Pakistan

  ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): People residing in federal capital Islamabad will now need to verify their identity through biometrics before they connect with the Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO) system. The decision is aimed to eliminate bogus and unauthorised connections, tighten accountability, and prevent fraud in power distribution besides curbing fraud in connections. The Islamabad […]

LAHORE: The University of Health Sciences (UHS) on Friday announced the date for the Medical and Dental College Admission Test (MDCAT) 2025 in Punjab and issued directions for the arrangements. According to the details, the test will take place on October 26, 2025, across twelve cities in the province under the supervision of UHS. More

KARACHI (Kashmir English): The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) on Friday warned that a deep depression has formed over the northeastern Arabian Sea and is likely to intensify into a cyclonic storm within the next 12 hours, which will be named “Cyclone Shakti”. The word “Shakti” means “power”, a name contributed by Sri Lanka. The Met Office

ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has introduced a new feature to allow citizens to schedule appointments for NADRA center services across the country using the Pak ID mobile app. The new system will reduce long lines and waiting time, as it will provide a more efficient and easier experience. Individuals

ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English):  The Ministry of Religious Affairs has stated that such applicants who do not pay the second installment on time will not be permitted to go on Hajj 2026. Hajj charges may be paid through a deposit in 14 specific banks. 6 lakh rupees per individual will be charged as the second installment

ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): Prime Minister Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif returned home after a two-week foreign visit, where he met with important international leaders and signed historic agreements. According to the details, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reached the federal capital, Islamabad, from London after his two-week-long foreign visit. The Prime Minister began his visit to Saudi Arabia,

ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Thursday visited Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) Hospital in Islamabad to inquire after police personnel injured during recent unrest in Azad Kashmir, state-run APP reported. During the visit, the Interior Minister went to each injured officer of Islamabad and AJK Police individually, asked about their