ISLAMABAD – Pakistan has strongly condemned the recent airstrikes carried out by Israeli forces on Beirut’s southern suburbs and parts of southern Lebanon on June 5, 2025. The strikes, which occurred just before Eid al-Adha, have sparked outrage and concern in the international community. In an official statement, Pakistan’s Foreign Office said these attacks are […]
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Govt announces public holiday on may 28 to mark youm-e-rtakbeer
ISLAMABAD – The Pakistani government has declared May 28, 2025, as a public holiday to observe Youm-e-Takbeer, commemorating the country’s historic nuclear tests in the Chagai region of Balochistan in 1998. The announcement was made through a notification from the Establishment Division. This decision follows a similar move by the Sindh government, which also declared […]
Eid ul Adha to be celebrated across Pakistan on june 7
ISLAMABAD – The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee officially announced that Eid ul Azha will be celebrated across Pakistan on Friday, June 7, 2025, as the Zilhajj moon was sighted on Tuesday evening. The announcement came after the committee held its meeting in Karachi under the chairmanship of Maulana Abdul Khabeer Azad. Representatives from the Pakistan Meteorological […]
PM Laptop Scheme Deadline Extended to June 1 — Apply Now to Secure Your Device
The Prime Minister’s Youth Laptop Scheme has officially extended its registration deadline from May 20 to June 1, 2025, offering students extra time to apply and benefit from this opportunity. This extension is part of the government’s commitment to promote digital access and support higher education across Pakistan. Under Phase-IV of the scheme, 100,000 laptops […]
Pink moon 2025: A celestial treat for Pakistan on april 13
The Pink Moon, the first full moon of spring, will shine brightly in Pakistan on Sunday, April 13, 2025. While it won’t actually appear pink, the name comes from the blooming pink phlox flowers, marking the season’s arrival. In Karachi, the moon will rise around 9:08 PM UTC, setting the stage for a stunning night. […]
LHC requests Punjab government’s response on PTI’s rally at Minar-e-Pakistan
The Lahore High Court (LHC) is seeking a response from the Punjab government regarding PTI’s request for a rally at Minar-e-Pakistan. The rally is planned for March 22, 2025. This decision came during a hearing of a petition filed by PTI Vice President Akmal Khan Bari. In the hearing, senior lawyer Sardar Latif Khosa represented […]
Fehmarnbelt tunnel: A game-changer for European transport
A groundbreaking engineering project is underway to connect Denmark and Germany. The Fehmarnbelt Tunnel will be the world’s longest road and rail tunnel. Spanning 18 kilometres (11.2 miles), this ambitious undersea structure promises to reshape European transport forever. It will significantly enhance travel efficiency and connectivity between the two countries. The tunnel will feature two […]