The Punjab government has announced a major initiative aimed at helping young people secure overseas employment opportunities through a new program called the “Parwaz Card.” Under the scheme, 45,000 youth will be facilitated for foreign jobs over the next three years, combining skills training, financial support, and full pre-departure assistance. The Planning and Development Board…
The search term “Pakistani TikTok Alina Amir viral video” has recently surged across Google and social media platforms, particularly in Pakistan. Thousands of users are trying to find out who Alina Amir is and whether any video involving her has actually gone viral. However, despite the sudden attention, the reality behind this trend is far…
The NADRA Bug Bounty Challenge 2026 is a nationwide cybersecurity initiative aimed at strengthening the protection of Pakistan’s digital identity systems. Launched by the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA), the program encourages ethical and responsible vulnerability testing in a controlled environment. The challenge reflects Pakistan’s growing commitment to digital security, ethical hacking, and local…
Meta has introduced a new security feature on WhatsApp, named “Strict Account Settings,” aimed at protecting users from cyberattacks and unauthorized access. The optional lockdown-style feature automatically activates enhanced privacy and restricted settings to make accounts more secure. This move comes as Meta faces a legal case over alleged false privacy claims regarding WhatsApp. Key…
Electricity consumers across Pakistan may face higher electricity rates just before the holy month of Ramadan, as the Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA) has submitted a request to NEPRA for a monthly fuel price adjustment. If approved, the adjustment could make electricity 48 paisa per unit more expensive for one month. CPPA Details Fuel and…
The Excise and Taxation Department of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has successfully completed the auction of 11 high-demand vehicle number plates in Peshawar, generating total revenue of Rs. 5.81 crore. The highest bid was secured for the number plate Wazir-1, which fetched Rs. 1.5 crore, followed by Afridi-1 at Rs. 1.40 crore and Khan-1 at Rs. 1.11…
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has officially issued a notification dividing Swat District into two separate administrative districts. The announcement, released by the Board of Revenue and State Department, states that the division is effective immediately. According to the notification, the decision was approved in the 43rd meeting of the provincial cabinet on December 19, 2025,…
Due to potential security concerns, the Deputy Commissioner of Swat has issued a threat alert for all educational institutions across the district. The directive emphasizes enhanced security for girls’ schools and other vulnerable institutions. The alert follows recent incidents targeting schools in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Punjab, prompting authorities to place schools, colleges, and universities in…
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has officially announced the player categories for the 11th edition of the HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL). According to PCB, a total of 89 local players have been placed into five different categories, with 16 players included in the prestigious Platinum category. As per the official statement, Salman Ali Agha,…
Gold prices have reached an all-time high in the international market, recording a sharp surge within a single day. The precious metal jumped by $158 per ounce, pushing its price to a new record level of $5,240 per ounce. This historic rise marks one of the strongest single-day increases in gold prices in recent years,…
