Audit Finds Rs1.26bn Irregularities in MoITT’s ICT Projects

By Zohaib Shah ⏐ 4 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon Newspaper Icon 2 min read

ISLAMABAD – A report by the Auditor General (AG) has revealed procurement irregularities worth Rs1.26 billion in IT projects under the Ministry of Information Technology…

AGP Flags Rs 9.15 Billion Misuse of Ignite R&D Funds In Governance Gaps

By Abdul Wasay ⏐ 4 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon Newspaper Icon 2 min read

In a startling audit disclosure, the Auditor General of Pakistan (AGP) has uncovered financial irregularities amounting to Rs 9.152 billion in the Ignite R&D Fund…

‘Eyes of the City’ Stolen: Rawalpindi’s Safe City Cameras Disappear Overnight

By Abdul Wasay ⏐ 4 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon Newspaper Icon 2 min read

In a baffling and troubling development, surveillance equipment deployed under the Punjab Safe City Project in Rawalpindi has been stolen, highlighting alarming security gaps in…

Pakistan Sets Up Digital Authority Under Landmark Law, Announces Key Appointments

By Abdul Wasay ⏐ 4 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon Newspaper Icon 2 min read

The federal government has officially established the Pakistan Digital Authority (PDA) under the Digital Nation Pakistan Act 2025, marking a major stride in the nation’s…

Pakistani Youngster Builds ‘Safar’ Metrobus Routes App Alone, Free for Everyone

By Abdul Wasay ⏐ 4 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon Newspaper Icon 4 min read

A Reddit post in the r/islamabad community has sparked quite some attention for being a Godsend for the people of Islamabad-Rawalpindi. The post came with…

Moody’s Upgrades Ratings of Five Pakistani Banks to Caa1 Amid IMF Progress

By Zohaib Shah ⏐ 4 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon Newspaper Icon 3 min read

Moody’s Ratings has upgraded the long-term deposit ratings of five major Pakistani banks, reflecting an improved economic outlook. Allied Bank (ABL), Habib Bank (HBL), MCB…

Senate Committee Reviews CSS Age Relaxation, Attempts, and Structural Reforms

By Zohaib Shah ⏐ 4 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon Newspaper Icon 3 min read

Islamabad: A meeting of the Senate Standing Committee on Cabinet Secretariat was held under the chairmanship of Senator Rana Mahmood ul Hassan. The meeting was…

How to Apply for Dubai Virtual Work Visa, Eligibility, Income Requirement

By Manik Aftab ⏐ 4 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon Newspaper Icon 2 min read

Pakistani professionals working remotely can now apply for the Dubai Virtual Work Visa, which allows digital nomads to live in the UAE emirate for one…

NA Committee Directs Ministry to Revive PTV, Regulate OTT Platforms

By Zohaib Shah ⏐ 4 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon Newspaper Icon 2 min read

The National Assembly Standing Committee on Information and Broadcasting has directed the Ministry to prepare a comprehensive plan for Pakistan Television’s financial revival. The committee…

NA Committee Warns Against Car Imports, Supports District Chambers

By Zohaib Shah ⏐ 4 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon Newspaper Icon 2 min read

ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly Standing Committee on Commerce has stressed the need for fair competition between new and used cars. Members warned that opening commercial…

PM Laptop Loan Scheme 2025 Launched in Pakistan

By Zohaib Shah ⏐ 4 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon Newspaper Icon 2 min read

The Government of Pakistan has launched the Prime Minister Laptop Loan Scheme 2025, a flagship initiative to bridge the digital divide and support the country’s…

NADRA Mobile App Lets You Cancel Your Own ID After Death — But How?

By Manik Aftab ⏐ 4 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon Newspaper Icon 2 min read

The NADRA mobile app has sparked controversy after users discovered a puzzling feature that seemingly allows individuals to cancel their identity card due to death.…

Lawmakers Question ‘Irregularities’ in Rs170Bn ADB Road Project

By Manik Aftab ⏐ 4 months ago ⏐ Newspaper Icon Newspaper Icon 3 min read

Several parliamentary committees have expressed serious concerns over the Rs170 billion ADB road project, pointing to alleged ghost tendering, collusive practices, and procedural violations by…

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