Finding your nearest driving licence centre depends on which province you’re in — each has a different system, and not all of them offer a simple map-based locator. Here’s how to find one wherever you are. Punjab: Any Centre, No Fixed “Nearest” Required Punjab’s system, run through DLIMS (Driving License Issuance Management System), actually makes finding your “nearest” centre less critical than in other provinces — you can get a licence issued or renewed at any Driving Licensing Authority across the province, not just one tied to your home address. License holders can similarly renew in any district in Punjab,…
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Checking your SSGC gas bill online only takes a minute once you have your consumer number handy. Here’s exactly how to do it, plus a few things to watch out for. <!– –> What You’ll Need Just your Consumer Number (also called Customer Number) — a 9 to 10 digit number printed on any previous SSGC bill, usually in the customer information section. Name or CNIC alone isn’t enough to look up your bill online, so if you don’t have an old bill handy and you’re renting, ask your landlord or a previous tenant for a copy. Step-by-Step: Checking Your…
Before booking a tour package, flight ticket, or especially a Hajj or Umrah trip through a travel agent, it’s worth checking that they’re actually licensed. Which list you check depends on the kind of service you’re booking — here’s how to verify each type. General Travel Agencies: Provincial Tourism Departments General travel agencies (tour operators, ticketing agents, and similar businesses) are registered with each province’s tourism department. In Punjab, for example, this is the Department of Tourist Services (DTS). Visit the DTS Punjab travel agencies record at dtsweb.punjab.gov.pk/index.php/travel-agencies. Browse or filter the list by title or district to find the…
Pakistan has asked Saudi Arabia to consider a new, long-term oil financing facility worth roughly $7 billion, as rising crude prices and shrinking foreign exchange reserves push the government to look for more stable energy financing. Here’s what’s being discussed. What’s Being Proposed Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb raised the request with Sultan Abdulrahman Al-Marshad, CEO of the Saudi Fund for Development (SFD), on the sidelines of the World Bank and IMF annual meetings in Thailand. The proposal centers on reviving Pakistan’s existing $1.2 billion annual oil facility — which has run on one-year deferred payments since 2019 — but restructuring…
With reports of fake apostille stickers circulating and even a recent FIA crackdown involving Foreign Office officials, verifying an apostille certificate before relying on it isn’t just a formality anymore — it’s worth doing every time. Here’s exactly how to check one online. What an Apostille Actually Is Pakistan joined the Hague Apostille Convention on March 9, 2023. An apostille is a standardised certificate recognised internationally under this convention, distinct from Pakistan’s older general attestation process (a physical stamp or seal). Apostilles are accepted in member countries such as Saudi Arabia, Oman, and Bahrain, where they remove the need for…
The government has cut petrol and high-speed diesel prices, bringing a small bit of relief at the pump starting Wednesday. Here’s the full breakdown. New Prices Fuel New Price (per litre) Change Petrol Rs. 392.66 Down Rs. 2.71 High-Speed Diesel (HSD) Rs. 396.82 Down Re. 0.03 The Petroleum Division announced the cut on Tuesday, October 13, with the new prices taking effect from Wednesday, October 14. How Much of the Price Is Tax A significant portion of what you pay at the pump goes toward government taxes and duties: Petrol: Rs. 114 per litre in taxes and duties High-Speed Diesel:…
A domicile certificate proves that you live permanently in a particular area. You may need one for a government job, admission to a university, or a quota-based seat. If you live in the capital, here is how to apply for a domicile certificate in Islamabad: where to go, what to bring, how much it costs, and how long it takes. Who Issues the Domicile Certificate in Islamabad? In Islamabad, the certificate is issued by the Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) Administration through its Citizen Facilitation Center (CFC). It is not issued by NADRA. NADRA gives you your CNIC, but the domicile…
Moving abroad for work, study, or family? Foreign embassies and offices will not accept a Pakistani birth certificate as it is. It must be attested first. This guide explains how to attest a birth certificate for overseas use: which certificate to start with, how to get the MOFA apostille, when embassy legalisation is also needed, and what changed in July 2026. What Does Attestation Mean? Attestation is an official check that your document is genuine. For a Pakistani birth certificate, the check is done by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA). MOFA lists birth certificates among the documents of permanent…
Here is your Pakistan health news today, for Wednesday, October 14, 2026. Three stories matter most right now: a sixth polio case, rising dengue cases in the twin cities, and a new national plan for mental health. Below are the facts, what they mean, and simple steps you can take to protect your family. Health Snapshot Issue Latest Update Polio 6 wild polio cases in 2026 so far, up from 5 in late September Dengue (Rawalpindi) 53 confirmed cases this season, with no deaths reported Mental health About 32.4 million people are estimated to need care; a new policy runs…
Looking for the gold and silver rate today in Pakistan? On Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 24K gold opened at Rs. 440,836 per tola, up Rs. 900 from the previous day. Silver stayed unchanged at Rs. 6,532 per tola. Here are the full rates by karat, how prices have moved recently, and what to check before you buy or sell. Last updated: October 14, 2026. Gold and silver rates can change during the day, so confirm the final price with your jeweller. Gold Rate Today in Pakistan Gold Type Rate Change 24K gold, per tola Rs. 440,836 +Rs. 900 24K gold,…