Tue, 21-Oct-2025

Punjab Set to Introduce 28 Electric Buses in Another City

Gujrat Assistant Commissioner Bilal Zubair visited different sites to review the proposed routes and bus stop locations for the upcoming electric bus service in the district. He was joined by Regional Transport Authority Secretary Saddam Hussain, Municipal Committee Jalalpur Jattan Chief Officer Musharraf Baig, and other officials. The project, which is scheduled to start in … Read more

Awkward moment as Indian President’s chopper gets stuck in Kerala

Awkward moment as Indian President’s chopper gets stuck in Kerala

A part of a newly constructed helipad in Kerala’s Pramadam collapsed soon after Indian President Droupadi Murmu’s helicopter landed there on Wednesday. The incident took place at the Rajiv Gandhi Indoor Stadium in Pathanamthitta’s Pramadam, where the president had arrived to visit Sabarimala. Never seen like this before — a helicopter being pushed by hand! … Read more

Sindh High Court Announces Verdict on Land Dispute Between Police and Housing Society

The Sindh High Court has announced its verdict in the long-standing 54-Acre land dispute between the Sindh Police and the New Town Cooperative Housing Society. The Hyderabad Circuit Bench of the Sindh High Court, comprising Justice Muhammad Saleem Jessar and Justice Nisar Ahmed Bhambhro, lifted the construction ban in favor of the housing society. However, … Read more

Suzuki Alto, Cultus and Swift easy installment plans for October 2025

Car prices in Pakistan remain at record highs, and many people are searching for easy installment options to buy or upgrade their vehicles. Despite the rising costs, flexible installment plans are available for cars like the Alto, Swift, and Cultus, making it easier for Pakistanis to own a car. The Alto offers excellent fuel efficiency … Read more

Polish Deputy Prime Minister to visit Pakistan tomorrow on official visit

Polish Deputy Prime Minister to visit Pakistan tomorrow on official visit

Poland’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski will arrive in Pakistan tomorrow (Thursday) for a two-day official visit from October 23 to 24. During his stay, both countries will hold discussions covering the full range of bilateral relations. According to the Foreign Office, Sikorski is visiting Pakistan at the invitation of Deputy Prime … Read more

NADRA launches new, hassle-free payment method

NADRA launches new, hassle-free payment method

ISLAMABAD: The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has introduced a new digital payment system to make fee payments easier, faster, and more convenient for citizens. To simplify the process and reduce waiting times, NADRA has now connected its fee payments to mobile accounts and digital wallets. Citizens can now pay their fees instantly by … Read more

Power division clarifies: No Subsidy cut for K-Electric consumers

Power division clarifies: No Subsidy cut for K-Electric consumers

ISLAMABAD: The Power Division described the recent review of K-Electric’s tariff as a “major step forward” for the people of Karachi, emphasizing that it submitted the review on time and decided it purely on merit. In a statement, the division said that some groups are misrepresenting NEPRA’s decision, even though it is based on fairness, … Read more

Smog to persist across Lahore and Punjab for next two days

Smog is expected to continue in Lahore and across Punjab on Wednesday night and over the next two days. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), continental air is prevailing over most parts of the country, while a shallow westerly wave is affecting the northern areas. Under these conditions, dry weather is expected in most … Read more

Pakistan to introduce new passport design with updated colors

The government of Pakistan has decided to introduce major changes to the design and color of national passports. According to sources, the Directorate General of Immigration and Passports has received formal approval from the Ministry of Interior to modify the colors and design of public, official, and diplomatic passports. Under the new design, each passport … Read more

Punjab Govt introduces simplified system for Driving Licenses

Punjab Govt introduces simplified system for Driving Licenses

LAHORE: The long-standing difficulty of getting or renewing a driving license in Punjab has finally been eased with the launch of a new initiative — the province’s first-ever Mobile Police Station and Licensing Unit Project. Chief Minister of Punjab, Maryam Nawaz Sharif, formally inaugurated the mobile unit and inspected its different sections during the ceremony. … Read more

