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The Prime Minister of Pakistan has declared a three-day public holiday in Islamabad and Rawalpindi from October 14th to October 16th, 2024 (Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday). This decision has been made to facilitate the 23rd Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Council of Heads of Government meeting, which will be hosted in...

KARACHI: The Chinese Embassy in Pakistan has strongly condemned a recent attack on a convoy carrying Chinese staff from the Port Qasim Electric Power Company (Private) Limited. The incident occurred near Jinnah International Airport in Karachi on the night of October 6, resulting in the deaths of two Chinese nationals,...

Mobile services and internet data remain suspended in Islamabad and Rawalpindi for the second consecutive day, as authorities intensify efforts to maintain control amid ongoing protests. Earlier, the Srinagar Highway—connecting the Motorway M1, M2, and Islamabad International Airport—was dug up by authorities to prevent Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) workers from entering...

For the first time in history, the Punjab Government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Punjab, has launched the Himmat Card initiative. This program is a groundbreaking effort to ensure transparency and empower special individuals with easy access to financial aid across the province. Read More: CM Maryam Nawaz Sharif...

ISLAMABAD: Private schools in Islamabad will remain closed tomorrow, October 4, as a precautionary measure ahead of a planned Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) protest. The local administration has imposed Section 144 in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Sargodha, and Attock, prohibiting public gatherings from October 4 to 6. The decision comes amid widespread road...

ISLAMABAD: Residents of Islamabad and Rawalpindi are facing severe traffic disruptions as the local administration has implemented extensive roadblocks ahead of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) protest scheduled for Friday. Containers and barriers have been placed at various entry and exit points of the capital, severely affecting traffic flow. The Red...

The German Embassy in Islamabad has announced the temporary closure of its visa sections on Friday, 4th October, due to the current situation. Applicants with scheduled appointments on this date are requested not to attend. The embassy has assured that all appointments will be rescheduled in the upcoming week. Applicants...

Deposit Protection Corporation (DPC) has increased the guarantee amount for all eligible depositors of its member banks from Rs. 500,000 to Rs. 1,000,000 with effect from October 01, 2024, as decided by the Board of Directors of the Corporation. This enhanced guarantee amount now provides full protection to around 96...

Islamabad and Rawalpindi commuters should prepare for potential disruptions over the next two days, as authorities set up containers across several locations due to the arrival of the Prime Minister of Malaysia and an expected protest by PTI on October 4th, 2024. The Malaysian Prime Minister, who is arriving today,...

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced a 14-day extension for the submission of income tax returns, shifting the deadline to October 14, 2024. This decision provides relief to taxpayers who were struggling to meet the initial deadline of September 30. The decision was finalized during a high-level meeting...

Sindh Governor Kamran Khan Tessori visited Olympian Arshad Nadeem's residence in Mian Channu, Punjab, marking the first time a Sindh Governor has visited outside his province. Arshad Nadeem, the celebrated athlete, expressed his gratitude on Twitter, calling it a "historic moment" for his village to host such a distinguished guest....

The Pakistan Frontier Corps (FC) has introduced advanced technology, including the use of quadcopters, to enhance aerial surveillance and security for Zaireen convoys traveling from Quetta to Taftan. This move aims to ensure the safety of pilgrims and international tourists entering Balochistan through the Taftan border. The deployment of quadcopters...