Pakistan’s Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector continued its strong growth trajectory, with ICT export remittances rising 19.7 per cent to a record $3.38 billion during July-March FY2026, according to the Economic Survey of Pakistan 2025-26 unveiled by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb. The survey showed that Pakistan had 34,420 registered IT and IT-enabled Services (ITeS) […]
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ICT Police rolls out Eid security plan with 7,000 personnel across capital
Islamabad Police has finalized a comprehensive security plan for Eid-ul-Adha under which more than 7,000 police officers and personnel will perform security duties across the federal capital during the Eid holidays. An official told APP on Monday that Inspector General of Police (IGP) Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi chaired a high-level meeting to review security arrangements […]
ICT admin rejects juice link after probe into three deaths
The Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) administration has denied the social media claims that 3 people were died in Islamabad after drinking juice. Spokesman of ICT administration said on Sunday that the district administration took notice of the reports and reviewed the case. Initial findings show that the deaths were not caused by juice consumption, according […]
ICT declares two public holidays on April 9, 10 amid foreign delegations visit
The Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) administration on Wednesday announced two local holidays on April 9 and April 10, 2026. The decision covers most offices within the capital’s revenue limits, while key public services will continue to operate during these 2 days. According to a notification issued by the Office of the District Magistrate, both Thursday […]
Thousands visit major ICT parks as officials check facilities
Thousands of people continued visiting three major parks in Islamabad on the third day of Eid-ul-Fitr, as the district administration remained active in the field to review arrangements and ensure public access to facilities. Crowds were seen at Lake View Park, Daman-e-Koh and Shakarparian National Park, where families gathered for outings and leisure activities. The […]
Feb 28 last date for ICT motorcycle M-Tag drive
The Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) administration has set February 28 as the final date for installing M-Tags on motorcycles under the second phase of the citywide registration drive. From March 1, motorcycles without M-Tags will not be allowed on roads, and such vehicles will be shifted to police stations. Officials said the step is aimed […]
2,000 motorbikes in three days, 233,000 cars tagged in ICT
More than 2,000 motorcycle riders received M-Tag stickers in the last three days, while 233,000 motor vehicles have already been tagged in Islamabad, as authorities continued the registration drive on the directions of the Deputy Commissioner and the Director General Excise. The initiative aims to ensure vehicle identification and compliance across the federal capital, said […]
219,979 vehicles e-tagged as ICT admin expands M-Tag points from 19 to 24
The federal capital has completed 219,979 vehicle e-taggings as the M-Tag registration drive continues across the city. To manage the rising number of applicants, the Excise Department has increased registration points from 19 to 24, aiming to ensure smoother access for vehicle owners, said the spokesman of Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) administration here. According to […]
CDWP clears Rs40bn health cover for AJK, GB, ICT
ISLAMABAD: The Central Development Working Party (CDWP) on Thursday approved a Rs40.188 billion Sehat Sahulat Programme to provide universal health coverage in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), Gilgit-Baltistan (GB), and the Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) for two years, ending June 30, 2027. Read More: CDWP approves nine projects worth around Rs 79bn The programme, part of […]
Islamabad policeman dismissed for abusing official position
An official of the Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) Police has been dismissed from service after being found guilty of misusing his official position and engaging in misconduct involving a married woman, police sources said on Friday. Read More: Islamabad rejects reports of Field Marshal visiting US According to officials, the policeman faced two separate inquiries following […]