Lahore: The Punjab government has introduced the Parwaz Card programme to support young people seeking employment abroad by offering interest-free financial assistance for initial expenses. Under the scheme, eligible applicants will receive support to cover costs such as visa fees, medical tests, air tickets, and other essential pre-departure expenses. Officials said the programe aims to ease financial barriers and help skilled youth access international job opportunities. According to authorities, up to 100,000 eligible candidates will benefit from the scheme. Applicants must already have a verified job offer from an overseas employer to qualify. To be eligible, applicants must be at…
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Islamabad: Pakistani students have been offered a major opportunity to pursue higher education in China, as fully funded scholarships for Master’s and PhD programmes have been announced. According to official details, the scholarships will cover full tuition fees, accommodation, medical facilities, and a monthly stipend, making it a highly attractive option for students seeking international education. Students from Engineering, Natural Sciences, and Social Sciences backgrounds are eligible to apply. The application process will be completed through the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan. Interested candidates must submit their applications before the deadline of January 18, 2026. The initiative aims to…
Lahore: Cold and dry weather is expected to continue across most parts of the country, while very cold conditions are likely in hilly areas, according to the weather outlook. Dense to moderate fog is expected in the plains of Punjab, upper Sindh, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, while mist may develop at a few locations in Potohar region and Kashmir during the morning hours. In Islamabad, the weather will remain cold and dry, with fog likely during night and early morning hours. Across Punjab, most districts will experience cold and dry conditions, while Murree, Galiyat, and surrounding areas are expected to remain…
Security forces have killed 11 Indian-sponsored terrorists belonging to Fitna-al-Khawarij in two separate intelligence-based operations carried out in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the military’s media wing said on Thursday. According to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the operations were conducted on January 8, 2026, in North Waziristan and Kurram district, targeting militants linked to the Indian-backed proxy group Fitna-al-Khawarij. The ISPR said that acting on credible intelligence, security forces launched an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in North Waziristan, where a terrorist hideout was effectively engaged. During a heavy exchange of fire, six terrorists of Fitna-al-Khawarij were killed. In a…
Lahore: Punjab Transport Company (PTC) has announced a paid internship programme for students and fresh graduates, offering young individuals an opportunity to gain practical experience in a professional environment. According to an official statement issued by the company, the internships will be offered for a period of two months. The programme aims to provide hands-on exposure and enhance the professional skills of students and graduates. The internship programme is available in five different departments, including Information Technology, Operations and Planning, Finance and Accounts, Engineering and Infrastructure (Civil), and Marketing and Communication. Candidates with an interest in these fields are encouraged…
Islamabad: More than 700,000 Pakistanis left the country for overseas employment during 2025, including 18,352 highly educated professionals, according to official data released by the Bureau of Emigration and Overseas Employment. The documents show that in 2024, a total of 727,381 Pakistanis had gone abroad for work. The latest figures indicate that overseas employment remains a major source of livelihood for Pakistan’s workforce. According to the bureau, the professionals who went abroad in 2025 included 5,659 accountants, 10,503 cooks, 3,795 doctors, and 5,946 engineers. The data further revealed that among those who left the country, 13,657 were highly skilled workers,…
Preparations for a security operation in Tirah Valley, located in Khyber district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, are underway as the displacement of local residents is set to begin from January 10. According to official sources, the registration process for families relocating from the Maidan area of Malik Deen Khel in Tirah Valley has been ongoing for the past three days. A special registration centre has been established in Paindi Cheena, where affected families are being registered under a scheduled plan. So far, more than 2,500 families have been registered. Of these, 176 families have already received initial financial assistance of Rs250,000…
NORTH WAZIRISTAN: The local administration has imposed a North Waziristan curfew across the district on January 10 and 11, 2026, citing security and administrative reasons. According to the Deputy Commissioner of North Waziristan, all major roads, including the Bannu–Miranshah main highway, will remain closed for general traffic during the curfew period. Only authorised and emergency vehicles will be allowed to move with prior permission. The authorities have urged residents to cooperate with law enforcement agencies and strictly follow the curfew orders to avoid inconvenience. Induction Tests Postponed Meanwhile, officials confirmed that induction tests scheduled to begin tomorrow have been postponed…
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has submitted solid security evidence to the International Cricket Council (ICC), raising serious concerns about the safety of Bangladeshi cricketers in India. According to Bangladeshi media reports, the BCB’s legal adviser sent an email to the ICC along with nearly 16 links as supporting material. These links include television reports, YouTube videos, and newspaper coverage, highlighting security threats faced by Bangladeshi players on Indian soil. The purpose of submitting this evidence is to prove that Bangladesh cricket security concerns in India are real and cannot be ignored. “If One Player Is Unsafe, How Can the…
US President Donald Trump’s latest remarks on global military action and international law have triggered widespread debate across the world. In a series of interviews and public statements, Trump made it clear that he does not consider himself bound by international laws when it comes to protecting American interests. Speaking to The New York Times, Trump said his decisions are not limited by global legal frameworks. According to him, the United States has the right to carry out military action in any country if it believes its national security or interests are at risk. He stated that his own judgment…
