Lahore: The Punjab government has completed preparations for Ramadan, announcing the establishment of 100 Ramadan bazaars across the province with discounted essential goods. According to official details, 1,216 free meal points (dastarkhwans) will be set up in 152 tehsils to support low-income families during the holy month. Under the Rs47 billion “Ramadan Nigehban Package,” distribution of special relief cards has begun. For subsidised flour, 120 sale points will be created where a 10kg flour bag will be available for Rs850 at Ramadan bazaars and designated outlets. Authorities said 20 essential food items will be sold at a 20% discount at…
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Voting is underway in Bangladesh Elections 2026, with a close contest expected between two major prime ministerial candidates. Polling began at 6:30am Pakistan time and will continue until 3:30pm, according to election authorities. The Bangladesh Election Commission said voting is being held across 300 parliamentary constituencies in 64 districts, with 42,761 polling stations set up nationwide to facilitate voters. For the first time in the country’s history, postal voting has been introduced, benefiting nearly 15 million Bangladeshis living abroad. Simultaneous voting is taking place in 299 of the 300 constituencies. Around 2,000 candidates are contesting for 350 seats in parliament.…
Saudi Arabia has announced a fully funded international research internship for Pakistani students, offering a $1,000 monthly stipend along with housing, travel and health benefits. According to international reports, King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) has officially opened applications for its Visiting Student Research Program 2026. The prestigious program is available to undergraduate and master’s students from Pakistan and across the world. Selected students will receive a monthly stipend of $1,000. The package also includes a round-trip air ticket, free on-campus accommodation, full health insurance, visa support and access to state-of-the-art research laboratories. The internship will run for…
The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) has imposed fixed electricity charges on domestic consumers using up to 300 units per month, expanding the fee structure to lower consumption slabs. According to the regulator’s decision, protected consumers using up to 100 units per month will pay a fixed charge of Rs200. Protected consumers using up to 200 units will pay Rs300 in monthly fixed charges. For non-protected consumers, Nepra has set a fixed fee of Rs275 for usage up to 100 units, while those consuming up to 200 units will pay Rs300. Non-protected consumers using up to 300 units will…
The Sindh government has begun preparations to introduce a Youth Card aimed at supporting young people across the province with education, employment and sports opportunities. An important meeting on the proposed Sindh Youth Card was held at the Sindh Secretariat under the chairmanship of Sports and Youth Affairs Minister Sardar Muhammad Bakhsh Mahar. The session was attended by Sports Secretary Munawar Ali Mahesar, Director Asad Ishaq, Chief Engineer Muhammad Aslam Mahar and other officials. Officials gave a detailed briefing on the design and rollout of the Youth Card during the meeting. The provincial minister directed the sports secretary to develop…
Four police officials, including a station house officer (SHO), were martyred when terrorists attacked a police party during a search operation in Dera Ismail Khan, officials said on Wednesday. The incident took place in the Wanda Badh area within the limits of Shaheed Nawab Khan police station. According to police, armed militants opened fire on officers engaged in a search operation, triggering an intense exchange of gunfire. Police sources said the attackers were affiliated with the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) Tipu Gul Marwat group. SHO Faheem Mumtaz Khan Marwat was martyred in the attack along with constables Irfan Khan, Ghulam…
A Lahore sessions court on Wednesday extended the interim bail of Aroob Jatoi, wife of popular YouTuber Ducky Bhai, until March 24 in a case related to the alleged promotion of online gambling. During the hearing, Aroob Jatoi appeared before the court along with her legal team. The investigating officer requested permission to conduct a forensic examination of the accused’s mobile phone. The court approved the request of the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) officer and allowed the mobile forensic analysis. Defence counsel argued that the forensic report could not be completed within one or two weeks and requested…
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has said that peace and stability in Balochistan is a priority for the entire country, stressing that Pakistan stands united with the province against all threats. Addressing a ceremony at the Frontier Constabulary (FC) Headquarters in Balochistan, the chief minister said it was an honour to visit the front line force and pay tribute to personnel serving under difficult conditions. She saluted officers and soldiers fighting on the front lines and said Balochistan was not alone. “We all stand shoulder to shoulder with Balochistan,” she added. Maryam Nawaz praised the sacrifices of security personnel,…
STOCKHOLM: Sweden is planning to introduce stricter rules for foreigners seeking citizenship, including longer residency requirements and mandatory language and financial criteria, officials have announced. According to foreign media reports, Sweden’s Minister for Migration, Johan Forssell, said the government intends to tighten existing laws to ensure citizenship reflects stronger integration into Swedish society. Under the proposed changes, applicants will be required to demonstrate a law-abiding lifestyle, meet financial requirements, and pass language and civic knowledge tests. The minimum residency period before applying for citizenship is expected to increase from five years to eight years. Forssell stated that obtaining Swedish citizenship…
AHMEDABAD: South Africa defeated Afghanistan in one of the most thrilling matches of the T20 World Cup, clinching victory in a rare second Super Over after both teams were tied in regulation play and the first Super Over. The Group D clash in Ahmedabad saw both sides score 187 runs in their allotted 20 overs, forcing the match into a Super Over. Afghanistan set 18 runs in the first Super Over, while South Africa managed 17, resulting in yet another tie and pushing the game into a second Super Over. Batting first in the decisive Super Over, South Africa posted…
