KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister inaugurated an online registration system on Monday for births, deaths, marriages, and divorces, terming it a key milestone in the province’s digital governance efforts. The system will allow citizens to apply for civil certificates from home, track application progress, and obtain verified digital records, reducing reliance on manual paperwork. Officials said...
A new study by the Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) reveals that Pakistan consumes between 60 and 90 tonnes (≈ 60,000–90,000 kg) of gold annually—equivalent to about US $8–12 billion in value—yet more than 90% of this trade occurs informally. The report notes that about 70% of gold demand stems from weddings and cultural festivities....
The FIA has initiated legal proceedings, through its cybercrime unit, the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA), against several social media accounts accused of spreading misleading posts about “arbitrary offloading” of passengers at Pakistani airports. Officials clarified that no traveller with valid documentation is being denied boarding; only those with fake, incomplete, or suspicious papers,...
In a unique gesture to mark International Children’s Day, Punjab Education Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat handed over his official responsibilities to a student for an entire day. The symbolic move aimed to highlight children’s rights, promote youth empowerment, and encourage students to imagine themselves as future leaders. The selected student, invited to the minister’s office,...
Pakistan Customs has intercepted around Rs 110 million worth of gold jewellery and foreign currency from two alleged smugglers at Karachi’s Jinnah International Airport, the Collectorate of Customs reported. Authorities stopped two women in the international departure hall. From one, they recovered $6,143 and 2 kg of gold, and the other was found carrying $5,746...
Pakistani security forces carried out coordinated operations on November 16 and 17 in the Bajaur and Bannu districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, killing 23 foreign militants belonging to a proxy group called Fitna al‑Khawarij, described as backed by India. In the Bajaur raid, 11 militants were killed, including their leader, identified as Sajad, alias Abu Zar....
Former Pakistan captain Sarfaraz Ahmed has been given an important new role within the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), overseeing both the Pakistan Shaheens and the Under-19 national team. According to reports, Sarfaraz will work closely with coaches and join team tours, allowing him to directly supervise training programs, player development, and strategic planning for upcoming...
Defense Minister Khawaja Asif has made serious allegations, stating that Bushra Bibi used to work for former intelligence chief General Faiz Hamid. In a candid interview with Geo News, Asif claimed that the information provided by Bushra Bibi was consistently proven correct within just a few days. He went on to accuse the founding leader...
Pakistan’s iconic Lux Style Awards are making a triumphant return to a full live stage this December in Karachi. The 24th edition, branded to “Mirror the Magic” of the LSAs’ two-decade legacy, will celebrate the country’s creative spirit with fresh collaborations and a renewed vision. In a nod to the evolving entertainment scene, a brand-new...
India has declared the Delhi explosion a terrorist act but stopped short of blaming Pakistan, prompting widespread “software updated” jokes online. The shift in tone sparked debates about regional tensions, India’s recent security posture, and the political implications of avoiding immediate accusations.