Pakistan

Punjab Launches Landmark Business Finance Scheme

A total of PKR 84 billion has been allocated for the Asaan Karobar Program. Of this, over PKR 48 billion is dedicated to the Asaan Karobar Card Scheme, while more than PKR 36 billion will be disbursed...

University of Karachi Issues Dress Code Guidelines for Students

The notification emphasizes that students must wear clean and modest attire while attending the university. It advises against wearing provocative, offensive, or attention-seeking clothing

Hostility Against Gwadar Port is Hostility Against Pakistan: PM Shehbaz Sharif

Shehbaz Sharif announced that the Gwadar International Airport has officially started operations. Terming it a significant milestone, he revealed that the $230 million project was completed with the a...

Pakistan's Textile Exports Rise This Fiscal Year

In December 2024, textile exports were recorded at $1.477 billion, marking a 1.1% increase compared to November's $1.461 billion and a 5.5% rise from $1.400 billion in December 2023

Government Announces Reforms in Hajj Policy for Improved Pilgrim Experience

Minister Hussain also announced the inclusion of a team of top-tier medical professionals in the Hajj mission. These healthcare experts will provide high-quality medical services throughout the journe...

Over 7,000 Pakistani Prisoners Released from Saudi Jails Since 2019

Detailed statistics on the number of Pakistani nationals incarcerated abroad were also presented. According to the Ministry, a total of 23,456 Pakistanis are currently imprisoned in various countries...

Punjab Assembly Enforces Complete Ban on Kite Flying with Harsh Penalties

The amended law prohibits the transportation and use of kites, metallic wires, nylon cords, and threads coated with sharp mannjha or other hazardous materials. The legislation comes in response to num...

FIA Cracks Down on Human Trafficking Networks in Gujranwala and Faisalabad

A senior FIA official disclosed that Muhammad Ansar, a resident of Towerwala Gala near Ferozewala Bridge in Gujranwala, and his accomplices were involved in sending a local resident, Amir Ali, to Maur...

KP CM Gandapur to Send Delegation to Afghanistan for Dialogue

Speaking at the inauguration of the provincial government’s ‘Sasti Roti’ initiative at the Kutchery Chowk Shelter Home, the chief minister emphasized the need for negotiations to address disputes

Government to Celebrate ‘Day of Development and Progress’ on Feb 8

Speaking to the media after attending the final match of the Media Cricket League, Mr. Tarar said the day would celebrate the government’s numerous milestones, including achievements in economic growt...