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NADRA Clarifies: Policy on B-Form Remains Unchanged

Kanwal Munir — Mon, 18 Dec 2023 13:55:13 +0000

B-Form The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has recently addressed and clarified any misconceptions surrounding the policy of issuing the Child Registration Certificate (CRC), commonly known as the B-form. In response to circulating reports, NADRA emphasized that there has been no alteration or contemplation of changes in the issuance policy for the B-form. A […]

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Pakistan Increases Depreciation Rates for Used Mobile Phones Imported by Overseas Pakistanis

Daniyal Wali — Mon, 18 Dec 2023 08:26:17 +0000

The depreciation rates for used or refurbished mobile phones brought into Pakistan by overseas Pakistanis have been increased from 30 percent to 60 percent for the assessment of duties and taxes. Conversely, commercial importers dealing with new mobile phones will be subject to higher customs values, providing greater relief to international passengers bringing in mobile […]

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Pakistan Sees Significant Reduction in Gender Gap as Voter Count Surpasses 128 Million

Daniyal Wali — Mon, 18 Dec 2023 05:44:35 +0000

The most recent statistics reveal that the number of voters in Pakistan has surpassed 128 million. Significantly, the electoral gender gap has diminished to less than 10 million for the first time in a decade. Among the registered voters, approximately 59.32 million are women (46.13%), and 69.26 million are men (53.87%). An analysis of the […]

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Pakistan Calls for Investigation into the Origin of TTP Weapons Supply

Kanwal Munir — Sun, 17 Dec 2023 09:40:04 +0000

TTP Weapons UNITED NATIONS: During a UN Security Council open debate on the threat posed by small arms and light weapons, Pakistan’s Deputy Permanent Representative, Usman Jadoon, raised concerns about the Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) acquiring modern weaponry for terrorist attacks. He emphasized the need for a UN panel to investigate how TTP obtains sophisticated weapons, […]

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Pakistan Expresses Concerns Over ‘Generous’ Arms Supply to India

Kanwal Munir — Sun, 17 Dec 2023 07:08:20 +0000

Arms Supply UNITED NATIONS: Pakistan has voiced its concerns over what it perceives as the “generous” supply of conventional weapons to a specific South Asian state, widely understood to be India. Speaking at the UN Security Council, Ambassador Muhammad Usman Iqbal Jadoon, Pakistan’s deputy permanent representative to the UN, criticized the “policy of double standards” […]

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Pakistan to Introduce E-Gates at Major Airports for Streamlined Immigration Process

Daniyal Wali — Sat, 16 Dec 2023 16:20:43 +0000

In an effort to streamline the immigration process for passengers, Pakistan is reportedly set to introduce e-gates at Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad airports. According to the information available, authorities in Pakistan are currently in discussions with a relevant company for the installation of e-gates at three major international airports in the country. The plan involves […]

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National Aviation Policy Overhaul: Revised Fees for Diverse License Categories Unveiled

Daniyal Wali — Sat, 16 Dec 2023 15:49:38 +0000

To ensure the stable presence of companies, the National Aviation Policy has adjusted fees for various air service license categories. According to the updated aviation policy, applicants seeking a passenger and cargo Regular Public Transport (RPT) License must provide an initial security deposit of Rs 100 million along with Rs 600 million in paid-up capital. […]

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Pakistani Actor Zahid Ahmed Criticizes Instagram’s Censorship Policy After Post on Palestine Deleted

Romana Afsheen — Sat, 16 Dec 2023 11:47:21 +0000

Pakistani actor Zahid Ahmed expressed his frustration with Instagram’s censorship policy after his post in solidarity with Palestine was deleted without prior warning. Zahid took to social media to convey his disappointment, revealing how supporters are being prevented from expressing solidarity with Gaza, and he criticized the infringement on their right to freedom of expression. […]

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Two watchmen die of asphyxia in Nathia Gali

Romana Afsheen — Sat, 16 Dec 2023 06:32:14 +0000

Two security personnel at a local hotel tragically lost their lives, apparently succumbing to asphyxiation while asleep in a room where coal was being burned in Nathia Gali. The incident came to light when the lifeless bodies of the watchmen were discovered within the hotel premises. Preliminary investigations conducted by rescue teams suggest that the […]

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CEC Sikandar Raja and CJP Isa Confer on LHC Verdict’s Impact on Feb 8 Polls

Kanwal Munir — Fri, 15 Dec 2023 16:21:47 +0000

Feb 8 Polls ISLAMABAD: Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Sikandar Sultan Raja and Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Justice Qazi Faez Isa held discussions on the potential repercussions of the Lahore High Court’s (LHC) verdict affecting the polling process. The LHC, on December 14, suspended the Election Commission of Pakistan’s (ECP) notification seeking returning officers (ROs) […]

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FIA Takes Bold Step in Combatting Human Trafficking with Launch of Dedicated Hotline

Kanwal Munir — Fri, 15 Dec 2023 12:50:21 +0000

ISLAMABAD: The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) in Pakistan has launched the country’s first Trafficking In Persons (TIP) Hotline, providing a platform for the public to register complaints against human trafficking. To report cases of human trafficking, individuals can call the hotline at 111-247-786. This initiative, developed in collaboration with the International Labor Organization (ILO) and […]

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Justice Sardar Tariq Masood to take oath as acting chief justice of Pakistan as CJP Isa is going abroad on winter vacations

Javed Mahmood — Fri, 15 Dec 2023 07:14:11 +0000

ISLAMABAD: Justice Sardar Tariq Masood is set to assume the role of acting Chief Justice of Pakistan while Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa travels abroad for the winter holidays. On Saturday, Justice Masood will take the oath as Acting Chief Justice and will fulfill this role for a duration of two weeks. The Supreme Court’s […]

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