Karachi board announces 9th Class Results 2025: Check here

The Board of Secondary Education Karachi (BSEK) announced the results of the 2025 class 9 examinations for both Science and General Groups on Wednesday. According to the board’s statement, the Science Group achieved an overall pass rate of 78.26%, while the General Group, including both regular and private students, recorded a 54.38% success rate. How … Read more

BTC TO PKR – Today’s Bitcoin price in Pakistan on October 22, 2025

The rate of Bitcoin (BTC) in Pakistani Rupee (PKR) will Bitcoin (BTC) in Pakistani Rupee (PKR) is Rs 30845314.82 on 22 October 2025. Bitcoin to PKR (Bitcoin Price in Pakistan) 1 BTC = 30845314.82 Pakistani rupees. The price of Bitcoin fluctuates constantly due to various factors such as market demand, investor sentiment, regulatory changes, and … Read more

BTC TO USD – Today’s Bitcoin price in Dollar on October 22, 2025

As of 22 October 2025, the Bitcoin to USD exchange rate stood at $108,007.66. Bitcoin’s value in dollars reflects the dynamic nature of the cryptocurrency market. Investors and enthusiasts closely monitor these fluctuations to make informed decisions regarding buying, selling, or holding Bitcoin. Bitcoin price in Dollar Today Bitcoin to USD Rate: 108,007.66 Dollar The … Read more

Currency Exchange Rates in Pakistan Today

The Pakistani rupee showed mixed movement against several foreign currencies, including the Euro, Saudi Riyal, and British Pound, in the open market on Wednesday. On October 22, the buying rate of the US Dollar was recorded at Rs282.45, while the selling rate was Rs282.85, according to forex.pk. The Euro was being bought at Rs331.7 and … Read more

Nearly 4,000 Illegal Afghan Nationals sent back from Rawalpindi in 10 months

Nearly 4,000 Illegal Afghan Nationals sent back from Rawalpindi in 10 months

RAWALPINDI: Official documents have revealed that 3,942 undocumented Afghan nationals were sent back from Rawalpindi during the first ten months of this year, according to news. According to the documents, 2,817 Afghans without valid travel papers were repatriated to Afghanistan, while 232 were deported after their visas expired. Another 22 Afghans, carrying various types of … Read more

Gold price decreases in Pakistan: Check new rates here

Gold prices in Pakistan dropped sharply on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, following the downward trend in the international market, according to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA). The price of 24-karat gold per tola went down by Rs 7,538, closing at Rs 437,362 compared to Rs 444,900 a day earlier. Likewise, the price … Read more

Federal Govt changes plan, bulletproof vehicles now for Balochistan

Federal Govt changes plan, bulletproof vehicles now for Balochistan

ISLAMABAD/QUETTA: The federal government announced on Wednesday that it will now provide advanced bulletproof vehicles to the Balochistan government after Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s newly elected Chief Minister, Mohammad Sohail Afridi, returned the fleet that was originally given to the KP police. Earlier, on October 9, 2025, the Interior Ministry had handed over a fleet of bulletproof … Read more

Pakistan’s top order falls again as South Africa leads by 71

Pakistan's top order falls again as South Africa leads by 71

The third day of the Rawalpindi Test proved deeply painful for Pakistan, whose top batting order completely self-destructed. After surprisingly allowing South Africa’s tailenders to seize a crucial 71-run lead in the first innings, Pakistan’s openers immediately made the situation worse, collapsing dramatically to three wickets for a mere 16 runs in their second attempt. … Read more

63 killed in deadly bus crash in Uganda

63 killed in deadly bus crash in Uganda

At least 63 people have been killed and several others injured in a tragic bus accident in Uganda. According to police, the incident occurred due to a head-on collision between two buses. The crash took place around midnight on the highway connecting the capital, Kampala, to the northern city of Gulu. Several others were injured … Read more

ATC issues non-bailable warrant for Aleema Khan in PTI’s November 26 protest case

ATC issues non-bailable warrant for Aleema Khan in PTI's November 26 protest case.

