3 h. ago Exporters urge policy support to capitalise on US tariff cut

Pakistan’s exporters are set to gain a competitive edge in the US market after the government successfully negotiated to get reciprocal tariff reduced from 29% to 19%, the lowest in the region providing Pakistan an opportunity to boost exports to the United States. The breakthrough was discussed in a meeting on ‘US Reciprocal Tariffs’ chaired […]

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8 h. ago Ishaq Dar meets U.S. counterterrorism official to strengthen ties

Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Ishaq Dar, met with the U.S. Acting Coordinator for Counterterrorism. The meeting took place recently at the Foreign Office. Gregory D. Loeffler, the U.S. official, briefed Dar on the ongoing Pakistan-U.S. Counterterrorism Dialogue. This dialogue aims to boost cooperation and improve security between the two countries. Both leaders […]

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8 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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12 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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17 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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18 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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31 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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36 h. ago UHS collaborates with Riyadh’s King Saud University in pharmacy education

LAHORE – Punjab’s Acting Governor and Speaker of the Provincial Assembly, Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan, has called for legislation to

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36 h. ago Punjab breaks free from Rs675 Billion Debt Shackles in new era of Welfare Growth

LAHORE – Punjab government officially declared province debt-free for first time in over three decades. A staggering Rs675 billion borrowed

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38 h. ago Monsoon rains to hit Punjab from August 13; flood advisory issued

Monsoon rains will return to Punjab on August 13, triggering the seventh spell of heavy rainfall this season. In response, the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has issued a flood advisory. Authorities expect rising water levels in major rivers across the province. The advisory highlights the risk of flooding in low-lying areas and riverbanks. Residents […]

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38 h. ago ADB approves $8.32 million to boost Punjab irrigation system

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved $8.32 million in financing to help Punjab improve its irrigation infrastructure and increase water availability for farming. This funding will prepare key projects for smoother implementation and quicker fund disbursement. The money will support five priority projects identified by Punjab’s government in 2019, focusing on upgrading irrigation systems. […]

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41 h. ago Shafqat Ali Khan named Pakistan’s ambassador to UAE, Faisal Tirmizi heads to Russia

ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has approved the appointment of two new Pakistani ambassadors. The decision was made following

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41 h. ago Pakistan appoints maritime law consultant for new gulf ferry service

Pakistan’s Ministry of Maritime Affairs has approved the first ferry service license for Sea Keepers International, a UK-based ferry operator. The service will connect Pakistan with Iran and Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. On August 5, Sea Keepers International officially received permission to start operating ferry routes. This new service is expected to boost trade, […]

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41 h. ago Spain and eight European nations condemn Israel’s Gaza occupation plan

Spain and eight European countries strongly condemned Israel’s plan to occupy Gaza City on Sunday. They warned that this move could cause many civilian deaths and force nearly one million Palestinians to leave their homes. Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s security cabinet has already approved a large-scale operation to take control of Gaza City. This […]

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53 h. ago Punjab Forest dept starts using hydroseeding technology for barren lands

In a bid to combat climate change induced environmental degradation and land erosion, Punjab’s Forest Department has begun using hydroseeding technology to bring barren lands under vegetative cover. According to a press release issued here on Sunday, Punjab Forest department Chief Conservator Abid Gobdal said, “We have successfully implemented hydroseeding over several acres in Jallo […]

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55 h. ago Punjab witnesses 1,284 road traffic accidents in 24 hours, 16 fatalities reported

LAHORE: The Emergency Services Department (ESD) responded to 1284 road traffic crashes (RTCs) across all 37 districts of Punjab in the last 24 hours, leading to 16 fatalities and 1496 injuries. Among the injured, 639 individuals with serious injuries were transported to hospitals, while 857 others with minor injuries received on-site treatment from Rescue Medical […]

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59 h. ago Pakistan’s donkey population hits record 4.9 million in 2024

According to the Agricultural Census Report 2024, Pakistan’s donkey population has climbed to a record 4.9 million, showing a steady increase compared to previous years, reported 24NewsHD TV Channel. Punjab leads by a wide margin, with over 2.4 million donkeys, accounting for almost half of the country’s total. Sindh ranks second with 1.081 million donkeys, […]

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2 d. ago Flood alert issued for River Sutlej amid rising water levels

The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Punjab issued a flood alert for the River Sutlej and its adjoining streams, warning of a possible rise in water levels due to upcoming monsoon rains. According to a PDMA spokesperson, water levels in the River Sutlej may increase starting from August 13, as fresh monsoon activity is expected […]

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2 d. ago Pakistan envoy visits Gansu to boost cooperation in agriculture sector

Pakistan’s Ambassador to China, Khalil Hashmi, held a productive visit to Gansu Province aimed at deepening bilateral cooperation in agriculture, education, and cultural exchange, China Economic Net reported on Saturday. During his three-day tour, the Ambassador met with senior provincial leaders, including Hu Changsheng, CPC Secretary of Gansu, to discuss strengthening government-to-government, business-to-business, and people-to-people […]

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4 d. ago Two terrorists killed planning attack on police in Mianwali IBO: CTD

Explosive materials, two rifles, hand grenades and bullets also recovered during Kundian operation MIANWALI/LAHORE: The Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) on Friday claimed to have killed two terrorists planning attack on the police in Mianwali, according to the CTD. In a statement issued after the operation on Friday, the Punjab CTD said, “Two terrorists were killed during […]

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