57 h. ago Punjab bans mobile phones for hospital staff, mandates pager use

LAHORE – The Punjab government has officially banned mobile phone use by hospital staff below BPS-18 during duty hours in all public sector hospitals. The move aims to boost emergency response and enhance patient care across the province’s healthcare facilities. According to two circulars issued by the Specialised Healthcare and Medical Education Department on July […]

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59 h. ago Trump, Netanyahu meet amid Gaza ceasefire push and Iran talks

Former U.S. President Donald Trump hosted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House on Monday as Israel and Hamas continued indirect ceasefire negotiations in Doha, Qatar. The leaders held a private dinner with top advisers in the White House Blue Room, skipping the traditional Oval Office meeting. Trump expressed optimism, saying a breakthrough […]

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5 d. ago Nadra juvenile ID card for children aged below 18 years – Fee Update 2025

LAHORE – The Juvenile Card, a chip-based identity document, is issued by the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA)to children

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7 d. ago Princess Kate Breaks Royal Tradition With Candid Update On Cancer Treatment

On July 2, Princess Kate surprised the public with an unexpected appearance at Colchester Hospital in Essex, where she planted roses named after her in the facility’s wellbeing garden. During her visit, she shared heartfelt and candid remarks about the challenges cancer patients face after treatment, providing a rare glimpse into her personal experience. Though […]

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1 week ago Sehat card confusion deepens as Punjab ends services in government hospitals

The Punjab government has ended Sehat Card services in all public hospitals from June 30, 2025. A notification from the Punjab Health Initiative Management Committee (PHIMC) confirmed this move. However, the programme will continue in private hospitals partnered with the scheme. This decision has caused public confusion and raised concerns among healthcare experts. According to […]

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1 week ago Punjab agriculture officials inspect cotton fields to boost crop health

MULTAN – Senior officials from the Punjab Agriculture Department recently visited key cotton-growing regions to inspect crop conditions and provide timely technical support to farmers. The goal was to ensure a healthy yield during the ongoing season. Additional Secretary Task Force Muhammad Shabbir Ahmed Khan visited Multan and Vehari, while DG Agriculture Extension Punjab, Ch. […]

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1 week ago Punjab ends Universal Health Insurance at public hospitals from July 01

LAHORE – The Punjab government has ended the provision of free healthcare facilities under the Universal Health Insurance Program at

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1 week ago Punjab ends health card use in Lahore public hospitals, Private use continues with 50% co

LAHORE – The Punjab government has officially ended the use of health cards in Lahore’s public hospitals, according to a notification issued by the Chief Executive Officer of Lahore’s health department. The notice directed all medical superintendents to submit outstanding payment details by June 30, as State Life Insurance will not clear any dues after […]

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3 w. ago Punjab allocates Rs79.5 billion for free medicines in budget 2025

LAHORE – Punjab has allocated a record Rs630.5 billion for the health sector in the budget for the fiscal year

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3 w. ago Israel strikes hospital and fire station in Iran, claims one

Israel intensified its airstrikes in Iran on Monday, targeting public infrastructure including a hospital and a fire station. According to Iranian media, a hospital in Kermanshah suffered major damage after nearby Israeli strikes hit a local workshop. Videos released by Iranian news agency Fars showed broken glass, collapsed ceilings, and extensive destruction inside patient rooms […]

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3 w. ago Rs5.3 Trillion Punjab Budget 2025 unveiled with major allocations for Development, Youth, and Health

LAHORE – Punjab Finance Minister Mian Mujtaba Shujaur Rehman unveiled a record-breaking Rs5.3 trillion budget for the fiscal year 2025-26,

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last month Scorching heatwave grips Punjab until june 12, authorities warn of severe health risks

Punjab is currently facing a severe heatwave, which is expected to last until at least June 12, according to the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA). Temperatures in many cities are 4 to 7°C above normal, creating dangerous conditions for residents. The city of Sargodha recorded the highest temperature on Monday, hitting a scorching 47°C. Major […]

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