The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority has started licensing Virtual Private Network service providers under the Class License for the Provision of Data Services in Pakistan. Nine companies have already been authorized to offer VPN services in the country. Details about the application process, eligibility criteria, and the list of licensed operators are available on the authority’s official

The Green Tractor Scheme Phase 3 is a government initiative designed to support Pakistan’s farmers by providing subsidized tractors, enabling them to adopt modern farming practices and improve productivity. The program aims to reduce reliance on manual labor, increase crop yields, and boost farmers’ incomes, particularly for small-scale operators.

Following the directive of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, Punjab Safe City has introduced a specialized mental health counselling service to support individuals experiencing stress, hopelessness, or suicidal thoughts. The service is integrated with the Punjab Emergency Helpline 15, allowing callers to press 7 to connect directly with trained psychologists for immediate assistance.

The Punjab government has issued a two-week deadline for stakeholders to implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in plazas, schools, and hospitals following the Gul Plaza fire incident in Karachi. The directive aims to strengthen fire safety and emergency preparedness across the province.

Pakistan has requested a fresh 10-year extension from Iran, pushing the start of the Iran–Pakistan (IP) gas pipeline to 2035, as it faces a potential $18 billion penalty in international arbitration due to US sanctions on Tehran. The federal government is currently contesting arbitration proceedings initiated by Iran before the Paris-based Court of Arbitration under French law, while

The Sindh government has announced that Phase-I of the Karachi Safe City Project is set to be launched within the next two months, with installation work completed and trial operations already underway. Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah made the announcement during a meeting at the Chief Minister House, instructing authorities to ensure that the project becomes fully operational within the

Murree is facing an unprecedented snowstorm, with snowfall levels breaking a 20-year record and accumulating up to five feet in some areas, causing severe disruptions to daily life and mobility. The heavy snow has stranded thousands of vehicles across the town, prompting a large-scale rescue operation to safely evacuate around 5,000 cars. Police, traffic authorities, and rescue teams are

The State Bank of Pakistan has immediately revoked the authorisation and licence of M/s Glaxy Exchange (Private) Limited due to serious violations of the central bank’s regulatory instructions. Following this decision, Glaxy Exchange, including its head office and all branch outlets, is no longer allowed to conduct any foreign exchange-related business activities.

The Punjab government has officially unveiled a dedicated logo to give the Basant festival a unified and recognizable identity, marking an important step toward organized and officially branded celebrations. The newly introduced logo prominently features Lahore Fort alongside colorful kites, symbolizing the historic and cultural roots of Basant while reflecting its deep connection with Punjab’s

Punjab is preparing to launch nine major development projects in the Faisalabad Division under the Punjab Development Program, with work planned across Faisalabad, Jhang, and Toba Tek Singh districts at a cost of billions of rupees. The initiative is aimed at accelerating regional development and improving infrastructure through timely execution and close administrative oversight.