Two separate explosions rocked different cities in Iran on Saturday, resulting in at least five deaths and more than 10 injuries, according to Iranian state media and local officials.In the southern port city of Bandar Abbas, a powerful blast struck a residential building, killing one person — a 4-year-old girl — and injuring 14 others….
Islamabad, Pakistan – January 31, 2026The Government of Pakistan has announced new prices for petroleum products effective from February 1, 2026. High Speed Diesel (HSD) has been increased by Rs 11.30 per litre, while the price of petrol (Motor Spirit) will remain unchanged.The revised prices are as follows:High Speed Diesel: Rs 268.38 per litre (previously…
Lahore, Pakistan – January 31, 2026Pakistan delivered a dominant performance to crush Australia by 90 runs in the second T20 International at Gaddafi Stadium, sealing the three-match series 2-0 with one game remaining. This marks Pakistan’s largest victory by runs against Australia in T20I history, surpassing their previous best of 66 runs (in Abu Dhabi,…
By Muhammad ShahzadLahore, Pakistan – January 31, 2026The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has announced an increase in the price of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) for the month of February 2026According to the official notification issued by OGRA, the per-kilogram price of LPG has been raised by Rs 6.37. The new price for February…
By Dr Ansab AliLahore, Pakistan – January 31, 2026Schools in Punjab province will resume their regular working hours starting Monday, February 2, 2026, after the temporary late-start schedule linked to winter smog came to an endMost private schools have already informed parents that classes will now begin at 8:00 am. Primary (smaller) classes will be…
By Dr Ansab AliLahore, Pakistan – January 31, 2026The Internal Accountability Branch (ICB) of the Punjab Police has completed its investigation into allegations of torture against Ghulam Murtaza, the husband of a woman who died along with her 10-month-old daughter after falling into an open manhole near Bhati Gate in LahoreAccording to the inquiry report,…
By Muhammad ShahzadLahore, Pakistan – January 31, 2026The Chief Secretary Punjab has removed Director General Rawalpindi Development Authority (RDA) Kinza Murtaza from her post following the emergence of a major financial scandal involving more than two billion rupees during her tenureIn a notification issued by Chief Secretary Punjab Zahid Akhtar Zaman, Kinza Murtaza has been…
By Farzana Chaudhry | Lahore, PakistanLAHORE: The Deputy Commissioner Lahore has constituted Quick Response Teams (QRTs) across the city in preparation for the Basant Festival 2026, aimed at ensuring public safety and handling emergencies.According to official notifications, QRTs will be deployed in each tehsil, with Assistant Commissioners appointed as heads and conveners of the teams….
January 31, 2026 | LahoreLAHORE: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday said the use of modern technology and strict adherence to transparency and merit were essential for effective public service delivery, as he inaugurated the Punjab Agriculture, Food and Drug Authority (PAFDA) in Lahore.Addressing the launch ceremony, the prime minister described PAFDA as a…
Voice of Germany English, Islamabad/Quetta – January 31, 2026At least 10 Pakistani security personnel were killed and 11 civilians lost their lives in a series of coordinated militant attacks across Balochistan province on Saturday, officials said. Security forces reported killing between 37 and 67 militants during the clashes, with claims of over 108 militants eliminated…
