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The federal government has stated that free laptops would be distributed to pupils in Karachi later this year. According to government spokeswoman Raja Ansari, the Prime Minister will begin a significant project in December, and laptop computers will be distributed to pupils at the Quaid-e-Azam mausoleum. Read more:
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The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has announced interest-free loans for provincial employees, aiming to ease financial burdens through accessible installment plans. According to the official notification, loans will be extended to employees from grade one to 17, with Rs340 million allocated under the current budget. The plan sets aside Rs100
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The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Wildlife Department generated over $1.9 million this year after auctioning 39 trophy hunting permits for Markhor, Ibex, and Grey Coral. Record revenue of $1,913,842, highlighting interest among international hunters, particularly after the first-ever introduction of Grey Coral hunting permits in the province. Special
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Health Ministry in Pakistan has unveiled a new polio eradication strategy, expanding vaccination to children up to 15 years, starting November in Karachi, Lahore, and Quetta. Officials said the change follows expert recommendations after persistent virus traces were detected in Karachi and Lahore, highlighting the urgent need for a broader
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The Sindh Excise and Taxation Department has issued a reminder, urging motorists to replace outdated vehicle number plates with newly introduced future-designed plates. In its notification, the department stressed that using old or yellow-colored plates beyond the given timeline would result in heavy fines and possible legal action
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K-Electric has declared that it would permanently shut down two gas fired power facilities in Karachi due to the continued gas scarcity and fuel supply issues. Read more: World Bank Warns Poverty Deepens in Pakistan In a letter to shareholders and NEPRA, the business announced the shutdown of both
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The federal government has introduced a refund policy for Hajj applicants unable to proceed with the pilgrimage because of medical problems or other unavoidable circumstances. The Ministry of Religious Affairs has finalized guidelines to facilitate affected pilgrims, ensuring transparency and fairness in the refund process for all eligible applicants. Applicants
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Poverty in Pakistan has reached alarming levels, with the World Bank reporting that nearly one in four citizens now lives below the poverty line. According to the latest shocking report by World Bank, the poverty rate has climbed to 25.3% in 2024-25, compared with 18.3% in 2022,
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In collaboration with Pakistan Sweet Home, inDrive has developed a unique initiative in Islamabad to highlight children's creativity by putting their artwork on automobiles. The initiative's goal is to expose orphaned children's creative skills while asking the public to assist them through donations. Read
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The Sindh government has declared Wednesday, September 24, a public holiday in 14 districts of the province owing to local government by-elections. An official announcement announced that government offices and institutions in these areas will stay closed so that voters can cast their votes. Read more: Punjab Announces Class
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Atlas Honda has announced a special service campaign in solidarity with customers living in flood-affected areas of Pakistan. From today to 27 September 2025, selected 3S dealerships will offer free motorcycle checkups along with up to 50% discounts on labour charges. The initiative is designed to reduce repair costs
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The long-awaited merger of Telenor and Ufone is approaching completion. The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) informed the Senate Standing Committee on IT and Telecom that the agreement, which had been under evaluation for 18 months, is now in its final stages and might be concluded within one to