8 h. ago Khyber Pakhtunkhwa increases fines for traffic violations under new measures

PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has introduced significant increases in traffic fines as part of the 2025-26 Finance Bill. The new regulations target a variety of traffic offenses, with a focus on three-wheelers and underage drivers. For the first time, three-wheeled vehicles such as rickshaws and loaders have their own dedicated category in the budget, […]

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10 h. ago National Tariff Policy aims to eliminate RDs, ACDs in 5 years, draft shows

The federal government has unveiled the draft for the National Tariff Policy (NTP) 2025–30 at the Regulatory Reforms Conference on Wednesday. The conference, organised by the Board of Investment (BoI), aimed at advancing regulatory simplification and industrial competitiveness, bringing together federal ministers, diplomats, and private sector representatives for a strategic dialogue on Pakistan’s economic direction. […]

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13 h. ago Khawarij target pipeline supplying gas to Punjab in Lakki Marwat: police

LAKKI MARWAT: In a major act of sabotage, terrorists of Fitna al-Khawarij targeted a key pipeline supplying gas from Bettani Gas Field in Lakki Marwat to Punjab, using explosives to destroy a main section of the line, the police confirmed on Wednesday. “Khawarij terrorists blew up a gas pipeline in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Lakki Marwat district […]

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14 h. ago CM Maryam vows to transform major Punjab cities into global IT hubs

Punjab CM reviews progress on Nawaz Sharif IT City Project, stresses effective, swift steps for early completion of project LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz on Wednesday presided over a special meeting in which progress on the Nawaz Sharif IT City (NSIT) project was reviewed. On the occasion, Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz vowed to transform […]

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17 h. ago Survey: 60% of Americans reject military action against Iran

A new YouGov/The Economist poll, conducted between June 13 and 16, 2025, reveals that 60% of Americans oppose military involvement in Iran. Only 16% believe the U.S. should take military action. The survey reflects growing public dissatisfaction with aggressive foreign policy and a clear preference for peaceful resolutions. The report shows that 56% of Americans […]

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18 h. ago Over 140,000 homes near completion under ‘apni chhat apna ghar’ scheme, say Punjab Ministers

LAHORE – Punjab’s flagship housing initiative, Apni Chhat Apna Ghar, is making swift progress as over 140,000 homes are nearing completion, according to provincial ministers. The announcement came during a joint press conference by Punjab Information Minister Azma Bokhari and Housing Minister Bilal Yasin. Azma Bokhari praised the program’s rapid advancement, noting that 40,000 houses […]

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18 h. ago Punjab earmarks Rs5 billion for upcoming local body elections

LAHORE – The Punjab government has officially allocated Rs5 billion in its 2025–26 budget to conduct long-awaited local body elections, aiming to restore grassroots democracy across the province. According to official sources, the allocated funds will cover all necessary arrangements for the electoral process, which is expected to take place during the upcoming fiscal year. […]

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23 h. ago Trump faces toughest decision yet: will the U.S. join Israel in striking Iran?

President Donald Trump is at a critical crossroads as he considers whether the United States should join Israel’s military strikes against Iran. After rushing back from the G7 summit in Canada, Trump hinted at possible U.S. intervention, stating that America could target Iran’s supreme leader — but “not for now.” This moment may define his […]

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37 h. ago Punjab Food Authority penalises food units for hygiene violations

MULTAN: The Punjab Food Authority (PFA) carried out inspections across Multan, Vehari, and Khanewal districts, targeting dairy shops, sweet and bakery production units, departmental stores, and other outlets to ensure compliance with hygiene and safety standards. As a result, six food units were shut down until improvements were made. The authorities confiscated a variety of […]

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37 h. ago 4,650 harassment cases addressed in four years, says Punjab Ombudsperson

MULTAN: Punjab Ombudsperson for Women, Nabila Hakim Ali, revealed that her office has handled 4,650 harassment complaints during her four-year tenure. Of these, only 50 cases are still under investigation, while the remaining have been resolved. Speaking at the National Civil Society Convention 2025 at the University Law College in Multan, she expressed satisfaction with […]

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38 h. ago Trump warns Iran to surrender, says Khamenei is a ‘visible target’

U.S. President Donald Trump has urged Iran to surrender unconditionally amid growing military tensions. In a fiery post on his Truth Social platform, Trump said the U.S. knows exactly where Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei is hiding. He called Khamenei “an easy target,” but stated that the U.S. is not planning to eliminate him—for now. […]

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39 h. ago Punjab budget reveals major increases for CM office, governor house, and ministers’ offices

Punjab’s new budget shows significant increases in spending for top government offices. Documents reveal a major rise in funds for the Chief Minister’s Office, Governor House, and provincial ministers. The budget was presented in the Punjab Assembly just a day ago. According to official records, the Chief Minister’s Office budget has increased by Rs. 230 […]

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39 h. ago Shehbaz Sharif sets 2028 target for connecting Reko Diq project to national railway network

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday directed relevant authorities to link the Reko Diq copper and gold project in Balochistan with Pakistan Railway’s network by 2028 to support future transportation and cargo services. During a meeting chaired by PM Shehbaz on Tuesday, the prime minister ordered the creation of an inter-ministerial committee to handle […]

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42 h. ago Maryam Nawaz undergoes MRI scan at Mayo hospital for shoulder pain

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz visited Lahore’s Mayo Hospital on Tuesday after experiencing pain in her right shoulder, hospital sources confirmed. She was accompanied by Senior Provincial Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb during the visit. According to medical officials, the chief minister underwent an MRI scan to investigate possible causes behind her discomfort. Doctors suspected symptoms of […]

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42 h. ago Israeli man arrested for posting Iranian flag and salute emoji on social media

TEL AVIV – Israeli police arrested a man from the Arab town of Kafr Kanna after he posted an image of the Iranian flag and a salute emoji on social media, alongside a controversial Turkish rap song. Authorities are now preparing to file charges against him in the coming days. According to the Times of […]

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43 h. ago Doctor who supplied Ketamine to Matthew Perry agrees to plead guilty

LOS ANGELES – A California doctor accused of supplying ketamine to actor Matthew Perry in the weeks before his tragic death has agreed to plead guilty, according to court documents filed Monday. Dr. Salvador Plasencia will plead guilty to four counts of illegal ketamine distribution, while federal prosecutors have agreed to drop several other charges, […]

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43 h. ago Cement Prices to rise after 6% Royalty ruling by Lahore High Court; Check New Rates

LAHORE – The cost of construction in Punjab is expected to climb after a key court ruling that imposed 6percenty

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45 h. ago KP adviser slams ‘petrol bomb’ in federal budget, calls it anti

PESHAWAR – Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Adviser on Information, Barrister Muhammad Ali Saif, on Tuesday sharply criticized the federal and Punjab governments for raising petroleum prices ahead of the new fiscal year. He claimed the increase would trigger a fresh wave of inflation, burdening the public even before the financial year begins. Saif strongly condemned the federal […]

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45 h. ago China bans civil servants from dining out in groups amid Xi’s anti

In a strict new move, some Chinese civil servants have been banned from dining in groups larger than three. This comes after three officials died since April due to excessive drinking at official banquets, sparking renewed efforts to enforce President Xi Jinping’s austerity and anti-corruption policies. The updated rules, released in May, target Communist Party […]

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46 h. ago Nawaz Sharif says Pakistan back on track with economic progress

LONDON – Pakistan Muslim League-N (PML-N) leader Nawaz Sharif has said that Pakistan’s economy is once again moving in the right direction, with clear signs of recovery and development. While addressing the media in London, Nawaz praised the efforts of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, stating that both leaders are […]

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