3 h. ago Increase in pension of government’s retired employees notified from July 2025

ISLAMABAD – The federal government has notified a 7 percent increase in pensions for its retired employees. The Ministry of

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11 h. ago Punjab to ban sale and begin sterilization of privately owned big cats

In a landmark move aimed at controlling the population of dangerous wild animals in private possession, the Punjab government has announced that it will enforce the sterilisation of lions, tigers, leopards, and other big cats. A ban on the commercial sale and purchase of these species will also be introduced as part of a phased […]

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19 h. ago Punjab cracks down on private big cat ownership with sterilisation and trade ban

In a bold move to control the private ownership of dangerous wildlife, the Punjab government has announced a complete ban on the sale of big cats and will soon begin sterilising lions, tigers, and leopards. This decision is part of a wider, phased regulatory campaign aimed at improving public safety and ensuring responsible animal care. […]

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65 h. ago Punjab MPAs suspension: PTI to mobilise public against illegal, undemocratic move

LAHORE: As a fresh political storm brews in Punjab, PTI on Friday announced that it will challenge the suspension of 26 of its MPAs from the Punjab Assembly through legal channels and public mobilisation. The opposition party decried the speaker’s “unconstitutional and partisan” conduct, asserting it was left with no choice but to escalate both […]

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4 d. ago Punjab ministers to receive full pay during leave after new bill passed

LAHORE – After a major salary hike earlier this year, the Punjab Assembly has now approved a bill granting full salary as leave allowance to provincial ministers, the Speaker, and the Deputy Speaker. The Punjab Public Representatives Laws (Amendment) Bill 2025 was passed during a recent assembly session. It introduces key changes to the Punjab […]

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7 d. ago 9th Class Results 2025 – BISE Lahore, Punjab Boards to announce results on THIS Date

LAHORE – Wait is almost over for Class 9 students across Punjab who can finally mark their calendars as Boards

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9 d. ago Punjab assembly speaker to send reference against 26 suspended PTI lawmakers

LAHORE – Punjab Assembly Speaker Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan announced on Saturday that a formal reference against 26 suspended PTI lawmakers will be sent to the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP). The decision follows disruptive scenes in the assembly, where members resorted to loud sloganeering and tore official documents. The PTI MPAs have already been […]

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1 week ago CM announces ‘Apni Zamin, Apni Ghar Program’ for 19 districts

Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif made important announcements and also explained the performance in her marathon address during the concluding budget session in the Punjab Assembly. She announced the launch of Apni Zamin, Apni Ghar Programme in 19 districts across Punjab. She announced to build 2400 model villages in Punjab. She announced to construct […]

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1 week ago Punjab excise department stays open daily until june 30 to boost revenue collection

LAHORE — The Punjab Excise, Taxation, and Narcotics Control Department has announced extended working hours and special arrangements to meet its revenue recovery targets before the fiscal year ends. All field offices will remain open daily, including Sunday, June 29, and operations will continue until midnight on June 30, 2025. Director General M Umar Sher […]

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1 week ago Punjab Extends Vehicle Emission Testing Deadline Due To Overwhelming Response

The Punjab Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced an extension of the vehicle emission testing deadline to August 31, allowing motorists more time to comply with environmental regulations. Originally set for June 30, the deadline was extended due to high demand at testing centers, as explained by Imran Hamid Sheikh, Director General of the EPA […]

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1 week ago PDMA warns of heavy monsoon rains; alerts issued across Punjab

LAHORE  – The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Punjab has announced the arrival of the first spell of monsoon rains, which will continue until July 1. Heavy rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds are expected in most districts, raising concerns about flooding and landslides. Early morning downpours hit Islamabad and nearby Rawalpindi, causing water to accumulate […]

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2 w. ago Senate committee recommends 50% salary hike, 20% pension increase

The Senate Standing Committee on Finance has made important budget recommendations. They suggest increasing government employees’ pensions by 20 percent, much higher than the previous 7 percent proposal. In addition, they want to raise salaries by 50 percent instead of just 10 percent. These changes aim to help workers face rising living costs. Moreover, the […]

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2 w. ago Punjab govt hikes agricultural income tax, targets Rs10.5 billion revenue

The Punjab government has announced a significant increase in taxes on agricultural income as part of its budgetary measures for the new fiscal year. The government has set a tax revenue target of Rs 10.5 billion from agricultural income, marking a sharp rise of 200% compared to the previous fiscal year’s collection. According to the […]

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2 w. ago Punjab to roll out 600 electric buses with 2,000 EV charging stations

The Punjab government has announced a major plan to modernize public transport by launching 2,000 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations across the province. This initiative aims to promote eco-friendly transport and reduce pollution. The first phase includes introducing 600 electric buses to improve travel comfort and sustainability for citizens. Chief Secretary Zahid Akhtar Zaman chaired […]

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2 w. ago Punjab budget envisions 100 Sahulat Bazaars under Rs10b CM’s Special Initiative

Construction of 13 Sahulat Bazaars already underway, expected to be completed at a cost Rs3.4b by August 2025 LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has announced the establishment of 100 new Sahulat Bazaars across the province—a historic intervention to combat inflation, restore price stability, and provide year-round relief to the public at large. According to […]

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2 w. ago CM Maryam launches 100 Sahulat Bazaars across Punjab in Rs10bn bid to curb inflation

LAHORE – Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has announced the establishment of 100 new Sahulat Bazaars across the province

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2 w. 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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2 w. ago Balochistan Budget 2025: 10% Salary increase, 7% Pension raise approved

QUETTA – Balochistan government on Tuesday unveiled the Budget for fiscal year 2025-26, announcing major relief for government employees and

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3 w. ago Punjab announces 10% salary hike, 5% pension increase in ‘people

LAHORE – The Punjab government has announced a 10% increase in salaries and a 5% rise in pensions for government employees under the 2025–26 provincial budget, which officials describe as “people-friendly” and focused on development. Punjab Finance Minister Mujtaba Shuja ur Rehman shared the details during his budget speech at the Punjab Assembly on Monday. […]

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3 w. ago New Minimum Wage set at Rs40000 per month in Punjab Budget 2025

LAHORE – Punjab government on Monday announced a new minimum monthly wage of Rs40,000 for workers across the region, effective

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