The Punjab government has officially declared Thursday, May 1, as a public holiday across the province in honor of International Labour Day. This annual holiday is dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the contributions and sacrifices of workers around the world. International Labour Day, often referred to simply as Labour Day, is a symbol of solidarity…
Indian airlines are now facing a massive financial setback after Pakistan closed its airspace to Indian-operated aircraft. This move is expected to cost Indian carriers up to $500 million every single month. The ban comes at a time of already tight margins for the aviation industry and is causing major disruptions for long-haul international flights….
As the final exams for Class 12th are just around the corner, students under the Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) Rawalpindi are preparing to appear in the annual intermediate examinations for 2025. If you’re one of them, it’s time to get your roll number slip – a must-have document for every candidate. Roll…
Nearly 67,000 Pakistani pilgrims may lose their chance to perform Hajj this year because of system errors that caused significant delays in the application process. The issue stems from technical difficulties with the Saudi online Hajj platform, Nusuk, which closed earlier than expected—leaving thousands of visa applications pending and unprocessed. The Hajj Organisers Association of…
Recent buzz on Pakistani social media has sparked concern about another possible earthquake hitting the region soon. A lesser-known group, Earthquake Quick News & Research Center (EQQN), issued an alert suggesting that seismic activity could affect Pakistan and Afghanistan in the coming days. Their prediction, claiming a quake over magnitude 5, stirred panic among citizens…
Planning a trip to Malaysia from Pakistan? Before you pack your bags, there’s one essential thing you need to sort out — your visit visa. Pakistani citizens must obtain a valid Malaysia visit visa before traveling. Without it, you risk being denied entry or even deported upon arrival. But don’t worry — the process is…
In a landmark move that reflects growing inclusivity and respect for religious minorities, the Sindh government has declared Monday, April 21, 2025, as a public holiday for Christian employees in Karachi and other parts of Sindh to mark the Easter festivities. The announcement, made through an official notification by the General Administration and Coordination Department,…
Cement prices across major cities in Pakistan are showing mixed trends, reflecting the shifting dynamics of supply and demand in the construction industry. Based on the latest figures, prices have either slightly increased or remained stable in most cities, with some locations even experiencing minor declines. In the capital city of Islamabad, cement prices have…
As changing weather patterns sweep across the country, several regions in Pakistan are bracing for heavy rainfall and thunderstorms in the coming days. According to meteorological trends and expert observations, a strong westerly weather system is expected to affect both upper and lower parts of the country, triggering a wave of intense weather events. Weather…
National Savings has officially released the results for the Rs. 750 prize bond draw, which took place on April 15, 2025, in Peshawar. This quarterly event, much anticipated by investors across the country, brought excitement to many with its winning numbers now made public. The first prize of Rs. 1,500,000 was awarded to the lucky…