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
CNN bans panelist for racist comment against Mehdi Hasan
CNN has banned conservative panelist Ryan James Girdusky following an incident where he made a racially charged remark against British-American journalist Mehdi Hasan. The exchange occurred during a heated debate on CNN Newsnight, hosted by Abby Phillip, where Girdusky appeared to reference recent violence in Lebanon by saying to Hasan,
Robbers loot multiple banks and cash vans in Islamabad
Islamabad witnessed a series of bank-related robberies in the past 24 hours, as armed assailants targeted cash vans and banks across the capital. On Tuesday afternoon, robbers struck near a government bank on G-9 Peshawar Mor. As a security guard prepared to bring a cash bag inside, a motorcyclist opened
LESCO names government departments with unpaid dues
The Lahore Electric Supply Company (Lesco) has publicly disclosed the names of various federal and provincial government departments that have failed to clear their outstanding dues. This announcement was made on Tuesday, highlighting the significant debts owed to the company. According to a spokesperson for Lesco, the Tehsil Municipal Administrations
Sindh declares public holiday for Hindu employees on Diwali
The Sindh government has officially declared Friday, November 1, as a public holiday for Hindu employees across the province to celebrate Diwali, the festival of lights. The notification extends to all government and semi-government departments, autonomous bodies, local councils, and corporations operating under the provincial government. سندھ حکومت نے دیوالی
Government introduces new electricity bill payment method
The government has commenced the implementation of changes to the electricity bill payment system, enabling consumers to pay their bills in instalments once a year. This initiative follows the approval by the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) of modifications to the service manual for distribution companies (DISCOs) in May
Ghee and cooking oil prices increase massively in Pakistan
The prices of cooking oil and ghee in Pakistan has seen a significant increase in recent weeks, exacerbating the already high cost of living for many households. According to reports, prices have escalated by Rs40 to Rs50 per kilogram, largely attributed to a sharp rise in palm oil prices on
Ali Amin Gandapur reportedly involved in Bushra Bibi’s release from jail
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur reportedly informed his party colleagues that he played a role in securing the release of Bushra Bibi, wife of PTI founder Imran Khan. According to party insiders, Gandapur was made aware that Bushra Bibi would not face new arrests following her release from
PCB announces fielding coach for upcoming matches
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has appointed Mohammad Masroor as the fielding coach for the national team’s upcoming tours to Australia, Zimbabwe, and South Africa. His appointment was made following the recommendation of Jason Gillespie, who was reportedly impressed by Masroor’s coaching style during the Pakistan Shaheens’ tour of Australia.
NIH warns of diphtheria risks, issues preventative health advisory
The National Institute of Health (NIH) has issued an advisory to prevent the spread of diphtheria, a contagious disease caused by the Corynebacterium diphtheriae bacterium. With diphtheria cases and related deaths rising in various parts of the country, the NIH has highlighted the increased transmission risks during the dry and
