Ahsan Iqbal: 2018 ‘Tabdali’ as devastating as eastern Pakistan tragedy
LAHORE: Federal Minister for Planning Ahsan Iqbal described the 2018 transformation as a catastrophe for eastern Pakistan. Impact of 2018 Changes Speaking to the media in Lahore, Ahsan Iqbal stated that the changes in 2018 were a conspiracy. He added that 240 million people still suffer the consequences. Stock Exchange
Online exams announced in Kyrgyzstan for foreign students after attacks on them
In response to recent violence against foreign students, the Kyrgyz Ministry of Education has announced that university exams will be conducted online. The ministry’s announcement allows students, except those in their final semester, to return to their home countries while still being able to participate in their examinations remotely. The
Punjab announces nearly 1 million e-bikes for students
Punjab’s Minister for Transport, Bilal Akbar Khan, revealed that around 800,000 students have applied for the provincial government’s E-Bikes scheme. The minister announced that in line with the Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz’s directive, E-Bikes will be provided to all eligible students. During a press conference in Lahore, Bilal Akbar stated
Pakistani students start returning from Kyrgyzstan
Pakistani students studying in Kyrgyzstan have begun returning home after violent clashes left several individuals injured. The first special flight carrying more than 180 passengers, including the students, landed at the Allama Iqbal International Airport, Lahore. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi was present at the airport to welcome the students. The
Transporters lower fares after petrol price drop
Following the decrease in petroleum product prices, the Deputy Commissioner of Rawalpindi, Hasan Waqar Cheema, has directed transporters to lower transport fares by 5 percent. In a meeting chaired by Deputy Commissioner Rawalpindi Hasan Waqar Cheema, transporters and bus stand owners decided to lower fares by 5 percent on all
Solar panel prices increase again after recent decrease
Following a recent decrease in prices, solar panels have once again become expensive in Lahore. According to details, the cost of 7 to 15 kilowatt solar systems has gone up by Rs 25,000 to Rs 50,000, with a rise of 6 rupees per kilowatt in the market. Prices for different
Punjab announces complete ban on plastic bags starting June 6
LAHORE: In a significant move towards environmental preservation, Punjab province has announced a comprehensive ban on all forms of plastic bags, slated to come into effect on June 6. The decision, communicated by Provincial Local Government Minister Zeeshan Rafiq during a session at the Punjab Assembly, underscores the government’s commitment
PM Shehbaz Sharif resigns from party position
WEB DESK: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday resigned as president of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), two weeks after top party officials urged Nawaz Sharif to assume leadership of the party. Under Clause 15 of the party constitution, the PML-N has resolved to call a meeting of the central
PPP demands Bhutto’s picture on currency notes
LAHORE: The Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) passed a resolution on Sunday urging the federal government to add former prime minister Zulfikar Ali Bhutto as a national democratic hero and include his image on currency notes. The resolution was approved during a seminar on Zulfikar Ali Bhutto reference, entitled “Bhutto Reference
PM Shehbaz Sharif announces prize money for hockey team
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced cash prize for every player of the national hockey team following their brilliant performance during the Azlan Shah hockey cup. According to details, the Prime Minister announced Rs1 million for each member of the hockey team that won the silver medal in the tournament
