By Farzana ChaudhryLahore, PakistanLAHORE: The Qirat and Naat Society of the University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences (UVAS) organized a seminar at its City Campus to commemorate the birthday of Hazrat Ali (AS), aimed at exploring his life, teachings and enduring legacy, with a focus on his wisdom, leadership and values.UVAS Vice-Chancellor Meritorious Prof Dr…
By Muhammad ShahzadLahore, PakistanLAHORE: Capital City Police Officer (CCPO) Lahore Bilal Siddique Kamyana on Thursday ordered a strict crackdown on drug peddling and motorcycle theft while reviewing the performance of the Civil Lines and City divisions during a high-level meeting at his office.The meeting reviewed the overall law and order situation, crime prevention measures and…
By Dr. Ansab AliLahore, PakistanLAHORE: The Punjab Food Safety and Consumer Protection Department has intensified enforcement actions across the province to ensure the availability of essential food items at government-notified prices, conducting raids at more than 155,000 locations over the past three days.According to a department spokesperson, action was taken against 8,938 profiteers found involved…
By Muhammad ShahzadLahore, PakistanLAHORE: Punjab Minister for Sports and Youth Affairs Malik Faisal Ayub Khokhar has said that the Khelta Punjab Pink Games will prove to be a historic milestone for the promotion of women’s sports in the province, as preparations have formally begun for what is set to be the largest women sports event…
By Farzana ChaudhryLahore, PakistanLAHORE: Punjab Minister for Local Government and Community Development Zeeshan Rafique on Thursday reviewed development schemes for 20 cities under the Chief Minister Punjab Development Program (PDP), directing officials to ensure implementation in line with the guidelines issued by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz.The review meeting was attended by Secretary Local Government Shakeel…
By Dr. Ansab AliLahore, PakistanLAHORE: At least 10 people were killed and 1,137 others injured in 1,009 road traffic crashes (RTCs) reported across Punjab over the past 24 hours, according to the Emergency Services Department (ESD).The ESD said its teams responded to accidents in all 37 districts of the province. Of the injured, 452 sustained…
By Muhammad ShahzadLahore, PakistanLAHORE, Jan 8: Punjab’s Director General Food, Amjad Hafeez, said on Thursday that the supply of flour across the province remains sufficient and stable, with market equilibrium being maintained through controlled releases and strict monitoring by the provincial government.He said that on January 7, 2026, flour mills across Punjab milled a total…
By Muhammad Saleem | Islamabad, PakistanISLAMABAD: The National Dialogue Committee conference has called for the release of political workers and the withdrawal of cases against them to facilitate meaningful negotiations between the government and opposition.According to the conference communiqué, a government-appointed committee should be formed by the Prime Minister, the President, and former Prime Minister…
Muhammad Shahzad | Lahore, PakistanLAHORE: The Punjab Revenue Authority (PRA) will now receive support from the Punjab Enforcement & Regulatory Authority (PERA) Force in recovery and collection operations, officials said on Tuesday. PERA personnel will accompany PRA enforcement teams in cases of interference or resistance during field duties, ensuring smooth and effective operations.The announcement followed…
By Farzana Chaudhry | Lahore, PakistanLAHORE: Punjab Minister for Housing and Urban Development Bilal Yasin has announced a zero tolerance policy for drain cleaning and manhole covering across the province, emphasizing strict accountability for officials failing to meet performance standards.The announcement came during a high-level meeting at the WASA Headquarters, chaired by the minister. Director…
