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Sindh has announced a province-wide public holiday for Friday, with most government institutions set to close except essential services. The move is linked to the observance of Jumma-tul-Wida.
Islamabad authorities have declared a holiday for all schools, colleges and universities in the capital. The official notification confirmed the closure but did not mention the reason behind the decision.
Pakistan’s BISP has raised the Benazir Kafaalat stipend to Rs14,500, offering additional support to low-income households. The increase is intended to ease financial pressure on vulnerable families amid high living costs.
Islamabad airport temporarily suspended commercial flights for a Pakistan Day flypast rehearsal, causing short-term disruption to schedules. Authorities said operations would resume after the exercise window ended.
Suparco has forecast a low chance of Shawwal moon sighting on March 19, making March 21 the likely date for Eid ul Fitr in Pakistan. The final decision will still rest with the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee.
Sindh has ordered universities to switch to online classes from March 16 to 31 as part of a fuel-saving austerity plan. The province is also cutting official transport use and tightening spending across government institutions.
Nadra says it has cancelled 4.2 million CNICs linked to deceased individuals as part of a database cleanup drive. The authority also flagged gaps in child registration and said it is expanding access to registration services.
Sindh has announced a public holiday on Jumma-Tul-Wida while authorities manage procession routes and security measures for Youm-e-Ali. The decision comes alongside wider administrative and austerity steps in the province.
Punjab has announced major transfers of senior education officials in a province-wide reshuffle. The government says the changes are intended to improve administration and service delivery in the education sector.
Punjab has rolled out a new e-stamp system that allows people to print stamp papers themselves on plain paper after online payment. The move is aimed at making the process simpler, cheaper, and more transparent.
Multiple landslides have blocked sections of the Karakoram Highway after heavy rain and snowfall, leaving many travelers stranded. Authorities say debris removal will begin once weather conditions improve.
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