The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) issued important guidelines for citizens, stressing the legal obligation to renew identity documents especially the Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC) before expiry to avoid disruption of essential services. Under Pakistani law, NADRA issues identity documents for a specified validity period, and adults are required to ensure timely renewal. […]
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Naqvi directs NADRA to aid law enforcement in deportation of illegal immigrants
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Tuesday directed NADRA to fully assist law enforcement agencies in the deportation of illegal foreigners, state broadcaster Radio Pakistan reported. While chairing a meeting at NADRA headquarters in Islamabad, Naqvi said immediate identification of those who illegally obtained Pakistani citizenship must be ensured, and such individuals should be removed from […]
NADRA issues list of e-sahulat centre set up across Pakistan
The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) released complete data of e-Sahulat franchises established across the country to facilitate citizens. According to official sources, a list of more than 3,000 franchises was issued, enabling users to access map locations and other details of their nearest e-Sahulat centres. The list also included information about franchise owners, […]
NADRA declares digital CNIC equivalent to physical CNIC
The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has formally declared that the Digital Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC) available through its PakID mobile application, held the same legal status as the physical CNIC. The authority expressed concern that several offices and service providers were still refusing to accept digital identity credentials and insisting on physical […]
KP sets up redressal system to resolve Ramadan Relief Package 2026 issues
PESHAWAR – The government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) has initiated measures to address problems faced by beneficiaries of the Ramadan Relief Package 2026, following directives from Chief Minister Sohail Afridi. The KP Social Welfare Department has established redressal committees to handle complaints and difficulties encountered during the disbursement of financial assistance to eligible individuals. Beneficiaries […]
NADRA cancels 4.2 million CNICs after record verification
The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has completed a major verification exercise aimed at improving the accuracy and integrity of Pakistan’s national identity system by reconciling civil registration records with the national citizen database. According to NADRA, the reconciliation process between the Civil Registration System and the National Citizen Database has been completed, leading […]
Govt amends NADRA rules, introduces QR codes as security, verification feature
Pakistan has notified amendments to the National Identity Card and Pakistan Origin Card rules and introduced QR-based verification and stronger fraud controls, the National Database and Regulatory Authority (NADRA) said on Tuesday, amid efforts to strengthen the country’s digital ecosystem. The amendments modernize Pakistan’s identity document framework by legally embedding QR-based verification, strengthening authentication controls […]
NADRA launches mobile registration for Pakistanis in Ras Al Khaimah
ISLAMABAD — The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has announced a mobile registration service for Pakistanis living in the United Arab Emirates, with a visit scheduled to Ras Al Khaimah on Sunday, 15 February 2026. The service will operate from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm at the Pakistan Centre, allowing citizens to apply for […]
KP CM Sohail Afridi linked to May 9 case video, court seeks full forensic reports
PESHAWAR: Fresh controversy has emerged in the May 9 case after forensic and verification reports linked video evidence to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi, prompting the court to seek a complete report on February 14, according to official sources. Read More: Forensic ‘report confirms KP CM’s presence’ in May 9 videos The Punjab Forensic Science Agency reportedly confirmed […]
Pak-ID usage crosses 15,000 daily applications as citizens embrace digital services
ISLAMABAD — The use of Pakistan’s Pak-ID mobile application is steadily rising, with daily applications surpassing the 15,000 mark for the first time, authorities said on Monday. Read More: NADRA issues new instructions to get new CNICs The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) expressed appreciation for the growing public trust in the platform, which […]