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Islamabad High Court Declares PEMRA’s Rs. 32 Billion Notices to TV Channels Illegal
The Islamabad High Court has declared the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA’s) demand of Rs. 32 billion from television channels illegal, bringing major relief to the broadcasting industry. The court ruled that PEMRA had no lawful justification for charging…
Silver Rebounds 28% in Two Days Amid Strong Investor Demand
International silver has surged back into bullish territory, climbing 28% in just 48 hours to trade around $91 per ounce. This rapid recovery follows a…
NADRA Service Centres to Remain Closed on February 5 for Kashmir Solidarity Day
In observance of Kashmir Solidarity Day, the Government of Pakistan has declared Thursday, February 5, 2026, a public holiday. As a result, all NADRA offices…
Punjab Government Installs Giant Basant Kite at Liberty Chowk
At Liberty Chowk, a massive kite now rises above the traffic and crowds, marking the installation of Pakistan’s largest kite and signaling the city’s long-awaited…
British-Era World War I Monument Demolished in Islamabad
A British-era World War I monument in Islamabad has been demolished by developers, raising serious concerns over the loss of historical and cultural heritage in…
FIA Busts Human Trafficking Network Sending Pakistanis to Cambodia
The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has arrested a six-member gang involved in trafficking Pakistani citizens to Cambodia, where victims were allegedly sold to criminal networks…
Punjab Govt Announces Public Holidays for February 6 & 7, 2026
The Government of the Punjab has officially declared two upcoming public holidays for the province. According to a notification issued by the Services and General…
Punjab Government Cracks Down on Motorcycles Without Safety Rods Ahead of Basant
Lahore authorities have warned that motorcycles without safety rods will face fines and may be impounded ahead of Basant. Safety rods are being installed across…
SBP Announces Bank Holiday on February 5, 2026
All banks across Pakistan will remain closed on Thursday, February 5, 2026, as the country observes Kashmir Day, following an announcement by the State Bank…
Crackdown on Illegal Call Centres Nets Rs 62.3 Million, 54 Units Sealed
The government has intensified action against illegal call centers involved in online fraud, sealing dozens of units, arresting hundreds, and recovering millions of rupees. This…
Pakistan Targets Overseas Jobs for 8 Lakh Workers in 2026
The federal government plans to facilitate overseas employment for 800,000 Pakistanis in 2026, marking an increase from last year, as it steps up efforts to…
CCP Greenlights Nippon Express Minority Acquisition in TCS Logistics
The Competition Commission of Pakistan has cleared Nippon Express’ purchase of a minority stake in TCS Logistics, marking a major step for the country’s logistics…
Kite Flying Banned in Nine Lahore Areas During Basant
The Lahore district administration has imposed a temporary ban on kite flying in nine areas of the city during the Basant festival, citing aviation safety…