Punjab Govt to Provide Electric Bikes to Excise Department Employees

Punjab Govt to Provide Electric Bikes to Excise Department Employees

The Punjab government has approved the provision of electric bikes to Excise Department employees for the first time, aiming to modernize official transport and promote environmentally friendly mobility across the province. The initiative is part of the government’s broader strategy to reduce fuel costs, improve efficiency, and adopt clean energy solutions within public sector departments. … Read more

KPK Govt Launches Solar Scheme 2026 for 100,000 Families

KPK Govt Launches Solar Scheme 2026 for 100,000 Families

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK) government has officially launched the Solar Scheme 2026, aiming to provide clean and affordable electricity to more than 100,000 deserving families across the province. The initiative is part of the government’s broader strategy to reduce energy poverty, promote renewable energy, and support households affected by rising electricity costs. Under the scheme, … Read more

SBP New Currency Notes Update – Expected Designs and Launch Details

SBP New Currency Notes Update – Expected Designs and Launch Details

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) is preparing to introduce new currency notes with updated designs and advanced security features, with reports suggesting the launch could take place towards the end of 2026. While the designs have reportedly been shortlisted, final approval from the federal government and cabinet is still pending, delaying the formal announcement. … Read more

Petrol Prices Likely to Fall in Pakistan From January 16

Petrol Prices Likely to Fall in Pakistan From January 16

A wave of optimism is building among consumers as petrol prices in Pakistan are likely to fall from January 16, following a sharp decline in global oil prices. The drop in international rates, combined with reduced premiums, customs duties, and favorable exchange rate adjustments, has created strong expectations of significant relief for inflation-hit households and … Read more

FIA to Launch Mobile App Offering Immigration Clearance in 10 Seconds

FIA to Launch Mobile App Offering Immigration Clearance in 10 Seconds

The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) is set to introduce a new AI-powered e-immigration mobile application and electronic immigration gates (e-gates) at airports to significantly reduce passenger waiting times and streamline the boarding process. The development was outlined by Mustafa Hameed Malik, Director of the FIA’s Integrated Border Management System (IBMS), in a video message shared … Read more

Hunarmand Naujawan Program Provides Rs 12,000 Monthly Support to Rural Women

Hunarmand Naujawan Program Provides Rs 12,000 Monthly Support to Rural Women

The Punjab government’s Hunarmand Naujawan Program, launched under the leadership of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, is offering Rs 12,000 monthly financial support to educated rural women across Punjab. The initiative aims to empower women by providing them with digital skills training and financial assistance, enabling them to earn a sustainable income while working from home. … Read more

IESCO Announces Power Outage Schedule for Sunday, January 10

IESCO Announces Power Outage Schedule for Sunday, January 10

The Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO) has announced a planned power outage schedule for Sunday, January 10, across multiple areas of Islamabad and Rawalpindi due to maintenance and routine development work. The scheduled shutdowns aim to improve system reliability and ensure smooth electricity supply in the future. According to an IESCO spokesperson, electricity will remain … Read more