ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: The preliminary list of official public holidays for 2026 has been released, though the final schedule will be announced by the Cabinet Division closer to the start of the year. Islamic festival holidays are subject to the sighting of the moon.According to the proposed schedule:Kashmir Day: The first official holiday of 2026 is…
ISLAMABAD: The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has released its annual report detailing the agency’s efforts to combat digital crime across Pakistan. Under the leadership of Director General Syed Khurram Ali, the agency demonstrated its full capacity to safeguard national security and protect the country from digital threats.According to the report, 2,196 major cybercrime…
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: The Saudi Foreign Ministry has warned that the steps taken by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) regarding Yemen are extremely dangerous. Riyadh stated that it will not tolerate any threat and will take all necessary measures if required.Saudi authorities called on the UAE to withdraw its troops from Yemen and suspend support…
Wana, Pakistan: Heavy snowfall has affected several areas of southern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, disrupting daily life and increasing cold weather intensity, officials said.The districts of Barmal, Khuramrang, Raghzai, Makin, Shawal, Kaniguram and other mountainous regions experienced significant snowfall, covering the hills in a thick white layer. Meteorological authorities have warned that the weather is likely to…
By Dr. Ansab AliLahore, PakistanLAHORE: Punjab Provincial Minister for Labour and Human Resource Muhammad Minshaullah Butt has vowed that the exploitation of workers will not be tolerated under any circumstances, announcing strict legal action against brick kiln owners who fail to pay full wages to their employees.The minister made the remarks during a meeting with…
By Farzana ChaudhryLahore, PakistanLAHORE: Managing Director of the Parks and Horticulture Authority (PHA) Lahore, Raja Mansoor Ahmed, has stressed the need for enhanced beautification, cleanliness, and maintenance of parks and green belts across the city, directing officials to ensure strict oversight and daily monitoring of field operations.Chairing a meeting of PHA directors on Tuesday, the…
By Muhammad ShahzadLahore, PakistanLAHORE: Punjab Secretary for Labour and Human Resource Danish Afzal on Tuesday paid his first official visit to the Punjab Social Security Head Office after assuming office, where he reviewed the institution’s performance and ongoing welfare initiatives for workers.He was warmly received by Commissioner Punjab Social Security Zulfiqar Ali Kharl, who later…
By Dr. Ansab AliLahore, PakistanLAHORE: The Punjab Counter Narcotics Force (CNF) has carried out successful, province-wide operations against drug dealers and smugglers over the past two weeks, recovering more than 85 kilograms of narcotics and arresting 27 suspects, officials said on Tuesday.The operations were conducted in line with the vision of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam…
By Farzana ChaudhryLahore, PakistanLAHORE: Punjab Minister for Industries and Commerce Chaudhry Shafay Hussain, along with Chinese Consul General Zhao Shiren, on Tuesday inaugurated the Challenge Special Economic Zone (SEZ) and two new textile factories in Punjab, marking a significant expansion of Chinese investment in the province’s industrial sector.The inauguration ceremony, held at PSIC House on…
By Muhammad ShahzadLahore, PakistanLAHORE: The Pakistan–China Joint Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCJCCI) has highlighted the rapidly expanding role of artificial intelligence (AI) in transforming the construction sector, describing it as a major driver of cost efficiency, operational effectiveness, workplace safety, and sustainable development.Speaking on the subject, Nazir Hussain, President PCJCCI, said AI-driven technologies are…
