By Farzana Chaudhry | Lahore, PakistanThe Library Book Club of the University of the Punjab organized a literary event in Lahore to mark Kashmir Day, bringing together academics, researchers and students for discussions on the region’s history and geography.The session was attended by Chief Librarian Muhammad Asif Khan, faculty members from the university’s Department of…
By Farzana Chaudhry | Lahore, PakistanThe recent approval by Pakistan’s federal cabinet for the reconstitution of the National Council for Homeopathy (NCH) has sparked controversy, with allegations of administrative irregularities and potential violations of civil service rules emerging over the nomination process.According to sources familiar with the matter, the Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations…
By Dr Ansab Ali | Lahore, PakistanPunjab’s Minister for Housing and Urban Development, Bilal Yasin, said the provincial government has invested billions of rupees to restore and beautify the historic Walled City of Lahore, describing the initiative as part of a broader urban renewal strategy.Speaking during a Khuli Kachehri (open court) held in his constituency…
By Farzana Chaudhry | Lahore, PakistanThe government of Pakistan’s eastern Punjab has begun distributing financial assistance to workers under the Ramazan Nighaban Package and the Maryam Nawaz Ration Card initiative, officials said on Sunday.Under the scheme, the Punjab Social Security Department is providing Rs 10,000 to registered workers across the province to support their families…
By Muhammad Shahzad | Lahore, PakistanPolice authorities in Pakistan’s eastern Punjab said they have intensified operations against proclaimed offenders, court absconders and habitual criminals as part of a province-wide security crackdown this year.According to a spokesperson for Punjab Police, a total of 16,881 proclaimed offenders have been arrested so far in 2026 across the province,…
By Dr Ansab Ali | Lahore, PakistanThe Khelta Punjab Pink Games 2026, described by officials as the largest women’s sporting event in the province, concluded with a closing ceremony at the Gymnasium Hall of Nishtar Park Sports Complex on Sunday.The Punjab-wide competition saw Lahore Division crowned overall champions, securing 35 medals, including 25 gold and…
By Farzana Chaudhry | Lahore, PakistanPolice authorities in Pakistan’s eastern Punjab province remained on high alert during Christian worship and prayer services held in churches across the region, including the provincial capital Lahore, officials said.The heightened security measures were implemented on the instructions of Inspector General of Police (IGP) Abdul Kareem, who directed senior officers…
By Dr Ansab Ali | Lahore, PakistanChinese automaker Chery Motors has unveiled its flagship Tiggo 9 Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) in Pakistan, positioning the SUV as a new benchmark in high-performance sustainable mobility.The reveal took place at Chery Defence in Lahore, which served as the primary venue for the Saturday, February 14 launch event….
By Muhammad Shahzad | Lahore, PakistanAn inclusive Rickshaw March organized by NOWPDP (Network of Organizations Working for People with Disabilities), in collaboration with fashion designer Hassan Shehryar Yasin (HSY), brought attention to accessible mobility and economic empowerment for persons with disabilities (PWDs) in Pakistan.The event, held at the historic Lahore Fort, featured customized and retrofitted…
