75 m. ago Weather outlook of Lahore, Punjab: Intermittent rains, gusty winds likely

LAHORE – Intermittent rains and gusty winds are likely in Lahore and parts of Punjab on Wednesday night and the

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87 m. ago New policies to boost personal and service consumption: State Council

BEIJING: China will see the implementation of new financial policies to strengthen fiscal and financial coordination, outlined Liao Min, Vice Minister of Finance, during a press conference held by China’s State Council Information Office (SCIO) on Wednesday. Liao detailed the two new policies: first, an interest subsidy for personal consumer loans, and second, subsidized loans […]

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4 h. ago China breaks investment record in Punjab with $150M textile project

LAHORE — China has set a new record for the fastest foreign investment in Punjab. Major textile firm Challenge Textile Group will invest $150 million to build Pakistan’s largest advanced textile mill in the province. At a ceremony in Lahore, Bank of Punjab and Challenge Fashion Pvt Ltd signed an MoU to establish a high-tech […]

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5 h. ago Punjab Assembly applauds COAS for unmasking India’s terror links

The Punjab Assembly received a resolution on Tuesday to honour Army Chief Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir for his recent US visit. The resolution, submitted by Shoaib Siddiqui of the Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party, praised the visit as a success. It also commended his efforts to expose India’s alleged involvement in terrorism in Pakistan. The resolution highlighted […]

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5 h. ago New Sui Gas Schedule announced for Independence Day; full details here

KARACHI – Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) announced revised gas supply schedule for Karachi and other cities to facilitate consumers during

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6 h. ago Indian PM Modi likely to meet Trump in US next month, newspaper reports

WASHINGTON: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to meet President Donald Trump during a visit to the United States next month to attend the UN General Assembly meeting, the Indian Express newspaper reported on Wednesday, citing sources. India’s foreign ministry did not immediately respond to a request for comment. An Indian official familiar with the […]

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6 h. ago Bilawal slams PM Shehbaz for slow progress on Karachi’s water

Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, chairman of the Pakistan Peoples Party, criticized Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for unequal development. He said Punjab enjoys Shehbaz’s fast action, but Karachi faces slow progress. Bilawal spoke at the New Hub Canal inauguration, highlighting Karachi’s long-standing water problems. He said it is unfair for Punjab to get “Shehbaz speed” while Karachi […]

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7 h. ago Punjab Schools reopen early as students back in Classes from August 18

ISLAMABAD – Punjab government announced that schools will reopen earlier than expected for Class 9/10 students, overturning its earlier decision

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20 h. ago Pakistan’s outreach to Trump rattles India, says Financial Times

Pakistan’s recent diplomatic engagements with the administration of US President Donald Trump have led to a marked improvement in bilateral relations and triggered deep concern in India, the Financial Times has reported in a detailed piece. In a report by correspondents in Islamabad, New Delhi and Washington, the London-based news paper described what it called […]

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26 h. ago Asad, Bismal, Muaz claim titles at PLTA Independence Day Junior Tennis Championship

LAHORE: Rising stars Asad Zaman and Bismal Zia of Ali Embroidery Mills, along with Muhammad Muaz and Muhammad Ayan of Fatima Group, won titles at the PLTA Independence Day Punjab Junior Tennis Championship 2025 that concluded at the Punjab Tennis Academy, Bagh-e-Jinnah, Lahore. In the boys’ U-18 singles final, Asad Zaman showcased his talent and […]

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26 h. ago PMYP–Lahore Qalandars talent hunt cricket trials draw record turnout in Lahore

Over 18,000 boys and girls participate in two-day open trials, showcasing Lahore’s unmatched cricket passion LAHORE: The Prime Minister’s Youth Programme (PMYP), in collaboration with Lahore Qalandars, witnessed a historic turnout at the open cricket trials held in Lahore, with more than 18,000 aspiring cricketers, both male and female, showcasing their talent over two days. […]

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26 h. ago Prince Andrew confirms rift with Kate Middleton as tensions grow within the royal family

The royal family faces growing internal tensions as Prince Andrew, Duke of York, has confirmed rumors of a deteriorating relationship with Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales. This revelation has sparked a wave of controversy, shedding light on the deepening rift between family members that extends far beyond public appearances. While many details remain private, it […]

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27 h. ago Special Traffic Plan issued for 14 August by Motorway Police; full details here

RAWALPINDI – Motorway Police issued special traffic plan ahead of 14th August Independence Day and celebrations to mark Marka-e-Haq. Motorway police

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30 h. ago Four Holidays announced from August 14 in Punjab; Check Notification

LAHORE – The government of Punjab announced local holiday in provincial capital Lahore on August 15, 2025 Friday, in observance

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36 h. ago CM Maryam vows equal rights to minorities Takes notice of torture, murder of young maid

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has said that Quaid-e-Azam’s Pakistan belongs to all its citizens, where people of every

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36 h. ago May 9 cases: SC issues notices to Punjab govt on eight bail appeals of Imran Khan

ISLAMABAD –  The Supreme Court on Tuesday issued notices to the Punjab government on eight appeals filed by PTI founder

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38 h. ago Do you know the number of consumers using below 200 electricity units/month?

ISLAMABAD – Federal Minister for Energy Owais Leghari said both protected and non-protected electricity consumers have witnessed a significant relief

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46 h. ago Pakistan gets offers in 100,000 metric tons white sugar tender

The lowest price offered in the international tender from Pakistan to buy 100,000 metric tons of sugar on Monday was believed to be $539 a metric ton cost and freight included (c&f), European traders said in initial assessments. Offers in the tender from the state trading agency Trading Corporation of Pakistan (TCP) are still being […]

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49 h. ago Pakistan welcomes international court ruling on Indus Waters Treaty

The federal government has welcomed the ruling by the Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) in The Hague, which upheld Pakistan’s position on the interpretation of the Indus Waters Treaty. The court ruled that India must generally allow the unrestricted flow of water from the western rivers to Pakistan. According to details, the PCA released its […]

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49 h. ago New Hospital Timings announced in Punjab to streamline healthcare services

LAHORE – Authorities in Punjab announced new timings for government hospitals as major cities witness an influx of patients in

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