Punjab
LAHORE, Sep 24: Punjab has announced plans to establish the region's first and largest state-of-the-art electric bus depot, emphasizing sustainability and green energy. The new depot will be designed specifically for electric buses, featuring full solarization to prioritize green energy generation. It is expected to produce up to
Lahore High Court
LAHORE, Sep 24: The Lahore High Court has issued the transfer and appointment of 11 senior officials within its establishment, following approval from Chief Justice Aalia Neelum. According to the official notification, Additional Registrar Inamullah Baig has been transferred from Banking and Fund Management to Buildings and Maintenance, while Additional
Jamaat-e-Islami
LAHORE, Sep 24: Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Deputy Chief Liaqat Baloch has warned the government that the deadline to fulfill the agreement between the two parties has expired, and now the public's reaction will teach the government a lesson. The agreement, which included providing relief to the public on electricity
Imran Khan
ISLAMABAD, Sep 24: The Islamabad High Court has dismissed a petition seeking to prevent the possible military detention and trial of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Imran Khan, following assurances from the government that no such decision has been made yet. During the hearing, Justice Mian Gul Hassan Aurangzeb sought a
Sport
ISLAMABAD, Sep 24: The Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) has imposed a lifetime ban on the President and Secretary of the Pakistan Boxing Federation (PBF) following an inquiry into the disappearance of Pakistani boxers abroad. The PSB's Board of Governors approved the lifetime ban on PBF President Khalid Mahmood
Governor Punjab
LAHORE, Sep 24: Governor Punjab Sardar Salim Haider has rejected the summary sent by the Punjab government for the appointment of Vice Chancellors (VCs) in 13 universities, returning it with several objections. According to sources from the Governor’s House, the Governor emphasized that the Chief Minister can send a
Justice Mansoor Ali Shah
ISLAMABAD, Sep 24: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan, speaking from Adiala Jail, has voiced his support for Justice Mansoor Ali Shah’s stance on the Practice and Procedure Committee, while launching a scathing criticism of key figures in the judiciary and election commission. In a candid conversation with the
Social Media
ISLAMABAD, Sep 24: In a move to regulate the conduct of federal police personnel online, a new social media policy has been introduced following directives from the Establishment Division. According to the official notification, police officers and personnel are prohibited from expressing personal opinions on any media platform without prior
Dengue
RAWALPINDI, Sep 24: In a concerning development, Punjab has reported 69 new cases of dengue fever within the last 24 hours. According to the health department's spokesperson, the majority of the cases were reported from Rawalpindi, which accounted for 55 cases. Other cities affected include Lahore with 5
Punjab police
LAHORE, Sep 24 : In a bold move to combat crime in remote regions, the Punjab Police have decided to purchase advanced drones equipped with the capability to transport and deploy mortar shells. According to police officials, these drones will be fitted with cameras and have the ability to carry a
jamaateislami
LAHORE, Sep 24: Jamaat-e-Islami has declared a series of countrywide demonstrations on September 29 to protest against soaring electricity bills and the Independent Power Producers (IPPs) in Pakistan. During a press conference, party chief Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman highlighted that the government has been paying IPPs between 2,000 to 2,400
Maryam Nawaz
LAHORE, Sep 24: Chief Minister of Punjab, Maryam Nawaz, has directed the prompt completion of legal procedures for establishing the Punjab Enforcement Regulatory Authority. In a special meeting chaired by CM Maryam Nawaz, a detailed briefing was presented regarding the progress of the authority's establishment. It was revealed
LAHORE, Sep 24: A case has been registered against Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders, including Alia Hamza, for allegedly helping PTI leader Hammad Azhar escape police custody. The FIR, filed at Lahore's Kahna police station, names PTI Lahore President Sheikh Imtiaz, Alia Hamza, and 30 to 40 other PTI
teacher
RAWALPINDI, Sep 24: Teachers protesting the privatization of public schools in Punjab faced swift repercussions, as the education department suspended the presidents and secretaries of the Punjab Teachers Union (PTU) and the Educators Association. Show-cause notices were also issued to key leaders, including PTU President Qazi Imran, Educators Association President
Supreme Court
The hearing on the petition against the Practice and Procedure Ordinance 2024 could not be held in the Lahore High Court (LHC) on Tuesday. LHC Chief Justice Aliya Neelam’s cause-list was canceled, with court staff stating that there would be no proceedings today. The petition was filed by citizen,
turkiye
Turkiye, among the world’s sharpest critics of the Israeli military operation in Gaza, will use the UN General Assembly this week to highlight what it says is a genocide unfolding there and will urge international pressure on Israel. President Tayyip Erdogan and several Turkish ministers will take part in