Pakistan has taken a major step toward the launch of 5G services as the government announced plans to auction 600 MHz of spectrum, bringing the country closer to next-generation mobile connectivity. The announcement was made during a joint press conference addressed by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and Minister for Information Technology Shaza Fatima, where key…
Cricket witnessed a moment never seen before at the international level as Indonesia’s right-arm fast bowler Gede Priandana etched his name into the history books by becoming the first player to take five wickets in a single over in T20 internationals. The extraordinary feat was achieved during the first T20I against Cambodia in Bali, where…
The process of selling a 75 percent stake in Pakistan International Airlines Corporation (PIAC) officially moved forward on Tuesday as authorities opened first-round bids submitted by interested investors. The development marks a key milestone in the government’s long-running effort to privatize the national flag carrier. According to official sources, the government received three bids for…
In a major development for obesity treatment, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Novo Nordisk’s blockbuster weight-loss drug Wegovy in pill form, offering patients an alternative to injections. The Danish pharmaceutical company confirmed that the once-daily oral Wegovy pill delivers weight-loss results comparable to the injectable version, potentially transforming how obesity is…
Authorities in Punjab have announced strict enforcement measures against vehicle owners who have failed to pay their e-challans, according to a report aired by 24NewsHD on Tuesday. The move is part of a broader effort to strengthen traffic discipline and improve compliance with digital enforcement systems. Officials confirmed that the Punjab Safe City Authority has…
Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) has initiated a large-scale gas pipeline replacement project in Lahore, marking a significant step toward improving gas supply reliability and pressure for consumers across the city. According to SNGPL, the company will replace 209 kilometers of old gas pipelines in Lahore as part of its broader infrastructure modernization plan….
The Karachi administration has extended the restriction on motor cab rickshaws across 25 major city roads for an additional two months, aiming to ease traffic congestion and improve road safety. The notification, issued by the Commissioner Karachi under Section 144, states that the ban will remain effective until February 21, 2026. The decision follows recommendations…
The Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO) has taken decisive action by closing six regional offices and removing several advisors from their positions. The offices affected include Mianwali, Sargodha, Gujranwala, Hyderabad, Sukkur, and Abbottabad. According to an official notification issued by the FTO office on Monday, some Advisors In-Charge have also been removed or reassigned: The advisor…
The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has announced extended operating hours at its Shahrah-e-Quaideen Registration Center in Karachi, aiming to improve access to essential registration services for citizens. According to NADRA, the revised schedule will take effect from December 22, with the center operating in two shifts daily. Under the new timings: Morning Shift:…
Skilled expatriate professionals looking for government jobs in 2026 will find growing opportunities in Dubai and across the UAE, as authorities significantly expand hiring in key sectors including healthcare, technology, infrastructure, and education. According to official estimates, federal government vacancies are expected to rise to 7,842 positions in 2026, alongside the creation of seven new…
