NADRA Biker Service: How to get CNIC at doorstep

The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) earlier launched the NADRA Biker Service, enabling the citizens to get Computerised National Identity Cards (CNIC) without visiting its office.

Getting a CNIC or update the information has become a tiresome and time-consuming process. Tired of long lines at NADRA offices and want to save time and hassle? NADRA Biker Service might be the answer.

What is NADRA Biker Service

Imagine a NADRA office coming to your doorstep! That’s exactly what the NADRA Biker Service offers. You can apply for a new CNIC or update your information right at your home or office.

How to book a biker service

• Call NADRA at 1777 from your mobile phone.
• Choose options by pressing 1, then press 2 to talk to a Biker Service representative.
• Request an appointment by telling representative you want to book an appointment.
• Share details what you need (new CNIC, address change, etc.) and your location.
• Confirm Appointment: You will get a message with the appointment details.

NADRA Biker Service fee

In addition to the standard application price, there is a RS 1,000 service fee. A new CNIC with Biker Service  costs Rs. 1,500. You can use a card or pay with cash.

Where to receive CNIC?

Once your CNIC or other document is ready, NADRA will deliver it right to your doorstep. There will be no need to visit a NADRA office.

Where is service available?

Currently, the service is only available in Rawalpindi and Islamabad. But NADRA plans to expand it to other cities soon.

So, why wait in long lines? Book your  appointment today and enjoy the convenience.

Ubisoft announces free giveaway for Assassin’s Creed Mirage fans

Ubisoft has announced giving free giveaways to fans of Assassin’s Creed Mirage on its one-year anniversary in October.

Following the announcement of delaying the highly-anticipated Assassin’s Creed Shadows, the developer has now announced that it would be giving away free keys of the game throughout this month as fans celebrate the first anniversary of Mirage which was released on October 5 last year.

However, there is a twist to the Ubisoft announcement as only six lucky winners might be able to get their hands on a copy each week.

Fans wishing to participate in the contest will need to head to Ubisoft’s official X or Facebook account, like the giveaway post, and comment with an eagle emoji.

“To celebrate the one year anniversary of the launch of Assassin’s Creed Mirage, we’re giving away free keys every week this month. To have a chance to win – all you need to do is like this post and comment with an (eagle emoji),” the developer wrote in posts on X and Facebook.

It is to be noted that Ubisoft last month announced a delay in the release date of Assassin’s Creed Shadows to 2025.

In a statement on September 25, the developer said that the weak performance for the new game “Star Wars Outlaws” and lower than-expected profit in the most recent quarter were among the reasons behind the delay in the release date.

Initially scheduled for a release on November 15, Assassin’s Creed Shadows will now be released in February 2025.

Ubisoft, the publisher of popular games such as “Star Wars Outlaws” and “Assassin’s Creed” has reacted to the reports of the potential sale of the company.

Later, reports emerged that Tencent and the family of Ubisoft co-founder and CEO Yves Guillemot were exploring a buyout of the developer following a shocking delay of the upcoming title.

Reacting to the reports, the developer said that the company was focused on executing their pending strategies.

“Ubisoft has noted recent press speculation regarding potential interests around the Company. It regularly reviews all its strategic options in the interest of its stakeholders and will inform the market if and when appropriate. The Company reiterates that management is currently focused on executing its strategy, centered on two core verticals – Open World Adventures and GaaS-native experiences,” the publisher said.

Hardeep Singh Nijjar: Sikh separatist whose murder sparked India-Canada row

Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, whose murder in June 2023 near his home in Vancouver sparked a diplomatic storm between India and Canada, was a long-time campaigner for a separate homeland for people of his faith.

Hardeep Singh Nijjar was shot dead aged 45 by masked gunmen outside the temple he presided over after being wanted by Indian authorities for alleged terrorism offences and conspiracy to commit murder — accusations he denied.

India has called allegations it was involved in his assassination “absurd”.

Born in 1977 in India’s Punjab state, Hardeep Singh Nijjar grew up during a violent insurgency that ended in the late 1990s with extremists seeking to carve out a Sikh nation known as Khalistan.

Punjab is the spiritual heartland of Sikhs, where nearly 60 percent of the population follow the religion.

Hardeep Singh Nijjar: Canada Sikh Leader killed by India’s RAW? 

