Posts

Pakistan Introduces AI-Powered Passport Printing to Reduce Wait Times

Image
  Pakistan has introduced AI-powered machines capable of printing up to 300 passports per hour, bringing relief to thousands awaiting passport deliveries. According to the Director General of Passports, Mustafa Jamal Kazi, six cutting-edge machines, procured in March 2025, have now been fully integrated with NADRA’s central database. These AI-powered systems are expected to dramatically reduce delays, increase daily output, and streamline the overall issuance process. “These machines will significantly reduce waiting times and improve service delivery,” said Kazi, calling the development a leap forward for Pakistan’s passport infrastructure. In another progressive move, Pakistan has added the mother’s name to its passports. This step is meant to align with international documentation standards and enhance accuracy in global identification systems. Meanwhile, the federal government has initiated strict actions against individuals deported for unlawful activities abroad. This include...
Post a Comment
Read more

Inam Butt elected PWF secretary

Image
  LAHORE: Interna­tional wrestler Moham­mad Inam Butt was elected as secretary of the Pakistan Wres­tling Feder­ation while Arshad Sattar was elevated as president by the PWF general body in the elections held here at the Olympic House on Sunday for the period of 2025-2029. A prominent Pakistan wrestler at international level with two gold medals each in the Commonwealth Games and the South Asian Games, Inam was elected to PWF post for the first time, while Arshad worked as secretary during the last two tenures of four years each. Arshad later in his comments said that Inam’s election as PWF secretary would be a turning point in promoting the game, adding as an active wrestler he would be in a better position to know the problems faced by wrestlers. Speaking on the occasion, Inam declared that he would not participate in all wrestling competitions in future, except for some sele­c­ted international events. “I want to spare [some] time for the new post,” the 36-year-old Inam, who wo...
Post a Comment
Read more

New High-Tech Train Set to be Launched in Pakistan

Image
  Pakistan Railways will roll out a new high-tech business train on July 19, featuring 28 digitally equipped coaches, complimentary Wi-Fi, and an international-standard dining car. The train aims to provide passengers with a significantly upgraded travel experience. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is scheduled to inaugurate the new service in Lahore. The launch marks a key milestone in Pakistan Railways’ broader modernization strategy. As part of its reform agenda, Pakistan Railways is introducing digital ticketing systems and improved onboard services, along with upgraded facilities at stations nationwide. The goal is to boost passenger satisfaction and improve operational efficiency across the board. Separately, the Railways Ministry has confirmed that the department earned over Rs 3.95 billion from brake and luggage van operations in the past three years. A portion of this revenue was generated through outsourcing services to private contractors via open tenders. Officials stated ...
Post a Comment
Read more

Why July’s Full Moon is Called the Buck Moon

Image
https://thepakistan.pk/why-july-full-moon-called-buck-moon/   The July full moon put on a magnificent show on July 10, rising low over the southern horizon to the delight of stargazers and astrophotographers worldwide. Read on for a roundup of the best photos of the lunar show. July's full moon  is known as the 'Buck Moon', in reference to the male deer — called bucks in the U.S. — that begin to grow out their antlers around this time of year. Eagle-eyed observers may have noticed this month’s  full moon  riding unusually low on the horizon. This is a result of the Buck Moon’s proximity to the  summer solstice  — a time when  the sun  is at its highest in the daytime sky and the moon travels a correspondingly low path through the night. It also appeared near a phenomenon called a Major Lunar Standstill. Roughly every 18.6 years, the sun's gravity pulls the moon's tilted orbit into its most extreme inclination relative to  Earth 's celestial e...
Post a Comment
Read more

Pakistan Launches Sovereign Digital Currency Trial Using Bitcoin

Image
  Pakistan has embarked on a significant initiative by launching a trial for its sovereign digital currency. This move is part of a broader effort to modernize the country's financial infrastructure and explore the potential benefits of digital currencies. The trial phase will involve testing the digital currency in controlled environments to assess its feasibility and effectiveness before a potential nationwide rollout. The decision to initiate this trial comes at a time when many countries are exploring the use of digital currencies as a means to enhance financial inclusion, reduce transaction costs, and improve the efficiency of monetary policy. Pakistan's move aligns with global trends, where several nations have either launched or are in the process of developing their own digital currencies. This trial will provide valuable insights into the practical challenges and opportunities associated with implementing a sovereign digital currency. Ask Aime:  What are the implicati...
Post a Comment
Read more

Pakistan actress Humaira Asghar Ali found dead at Karachi home

Image
  Humaira Asghar Ali, a Pakistani actor and model, was found dead at an apartment in the southern Pakistani city of Karachi, police said late Tuesday. Ali’s body was discovered when a court bailiff arrived at the rented apartment to get it vacated on court orders on a complaint filed by the landlord, according to Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Mehroz Ali. “The landlord had filed a court case to have the premises vacated. Today, when the bailiff arrived with a court-issued break-and-enter order and forced open the door, the woman’s body was found inside,” SSP Ali told Arab News. “The woman has been identified as Humaira Asghar Ali who was a TV actress. It has been learned that she was originally from Lahore.” The deceased actor was best known for her appearances on ARY’s reality TV show ‘Tamasha’ as well as a 2015 action thriller, ‘Jalaibee.’ Following post-mortem, Karachi Police Surgeon Dr. Summaiya Syed said, the deceased’s body was in a “very advanced stage of decompositio...
Post a Comment
Read more

Pakistan squad announced for Bangladesh T20I series

Image
  Lahore, 8 July 2025:   The Men’s National Selection Committee has announced the 15-member squad for the three-match T20I series against Bangladesh. Salman Ali Agha will continue to lead the side in the T20Is. The three-match T20Is series between Pakistan and Bangladesh will be played from 20 to 24 July at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Dhaka. The squad for the white-ball series against West Indies will be announced in due course. 15-member squad for Bangladesh series: Salman Ali Agha (captain), Abrar Ahmed, Ahmed Daniyal, Faheem Ashraf, Fakhar Zaman, Hassan Nawaz, Hussain Talat, Khushdil Shah, Mohammad Abbas Afridi, Mohammad Haris (wk), Mohammad Nawaz, Sahibzada Farhan (wk), Saim Ayub, Salman Mirza and Sufyan Moqim Team management: Naveed Akram Cheema (manager), Mike Hesson (head coach), Ashley Noffke (bowling coach), Muhammad Hanif Malik (batting Coach), Shane McDermott (fielding Coach), Cliffe Deacon (physiotherapist), Grant Luden (strength and conditioning ...
Post a Comment
Read more