ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Religious Affairs is preparing to start collecting Hajj 2026 dues from registered Pakistani pilgrims in the first week of August 2025. As in previous years, the payment process will be done in two installments. The first installment is expected to range between Rs500,000 and Rs550,000, and will be collected on a … Read more
The Sindh Excise and Taxation Department is experiencing an overwhelming surge in demand for its newly designed Ajrak-themed motorcycle number plates. In just the first three weeks of July, the department received over 60,000 registration applications, and officials expect that number to exceed 100,000 by the end of the month. This sudden interest is largely … Read more
In a major step toward promoting healthier public spaces, the Punjab government has officially banned smoking and the sale of tobacco products in all public parks and gardens across the province. The new directive, issued by the Housing and Public Health Engineering Department, applies to all areas managed by the Parks and Horticulture Authorities (PHAs). … Read more
PayPal has just rolled out a major upgrade to its crypto ecosystem, allowing U.S. businesses to accept payments in more than 100 cryptocurrencies—a move that could dramatically reshape how online commerce works. Popular wallets like Coinbase, MetaMask, Binance, and Kraken are supported, giving users a wide range of options. Once a customer completes a purchase, … Read more
Makkah, Saudi Arabia: Saudi authorities have launched a groundbreaking monorail project to improve access to the historic Cave of Ghar-e-Soor, a site of immense significance in Islamic history. The cave, located in the rugged hills near Makkah, is famously known as the place where Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and Abu Bakr (RA) took refuge during the … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Petrol and diesel prices have stayed high in Pakistan due to post-budget taxes and global market instability. However, some relief may be on the horizon starting August 1, 2025. Currently, petrol is priced at Rs272 per litre, but sources familiar with the matter say a decrease is expected in the upcoming fortnight. The PML-N-led … Read more
Lahore: The Punjab Assembly turned into a battleground on Monday when a heated exchange between PTI and PML-N committee members turned physical. The tension began during the session when Khalid Nisar Dogar, a PTI committee member from PP-236, slapped Ehsan Riaz, a PML-N committee member from PP-136. Ehsan Riaz immediately retaliated with a slap of … Read more
Pakistan is actively participating in the ongoing high-level United Nations conference on Palestine, with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar leading the country’s delegation in New York. The three-day conference, taking place from July 28 to 30, is focused on finding a peaceful resolution to the Palestine issue through the implementation of the … Read more
GWM Pakistan has officially announced the launch of its highly anticipated Haval H6 Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV), set to hit the market on August 12, 2025. The vehicle will be priced at Rs. 12,895,000 (ex-factory), and eager buyers can already pre-book it by depositing Rs. 2,400,000. The H6 PHEV is packed with power, featuring … Read more
Pakistan and China are all set to take another major step in their growing space collaboration. On July 31, the two countries will launch a new remote sensing satellite from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in China. The mission marks a key milestone in bilateral cooperation and Pakistan’s expanding presence in space technology. According to … Read more
Pakistan and Kyrgyzstan have reaffirmed their commitment to boosting bilateral trade to $100 million, following the fifth session of the Inter-Governmental Commission on Trade-Economic and Scientific-Technical Cooperation held on Monday. Addressing the session, Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Power, Sardar Awais Leghari, highlighted the urgent need to revive economic ties between the two nations. Despite long-standing … Read more
In a strange and frustrating turn of events, a glitch on Instagram caught users around the world off guard by replacing their friends’ names with the label “AI.” The unexpected change made it nearly impossible to tell real contacts apart from artificial intelligence, leading to confusion and widespread complaints. The issue first surfaced on Reddit, … Read more
During his visit to Turnberry, Scotland, on Monday, U.S. President Donald Trump called the humanitarian crisis in Gaza “real starvation stuff” and announced plans for the United States to establish food centers in the region. The initiative aims to address growing hunger and malnutrition amid Israel’s ongoing blockade of humanitarian aid. “We’re going to set … Read more
The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) Swat has officially announced the SSC 2025 results for both 9th and 10th class students. Students who took the BISE Swat Matric exams in 2025 can now access their results through various platforms, including the official website, SMS service, and the board’s helpline. How to Check BISE … Read more
Islamabad: Two Chinese companies have officially applied to export donkey meat from Pakistan to China, according to sources at the Ministry of National Food Security. Both firms have submitted applications for slaughterhouse setup and export licenses. One of the companies, Heng Ying, has already signed a protocol agreement with Pakistani authorities to begin exports of … Read more
A tragic new chapter has emerged in the name of ‘honour’ killings in Rawalpindi. A married woman, Sidra, was reportedly murdered on the orders of a jirga in the Pirwadhai area’s Fauji Colony. Her second husband, Usman, has surrendered to police. Official documents confirm that Sidra married Usman in Muzaffarabad on July 12. She had … Read more
ISLAMABAD – July 27: Two Pakistani athletes have reportedly gone missing—or possibly absconded—during the ongoing FISU World University Games 2025 in Germany, prompting serious concerns and official action from the Pakistan Sports Board (PSB). Taking note of the incident, the PSB has established a three-member inquiry committee to thoroughly investigate the matter. The committee will … Read more
ISLAMABAD, July 27 (APP): To make digital identity services more accessible, NADRA launched a special public awareness campaign at Centaurus Mall in Islamabad, showcasing its Pak-ID Mobile App. Set up early Saturday morning and running into the evening, the NADRA stall drew large crowds. Citizens stopped by throughout the day, where NADRA staff helped them … Read more
