A gas leak can turn dangerous within minutes, so knowing exactly what to do — and who to call — matters more than almost anything else in your home emergency plan. Here’s exactly how to safely report a gas emergency in Pakistan, whether you’re served by SNGPL or SSGC. Step 1: Do This Immediately If You Smell Gas Before you even think about calling anyone, your first priority is getting everyone away from danger safely: Put out any flames — no matches, lighters, or cigarettes anywhere near the smell. Turn off the stove, regulator, or main gas valve only if…
Author: M Awais
The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has released updated lists of recognized and unrecognized educational institutions across Pakistan, flagging 145 fake universities and illegal campuses nationwide. If you or your family is considering admission anywhere, checking this list first could save years of wasted tuition and a degree that employers won’t accept. Why HEC Released This List HEC says the move is meant to protect students from academic fraud — institutions operating without proper authorization, issuing degrees that hold no legal value, and in many cases functioning as unauthorized campuses of otherwise legitimate universities. A degree from any institution on the…
Whether it’s an emergency, a complaint against a police officer, or you need support from abroad for family back home, Punjab Police runs several dedicated helplines for different situations. Here’s the complete list of official contact numbers and exactly what each one is for. Emergency Helpline: 15 For any immediate emergency — crime in progress, accident, or urgent safety concern — dial 15 from anywhere in Punjab. This connects you directly to the nearest police response unit. Reaching Emergency-15 From Outside Punjab or Abroad Punjab Safe Cities Authority has set up a Universal Access Number so Emergency-15 can now be…
Registering a child’s birth in Balochistan happens in two stages: first with your local Union Council, then with NADRA to get the official Child Registration Certificate (commonly called the B-Form). Here’s exactly how the process works, what documents you’ll need, and where to go. Step 1: Register the Birth With Your Union Council Every birth in Balochistan must first be reported to the relevant Local Council covering your area, as required by the province’s Local Government & Rural Development Department (LGRD). Download the Birth Registration Form, available from the official LGRD Balochistan website, or collect it directly from your Union…
A severe weather pattern is building, and experts are warning it could make 2027 one of the hottest years ever recorded — with Pakistan sitting squarely in the danger zone. Scientists are calling it a “super El Niño,” and its effects are already showing up in Pakistan’s weather. Here’s what’s actually happening, and why it matters. What Is a “Super El Niño”? El Niño is a natural climate pattern where parts of the Pacific Ocean warm up more than usual, which then disrupts weather patterns around the world — often bringing extreme heat, shifted rainfall, and more frequent droughts or…
A Pakistani man was hurt when Houthi forces attacked two airports in Saudi Arabia this week. Three people died and 36 were injured in total. Here is what happened, explained in simple words. What Happened On October 6 and 7, 2026, two airports in Saudi Arabia were attacked. Saudi Arabia’s civil aviation authority (GACA) confirmed the attacks and shared the number of people hurt or killed: King Khalid International Airport, Riyadh: One person died (a Sudanese resident), and 8 people were hurt. Abha International Airport: Two people died, and 28 people were hurt. The people hurt were from different countries…
Searching for a way to apply for a divorce certificate in Punjab entirely online usually leads to disappointment — unlike the marriage certificate, which Punjab recently made available through e-Khidmat Markaz digital service, a divorce certificate still requires registering the divorce itself through your Union Council and collecting the certified copy in person. Here’s exactly how the process works, step by step. Step 1: Registering the Divorce (Talaq) With the Union Council Before any certificate can be issued, the divorce itself must go through the legal registration process under the Muslim Family Laws Ordinance, 1961: The husband gives written notice…
Pakistan has cleared a key hurdle in its ongoing IMF program, reaching a staff-level agreement that paves the way for a $1.2 billion disbursement. Here’s a breakdown of what was agreed, what Pakistan still needs to do, and what it means for the economy going forward. What Was Agreed On October 7, 2026, the IMF and Pakistani authorities reached a staff-level agreement covering the fourth review of Pakistan’s 37-month Extended Fund Facility (EFF) and the third review of its 28-month Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF). The IMF also completed its 2026 Article IV consultation a routine annual health check of…
Gold and silver rates in Pakistan move daily, tracking international bullion prices and the dollar-rupee exchange rate. Here’s where both stand today, October 8, 2026, across the common purities bought and sold in the local market. Gold Rate Today in Pakistan Purity Per Tola Per 10 Grams 24 Karat Rs. 434,436 Rs. 372,458 22 Karat Rs. 398,233 Rs. 341,421 21 Karat Rs. 380,132 Rs. 325,902 18 Karat Rs. 325,827 Rs. 279,344 Gold prices eased today, with 24-karat gold down around Rs. 3,100 per tola compared to the previous session, continuing a softer trend in both local and international markets. Silver…
Lost your last paper bill and can’t find the 14-digit reference number anywhere? You’re not alone — it’s one of the most common reasons people get stuck trying to check or download their electricity bill online. The honest answer is that no official DISCO portal lets you search by just your name or address, for security reasons. But there are several legitimate ways to recover your reference number or get a copy of your bill without digging through old paperwork. Here’s how. Why You Can’t Just Search by Name or Address Every official electricity billing portal in Pakistan — including…