CM Maryam okays KPIs for ACs as Punjab accelerates Rs16.9b beautification drive
New KPIs mirror DC framework for strict urban monitoring and warnings to be issued over open manholes, garbage, encroachments
February–May deadline set for...
Russia offers mediation to help resolve issues between Pakistan and India
-- Envoy says westren blame of kidnapping of ‘thousands’ of Ukrainian children by Russia has been proven completely unfounded during direct Russian-Ukrainian negotiations
ISLAMABAD: Russian...
Punjab launches pink bus service for women’s travel needs
LAHORE: The Punjab government has introduced a new pink bus service aimed at providing safe and dedicated transportation for women across the province. Under...
Winter vacations announced in Sindh
KARACHI: The Sindh government has revealed the schedule for winter vacations in educational institutions across the province. Under the new timetable, all public and...
Pakistan social media audio claiming to feature KP CM is doctored
ISLAMABAD: A widely circulated audio clip that purported to capture Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi speaking at a political rally has been confirmed...
Children killed and others hurt in North Waziristan madrassah blast
MIR ALI: Two children lost their lives and several others were injured when an explosion tore through an area near a madrassah in the...
Pakistan signals tougher action toward non-compliant social media platforms
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has cautioned major social media companies that they may face strict enforcement measures if they fail to follow national regulations, with officials...
Punjab introduces free laptops for students
LAHORE: The Punjab government has announced a new initiative to provide free laptops to students enrolled in private universities across the province. The program...
Quetta set for December 28 local polls with thousands in the running
QUETTA: The local government elections in Quetta are slated for December 28, with the Election Commission of Balochistan announcing that arrangements have been completed...
Punjab restricts male teachers from girls’ high and higher secondary schools
LAHORE: Punjab authorities have reportedly decided to ban male teachers from working in girls’ high and higher secondary schools across the province. The policy...
LHC seeks FIA reply over rising number of deaths in alleged police encounters
LAHORE: The Lahore High Court on Thursday summoned a reply from the Federal Investigation Agency and other respondents while hearing a petition challenging a...
British MPs call on UK to support Kashmiris’ right to self-determination
LONDON: British lawmakers have urged the United Kingdom to support the right of the people of Jammu and Kashmir to self-determination, calling on the...
Germany unveils digital visa system for Pakistani applicants
Germany has introduced a new online visa application system for Pakistani citizens, marking a significant shift toward faster and more streamlined processing. The initiative...
Lahore chokes under ‘Hazardous’ air as AQI soars to alarming levels
LAHORE: Lahore woke up today to one of its worst pollution spikes of the season, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) reaching a hazardous...
Former spymaster Faiz Hameed sentenced to 14 years for engaging in political activities, violation of Official Secret Act
-- Court finds Hameed guilty on multiple charges, including misuse of authority and state secrets
-- Faiz Hameed found guilty on all four charges; given...