Islamabad, October 2025 — At long last, the federal government has approved a sweeping 85% increase in House Rent Allowance (HRA) for all government employees — from Grade 1 right up to Grade 22, whether permanent or contract. The move is meant to ease the burden of skyrocketing rents and inflation that have been eating … Read more
Under the leadership of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, Punjab is taking a huge step forward in empowering people with disabilities — not just with words, but with real action. For the first time, an online application system has been launched to provide free assistive devices to people with special needs across the province. From wheelchairs … Read more
Good news for many families in Punjab — the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) has kicked off its October 2025 payment cycle. Eligible households are set to receive Rs. 13,500. The whole idea is to make sure support reaches those who genuinely need it — for groceries, health, school fees, everyday costs. This month, BISP is … Read more
You might be hearing people ask: “What difference will it make if Punjab introduces electric taxis in 2025?” The short answer: it’s a bold shift toward eco‑friendly travel with real incentives, subsidies, and more opportunity for drivers. In this article, I’ll break down how the policy works, who can take part, and what kind of … Read more
The Punjab Ration Card Program 2025 has been launched by the Government of Punjab to provide free or subsidized ration items to low-income families across the province. This initiative aims to ensure food security for vulnerable households struggling with rising inflation and economic challenges. Through the program, eligible families will receive a Punjab Ration Card … Read more
PhD Scholarships The Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan has launched a major opportunity for Pakistani and Azad Jammu & Kashmir (AJK) students: fully-funded PhD scholarships in the United States under the US-Pakistan Knowledge Corridor Project. Designed to elevate research, strengthen human capital, and build global academic ties, this scholarship program invites applications to top … Read more
Health Card for Transgenders Punjab has introduced a progressive step toward inclusivity: the government has started distributing health cards to members of the transgender community. This initiative aims to ensure that transgenders, who are often marginalized in health systems, have access to free or subsidized treatment across the province. The card promises not just medical … Read more
Chery to Soon Start Local Assembly The automotive landscape of Pakistan is about to experience a major transformation as Chinese automaker Chery, in collaboration with its partner Chery Master Pakistan, prepares to launch local assembly of vehicles. The company has confirmed that assembly operations will begin by January 2026, with a strong focus on hybrid … Read more
A New Era of Urban Transport For decades, the humble rickshaw has been the backbone of short-distance travel across South Asia. Now, history is being made with the arrival of the world’s first driverless rickshaw, a breakthrough that blends tradition with cutting-edge technology. This innovation promises to reshape how people travel in congested cities while … Read more
Let’s be honest — getting a driving license in Punjab used to be a bit of a headache. Long queues, confusing steps, paperwork shuffling from one window to another — and don’t even get started on the wait times. But 2025 is bringing some much-needed change. Under the new Punjab Driving License 2025 initiative, the … Read more