By Farzana Chaudhry | Lahore, Pakistan:Lahore: The 62nd meeting of the Provincial Development Working Party (PDWP), chaired by Chairman P&D Board Dr. Naeem Rauf, approved four major development schemes amounting to Rs 56 billion in the development sector. The meeting was attended by Secretary P&D Board Rafaqat Ali, members of the P&D Board, and representatives…
By Dr. Ansab Ali | Lahore, Pakistan:Lahore: A delegation from the Mid-Career Service Course of the Pakistan Administrative Services (PAS) visited the Punjab Revenue Authority (PRA) to gain insights into its operations and revenue collection mechanisms.Chairman PRA, Moazzam Iqbal Sipra, briefed the delegation on the Authority’s organizational structure, departmental functions, and overall performance. He explained…
By Muhammad Shahzad | Lahore, Pakistan:Lahore: The Excise & Taxation Department Punjab has introduced a public-friendly online biometric verification facility for vehicle owners via PAK-ID, simplifying, securing, and digitizing the verification process for both domestic and overseas Pakistanis.DG Excise & Taxation Punjab, Umar Sher Chatha, said:“This historic initiative marks a new era for vehicle owners…
By Farzana Chaudhry | Lahore, Pakistan:Lahore: Director General Food Punjab, Amjad Hafeez, has said that under the public-friendly policy of Chief Minister Punjab, the uninterrupted supply of flour and price stability are being ensured across the province. Wheat is being issued to flour mills at a controlled rate of Rs 3,000 per 40 kg to…
By Farzana Chaudhry | Lahore, Pakistan:Lahore: Punjab Governor Sardar Saleem Haider Khan has described the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) as a “game-changer” for the development and prosperity of Pakistan. He highlighted the key role played by President Asif Ali Zardari in advancing CPEC during his tenure.The Governor made these remarks while meeting Chinese Consul General…
By Dr. Ansab Ali | Lahore, Pakistan:Lahore: The Emergency Services Department (ESD) reported responding to 1,262 road traffic crashes (RTCs) across all 37 districts of Punjab in the past 24 hours, resulting in 15 fatalities and 1,449 injuries.Of those injured, 599 individuals with serious injuries were transported to hospitals, while 850 victims with minor injuries…
By Muhammad Shahzad | Lahore, Pakistan:Lahore: Inspector General of Police Punjab, Dr. Usman Anwar, announced the initiation of the construction of 200 new houses for the families of police martyrs who sacrificed their lives prior to 2017. The announcement was made during a ceremony at the Central Police Office, Lahore, where cheques were distributed to…
By Farzana Chaudhry | Lahore, Pakistan:Lahore: Punjab University (PU) has conferred PhD degrees on ten scholars across diverse academic disciplines. The awardees include:Hina Liaquat (D/o Liaquat Ali) – ChemistryZaheer Abbas (S/o Abdul Majeed) – Molecular BiologyMaria Maqsood (D/o Mian Maqsood Ahmad) – ArabicTayyaba Hussain (D/o Rana Shahid Hussain) – Home Economics (Housing, Home Management, and…
By Dr. Ansab Ali | Lahore, Pakistan:The University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences (UVAS) Lahore has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences (UVAS) Swat to strengthen cooperation in academic programs, research, student training, and capacity building of faculty and administrative staff.The MoU was signed by UVAS Lahore…
By Muhammad Shahzad | Lahore, Pakistan:Punjab Housing Secretary Noor-ul-Amin Mengal visited the office of the Punjab Horticulture Authority (PHA) to review departmental affairs, institutional expansion, and ongoing reform initiatives. During the visit, Additional Director General PHA Mirza Waleed Baig provided a detailed briefing on the authority’s performance, current projects, and future objectives.The Housing Secretary directed…