Rawalpindi: An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Rawalpindi on Wednesday issued a non-bailable arrest warrant for Aleema Khan for the fourth time, in connection with cases stemming from the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) protests held on November 26 last year. Presiding over the hearing, ATC Judge Amjad Ali Shah expressed frustration over Aleema Khan’s repeated failure to … Read more

Pakistan and Saudi Arabia sign football cooperation agreement

Pakistan and Saudi Arabia sign football cooperation agreement

The Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) and the Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) have formally sealed a major agreement, establishing a partnership meant to significantly enhance collaboration in football. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was made official with the signatures of Mohsin Gilani, President of the PFF, and Yasser Al-Misehal, who leads the SAFF. This new … Read more

Ainak Wala Jin returns: The beloved 90’s Pakistani television series reimagined with AI

Ainak Wala Jin returns: The beloved 90’s Pakistani television series reimagined with AI

For the beloved 90’s kids and their children, the iconic Pakistani children’s television series Ainak Wala Jin is back on screens, this time as an AI-generated cartoon recreation. Ainak Wala Jin, originally produced and broadcast by PTV Lahore from 1993 to 1996, and later revived from 2005 to 2008, remains a cherished part of childhood … Read more

Aamir Jamal announces tragic death of his newborn

Aamir Jamal announces tragic death of his newborn

The entire global cricket community has been plunged into deep mourning, offering condolences to Pakistan’s promising all-rounder, Aamir Jamal known for his aggressive pace and fighting spirit on the pitch after the tragic and premature death of his newborn daughter. The devastated father chose to deliver the heartbreaking announcement personally on X (formerly Twitter), sharing … Read more

Miss Grand International 2025: viral awkward moment

Miss Grand International 2025: viral awkward moment

A moment of intense, raw awkwardness was permanently etched into pageant history at the ‘Miss Grand International 2025’ in Thailand, after a contestant mistook the announcement, leading to a painfully public, premature burst of celebration. The air was electric with anticipation as the final round names were revealed. Under this intense pressure, Asamer, the beautiful … Read more

Arslan Khan laughs about receiving an acting proposal from India

Arslan Khan laughs about receiving an acting proposal from India

Young actor Arslan Khan recently shared a bizarre yet hilarious tale about an acting proposal that came to him, seemingly by mistake, all the way from India. Arslan and his wife, Hira Khan, are a favorite celebrity couple, cherished by fans for their effortless charm and work. While appearing on a recent talk show, Arslan … Read more

FBR cracks down on lavish lifestyle display and tax evasion through social media

FBR cracks down on lavish lifestyle display and tax evasion through social media.

Islamabad; The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has launched a rigorous crackdown targeting individuals flaunting extravagant lifestyles on social media platforms while reporting disproportionately low taxable incomes. In a concerted effort to curb tax evasion, FBR officials have begun closely monitoring more than 100,000 social media accounts nationwide. The move aims to identify those whose … Read more

Asif Afridi breaks 92-year-old record with historic test debut

Asif Afridi breaks 92-year-old record with historic test debut

Pakistan cricket is basking in the glow of an exceptional achievement by veteran pacer Asif Afridi, whose remarkable feat has broken a record that stood for 92 years. Asif Afridi’s Test debut has now become a milestone in cricketing history. At the seasoned age of 38 years and 301 days, Asif Afridi has officially claimed … Read more

‘Op AL MASMAK’: Pakistan Navy seizes nearly $1 billion narcotics in Arabian Sea

‘Op AL MASMAK’: Pakistan Navy seizes nearly $1 billion narcotics in Arabian Sea

DUBAI: Pakistan Navy has seized narcotics worth an estimated $972 million during two successful interdictions in the Arabian Sea, according to a statement issued by the Combined Maritime Forces (CMF) on Tuesday. The operation, part of the ongoing “Operation AL MASMAK”, saw the Pakistan Navy ship PNS Yarmook intercept two unflagged dhow sailing vessels within … Read more