The town of Herndon, located in Virginia, United States (US), has chosen to commemorate Pakistan’s Independence Day on August 14, 2023. This decision serves as a significant gesture to acknowledge the noteworthy contributions made by Pakistani-American residents within the community.
Islamabad, 11 August 2023: The Pakistan-German Climate and Energy Partnership (PGCEP), in collaboration with the Ministry of Climate Change and Environmental Coordination, Government of Pakistan, organised an event in celebration of International Youth Day on Friday.
The Directorate of Intelligence and Investigation (I&I) Inland Revenue (IR) Karachi has apprehended the mastermind behind a fraudulent operation involving fake/flying invoices.
A significant event occurred on Wednesday when the Senate Standing Committee on Climate Change instructed the Capital Development Authority (CDA), Islamabad’s civic agency, to immediately cease the construction of a road through the Margalla Hills. The proposed road, starting at Shah Allah Ditta and cutting through the Margalla Hills National Park with the aim of connecting the capital to Haripur, was at the center of attention.
As August draws near, Pakistan witnesses the familiar sight of green and white flags adorning rooftops in anticipation of Independence Day. However, in recent times, this vibrant display of patriotism appears to be waning. The absence of these flags hanging proudly serves as a poignant indicator that the once robust and unifying force of patriotism is gradually diminishing among the Pakistani populace.
The burden of inflation continues to weigh heavily on the public, as the Utility Stores Corporation (USC) has revealed a further price hike in ghee, shortly after raising sugar prices.
Nouhaila Benzina, a Moroccan professional footballer, just became the first female player in history to wear a hijab while competing in the FIFA World Cup 2023.
A TikTok video featuring Qazi Haseeb, a TikToker with a significant following of 352k followers and 4.7 million likes, has ignited a wave of backlash due to his actions involving an almost lifeless Marmot. The incident took place on what seemed to be the route leading to Khunjerab Pass, located along the China border within the Hunza District of Gilgit-Baltistan (GB).
Last Thursday, the Sir Syed police department made a grim discovery when they found a lifeless body within a rent-a-car showroom situated in Nagan Chowrangi, Karachi. As per media reports, the body exhibited evident signs of severe torture.
The Supreme Court (SC) of Pakistan has made a significant decision by declaring the Supreme Court (Review of Judgments and Orders) Act 2023 unconstitutional, effectively striking down a law that sought to expand the scope of review petitions. This decision was made by a three-member SC bench, led by Chief Justice of Pakistan Umar Ata Bandial, and has far-reaching implications for the legal and judicial landscape of the country.
Ahead of August 14, the interim administration in Punjab has imposed a ban on planned rallies.Sources indicate that a special meeting focused on maintaining law and order during Independence Day was convened by the interim Punjab Chief Minister, Mohsin Naqvi.
In the month of July, the Islamabad Food Authority (IFA) conducted inspections at 427 food establishments across the city.
