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Important M-Tag update for all motorway users.  All old M-Tags will expire on May 31.  You can get your M-Tag replaced f...
22/05/2026

Important M-Tag update for all motorway users.
All old M-Tags will expire on May 31.
You can get your M-Tag replaced for free before June 1.
After June 1, a fee of 150 Rupees will apply for replacement.
Avoid last minute rush and delays at toll plazas.
Visit your nearest M-Tag service center and update it today.
Replace now and enjoy smooth travel on the motorway.

Disclaimer: This information is based on unverified and evolving reports and should be treated with caution until confirmed by official sources.

22/05/2026

🚨People traveling on motorways are requested to take note πŸ‘‡πŸ»

Old M-Tags will expire on May 31. Get your vehicle’s new M-Tag replaced free of cost before June 1.

Note: From June 1, the fee for getting an M-Tag will be Rs. 150, and from July 1, it will be Rs. 300.

The Pakistan Brief | BREAKINGSomali pirates have hijacked oil tanker MT Honour 25 off the coast of Somalia and are holdi...
19/05/2026

The Pakistan Brief | BREAKING

Somali pirates have hijacked oil tanker MT Honour 25 off the coast of Somalia and are holding 10 Pakistani crew members hostage.

The pirates are demanding a $3 million ransom and have rejected third-party negotiations, asking for direct talks with the Government of Pakistan. Reports suggest the crew is running low on food and medical supplies.

Families in Karachi are urging the government to act immediately for the safe return of their loved ones.

We are monitoring the situation closely. Stay tuned to The Pakistan Brief for verified updates.



Disclaimer: This information is based on unverified and evolving reports and should be treated with caution until confirmed by official sources.

12/05/2026

🚨 Firing exchange reported between Pakistani and Indian forces in the Krishna Ghati sector of the Line of Control (LOC). One Indian soldier has been killed.

09/05/2026

🚨islamabad/rawalpindi situation update for 10/5/26

Rawalpindi:
Marka-e-haq event in GHQ in the morning. traffic will be disrupted in the area.

kacheri chowk road works and underpass (marka-e-haq underpass) rawalpindi is being inaugurated by maryam & sharif. Road is expected to be open for public by next week.

Islamabad:
Traffic diversion plan implemented for β€œmarka-e-haq” from 6pm to 12am.
❌ entry of HTVS (heavy transport vehicles) completely banned.
❌ Faizabad bus terminal closed.
βœ… 26 no. terminal open.

Affected routes:
❌ serena chowk, kohsar market, ptv chowk to faizabad will remain closed.
βœ… use road 9th avenue, blue area or jinnah avenue.
❌ Islamabad club to faisal avenue via khayaban-e-suhrawardy will be closed.
βœ… use khayaban-e-jinnah.
❌ from muree road, aabpara chowk to kacchi chowk via 9th avenue will be closed.
βœ… use IJP road.
❌ from kacchi chowk to serena chowk via khayaban-e-suhrawardy will be closed.
βœ… use IJP road & 9th avenue.
❌ from muree road, beaconhouse turn to 9th avenue will be closed.
βœ… use bhara kahu or murree road.
❌ red zone entry from beaconhouse via constitution avenue will be closed.
βœ… use alternative routes to 9th avenue.
❌ islamabad club to faisal avenue via constitution avenue will be closed.
βœ… use IJP road or 9th avenue.
❌ Rawalpindi to Islamabad entry via faizabad (ijp road) will be closed.
βœ… use 9th avenue or alternative routes.
❌ rawalpindi entry via rawat road, chandni chowk to d-chowk will be closed.
βœ… use murree road or alternative routes.
❌ entry from bhara kahu via gt road to constitution avenue will be closed.
βœ… use murree road or alternative routes.
❌ entry from peshawar via gt road to constitution avenue will be closed.
βœ… use murree road or alternative routes.
❌ entry from chak shahzad to constitution avenue via ltv gate at 12th avenue will be closed.

✈️ fighter jets will be in the air & will release flares so don’t panic & keep a margin of 45 mins to 1 hour before starting your journeys.

09/05/2026

🚨 BREAKING

At least four security personnel (the number of martyrs has not yet been officially confirmed) were martyred after militants opened fire on a joint police and army check post in the Mariyan area of Bannu.

Heavy clashes between security forces and the attackers still ongoing, according to initial reports

Government has increased petrol prices by Rs. 14 per litre, taking the new rate to Rs. 414.78 per litre.Disclaimer: This...
08/05/2026

Government has increased petrol prices by Rs. 14 per litre, taking the new rate to Rs. 414.78 per litre.

Disclaimer: This post is for informational purposes only and is based on publicly available reports. The image is AI generated and is just for reference.

Government has increased petrol prices by Rs. 14 per litre, taking the new rate to Rs. 414.78 per litre.Disclaimer: This...
08/05/2026

Government has increased petrol prices by Rs. 14 per litre, taking the new rate to Rs. 414.78 per litre.

Disclaimer: This post is for informational purposes only and is based on publicly available reports.

07/05/2026

Marqa E Haq FlyPast Exercise:

Flypast exercises will commence in Islamabad airspace tomorrow morning (8 May 2026). Residents may notice an increase in fighter jets and other aerial activity during this period.
These exercises are part of routine training and preparations for the upcoming national event. There is no cause for concern. Please remain calm and carry on with your normal activities.

30/04/2026

Petrol Price Update

Current Rate: Rs 394/Litre
Expected Increase: Rs 55
New Expected Rate: Rs 449/Litre from 1st May

Fill your tanks today to avoid the hike β›½

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