Substantial Pay Raise on the Table A highly anticipated bill proposing a significant salary hike for Punjab Assembly members will be presented in the house today. Deputy Speaker Malik Zaheer Channar will oversee the proceedings, which are set to commence at 2:00 PM. Proposed Increment Breakdown The bill suggests an increase of Rs400,000 in monthly […]
Tim Nielsen Removed as Assistant Coach Ahead of South Africa Test Series
PCB Drops Tim Nielsen Before Crucial South Africa Tour The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has made a significant decision by removing Tim Nielsen from his role as assistant coach ahead of the Test series against South Africa, which begins on December 26. Nielsen, who joined as the high-performance red-ball coach in August, had his short-term […]
Record Rs75 Million Bid for Markhor Hunt Spotlights Pakistan’s Conservation Efforts
Historic Achievement in Wildlife ManagementAn American hunter has made headlines by securing the highest-ever bid for a Markhor hunting permit in Pakistan’s history. The staggering Rs75 million bid reflects the success of Pakistan’s community-based conservation programs, which use controlled hunting as a tool for sustainable wildlife management. Details of the Unprecedented HuntThe first hunting permit […]
How to Benefit from CM Punjab’s Free Solar Panel Scheme
Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif Introduces Solar Relief InitiativePunjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has launched an ambitious Free Solar Panel Scheme to alleviate the burden of rising electricity costs on low-income households. Announced during an inauguration ceremony, this scheme promises sustainable relief for 100,000 households across Punjab. Step-by-Step Guide to ApplyingResidents can easily apply […]
Meta Unveils Plans for $10 Billion Undersea Cable to Revolutionize Connectivity
Meta’s Groundbreaking Cable ProjectMeta, the tech giant behind Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, is set to transform global connectivity with its ambitious new undersea cable project. Spanning an estimated 40,000 kilometers, this $10 billion infrastructure initiative will position Meta as the sole owner and operator of one of the world’s most advanced subsea data networks. Reinforcing […]
Fuel Price Hike: Petrol, Diesel, and LPG Costs Surge in Pakistan
The government has raised the prices of petrol and diesel, intensifying the financial strain on citizens amid a period of rising inflation. Petrol will now cost Rs. 252.10 per liter, up by Rs. 3.72, while high-speed diesel (HSD) has been increased by Rs. 3.29 per liter, setting its new price at Rs. 258.43. Global Pressures […]
PCB Champions Trophy Hosting: Stance on Equality Takes Center Stage
As the decision regarding the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy looms, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi has firmly reiterated the board’s stance. Speaking at a press conference held at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium, Naqvi emphasized that the PCB will prioritize equality and fairness in all decisions concerning the tournament’s hosting. Firm Communication with ICC Naqvi […]
Habib University hosts ninth Yohsin Lecture Featuring Dr Thomas Hansen
Karachi: Habib University proudly hosted its ninth annual Yohsin Lecture featuring distinguished author and professor from Stanford University, Dr Thomas Hansen. His talk was titled, “The Angry Tide: Reflections on Fascism, Resentment and Authoritarian Dreams.” Dr Hansen, a renowned scholar in South Asian studies, dove into crucial issues of the present, exploring the rise of […]
PAA Dismisses Reports of Delays, Confirms Normal Airport Operations
The Pakistan Airport Authority (PAA) has dismissed rumors of extended delays for international passengers at Islamabad International Airport (IIA) and confirmed that airport operations remain normal nationwide. Addressing the Claims In recent days, reports surfaced alleging that international passengers were facing delays of up to 72 hours at IIA. Responding to these claims, the PAA […]
Rs13 Million Cocaine Seized from Brazilian Woman at Karachi Airport
A Brazilian woman was arrested by the Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) at Jinnah International Airport, Karachi, after being caught with 1.396 kilograms of cocaine worth Rs13.9 million, hidden in her luggage. This marks another success in Pakistan’s ongoing battle against drug trafficking. Details of the Arrest The suspect arrived in Karachi on a private airline, concealing […]