FIA Recovers Over Rs. 615 Million in Crackdown on Illegal Visa Agents
FIA arrests 190 suspected illegal visa agents and reports recovering Rs. 615.55 million in a four-month Islamabad and Rawalpindi crackdown.
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Hanging by a Wire Becomes Pakistan's First Documentary Pick for the Oscars
Hanging by a Wire, Mohammed Ali Naqvi's documentary thriller on the 2023 Battagram cable car rescue, is Pakistan's official entry for Best International Feature Film at the 99th Academy Awards. It is the first documentary Pakistan has ever submitted for the Oscars.
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Kusal Mendis 87* denies Pakistan sweep as Sri Lanka win 3rd T20, hosts take series 2-1
The Pakistan Sri Lanka T20 series ended with Kusal Mendis finally finding his form when it mattered, hammering an unbeaten 87 to hand Sri Lanka an eight-wicket consolation win in Rawalpindi. Pakistan still walked away with the series 2-1 after two commanding earlier victories.
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Pakistan has declared 29 bottled water brands unsafe for human consumption.
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New Solar Panel Technology Can Charge Electric Vehicles Anywhere
GoSun EV Solar Charger offers up to 1,100W solar output and 20 miles of daily range. Check real-world performance, battery and price.
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NCCIA Arrests Two in Lahore Call Centre Scam Targeting Americans
NCCIA arrests two men in Lahore over an alleged call centre scam targeting US citizens through fake insurance calls and stolen card details.
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FBR Announces Second Tax Return Deadline Extension for 2026
FBR extends Pakistan's 2026 income tax return deadline to October 31 after requests from trade bodies and tax associations amid IRIS issues.
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Pakistani National Killed in Riyadh Airport Attack as Pakistan Condemns Escalating Violence
A Pakistani national was killed in a fresh Riyadh airport attack on October 11, 2026. Read casualty updates, Pakistan's response and travel implications.
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Kuwait Introduces New Salary Payment System for Private Companies
Kuwait introduces a new wage payment system for all private companies to monitor salaries, protect workers and improve payroll transparency.
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NIC Islamabad Investor Summit Puts Pakistan's Startup Funding Gap in Focus
NIC Islamabad's Investor Summit 2026 put Pakistan's startup funding gap in the spotlight as nine startups pitched to investors. Ignite CEO Bilal Abbasi announced PKR 100 million for R&D and PKR 200 million for product commercialisation under the PM's Spark and Elevate Program.
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Sana Mir's Early Cricket Career and Journey to Pakistan Women's Team
Sana Mir early cricket career began on the streets before her Pakistan debut. Explore her inspiring journey, early struggles, rise and national team success.
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US Expands Visa Screening Rules for Foreign Applicants From October 2026
The United States has expanded visa screening from October 1, 2026, adding online presence checks for more foreign applicants, including I, TN and TD visa categories.
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UBC Human Nutrition Scholarship 2027 Opens for Pakistani Students in Canada
Apply for UBC Human Nutrition Scholarship 2027 in Canada. Check funding, eligibility, IELTS requirements and February 1 deadline.
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Tesla Unveils Flying Roadster With SpaceX Technology, but There's a Catch
Tesla unveils its flying Roadster with SpaceX thrusters, 0–60 mph in 0.81 seconds and a 2028 production target. Explore its features and limitations.
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Pakistan's Skills Crisis Costs the Economy $31.5 Billion Every Year
The Pakistan skills crisis is costing the economy an estimated $31.5 billion a year, with only 7pc of young people receiving formal training against a regional average of 22pc, Dawn reported.
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Punjab Offers 30-Day Sentence Remission for Literacy Certificates
LAHORE, October 15, 2026 — The Punjab government has amended prison rules to grant a 30-day sentence remission to eligible prisoners who earn literacy certificates. The change was reported on October 15, 2026. The development has drawn attention across Pakistan because of its implications for prison reform, rehabilitation and education policy. The details below explain what is known, what remains to be confirmed and why the issue deserves continued scrutiny.
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IESCO Starts Maintenance of Over 130 Grid Stations
ISLAMABAD, October 15, 2026 — The Islamabad Electric Supply Company has started its 2026-27 maintenance programme covering more than 130 grid stations and 1,295 feeders, with planned outages scheduled through February. The programme was reported on October 15, 2026. The development has drawn attention across Pakistan because of its implications for power supply reliability and consumers in the region. The details below explain what is known, what remains to be confirmed and why the issue deserves continued scrutiny.