ISLAMABAD: The average base electricity tariff has been increased by Rs1.79 per unit with effect from January 1, according to a decision issued by the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra). Nepra announced that it has approved the request submitted by power distribution companies (DISCOs) and forwarded the decision to the federal government. The revised tariff will come into force after formal approval by the government. As per Nepra’s notification, the average base electricity tariff has been fixed at Rs33.38 per unit, compared to the existing rate of Rs31.59 per unit. The newly determined tariff reflects an increase of Rs1.79…
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BANNU: Three police personnel were injured after unidentified armed assailants opened fire on a police vehicle near Bannu Link Road in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Tuesday, police said. According to a police spokesperson, the vehicle belonged to Hangu police and was heading towards Bannu in connection with challan-related duties when it came under attack. The assailants managed to flee the scene following the firing. Two of the injured officers are currently receiving medical treatment at the District Headquarters (DHQ) Hospital in Karak, while one critically wounded official has been shifted to Peshawar for advanced medical care. Following the incident, police cordoned…
Islamabad (January 7, 2026): The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) has launched the Benazir Hunarmand Programme, a new initiative aimed at equipping beneficiaries with market-relevant skills to help them secure dignified and sustainable livelihoods. According to a statement issued by a BISP spokesperson, the programme will provide free technical and vocational training to eligible individuals from BISP-registered households. Selected participants will also receive a monthly stipend during the training period. In the first phase, the programme has been rolled out in 28 districts of Sindh in collaboration with the provincial government. Beneficiaries selected for the programme will be contacted directly…
Dambulla: Pakistan won the toss and elected to field against Sri Lanka in the opening T20 International of the three-match series being played in Dambulla on Tuesday. Speaking at the toss, Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha said the team combination is well-balanced and capable of delivering strong performances across all departments. The playing XI features Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Fakhar Zaman, and skipper Salman Ali Agha, providing stability and firepower in the batting lineup. The all-round department includes Faheem Ashraf and Shadab Khan, while the bowling attack is strengthened by Salman Mirza and mystery spinner Abrar Ahmed. Pakistan will look…
ISLAMABAD: The Government of Japan has officially announced the MEXT Teachers Training Scholarship 2026 for Pakistani teachers, offering a valuable opportunity for educators seeking advanced professional training and research experience in school education. According to an official statement, selected candidates will participate in a non-degree teachers training and research program at a Japanese university. The program is not linked to bachelor’s, master’s, or PhD degrees but is specifically designed to enhance professional teaching skills and educational research. Participants will receive a certificate upon successful completion of the program. The scholarship is offered by Japan’s Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science…
Cambridge, Massachusetts: In a historic first for the United States, two Pakistani-origin politicians have been elected as Mayor and Deputy Mayor of Cambridge. On January 5, 2026, Sanbal Siddiqui, originally from Karachi, was elected Mayor of Cambridge City for the third consecutive term (2024–2026), while Burhan Azim, from Burewala, Punjab, became the youngest Deputy Mayor in the city’s history. Sanbal Siddiqui, a practicing lawyer from Karachi, has been active in American politics since her election to the Cambridge City Council in 2017. She previously served as Mayor from 2020 to 2024. Siddiqui is the first Muslim Mayor of Cambridge and…
After two days of upward momentum, gold and silver prices have declined again in both international and local markets. According to the All Sarafah Association, gold prices dropped by Rs 1,200 per tola in local markets, bringing 24-carat gold to Rs 466,762 per tola. The price of 10 grams of gold also fell by Rs 1,028, reaching Rs 400,173. Silver prices remained stable at Rs 8,361 per tola. On the international front, gold prices fell by $12 per ounce, bringing the rate to $4,444 per ounce. Analysts suggest that the market is experiencing a minor correction after the previous gains,…
Karachi: The ongoing dispute between Karachi Bar officials and Rajab Butt’s lawyer, Mian Ali Ashfaq, is likely to be resolved soon. Mian Ali Ashfaq is expected to visit the City Court tomorrow at the invitation of the Karachi Bar, where he will announce his withdrawal from cases against the officials. According to sources, the Karachi Bar will also withdraw its application against Mian Ali Ashfaq. Earlier, the Punjab Bar Council had suspended Ali Ashfaq’s license based on a request from the Karachi Bar. Additionally, a case of assault against lawyers has been registered against Rajab Butt at the City Court…
Karachi: Senior Sindh Minister Sharjeel Memon has welcomed the visit of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi to Karachi, assuring that he will be accorded full protocol and security during his stay. Speaking to the media, Memon said that while political differences exist, the KP chief minister can continue his activities in Karachi within the framework of the Constitution and the law. He added that adequate security arrangements will be provided, and the Sohail Afridi Karachi visit is expected to be peaceful and productive. At the same time, Memon criticized the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leadership, claiming that the party’s founder…
Rawalpindi: The Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) Rawalpindi has issued an arrest warrant for Alima Khan in connection with a case related to the November 26, 2024, protest. Her request for a one-day exemption from attendance was rejected, and the court ordered that the case be heard daily to avoid further delays. The hearing was presided over by ATC Judge Amjad Ali Shah. Alima Khan was represented by her lawyer Faisal Malik, while Prosecutor Zaheer Shah appeared for the government. During the proceedings, cross-examination of 10 witnesses by the lawyers of five accused was completed, but further cross-examination could not be conducted…
