The Punjab government has officially enacted “The Punjab Sahulat Bazaars Authority Act 2025,” a landmark legislation aimed at establishing bazaars to provide essential commodities at regulated prices while fostering business opportunities for entrepreneurs. Following its approval by the Punjab Assembly and subsequent assent from the provincial government, the act is now in effect across the […]
A major accident on the M4 Motorway near Pansira left one person dead and dozens at risk when a passenger bus caught fire after colliding with a truck. Swift action by the motorway police helped save the lives of all passengers on board. According to motorway police spokesperson Syed Imran Ahmed, a passenger bus traveling […]
Punjab Information Minister Azma Bokhari has said that PTI leaders are trying – and failing – to shift the blame for their internal conflicts onto the government. She clarified that the Punjab government has not imposed any restrictions on meetings with the PTI Chairman. “PTI themselves alter the lists of those who want to meet […]
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has formed a three-member inquiry committee to investigate the Port Qasim Authority (PQA) land scandal. Senator Faisal Vawda had alleged that valuable land belonging to Port Qasim Authority was leased at undervalued prices during the tenure of the current government. According to a notification issued by the Prime Minister’s Office, the […]
The National Assembly on Thursday offered Fateha for the departed soul of former Senator Hafiz Hussain Ahmed. Deputy Speaker Syed Ghulam Mustafa Shah requested MNA Misbah Uddin to lead the prayer. Hafiz Hussain Ahmed, who had been battling kidney disease and undergoing dialysis, had largely stepped back from active politics in recent years. Born in […]
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed that a 100-megawatt solar power project in Gilgit-Baltistan be completed within one year. He made this announcement while chairing a high-level meeting on the project. The Prime Minister said he would personally oversee progress and ensure timely delivery. He instructed authorities to prioritize the project and build climate-resilient infrastructure.
PESHAWAR: The National Accountability Bureau in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) distributed cheques worth Rs 8.843 million among those deceived by the Afridi Hajj and Umrah Service Peshawar. As per detail, the accused persons were running a fake Travel Agency in the name of Afridi Hajj & Umrah Services Private Ltd Peshawar. They collected approximately Rs 340,000 […]
An international research team of scientists has demonstrated the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to predict which viruses could infect humans, like the Covid virus and which animals host them, and where they could emerge. Team led by Georgetown University scientists completed an 18-month project to identify specific bat species likely to carry betacoronaviruses — […]
Army chief General Asim Munir on Tuesday discussed “recent regional developments” with US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin, the US Department of Defence said in a statement. In a brief statement, the defence department said the chief of army staff (COAS) and Secretary Austin discussed the regional matters during a phone call. They also discussed areas […]
A social organization has stated on Wednesday that 100 bodies brought in last three days to their morgue during last three days of searing hot weather. A spokesperson of Cheepa Foundation has said that 100 bodies were brought to their cold storage pointing towards increasing deaths in Karachi in the ongoing extreme hot weather. “Thirty-seven […]
The embassy of China in Pakistan on Monday categorically said that China has always supported the construction of Gwadar Port and the development of Balochistan. Chinese Embassy’s spokesperson while replying on the article said, “We have noted that the recent article in The Guardian, allegedly quoted the remarks of a Chinese diplomat, which is completely […]
The Punjab government has decided to establish a Special Planning Authority to regulate urban and rural land use, aiming to curb the rise of illegal housing societies across the province. Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz chaired a high-level meeting where proposals were reviewed to introduce uniform zoning and land-use regulations for commercial and residential areas. […]
The Ministry of Religious Affairs has extended the Hajj registration deadline due to recent floods. Originally, pilgrims had until September 8 to register under the private Hajj scheme. However, the government decided to give more time so that flood-affected people can complete their applications. This extension helps many pilgrims who could not register earlier because of the floods.
Pakistan and Iran have officially started direct flights to strengthen trade, tourism, and cultural ties between the two countries. The announcement came from Iran’s ambassador to Pakistan, Dr. Reza Amiri Moqadam, who confirmed that Iran Air Tour will operate the first phase of flights. This new air route marks an important step in improving regional connectivity and cooperation.
Pakistan will experience the year’s second and final total lunar eclipse on the night of September 7 and 8, as confirmed by the Meteorological Department. The rare celestial event will begin with the moon dimming at 8:28pm, followed by a partial eclipse at 9:27pm. The total eclipse is set to start at 10:31pm, reaching its peak at 11:12pm, and will gradually end at 11:53pm. The partial eclipse will conclude at 12:57am, with the entire event wrapping up by 1:55am.
Tremors from a moderate earthquake were felt in Islamabad, Peshawar, Abbottabad, Mansehra, and Swat on Monday evening. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), the earthquake measured 5.4 on the Richter scale, reported a private news channel. PMD said that its epicenter was located in southeastern Afghanistan at a depth of 22 kilometers. Residents in […]
The three Afghan nationals who married to Pakistani citizens Tuesday approached the Islamabad High Court (IHC) against their repatriation. Justice Inaam Ameen Minhas, hearing the case, sent the case file to the Chief Justice on the request of the lawyer as a similar case was pending with the Chief Justice. Barrister Umar Ijaz Gilani appeared […]
Pakistan has earnestly urged “those who shield Israel” and prevent the UN Security Council from taking action to restore peace and security in Gaza to seriously re-examine their policies that have resulted in “mass carnage” of the Palestinians in the devastated enclave. “The occupying power’s apologists must introspect, and objectively assess the consequences of their […]
In the wake of the financial crisis that nearly brought it to its knees, COMSATS Internet Services (CIS) has emerged as a beacon of resilience and innovation. Over the last two years, the organization has not only weathered significant financial challenges but has also successfully reinvented itself, becoming a symbol of growth and technological advancement. […]
2nd Asian Middle East, African Academic & Research Integrated conference (ACARI 2025) was held at University of Lahore Auditorium, Punjab Higher Education Commission, Allama Iqbal Open University Islamabad , University of Lahore were the co -sponsor of this programme, whilest Turinitin AI Engineering Team, as a the prime technology partner, they have shared global trends […]
The Sindh cabinet has approved the establishment of the ‘Dow Science Foundation’ under the management of Dow Medical University, the transfer of Mehar Polytechnic Institute to ZBIST, the procurement of double-decker buses and additional electric buses, the automation of anti-narcotics records, the provision of free pink bus service for women, the installation of a transmission […]
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