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By Dr. Ansab Ali | Lahore, PakistanLAHORE: On the special directions of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, Chairman Punjab Sahulat Bazaar Authority (PSBA) Muhammad Afzal Khokhar conducted detailed visits to Ramzan Relief (Nigehban) Bazaars in Pattoki, Chunian, Okara, Sahiwal, and Khanewal, along with several other districts, to review administrative arrangements and public facilitation measures.During the…

By Dr. Ansab Ali | Lahore, Pakistan | January 30, 2026Lahore: Provincial Minister for Industries and Commerce Chaudhary Shafay Hussain chaired an important board meeting of the Punjab Small Industries Corporation (PSIC) at PSIC House, focusing on industrial development, artisan support, and women entrepreneurship.The board reviewed a 12-point agenda, approving the upgradation of Metal Crafts…

Berlin: The German government has announced the immediate termination of its Afghan refugee admission programme, citing security concerns and criminal involvement linked to some Afghan migrants. According to international media reports, German authorities have decided to halt the programme amid growing concerns over public safety and internal security. German media say that around 640 Afghan…

By our staff reporter Dr Ansab Ali Riyadh: The Saudi Ministry of Health has announced a new set of medical restrictions for Hajj pilgrims this year, aimed at ensuring the safety and health of all participants during the pilgrimage. According to Saudi authorities, individuals suffering from liver failure, liver shrinkage, or severe neurological disorders will…

By Dr. Ansab AliLahore, PakistanLAHORE — The Punjab government’s vision of a “Disability-Free Punjab” took another practical step forward on Tuesday as wheelchairs and assistive devices were distributed among persons with disabilities at a ceremony held at the Directorate General of Social Welfare.The event was organised on the directives of Punjab Chief Minister and was…