Category: National

Govt plans to launch Ehsaas Petrol Card for middle-class people 

The federal government plans to introduce the Ehsaas Petrol Card for motorcyclists so that they can purchase petrol at a subsidized price. Earlier this week, Shaukat Tarin chaired the meeting of the Macro-Economic Advisory Group (MEAG) at the Finance Division. Three points were discussed, including ideas to support middle-class families against high inflation.

Locals accidentally discover historical treasures in Tarbela Ghazi

During the expansion of a cemetery in Tarbela Ghazi, Khaloo village residents discovered sculptures of historical significance. ASP explained the discovery and said local, the chairman of the Hasaas group, approached her and brought her the treasures. The archaeology department at the institution is ensuring excavation and protection of the discovery due to its unique nature.

4-year-old girl from Hunza wins silver medal in skating

A 4-year-old girl named Mahnoor from the Nagar district in Gilgit-Baltistan has won a silver medal for skating. Winter sports competitions were held near Nagar from 17th to 23rd January in Hunza Valley. The event featured many athletes who won gold and silver medals. Mahnoor, 4, from Hooper Valley in Nagar district, stunned the world by winning a silver medal in ice speed skating.

Seventy endangered falcons die in customs custody

Several endangered falcons seized by customs officials last year have reportedly died in custody. According to sources with the Customs Department, the falcons died four months ago, and their bodies have been kept in a refrigerator as judicial property. Officials from Karachi’s DHA and Gizri claimed to have foiled a smuggling attempt last year after securing 75 falcons and a Houbara bustard.