3 d. ago Special wards to be set up for Sikh pilgrims in Lahore, Faisalabad hospitals

Punjab Health Minister and Chairman Cabinet Committee on Law and Order Khawaja Salman Rafique has announced that special wards will be established in hospitals in Lahore and Faisalabad to facilitate Sikh pilgrims arriving for the birthday celebrations of Baba Guru Nanak Dev Ji. He made this announcement while chairing a joint meeting with Punjab Minister […]

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1 week ago Cabinet body on law reviews steps taken to evacuate illegal Afghans

Punjab Health Minister and Chairman Cabinet Committee on Law and Order Khawaja Salman Rafique has said that elements promoting extremism on social media are being dealt with an iron hand. He expressed these views while chairing the 39th meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Law and Order held at the Punjab Home Department on Friday. […]

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1 week ago Interior ministry notifies ban on TLP following federal cabinet’s approval

Notification issued under Section 11B of Anti-Terrorism Act, 1997, states it has ‘reasonable grounds’ to link TLP with terrorism Party included in list of banned outfits after Cabinet, chaired by PM Shehbaz, unanimously approved summary Punjab govt proposed ban after violent nationwide demonstrations, accusing party of reneging on 2021 pledge to abandon violent tactics ISLAMABAD: […]

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1 week ago Cabinet greenlights ban on TLP under ATA on Punjab’s recommendation

Federal Cabinet chaired by PM Shehbaz Sharif approves Interior Ministry’s summary following Punjab’s request Summary accused TLP of repeated violence, attacks on police, and property damage Adviser to PM Sanaullah claims ban not political, aimed at ‘purging it of anti-state and terrorist elements’ Azma Bokhari reveals 3,800 financiers linked to TLP identified and funding channels […]

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2 w. ago Punjab takes bold step: TLP banned over violent Gaza protests

The Punjab Cabinet has officially approved a ban on Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) following a series of violent protests. Punjab Information Minister Azma Bokhari made the announcement during a press conference in Lahore. She confirmed that a summary recommending the ban has been sent to the federal government for final approval. Bokhari stressed that while religious […]

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3 w. ago Rana Muhammad Iqbal and Mansha Ullah Butt to join Punjab cabinet

LAHORE: The Punjab government has approved a fresh expansion of the provincial cabinet, paving the way for former Punjab Assembly Speaker Rana Muhammad Iqbal and senior PML-N leader Mansha Ullah Butt to take oath as ministers today. The ceremony is scheduled for 4pm at the Governor House in Lahore, where the new ministers will be […]

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4 w. ago Disbursement of flood relief fund in Punjab begins from October 17

Punjab chief minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif chaired 29th meeting of the Punjab Cabinet with a 171-point agenda. The provincial cabinet lauded the largest rescue, relief and evacuation operation in Punjab’s history, along with the biggest financial assistance program for flood victims. The cabinet approved disbursement of relief funds to flood-affected families starting from October 17 […]

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4 w. ago We respect allies, but response will match the rhetoric, says Azma

Punjab Minister for Information and Culture Azma Bokhari has said that defending Punjab’s rights and presenting its case is their responsibility – and they will fulfil this duty. She clarified that while the government respects all allied parties, the response will mirror the tone of their statements. Azma Bokhari announced that the Punjab Cabinet has […]

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4 w. ago Punjab cabinet approves disbursement of relief funds to flood

CM Maryam Nawaz Sharif Chairs 29th Provincial Cabinet Meeting LAHORE: Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif chaired 29th meeting of the Punjab Cabinet with a 171-point agenda. The provincial cabinet lauded the largest rescue, relief and evacuation operation in Punjab’s history, along with the biggest financial assistance program for flood victims. The cabinet approved disbursement of […]

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4 w. ago Maryam Nawaz leads historic flood aid package and welfare boost

The Punjab cabinet, led by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, approved a historic relief package for flood victims across the province. The government promised millions in financial aid, tax waivers, and welfare programs to help affected families, farmers, and communities. The cabinet finalized a 171-point agenda focusing on recovery and support for those impacted by the […]

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