rain alert
LAHORE, April 08: The Punjab Meteorological Department has issued an alert for heat-waves, rain, and storms across the region this week. According to The Provincial Disaster Management Authority PDMA spokesperson, temperatures are expected to rise by 3 to 5 degrees Celsius from May 8th to 10th in most parts of
Metrobus Station
LAHORE, May 06 (INP): Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif inaugurated the Shahdara Metrobus Station Remodeling Project on Monday in Lahore. The chief minister personally inspected the station, expressing admiration for the quality of construction work and the facilities provided. During her visit, Maryam Nawaz Sharif interacted with the staff
housing scheme
LAHORE, April 24: The government of Punjab has identified state land in five cities across Punjab for a housing scheme aimed at providing affordable homes to low-income homeless people. A special meeting chaired by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif was convened where details of the "Apni Chhat Apna Ghar&
CM Punjab
LAHORE: The Punjab government, on the direction of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, has introduced the 'Himat' card for special persons and the 'Nihgaban' card through the Baitul Mal department. The announcement came during a meeting focused on Social Welfare and Baitul Mal initiatives chaired by CM
Lightning
MULTAN, April 14: A series of lightning strikes across southern Punjab and Balochistan on Saturday resulted in the tragic deaths of 25 people. The majority of casualties, at 17, occurred in southern Punjab, with Muzaffargarh, Rahim Yar Khan, Rajanpur, Lodhran, Bahawalpur, and Bahawalnagar districts reporting fatalities. Balochistan's Nushki
Cotton
LAHORE, April 06: The Punjab government has set a goal of cultivating cotton on 4 million acres of land in 2024, aiming to boost the country's economy through increased production. During a meeting at the Civil Secretariat, Chief Secretary Punjab Zahid Akhtar Zaman was briefed by agriculture officials
tax return
LAHORE, March 27 : The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has taken a strict stance against non-compliant teachers in Punjab, announcing fines for those who fail to submit their tax returns. The FBR has compiled lists of teachers who have defaulted on submitting their tax returns for the year 2023, with
crackdown
SIALKOT, Mar 26 : Police have launched a major crackdown against the banned practice of kite flying, resulting in the arrest of over 630 individuals. This operation aims to safeguard public safety during the upcoming Basant celebrations. According to a Sialkot Police spokesperson, a total of 681 cases have been registered
Lahore
LAHORE, Mar 13:Pakistan's cultural capital Lahore has emerged at the forefront of a concerning global ranking, topping the list of the most polluted cities worldwide. The Air Quality Index (AQI) has revealed alarmingly hazardous air quality levels, with Lahore recording a staggering AQI of 297, posing significant
MaryamNawaz
KARACHI, Feb 14: Following Maryam Nawaz's nomination as Chief Minister in Punjab, discussions have commenced regarding the leadership of Sindh, with former Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah emerging as a frontrunner for the position. However, sources reveal that consultations have also initiated regarding the potential nomination of Faryal
Pneumonia
LAHORE, Feb 10:The battle against severe pneumonia continues unabated as the province grapples with the loss of three more children to the disease. Over the past 24 hours, Punjab reported 366 new cases of pneumonia, with Lahore alone accounting for 172 new cases within the same period. Fortunately, no
Faiz Festival
LAHORE, Jan 28: The 8th Faiz Festival is poised to grace Lahore Arts Council Al Hamra from February 9-11, promising a three-day celebration of meaningful literary and cultural dialogues. The festival lineup includes a rich tapestry of events such as cultural dialogue sessions, live performances, theater, Qawwali programs, book presentations,
pti
Lahore, Jan 28: With the upcoming elections drawing near, election-related activities in Lahore have surged, manifesting in a booming market for toys adorned with party symbols. Local traders report that these symbolic toys and accessories are predominantly locally manufactured. While bats were expected to be the popular choice, Tehreek-e-Insaf is
Peshawar Zalmi
LAHORE, Jan 27: The Acting Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), Shah Khawar, assured that any concerns raised by Peshawar Zalmi regarding the schedule can be addressed amicably. Shah Khawar emphasized that the preparations for the HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) are proceeding smoothly without any disruptions. He stated
Punjab
LAHORE, Jan 25: After a bout of heavy fog, various areas in Punjab are on alert for possible rain from January 25 to 28, as announced by the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) spokesperson. The PDMA spokesperson highlighted that rain is anticipated in most regions of DG Khan, Bahawalpur, Multan,
Lahore
Lahore, Jan 21: In response to the intensified cold wave, the Punjab government has announced that schools will open at 9 AM until January 31. The School Education Department of Punjab has issued a notification regarding the revised school timings. As per the details, the School Education Department has extended