Islamabad, Oct 8: RDA Launches New Property Transfer System On Monday, Kinza Murtaza, the Director General (DG) of the Rawalpindi Development Authority, launched a new property transfer system aimed at facilitating citizens. During a meeting she chaired, the DG announced that residents can now complete online property transfers for Rawalpindi Improvement Trust (RIT) schemes. She noted that both the property transfer application and challan would be available online. The DG explained that, following the directives of Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz, reforms are being implemented within the RDA, which includes phasing out the old manual file system. She highlighted that…
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Islamabad, Oct 8: Women on Wheels Program Launched in Punjab to Empower Women In line with Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz’s vision to promote women’s empowerment, Chief Traffic Officer (CTO) Beenish Fatima has officially launched the ‘Women on Wheels’ program at the Girls Guide House in Rawalpindi. According to a police spokesperson, CTO Fatima invited women at the Girls Guide House to take part in scooter or motorcycle driving training through this initiative. Those interested can contact the traffic police to register for the training sessions, which will be held at the institute. The program’s inauguration featured a ribbon-cutting ceremony,…
Islamabad, Oct 8: Supreme Court Probes Illegal Housing Scheme in Margalla Hills The Supreme Court of Pakistan requested information from the Capital Development Authority (CDA) and the Chief Commissioner of ICT regarding the North Range Housing Society located in the Margalla Hills National Park. The court directed the respondents to provide details of ownership and building approvals at the next hearing. A bench led by the Chief Justice of Pakistan heard the case concerning residential activities in the Margalla Hills. During the proceedings, lawyer Umar Gillani noted that the CDA had reported the housing society as illegal and alleged that…
Islamabad, Oct 8: SNGPL Pipeline Contract: Rs. 2.74 Billion Awarded to Crescent Steel SNGPL Gas Company Limited (PSX: SNGP) has granted a contract to Crescent Steel and Allied Products Limited (PSX: CSAP) for the provision of bare steel line pipes with diameters of 12 and 18 inches, totaling Rs. 2,740 million. This contract is anticipated to be completed by the third quarter of the fiscal year 2024-25, as stated in a stock filing by CSAP. CSAP is involved in five sectors: Steel, Cotton, Investment and Infrastructure Development (IID), Energy, and Hadeed (Billet). At the time of the filing, CSAP’s stock…
Islamabad, Oct Babar Azam Captaincy Replacement Mohsin Naqvi’s Update In the wake of Babar Azam’s resignation as Pakistan’s white-ball captain, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has addressed the speculation surrounding his successor. Babar, recognized as one of Pakistan’s leading batsmen, announced his resignation last week, citing the pressures of captaincy and a desire to focus more on his batting. Naqvi emphasized the importance of the captaincy during a recent media briefing, urging careful consideration in the selection process. “I have told them to take a decision after careful consideration because the captain’s position is important,” he stated. This…
Islamabad, Oct 8: NDMA issues advance cyclonic storm alert for Pakistan coast The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued a warning regarding a potential cyclonic situation along Pakistan’s coastal belt in the Arabian Sea. According to the NDMA alert, there is cyclonic activity near the east-central Arabian Sea that is likely to develop into a storm, urging the public to remain vigilant. A cyclonic circulation over the South Kerala coast in India is expected to contribute to the formation of a low-pressure area around October 9th, near Lakshadweep and the east-central Arabian Sea. This system may gradually move northwestward…
Islamabad, Oct 8: New Public Transport Safety Rules in Islamabad The Islamabad Transport Authority has released new guidelines for public transport vehicles in the Federal Capital aimed at ensuring safe and fair services. These guidelines emphasize passenger safety, prioritize vulnerable commuters, and address issues such as overcharging and violations, according to a spokesperson for the ICT administration. Key provisions of the guidelines include the requirement for all New Public Transport Safety Rules vehicles to display their fitness certificates and route permits clearly on the front glass. Additionally, rental cars must have signage on both the front and back glass indicating…
Islamabad, Oct 8: MoneyGram Cyberattack Customer Data Compromised MoneyGram has confirmed that hackers breached its systems and stole sensitive customer data and transaction information during a cyberattack last month, as reported by TechCrunch. The company announced on Monday that an unauthorized third party accessed and acquired personal customer details on September 20, resulting in a week-long outage that affected its website and app. The breach has compromised various types of customer data, including names, phone numbers, addresses, dates of birth, and national ID numbers. Additionally, hackers accessed transaction details, such as transaction dates, amounts, and sensitive criminal data related to…
Islamabad, Oct 8: Ather Zahid Defeats Indian Rival to Win International Championship Ather Zahid, a 29-year-old Pakistani professional wrestler, has clinched the International Championship title by defeating Indian wrestler Singham Dubey at a major wrestling event in Kathmandu, Nepal. Zahid showcased remarkable perseverance and tactical skill throughout the competition, ultimately securing a decisive victory over Dubey. In response to his win, Zahid expressed his pride and dedication to his country, stating, “This victory is not just mine but a huge win for Pakistan and its 250 million people. I am bringing the International Championship title home!” The international wrestling event,…
Islamabad, Oct 8: PSO Seeks Autonomy to Compete Against International Oil Companies Pakistan State Oil (PSO) is seeking greater autonomy from the federal government to enhance its competitiveness against international oil marketing companies (OMCs) that have entered Pakistan’s petroleum market. The PSO board of directors has requested exemptions from the Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA) rules and additional authority for quicker decision-making to help maintain its market share, as reported by a national daily. In a letter addressed to the petroleum secretary, PSO Seeks Autonomy emphasized its unique role as the only public sector oil marketing company responsible for sustaining…
