Pakistan’s High Powered Selection Board (HPSB) is expected to meet during the first week of August 2026 to consider the long-awaited promotions of senior civil servants from Grade 21 to Grade 22, potentially ending a delay that has lasted for around 15 months. The HPSB, which is responsible for reviewing and approving promotions to the…
Pakistan has intensified its nationwide campaign against undocumented Afghan nationals after the expiration of the government’s deadline for voluntary compliance with immigration regulations. According to official directives, Afghan nationals residing in Pakistan without valid visas or legal documentation will now face immediate arrest as authorities begin stricter enforcement of immigration laws. The federal government has…
The federal government is planning to significantly expand the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) by creating 838 new positions to improve Pakistan’s ability to combat cybercrime and strengthen digital security. According to official sources, the proposal was initiated by the Director General of the NCCIA, who requested additional human resources from the Ministry of…
Heavy rain accompanied by strong winds disrupted daily life and flight operations in Islamabad, with poor visibility causing delays for several incoming and outgoing flights. The sudden spell of intense rainfall swept across various parts of the federal capital, reducing visibility and creating difficult driving conditions during peak traffic hours. Water accumulated in several low-lying…
Former Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Amir has officially joined Trent Rockets for the 2026 edition of The Hundred, strengthening the franchise’s pace attack ahead of the tournament, which will run from July 21 to August 16. Trent Rockets confirmed the signing in an official statement, announcing that Amir will replace England fast bowler David Payne,…
The federal government has announced a significant increase in petroleum prices, raising the cost of petrol by Rs13.18 per litre and high-speed diesel (HSD) by Rs13.80 per litre amid renewed uncertainty in global oil markets. Following the latest revision, the price of petrol has increased to Rs310.71 per litre, while high-speed diesel will now cost…
Pakistan has urged the United States and Iran to remain committed to the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and continue diplomatic engagement to prevent further regional tensions and promote lasting peace. Speaking during a session of the United Nations Security Council, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, expressed concern over the…
The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has arrested three individuals accused of operating a network involved in illegally obtaining and selling sensitive telecommunication data belonging to Pakistani citizens. According to NCCIA officials, the suspects allegedly acquired confidential telecom records and sold the information for financial gain. The data reportedly included call detail records (CDRs),…
The Balochistan government has announced a compensation package of Rs11.1 million for the legal heirs of each police official martyred in the recent terrorist attack in Ziarat, reaffirming its commitment to supporting the families of those who lost their lives in the line of duty. According to an official statement issued by Shahid Rind, Special…
Olympic champion and Pakistan’s javelin sensation Arshad Nadeem has been named captain of Pakistan’s 36-member contingent for the upcoming Commonwealth Games 2026, scheduled to be held in Glasgow from July 23 to August 2. The appointment marks another milestone in Arshad Nadeem’s remarkable sporting journey, as the athlete who brought historic Olympic glory to Pakistan…
