import controls, belated fiscal tightening, and the impacts of the unprecedented floods of summer 2022, according to the bank’s Pakistan Development Update released on Tuesday. […]
On Tuesday, the price of gold in Pakistan reached a new all-time high, increasing by Rs. 5,000 per tola, according to data released by the All-Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association (APSGJA). The price of gold (24 carats) rose to Rs. 214,500 per tola, while the price of 10 grams increased by Rs. 4,288 to […]
Instagram has become one of the most popular social media platforms, with over 1 billion active users. It has created a culture where people share their lives, and it can be easy to get caught up in the images and videos that people post. However, it is important to remember that what you see on […]
Arslan Ash Siddique, a Pakistani gamer, won the Tekken 7 competition at EVO Japan 2023 on Sunday by defeating South Korea’s Meo-IL. This was Ash’s third EVO title, with his first win coming in 2019. Winning EVO Japan was important to Ash because it was where he began his gaming journey. He won his first […]
Excise Taxation and Narcotics Control Mardan conducted an operation in Nowshera on Sunday and apprehended a fake Pakistan Army Major who was smuggling a large quantity of drugs. The accused, identified as Iqbal Ali, was caught in possession of 60kg of weed worth millions of rupees. The contraband was packed in five sacks and concealed […]
Enaam Ahmed, a young go-karting prodigy from Pakistan, has made history by becoming the first-ever karting world champion of Pakistani origin. Enaam’s accomplishments in the sport are noteworthy, as he has beaten the records set by highly popular and successful Formula One (F1) racing drivers such as Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen. Enaam is also […]
Pakistan’s government is reportedly considering surrendering 40,000 seats out of the total 179,210 Hajj quota assigned to Pakistan by Saudi Arabia for this year’s Hajj due to a shortage of foreign exchange reserves. The decision was discussed during a meeting chaired by Finance Minister Ishaq Dar to review progress on the Hajj Scheme for the […]
