The Employees’ Old-Age Benefits Institution (EOBI) is a government pension program in Pakistan that provides monthly financial support to private-sector employees after retirement. In 2025, EOBI pensions saw a 15% increase, and the minimum monthly pension was officially raised to Rs. 11,500. While there are widespread rumors about a Rs. 50,000 pension being approved, no official confirmation has

Pakistan is preparing for one of its coldest winters in decades due to the return of La Niña, a global climate phenomenon that typically leads to below-normal temperatures and unpredictable weather patterns. According to a report by the Intersector Coordination Group (ISCG) with UN-OCHA, the colder conditions could significantly worsen humanitarian challenges in areas still recovering from

More than a million acres of forest land, valued at approximately Rs. 1.3 trillion, have been reclaimed through coordinated efforts led by the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) in Balochistan. This significant recovery followed an intensive eight-month campaign targeting illegal occupation and land encroachments.

Pakistan has been elected to the United Nations Human Rights Council for a three-year term starting from 1 January 2026, following a strong show of support from the international community. The country received 178 votes in the UN General Assembly, securing its seat with a significant majority. This marks another milestone in Pakistan’s engagement with multilateral institutions and its ongoing

Bisma Asif, a politician of Pakistani descent, has made history by becoming the first Muslim elected to the Australian Parliament. This milestone marks a significant breakthrough for diversity and representation within Australian politics. Born in Pakistan, Bisma’s journey to public office has inspired many, especially women and minority communities, highlighting the importance of inclusion and

DIG Traffic Pir Muhammad Shah has announced the installation of 12,000 cameras across Karachi as part of efforts to modernize and improve the city’s traffic management system. Alongside this initiative, a mobile application is set to launch soon, aimed at providing greater convenience to citizens by offering traffic-related updates and services.

Shahnaz Laghari has made history by becoming Pakistan’s first female pilot to fly an aircraft while wearing a hijab, a groundbreaking achievement that resonates far beyond national borders.

Internet users across Pakistan are expected to experience significant service disruptions on Tuesday as Pakistan Telecommunications Limited begins maintenance work on a faulty repeater in the country’s submarine cable system. The planned activity is scheduled to start at 11:00 AM PST on October 14 and may last for up to 18 hours, potentially affecting nationwide connectivity throughout the day.

The federal government has approved a significant 85% increase in the Housing Rent Allowance (HRA) for employees from Grade 1 to Grade 22. This enhancement marks a shift in calculation, moving from the outdated 2008 pay scales to the current basic pay structure, aligning allowances more closely with today’s economic realities.

The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA), in partnership with provincial governments, has introduced an advanced digital system to simplify the process of registering births and deaths in Pakistan. This initiative, part of the National Biometric and Registration Policy Framework approved on January 1, 2025, aims to modernize and streamline the civil registration process by