It’s official — Pakistan has declared a public holiday on 9 November 2025 in celebration of Allama Iqbal Day. According to the latest government notification, all public and private institutions, schools, offices, and banks will remain closed across the country to honor the birth anniversary of Dr. Allama Muhammad Iqbal, the national poet and philosopher…
Rahim Yar Khan: A young woman from Rahim Yar Khan has appealed directly to Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, claiming she was sexually assaulted by an influential man and has been denied justice by local authorities. According to reports, the woman climbed a high water tank in protest, threatening to take her life after months…
The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) has fined three state-run power distribution companies — Gepco, Fesco, and Qesco — a total of Rs. 100 million for overbilling, inflated losses, and poor recoveries during the fiscal year 2023-24. According to Nepra’s report, Gujranwala Electric Power Company (Gepco) was found guilty of manipulating meter readings to…
Pakistan’s government has unveiled a comprehensive new support package for startups, combining equity-free funding, global cloud access, and international expansion opportunities to strengthen the country’s digital economy. The Ministry of Information Technology and Telecom (MoITT) announced the initiatives through Ignite – National Technology Fund, under its Prime Minister’s Digital Nation Vision. 💡 Key Initiatives The…
The Ministry of Energy has officially launched a nationwide rollout of smart electricity meters, marking a major step toward digitalizing Pakistan’s power sector and improving customer service across the country. According to a ministry spokesperson, the move is part of the government’s 2025–26 customer service improvement drive aimed at modernizing distribution systems, improving billing accuracy,…
he Government of Pakistan has announced another increase in fuel prices, effective November 1, 2025, following recommendations from the Oil & Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) and related ministries. According to an official notification issued by the Finance Division, both petrol and high-speed diesel (HSD) rates have been revised upward for the next fortnight. 📈 New…
Gold prices in Pakistan soared on Friday, marking one of the biggest single-day gains in weeks. According to data released by the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA), the price of gold per tola increased by Rs. 5,300, reaching Rs. 424,162. Similarly, the price of 10 grams of gold rose by Rs. 4,544, settling…
After several days of rising prices, gold rates across Pakistan have dropped sharply today. According to data shared by the All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Association, gold became Rs. 11,000 cheaper per tola in the local market. The price of 24-karat gold per tola has now fallen to Rs. 434,000, while 22-karat gold is being…
ISLAMABAD: The Government of Pakistan has officially announced 27 October as a public holiday, commemorating Kashmir Black Day — a solemn reminder of India’s illegal occupation of Jammu and Kashmir in 1947. Observed annually, the day reflects Pakistan’s unwavering solidarity with the Kashmiri people and their ongoing struggle for freedom and self-determination. 🕊️ The History…
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is set to unveil a completely redesigned national passport — the first major upgrade in decades — featuring modern technology, biometric security, and enhanced international recognition. The Directorate General of Immigration and Passports (DGIP) has received final approval from the Ministry of Interior to begin work on the new design, marking a milestone…
