Pakistan’s Literacy Divide Persists as Male Literacy Reaches 73% and Female Literacy Stays at 54%
A significant gender gap in literacy continues to challenge Pakistan’s education sector, according to the Pakistan Economic Survey 2025-26. The latest data shows that the male literacy rate in the country stands at 73.0%, while female literacy remains considerably lower at 54.0%. The statistics, derived from the 2025 Population and Housing Census, highlight the ongoing […]
Lahore High Court Orders Crackdown on Illegal Waste Dumping Across Punjab
The Lahore High Court (LHC) has directed authorities across Punjab to take strict action against individuals involved in illegal waste disposal, reinforcing efforts to tackle environmental pollution and improve air quality in the province. The directive came during a hearing on multiple petitions related to smog prevention and environmental protection. Justice Shahid Karim, who has […]
CCP Recovers Rs. 3 Crore Penalty From Strepsils Maker Over Misleading Advertising Claims
The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has successfully recovered a penalty of Rs. 30 million from Reckitt Benckiser Pakistan Limited following a ruling by the Competition Appellate Tribunal (CAT) in a misleading advertising case involving the Strepsils brand. The recovery comes after the Tribunal upheld the CCP’s earlier decision, which found the company responsible for […]
Pakistan Railways Launches Second Upgraded Awam Express Rake
Pakistan Railways has introduced the second upgraded rake of the Awam Express, further enhancing travel facilities for passengers traveling between Peshawar and Karachi. The initiative is part of ongoing efforts to modernize railway services and improve the overall passenger experience on one of the country’s busiest routes. The upgraded Awam Express was formally flagged off […]
Lahore Traffic Police Begins Strict Action Against E-Challan Defaulters
The Lahore Traffic Police has launched a citywide crackdown on vehicles with unpaid e-challans as authorities step up efforts to improve road discipline and ensure compliance with traffic laws. The operation has been initiated under the directives of Chief Traffic Officer (CTO) Lahore, Syed Abdul Rahim Shirazi, who has instructed traffic officials to adopt a […]
Azhar Ali Applauds Pakistan’s Australia Series Triumph, Calls for Focus on Bigger Challenges Ahead
Former Pakistan captain Azhar Ali has praised the national cricket team for its impressive ODI series victory over Australia, describing the result as a positive sign for the future of Pakistan cricket. However, the former skipper has also cautioned the team against becoming complacent, emphasizing that sustained success on the international stage remains the ultimate […]
FTO Directs CDA to Release Long-Pending Merit List Within 30 Days
The Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO) has directed the Capital Development Authority (CDA) to release the long-awaited merit list for several recruitment positions within 30 days, providing relief to candidates who had been waiting months for the completion of the hiring process. The directive follows complaints lodged by six applicants, including Amir Ullah and others, who […]
Pakistan Greenlights Nationwide Digital Medicine Verification System to Combat Fake Drugs
Pakistan is set to transform its pharmaceutical sector with the introduction of a nationwide digital verification system for medicines. The federal cabinet has approved a comprehensive track and trace mechanism that will help authorities monitor medicines from production to the point of sale, reducing the risk of counterfeit and substandard drugs entering the market. The […]
Mohammad Yousuf Unveils His All-Time Pakistan Cricket Greats After Historic 1000th ODI
Former Pakistan batter Mohammad Yousuf has shared his list of the country’s all-time cricket greats following a landmark moment in national cricket history, as Pakistan celebrated its 1,000th One Day International (ODI) match with an impressive victory over Australia. The milestone match took place at the iconic Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, where Pakistan delivered a commanding […]
Javed Afridi Reaffirms Confidence in Babar Azam After PSL 11 Triumph
Peshawar Zalmi owner Javed Afridi has once again expressed his unwavering support for Pakistan cricket star Babar Azam, highlighting the batter’s dedication, consistency, and leadership qualities following the franchise’s successful Pakistan Super League (PSL 11) campaign. Afridi shared his views during an interactive question-and-answer session on Instagram, where fans were given the opportunity to ask […]