Post Views: 9,678 ISLAMABAD — In a landmark move to modernize citizen identification, the National Database and Registration Authority (Nadra) unveiled Pakistan’s inaugural “digital dematerialized identity card” during its 25th-anniversary celebrations, as reported by local media. The initiative, hailed as a transformative leap for the country’s identity infrastructure, was announced at a ceremony where the State Bank of…
Post Views: 10,783 Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has mandated a Rs37,000 minimum wage for laborers and approved a series of welfare projects aimed at improving living standards for workers across the province. During a high-level meeting, the CM underscored the administration’s commitment to prioritizing workers’ rights and enhancing their access to essential services. Emphasizing…
Post Views: 25,296 Islamabad: On the eve of Commonwealth Day 2025, the British High Commission spotlighted young Pakistani visionaries at an awards ceremony Friday, recognizing their artistic and narrative contributions to climate awareness through the ‘Climate in My Community’ initiative. The competition, co-hosted with the British Council, invited youth aged 13–24 to submit original works—ranging from paintings…
Post Views: 1,698 ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s travel and tourism industry is forecast to exceed 4billioninrevenueby2025,accordingtoarecentanalysisbyStatista.Thesectorisanticipatedtoexpandatacompoundannualgrowthrate(CAGR)of6.754billioninrevenueby2025,accordingtoarecentanalysisbyStatista.Thesectorisanticipatedtoexpandatacompoundannualgrowthrate(CAGR)of6.755.53 billion by the end of the decade. The report highlights that package holidays will dominate the market, accounting for 1.92billionin2025.By2029,thesegmentisprojectedtoattract22.17millionusers,withtravelerpenetrationratesclimbingfrom11.31.92billionin2025.By2029,thesegmentisprojectedtoattract22.17millionusers,withtravelerpenetrationratesclimbingfrom11.3150.66. Additionally, online sales are predicted to drive 66% of the sector’s total revenue by 2029, reflecting a shift toward digital platforms. A significant trend fueling…
Post Views: 8,192 Pakistan’s maritime sector plays a pivotal role in economic growth, trade expansion, and regional connectivity. The government is prioritizing port modernization, maritime trade efficiency, and Gwadar’s transformation into a strategic deep-sea hub. Pakistan’s decision to route 60% of official trade through Gwadar will strengthen its role as a regional trade center. Port…
Post Views: 3,950 Pakistan reaffirmed its commitment to religious harmony by ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for minorities. As part of its inclusive policies, Pakistan hosted 112 Hindu pilgrims from India for the Maha Shivratri festival. The delegation arrived on February 24 and enjoyed a seven-day stay with full religious freedom and security. Pilgrims…
Post Views: 5,395 Pakistan is making history by sending its first astronaut to space through landmark collaboration with China. The landmark agreement between SUPARCO and the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA) was signed on February 28, 2025, paving the way for Pakistan’s first astronaut mission to space. This achievement marks Pakistan’s official entry into human…
Post Views: 3,364 Ali Zai Foundation hosted the annual Iftar Dinner in Pakistan House in Coney Island Brooklyn New York where State Assembly legislators, New York State Senator Ari Kagan, Senior Advisor Republican Party, New York State Senator Stephen T. Chan, and Alec Brook Krasnay including media and community leadership participated. Ali Zai Foundation has…
Post Views: 15,795 By: Farooq Mirza Usman Abbas, a New York-based social entrepreneur and business leader, has become synonymous with compassion and community-driven change. As the driving force behind the Bismillah Foundation, Abbas has dedicated his life to uplifting marginalized communities in Pakistan and the United States. His mission is to ensure no child goes…
