ISLAMABAD, June 12 : The Islamabad Police has unveiled a massive recruitment campaign, offering 918 executive and 195 ministerial positions to eager applicants. According to a spokesperson for the Islamabad Police, the recruitment drive aims to fill critical vacancies within the force. Of the 918 executive positions, 118 Assistant Sub-Inspectors (ASIs)
ISLAMABAD, June 12: Pakistan's security forces have struck a significant blow to terrorism with a series of successful operations conducted across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan, and Sindh.** According to recent reports, a total of 7745 operations were carried out between April 1, 2024, and June 10, 2024, resulting in
ISLAMABAD, June 12: The Free and Fair Election Network (FAFN) has released a critical assessment of the National Assembly's performance during its initial 100 days, highlighting concerns over the pace of legislative activities and access to proceedings. According to the FAFN report, the legislative process faced delays in
GUJRANWALA, June 12: A controversial petition has been lodged in the court of Additional Sessions Judge, Gujranwala, urging sedition charges against Pakistan's cricket team following losses to the USA and India in the ongoing ICCT Twenty World Cup. Filed by lawyer Tamilzab Naeem, the writ petition targets captain
The National Economic Council (NEC), under the leadership of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, has approved the largest national development budget in Pakistan's history. During a meeting held in Islamabad, the NEC sanctioned a monumental development budget of 15 trillion rupees. Of this, 1.4 trillion rupees will be
The Ministry of Interior has decided to stop issuing passports to Pakistanis seeking asylum in foreign countries aimed at bolstering national security. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has instructed the Ministry of Interior to implement this new policy, resulting in the issuance of a directive to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
LHC
he Lahore High Court has temporarily suspended the implementation of three key sections of the Punjab Defamation Act 2024, pending a final court decision. Justice Amjad Rafiq presided over the hearing of a petition filed by Advocate Nadeem Sarwar challenging the Punjab Defamation Act 2024. The petitioner's lawyer
sales tax
In anticipation of an increase in the sales tax rate in the upcoming fiscal year's budget, consumers brace for potential price hikes in essential items such as sugar, ghee, tea leaves, and makeup products. Sources reveal that an increase in the sales tax rate from 18% to 19%
ElectionCommission
ISLLAMABAD: Chief Justice Amir Farooq of the Islamabad High Court expressed vehement opposition to the Election Commission's recent decision to alter election tribunals. The Chief Justice, presiding over petitions against the Election Act Amendment Ordinance, cast doubt on the legality and rationale behind the Election Commission's
ISLAMABABAD: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) dictated a historic levy of 60 rupees on petrol and diesel, catapulting prices to their highest ever in the nation's history. As the fiscal year progressed, petrol soared by 6 rupees 36 paisa and diesel by 9 rupees 72 paisa per liter.
Eid-ul-Adha
LAHORE: Pakistan Railways has announced an enticing 25% discount on fares across all classes of passenger trains in a bid to facilitate travelers during the festive season of Eid-ul-Adha. The discount, applicable for all three days of Eid, aims to make travel more affordable for passengers across the country. A
ISLAMABAD: The government has announced plans to deploy a sophisticated firewall with the cooperation of internet service providers in a move aimed at regulating social media. This firewall, equipped with deep packet inspection capability, is set to revolutionize online content management by delving into data up to Layer 7 and
PESHAWAR, : Peshawar High Court has announced a significant reduction in its summer vacation period to accelerate the pace of justice delivery,. Traditionally spanning two months, the court will now observe only a one-month break, with vacations for July terminated. This decision, confirmed by Additional Registrar Mamreez Khan Khalil, reflects the
Islamabad: U.S. Chargé d'Affaires Andrew J. Schofer inaugurated the three-day International Summit on Higher Education today, alongside Higher Education Commission Chairman Dr. Mukhtar Ahmed and University of Utah professors. Funded by USAID, the summit gathers over 180 leaders and faculty from Pakistani and American universities to enhance
Islamabad: In a move balancing industry demands with consumer protection, the Sugar Advisory Board has authorized the export of 150,000 metric tons of sugar. This decision follows directives from the Prime Minister to re-evaluate sugar export options. The federal government, aiming to regulate the sugar market, will kick off
DELHI: The newly formed cabinet of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has raised eyebrows by excluding any Muslim ministers, further highlighting Modi's anti-Muslim stance, according to Indian media reports. The 72-member cabinet, comprising 30 ministers and 41 ministers of state, is notably devoid of Muslim representation. While the