Iran’s Foreign Minister to visit Pakistan this month
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is expected to arrive in Islamabad this week.
Gunmen steal pizzas from delivery rider in Faisalabad
Two armed robbers stole a total of four pizzas from a delivery rider at gunpoint in Faisalabad.
Murree might soon be getting a glass skywalk for tourists
The Punjab Provincial Development Working Party (PDWP) has greenlit a feasibility study for the construction of a Skywalk Glass Bridge in Murree, which could significantly enhance the area’s tourism potential. This decision was made during the PDWP’s 41st meeting, where a budget of Rs13.24 million was allocated to assess the
Punjab considers three weekly holidays for schools
Local officials have announced that Lahore is contemplating a three-day closure of schools as the city faces worsening air quality. With smog levels reaching alarming heights, schools may shut down on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays to safeguard student health. A definitive decision will be made after environmental authorities conduct a
Govt announces closure of CNG stations for two months
The Federal Ministry of Petroleum has rolled out a gas load management plan for the upcoming winter season, which mandates the closure of all Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) stations across Pakistan in December and January. This move aims to prioritise uninterrupted gas supply for domestic consumers during peak winter demand.
Delays in passport issuance set to end soon
In response to the ongoing delays in passport processing, the Ministry of Interior has announced the arrival of ten advanced desktop passport printing machines in Pakistan. The newly imported equipment, aimed at speeding up the backlog, is expected to be fully operational by next week. Sources within the ministry shared
CM Punjab announces to launch Minority Card
In a gesture marking Diwali, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz extended warm wishes to the Hindu community and highlighted the importance of equality and unity among all Pakistanis. Addressing a gathering in Lahore, she stressed that minorities are an integral part of the nation, not separate from it, and affirmed
Over 1,400 WhatsApp accounts hacked in Pakistan since July
The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has disclosed alarming statistics about WhatsApp account hacks in Pakistan, with over 1,400 accounts compromised since July 1. According to the agency’s Cyber Crime Wing, a total of 1,426 complaints have been logged, not accounting for unregistered cases. As part of their efforts to combat
Wearing mask is now mandatory in Lahore
Facing a sharp rise in air pollution, Punjab has introduced strict actions to address Lahore’s smog problem. With the city’s Air Quality Index (AQI) soaring as high as 520, authorities have mandated mask-wearing in public places to protect residents from the hazardous conditions. The Punjab Chief Minister has tasked all
Punjab assembly considers ban on dance and music at weddings
In a recent session, the Punjab Assembly saw the introduction of a resolution aimed at banning dance and music gatherings at wedding events. The proposal was presented by MPA Hameeda Mian, who argued that wedding celebrations should align with Punjab’s cultural and religious values. The resolution claimed that many wedding
