Challenges for ride-hailing drivers in Pakistan

Challenges Faced by Ride-Hailing Drivers in Pakistan Amid Rising Costs

In recent years, ride-hailing drivers in Pakistan have faced increasingly challenging conditions as the cost of operating their vehicles continues to rise. These drivers, who rely on platforms like Careem, Bykea, Yango, and inDriver, are struggling to make ends meet as expenses for fuel, maintenance, and other operational costs surge. The current inflationary pressures in…

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Pakistani-American Ali Sheikhani Wins Fort Bend County Constable Position Amidst Fierce Election Competition

Pakistani-American Ali Sheikhani Wins Fort Bend County Constable Position Amidst Fierce Election Competition

Pakistani-American Ali Sheikhani has secured the highly competitive constable position in Fort Bend County’s Precinct 3, Houston, Texas, marking a significant achievement in local politics. Sheikhani’s victory came amidst a tight race against fellow Pakistani-American police officer Nabil Shike, who received considerable support from the community but ultimately fell short. A total of 76,477 votes…

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World Bank NADRA Digital Pakistan

World Bank Delegation Visits NADRA Headquarters to Advance Digital Pakistan Development Initiatives

On November 7, 2024, a high-profile delegation from the World Bank, led by Ms. Vyjayanti T. Desai, Practice Manager for Digital Development in the South Asia Region, visited the headquarters of Pakistan’s National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) to discuss advancements in digital development. This meeting focused on the Digital Economy Enhancement Project (DEEP), an…

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Pakistan human flag record

Pakistan Sets New World Record with Largest Human Flag at Lahore Youth Festival

On Thursday, Pakistan made headlines by setting a new world record for the largest human flag, surpassing India’s previous record. This historic achievement took place during the ongoing Lahore Youth Festival, organized by the Punjab Government at the Fortress Stadium in Lahore. Over 10,000 students from Lahore’s Army Public School gathered to create a massive…

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Donald Trump wins U.S. presidential election

Donald Trump Wins U.S. Presidential Election with 279 Electoral Votes, Kamala Harris Gains Strong Support

Donald Trump wins U.S. presidential election, securing 279 Electoral College votes—just over the 270 needed to claim the presidency. Donald Trump wins U.S. presidential election, from which the wave of happiness in the people went away. His victory was sealed with narrow wins in key states, including Alaska and Wisconsin, which played a decisive role…

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