The Government of Pakistan, in a landmark move towards modern digital governance, has taken a significant step forward by introducing a QR-enabled national identity system, fundamentally revamping how citizens’ identities are verified and utilised across public and private services. The new framework, officially promulgated through amendments to the National Identity Card (NIC) Rules and the…
Pakistan may soon join the global map of high-end iPhone manufacturing, as negotiations between the Government of Pakistan and Apple Inc. enter an advanced stage. Several media reports have confirmed that discussions are underway regarding the possibility of establishing Apple’s manufacturing presence in the country. If finalized, the development would mark a historic shift for…
Parveen’s inspiring story highlights the struggle of working women in Pakistan facing inflation, poverty, and hardship while earning an honest livelihood.
Pakistan Railways has announced an important relief for media professionals by extending the validity of concession cards issued to journalists until February 28, 2026. The decision comes just weeks before the earlier expiry date of December 31, 2025, ensuring continuity of travel benefits for working journalists across the country. Journalists holding Pakistan Railways concession cards…
Every year on November 13, people around the globe come together to celebrate World Kindness Day, a day devoted to compassion, empathy, and goodwill. In a world often divided by race, religion, and politics, this day reminds us of the universal truth that kindness transcends all barriers. It calls on humanity to reconnect with its…
In recent days, two important diplomatic moves in South Asia and the broader region have caught Pakistan’s attention. First, the neighbouring country of Iran has offered to act as a mediator between Pakistan and the government of Taliban-ruled Afghanistan. Second, Turkiye has announced a significant delegation to Pakistan in order to help break the deadlock…
The Senate of Pakistan on Monday passed the 27th Constitutional Amendment bill in a contentious session, signalling one of the most far-reaching constitutional overhauls in recent memory for Pakistan. Let’s take a closer look at what the amendment proposes, why it has provoked so much debate, the key players and implications — and what readers…
US President Donald Trump, while speaking at a regional meeting in South Korea on Wednesday, once again credited himself with preventing a full-scale war between India and Pakistan. He claimed that both nations were “going at it,” with seven planes shot down, and that he stepped in by threatening them with 250 per cent tariffs…
In recent weeks, the Punjab Food Authority (PFA) has launched a rigorous crackdown against milk adulteration across major cities of Punjab, including Lahore, Faisalabad, Multan, and Rawalpindi. Thousands of liters of impure milk have been confiscated, and dozens of dairy shops have faced strict action. This campaign aims to safeguard public health and raise awareness…
Every year on October 2, the world commemorates the International Day of Non-Violence, a day dedicated to the teachings of Mahatma Gandhi and his philosophy of Ahimsa (non-violence). Declared by the United Nations General Assembly in 2007, this day not only marks Gandhi’s birthday but also serves as a global reminder that peace, tolerance, and…
