People across Pakistan are set to enjoy three consecutive holidays in August as the country prepares to mark Independence Day.
Friday, August 14, will be observed as the official public holiday for Independence Day, followed by the usual weekend holidays on Saturday and Sunday.
The three-day break is expected to give families an opportunity to travel, spend time together and take part in Independence Day celebrations.
Across the country, flag-hoisting ceremonies, rallies and other events are expected to be held to mark the occasion. Homes, markets and major roads are also likely to be decorated with national flags and lights.
Separately, the Sindh government has announced a public holiday across the province on Wednesday, July 29, to mark the annual Urs of Sufi saint Hazrat Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai.
According to a notification issued by the Sindh Services, General Administration and Coordination Department, government and semi-government offices, autonomous bodies and local councils across the province will remain closed on the day.
The holiday has been declared in connection with the annual Urs celebrations, with the relevant departments directed to implement the notification.
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FBISE announces SSC Part I and Part II 2026 result date
The Federal Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (FBISE) will announce the Class 9 and Class 10 annual examination results on July 29 at 11:15 AM.
What is date for FBISE Class 9, 10 results 2026?
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Board | Federal Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (FBISE) |
| Examinations | Class 9 and Class 10 Annual Examinations |
| Result Date | July 29, 2026 |
| Result Time | 11:15 AM |
Students will be able to check their results through the official FBISE website or by using the FBISE SMS service.
Earlier, reports had suggested that the Class 9 results would be announced later in July. However, the board had not confirmed any date at that time.
Some reports had claimed that the results would be released on July 15, while others said July 20. Those dates were not officially confirmed by the board.
FBISE has now confirmed that the Matric 2026 results for both Class 9 and Class 10 will be announced on July 29 at 11:15 AM. Students can check their results online as soon as they are released.
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