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NADRA announces ‘Bug Bounty Challenge 2026’ with attractive prizes

ISLAMABAD: The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has launched its first-ever Bug Bounty Challenge 2026, offering attractive prizes for top performers. The national initiative, launched in collaboration with the Higher Education Commission (HEC) and the National Cyber Emergency Response Team, aims to further strengthen the cybersecurity of Pakistan’s digital identity ecosystem. The competition is…

Pakistan mulls boycotting Ind vs Pak match among other options for T20 World Cup 2026

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is considering a major decision regarding the “inappropriate attitude” of the International Cricket Council (ICC) following the exclusion of Bangladesh from the tournament, Beyond the Time News reported, citing sources. Sources stated that Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi will meet with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif tomorrow, Monday. The PCB Chairman will…

PTA warns public against illegal online content

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has warned users to remain vigilant against illegal content circulating online. In a statement, the PTA said that freedom of expression on digital platforms is a fundamental right of every individual; however, the promotion or dissemination of unlawful content under the guise of free speech is entirely unacceptable.  …

Security Forces kill three Fitna al Hindustan terrorists in Panjgur

Security forces carried out a successful intelligence-based operation in Balochistan’s Panjgur district after receiving reports about the presence of terrorists linked to Fitna al Hindustan, an Indian proxy group, the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) said in a statement. According to ISPR, on 25 January 2026, security forces conducted an intelligence based operation in Panjgur…

Khawaja Asif calls 18th amendment ‘farce’

LAHORE:  The Defence Minister of Pakistan and leader of Pakistan Muslim League-N (PML-N), Khawaja Asif, has described the 18th Constitutional Amendment as a ‘Deception’ (Dhakosla), saying it failed to deliver meaningful local governance. Speaking at an event in Lahore, Khawaja Asif said his criticism stemmed from the 18th amendment’s poor implementation, particularly regarding the local…

Schools demand revised timings till January 31

KARACHI: Following the rain on Thursday, freezing temperatures have gripped Karachi, prompting private schools to recommend a 9:00 AM start time through January 31, Beyond the Time News reported. Hyder Ali, Chairman of the All Sindh Private Schools and Colleges Association (ASPSCA), has formally requested that schools open later, noting that the extreme weather has…

“How is my favourite field marshal”? President Trump’s question to Shehbaz Sharif

Islamabad: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has said that during a recent meeting in Davos, US President Donald Trump asked him, “How is my favourite field marshal”? According to Beyond the Time News, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said that in response, he pointed to Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, who was sitting in the front…