LHC grants bail to accused in alleged bribery case involving Aroob Jatoi
The Lahore High Court (LHC) has granted bail to the accused in a case involving the alleged acceptance of a bribe from Aroob Jatoi, wife of YouTuber Saad-ur-Rehman, popularly known as Ducky Bhai. Justice Abhar Gul Khan issued a six-page written verdict on March 18, 2026. The decision concerned former Additional Director Sarfraz Chaudhry, Shoaib […]
US-Iran war: Trump seeks $200 billion in military funds
The Pentagon has informed lawmakers that the war incurred a cost of $11.3 billion for the US in just the first week. The conflict is set to enter its fourth week on Saturday.
Electricity bills to climb to Rs1.64 per unit in April
The decision comes after a utilities’ request to the country’s energy regulator on Monday for approval of an additional charge of Rs1.64 per unit to recover fuel costs that significantly exceeded the amounts billed to customers in February 2026.
CDA plans to install bike lanes, pedestrian paths in Islamabad
The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has planned to install dedicated bike lanes and pedestrian pathways across the city. The decision is a part of a broader effort to improve infrastructure and public spaces. The initiative was approved during a high-level meeting, chaired by the CDA Chairman and Chief Commissioner, Muhammad Ali Randhawa. CDA focuses on […]
Islamabad: CDA declares installation of Water Harvesting System compulsory
The CDA has declared the installation of a water harvesting system as mandatory for all farmhouses, government buildings, playgrounds, and rural areas.
Sehar, Iftar timings 30 Ramzan 2026: Islamabad, Lahore and Karachi
Ramzan 2026 has begun across Pakistan, with the first fast being observed on Thursday, February 19, 2026, corresponding to 1 Ramzan 1447 AH in the Islamic calendar. The Sehar and Iftar timings vary in Pakistan, area-wise. Sehri and Iftar times are slightly different in each city because of location, as Muslims across the country begin […]
China reveals plans to regulate new energy vehicle industry
Relevant agencies have committed to improved inter-departmental collaboration and a stronger focus on innovation-driven growth to foster the high-quality advancement of the new energy vehicle industry in China.
IESCO electricity schedule for Eid-ul-Fitr 2026
The Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO) says it will maintain a steady electricity supply during the Eid-ul-Fitr holidays, aiming to avoid disruptions. In a statement, IESCO Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Engineer Chaudhry Khalid Mahmood said the company had completed preparations to ensure continuous power. He said the arrangements were intended to help residents celebrate Eid […]