Dealing with a delay, negligence, or an unresolved issue with a Punjab government department? You don’t need to visit an office repeatedly to get it addressed. This guide explains how to register a complaint with Punjab government departments through the official CM Punjab Complaint Cell. What Is the CM Punjab Complaint Cell? The CM Complaint Cell is a grievance redressal system run under the direct supervision of the Chief Minister’s office, with technical support from the Punjab Information Technology Board (PITB). It lets any Punjab citizen register a complaint about a government department, and have it forwarded directly to the…
Author: M Awais
The PTI long march is now on its way to Kohat. The convoy, led by Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi, spent the night in Karak and will move forward today, Monday, October 5, 2026. Here is the story in simple words. What Happened So Far? The march began on Sunday, October 4, from Gandi Chowk in Lakki Marwat. CM Afridi reached Lakki Marwat by helicopter to lead the convoy. Supporters from Tank, Dera Ismail Khan, South Waziristan, North Waziristan, Bannu, and Lakki Marwat joined the march there. The convoy then travelled to Karak and stayed there overnight. Afridi spoke…
Got a text saying you’ve been approved for BISP cash, or that your payment is ready? Before you act on it, it’s worth checking whether that message is actually from BISP. This guide explains how to verify a BISP payment message, the red flags of a fake one, and what to do if you spot a scam. The One Rule That Matters Most All genuine BISP communication comes from the short code 8171, and nowhere else. BISP does not send official messages from regular 10-digit mobile numbers, through WhatsApp, or through email. If a message claims to be from BISP…
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) came under heavy selling pressure on Monday, October 5, 2026, with the benchmark KSE-100 index plunging nearly 2,000 points as renewed political tensions between the government and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) rattled investor confidence. How Far Did the Market Fall? The index stood at 166,278.52 by 12:28pm, down 1,876.97 points, or 1.12%, from the previous close of 168,155.49. Selling was heavy from the opening bell, with the index shedding over 1,600 points within the first few minutes of trading. By 9:43am, the index had already slipped to 167,606.83, down 548.66 points. Losses then accelerated through the…
Had a bad experience with a traffic police officer, or filed a complaint and want to know what’s happening with it? You don’t need to visit an office to file or track it. This guide explains how to check traffic police complaints online in Pakistan, through the Pakistan Citizen’s Portal and provincial alternatives. Where Traffic Police Complaints Go Traffic Police is officially listed as a covered department under the Pakistan Citizen’s Portal (PCP), the federal government’s integrated complaint system connecting citizens to government organizations across the country, under its Law & Order category alongside Police, Motorway Police, and related departments.…
Gold and silver rates in Pakistan as of Monday, 5 October 2026. These are live, internationally-converted reference rates — Sarafa Association physical market rates can differ slightly. Always confirm a live quote immediately before buying or selling. Gold in Pakistan is trading around Rs. 432,912 per tola today, continuing a choppy stretch that’s seen prices swing by tens of thousands of rupees within the same week. Today’s Gold Rate — All Karats Karat Purity Price per Tola (approx.) 24K 99.9% Rs. 432,912 22K 91.6% Rs. 396,628 21K 87.5% Rs. 378,798 18K 75% Rs. 324,684 International gold was trading around $4,167…
Whether you’re a business owner confirming your own registration or verifying a supplier before accepting a tax invoice, checking sales tax registration status in Pakistan takes just a couple of minutes through FBR’s official portal — no login required. First: STRN, NTN, and ATL Are Three Different Things These terms get mixed up constantly, so it’s worth being clear upfront: Term What It Actually Confirms NTN (National Tax Number) Your general income tax identity with FBR STRN (Sales Tax Registration Number) Specific registration for charging and collecting sales tax on goods ATL – Sales Tax (Active Taxpayer List) Whether that…
Pakistan has spent over two decades talking about what the War on Terror cost the country after 9/11. Now, a former top government economist says a different bill is actually bigger — the one from following IMF policies. Here’s what was said, the numbers behind the claim, and what it means in simple terms. What Was Said Dr. Ashfaque Hassan Khan, a former Economic Adviser to Pakistan’s Ministry of Finance, said in a TV interview on October 4, 2026, that IMF-directed economic policies have hurt Pakistan’s economy more than the War on Terror did. He put real numbers behind the…
Every time you withdraw cash above a certain limit, top up your mobile balance, buy a car, or transfer property, a small percentage is quietly deducted as withholding tax — and it’s recorded against your CNIC. Most people never check whether this money is actually being tracked correctly, or whether they’re being charged the higher “non-filer” rate by mistake. Here’s exactly how to check tax deducted from your CNIC in Pakistan, using FBR’s official channels. What Does “Tax Deducted from CNIC” Actually Mean? This isn’t a single tax it’s withholding tax, collected on your behalf by banks, telecom companies, property…
A domicile certificate proves your permanent residence in a particular district of Sindh, and you’ll need one for government jobs, university admissions on provincial quotas, and various official processes. This guide explains how to apply for a domicile certificate in Sindh, the documents required, and what the current fee looks like. What Is a Domicile Certificate? A domicile certificate is official proof that you permanently reside in a specific district. In Sindh, it’s often processed together with a Permanent Residence Certificate (PRC), since both are commonly needed for the same purposes, such as job quotas, admissions, and scholarships tied to…