– Settled in Canada –

In 1997, aged around 20, Nijjar arrived in Canada, home to around 770,000 Sikhs — about two percent of the country’s population and the biggest Sikh community outside India.

Indian policemen stand guard outside the entrance of the Canadian High Commission in New Delhi on October 15

He became a Canadian citizen in 2015, running a plumbing business as well as being president of a Sikh temple near his home in Surrey, British Columbia.

But he also became involved with groups campaigning for a Sikh homeland.

Nijjar was reportedly involved in staging referendums for Sikhs in Canada, to demonstrate their support for Khalistan.

New Delhi accused him of sponsoring attacks and killings back in India.

News outlet India Today said Nijjar had been accused of involvement in a 2007 bombing that killed six people and injured 42 others in the city of Ludhiana in Punjab.

India designated him a “terrorist”, and offered a reward of one million rupees ($12,000) for information leading to his arrest.

New Delhi has often complained to foreign governments, including Canada, about the activities of Sikh hardliners in the diaspora. It claims they are trying to revive the insurgency in Punjab.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau visited Punjab in 2018, where the state’s chief minister demanded action against Nijjar and eight other Sikh separatist leaders.

The World Sikh Organization of Canada said he had been warned by Ottawa’s spy agency about threats against him.

Members of Canada’s Sikh community accused India of carrying out the killing.

In September 2023, Trudeau told parliament his government had “credible allegations” linking Indian agents to Hardeep Singh Nijjar’s murder.

Both countries have traded barbs since then, culminating with the expulsions Monday of each other’s ambassadors and five other top diplomats in both countries.

Thailand visit visa fee in Pakistan; October 2024

Thailand has become a popular travel destination for travelers from around the world thanks to its rich history, beautiful beaches, and lively culture.

In order to travel to Thailand for tourism, citizens of many nations, including Pakistan, must apply for a visit visa.

Pakistani nationals who want to travel to Thailand can apply for a tourist visa on their own or through authorized representatives of the Thai embassy in Pakistan.

Thailand visa types

Thailand provides Pakistani applicants with two types of visit visas: single entrance and multiple entry.

Documents required

• Passport with at least 6-month validity
• Application forms
• Cover letter
• Bank statement (1 year)
• 2 passport-size photos
• 2 copies of CNIC
• 2 copies of passport
• NTN Letter
• Confirmed air ticket
• Confirmed hotel Booking

Thailand visa fee in Pakistan

• The fee of a three-month-valid single-entry tourist visa is Rs13,000, while the cost of a six-month-valid multiple-entry visit visa is Rs65,000.

 

PM Shehbaz, Chinese premier inaugurate Gwadar airport

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif on Monday said that the completion of Gwadar International Airport demonstrated Chinese leadership’s commitment and dedication to advancing Pakistan’s underdeveloped regions and advancing its economic agenda.

Speaking at a virtual inauguration ceremony for the newly completed Gwadar International Airport, PM Shehbaz said that the historic accomplishment is a result of Pakistan and China’s long-standing relationship.

The prime minister hoped the completion of the international airport would change the economy of Pakistan in general and Gwadar in particular.

PM Shehbaz said that Pakistan and China also signed and exchanged MoUs in various fields of industry, commerce, and agriculture.

“No doubt these MoUs will shape into agreements very soon through joint efforts of both countries. Once again, I thank you for your visit to Pakistan out of your busy schedule which is a reflection of your commitment to promoting friendship between the two countries,” the minister told the Chinese premier.

PM Shehbaz said that the two sides also held comprehensive discussions. He also expressed gratitude to President Xi Jinping, PM Li Qiqang, and the people of China for their generous gift in shape of Gwadar International Airport.

“This gift is another feather in CPEC’s cap,” he said and assured his Chinese counterpart to work closely with him to complete the second phase of China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and the peace and security of the people of Pakistan and China.

PM Shehbaz said that the completion of the project reflected the untiring efforts of the Chinese and Pakistani engineers and workers who made it possible as world class airport.

“It will be remembered as another gift by China,” he added.

Chinese Prime Minister Li Qiqang, in his remarks, congratulated the Pakistani nation and the government on behalf of the Chinese government and his people on the completion of Gwadar airport.

