First elections announced in Syria since the fall of Assad regime. Syria has declared its first parliamentary elections since the expulsion of former President Bashar al-Assad, marking a major political development in the country’s postwar transition. The vote is scheduled to take place from September 15 to 20, according to Mohammed Taha al-Ahmad, head of […]
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Government cuts profit rates on National Savings Schemes; Check new rates
The government cuts profit rates on National Savings Schemes. The federal government has reduced profit rates on several National Savings Schemes with effect from July 28 (today). The annual profit on Special Savings Certificates has been reduced from 10.6 percent to 10.4 percent. The rate for Bahbood Savings Certificates, Pensioners’ Benefit Accounts, and Shuhada Family […]
PIA to launch special Arbaeen flight operation from Aug 8
PIA to launch special Arbaeen flight operation from Aug 8. Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has announced a special flight operation for pilgrims traveling to Iraq for Arbaeen. According to sources, the operation will begin on August 8, with flights from Pakistan to Najaf scheduled until August 11. Return flights from Najaf to Pakistan will operate […]
220 UK MPs urge Starmer to recognize Palestinian State
220 UK MPs urge Starmer to recognize Palestinian State. In a good move, over 220 members of the UK Parliament, representing nine political parties, have signed an open letter addressed to Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer, urging the UK to formally recognize a Palestinian state. The group emphasizes that such a move would send a […]
Pakistan attracts 3,800 investors for electric vehicle stations
Pakistan attracts 3,800 investors for electric vehicle stations. The National Energy Conservation and Conservation Authority (NEECA) has announced that 3,800 investors and companies—both local and international—have shown keen interest in establishing EV charging infrastructure across Pakistan. According to Dr Moazaam, Managing Director of NEECA, the authority has so far issued licenses for 71 EV charging […]
Ishaq Dar clarifies remarks on Dr Aafia Siddiqui case
Ishaq Dar clarifies remarks on Dr Aafia Siddiqui case. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said on Saturday that his recent remarks regarding the case of Dr Aafia Siddiqui have been misrepresented and taken out of context. In a clarification issued, Dar said that during a session at the Atlantic Council think tank […]
Punjab government announces internship program for graduates – Check eligibility & apply
Punjab government announces new internship program for graduates. The Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz-led Punjab Government has announced the second phase of its highly anticipated Agriculture Graduate Internship Program 2025. With a generous monthly stipend of Rs60,000, the initiative is set to benefit 2,000 fresh graduates, offering them a unique opportunity to gain real-world experience in […]
Indian pacer Yash booked over rape allegations
Indian pacer Yash booked over rape allegations. A case has been registered against Indian fast bowler Yash Dayal for allegedly raping a girl for the last two years. According to details, an FIR has been registered against Dayal at the police station in Jaipur. Dayal, who represents the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), was facing a […]