Metro

The FIA is investigating alleged hawala transfers linked to Z2C Limited and media group Hum Network Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has launched an expanding investigation into alleged money laundering involving digital marketing firm Z2C Limited, media group Hum Network Limited, and payments linked to international cricket broadcasting …

BeNewz Report KARACHI: Protests erupted in Karachi after reports of Ali Khamenei’s assassination, leaving seven dead and 12 injured near the US consulate amid escalating violence and heightened security. Reports of Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei’s assassination triggered violent protests in Karachi on Sunday, as demonstrators attacked diplomatic property and …

Aftab Maken RAWALPINDI: The Rawalpindi Development Authority (RDA) has initiated a major legal crackdown against the management of the “Faisal Town” housing scheme, filing a formal First Information Report (FIR) over allegations of widespread fraud, illegal plot sales, and the violation of approved development plans. The FIR (No. 15/26) was …

BeNewz Report LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has taken a significant step regarding Pakistan’s potential participation in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 by deciding to seek formal consultation with Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar before arriving at any final position. PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi, who has consistently emphasized …

BeNewz Report ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Poverty Alleviation Fund (PPAF) and Three Gorges Wind Farm Private Limited, Pakistan (TGW) have signed a Grant Agreement to renovate and rehabilitate Government Primary School Daad Bux Chang in Jhimpir, Thatta, Sindh, under TGW’s CSR initiative. The 12-month project, with a total budget of PKR 10 …

—Matric exams reschedule to March 27 due to Ramadan Abdullah Zahid LAHORE: All nine educational boards in Punjab have released the revised schedule for the annual and supplementary examinations of Matric (SSC) and Intermediate (HSSC) for the year 2026. The key change involves postponing the Matric annual examinations to accommodate …

Aftab Maken ISLAMABAD: Islamabad Local Government Ordinance 2026 reshapes how a citizen’s vote travels, weakening direct public control while strengthening indirect representation and federal oversight. When a citizen in Islamabad casts a vote at a polling station, that vote no longer carries the same direct force it once did. The …

Aftab Maken Islamabad/Lahore/Karachi:  Pakistan’s Christian community celebrated Christmas today with religious fervor, traditional joy, and messages of peace, love, and interfaith harmony. Churches across the country held special services, while homes and Christian neighborhoods were adorned with colorful lights and decorations. Despite heightened security arrangements, the festivities proceeded peacefully, emphasizing …

Aftab Maken RAWALPINDI: Pakistan overpowered Zimbabwe by 69 runs in the fourth match of the Pakistan T20 Tri-Series at Rawalpindi, tightening their grip on the tournament with a dominant all-round display led by strong batting and disciplined bowling. Pakistan opted to bat first after winning the toss and posted 195 …

Abdullah Zahid LAHORE: The Punjab Education Department has officially published its comprehensive academic and examination schedule for 2026, implementing a revised admissions policy and significant syllabus amendments in a bold move to enforce greater standardization across the province. However, the announcement arrives shadowed by an escalating crisis: the soaring number …