He said that it was a critical step for realising the vision of regional connectivity and whatever they had achieved in the last many years, demonstrated the strength of Pak-China friendship.

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PM Li Qiqang added the inauguration would significantly capitalise to promote shipping and port activities and enhance regional connectivity in the entire region.

He said that as a symbol of deepening cooperation, CPEC played a positive role in Pakistan’s economic and social development and regional integration’.

The Chinese prime minister assured that his country would continue to work closely with Pakistan in building and benefiting together by pursuing the goals of high standards, sustainability and high quality of Belt and Road initiative.

PM Li Qiang, referring to the Pak-China ties said that this all-weather strategic partnership is further deepening.

“The unique and unbreakable time-tested ironclad friendship stood the global changing landscape,” he added

He reiterated to work hand in hand with the Pakistan to accelerate the mutual economic development in the future.

The ceremony was also attended by other members of the Chinese delegation, federal ministers, military leadership and senior officials.

Do Patti trailer: Kajol on mission to investigate Kriti Sanon’s murder

Netflix dropped the trailer for mystery-thriller “Do Patti,” starring Bollywood actress Kriti Sanon and Kajol.

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Directed by Shashanka Chaturvedi, the murder mystery will be released on October 25 on Netflix and will see Kajol playing the role of a cop while Kriti Sanon plays a double role.

The movie will reunite the two Bollywood actresses for the first time since sharing the screen on 2015’s “Dilwale” which also starred Shah Rukh Khan and Varun Dhawan.

The official synopsis of the film reads, “The twisted tale unfolds in the fictional hilly town of Devipur, where police inspector Vidya Jyothi (Kajol) finds herself drawn to a series of unsettling events involving Saumya (Kriti Sanon) and her husband, Dhruv Sood (Shaheer Sheikh). When Saumya’s twin sister, Shailee, suddenly arrives at the hill station, her intrigue deepens, leaving Vidya to question whether anything is truly as it seems within this web of half-truths and half-lies.”

‘Do Patti’ will see Kajol’s character investigating the murder of Saumya played by Kriti Sanon and the main suspect is her husband (Shaheer Sheikh) who is accusing his wife’s twin sister Shailee (Sanon).

Indian TV star Shaheer Sheikh also has a key role in the film, with his character confused and entangled between the twin sisters.

The upcoming Netflix movie will see Kajol play a cop for the first time in her Bollywood career.

It is worth mentioning here that Kriti Sanon already has two releases this year, including “Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya” and “Crew.”

On the other hand, Bollywood star Kajol is set to feature in “Sarzameen,” “Maa,” and “Maharagni- Queen of Queens.”

Salman Khan ‘devastated’ after ‘dear friend’ Baba Siddique’s killing

Bollywood star Salman Khan has been left devastated after his friend NCP leader Baba Siddique was shot dead.

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Siddique, famous for hosting Iftar dinners every year, sustained bullet injuries in his chest as three rounds were fired. He was rushed to a hospital where he was pronounced dead.

The “Wanted” actor rushed to the Lilavati Hospital where Siddique was brought after he was shot in Mumbai a day earlier.

Indian media outlets, while quoting a source close to the Bollywood star, reported that Salman Khan could not sleep and was devastated after receiving the news about Baba Siddique’s killing.

“Salman Khan is devastated and in a lot of pain after losing his very dear friend Baba Siddique,” as per the source.

According to the source, the slain politician was not just a friend, but also like a family to him.

“Bhai [Salman] has been on the phone checking on the funeral arrangements and every other detail. He has cancelled all his personal meetings for the next few days as well,” the source said.

It is to be noted that a Facebook post by Lawrence Bishnoi’s gang member claimed responsibility of the killing.

According to the post, the politician was killed because of his association with Salman Khan and underworld figures.

Following the killing of Baba Siddique, security outside Salman Khan’s house in Mumbai has been heightened as additional security personnel have been stationed outside Galaxy Apartments.

Meanwhile, it has been revealed that the Khan family has requested the Bollywood star’s friends to not visit him at the moment.

Baba Siddique, 65, was a prominent Muslim political figure in Maharashtra who held positions as minister for Labor, FDA, and Minister of State for Food and Civil Supplies.

The NCP leader was more well-known for his socialite persona and lavish annual iftar parties than for his political career.