8 h. ago Being refugee isn’t a crime, says Punjab CM on World Refugee Day

Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif in her message on the World Refugee Day said, “Being a refugee is not a crime, it is a cruel compulsion. No one becomes a refugee of one’s own desire. One has to leave one’s home, one’s soil to save one’s life.” She highlighted, “Wars come to an end, […]

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12 h. ago Women can now Choose father’s or husband’s name on CNIC: NADRA

ISLAMABAD: NADRA has introduced a major change allowing married women to choose whether to list their father’s or husband’s name on their Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC). This step aims to give women more control and flexibility over their identity documentation. The decision comes after the Interior Minister’s instructions, with formal approval from the federal […]

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12 h. ago Punjab Police rescues one hostage, operation underway for other in RY Khan Katcha area

451 combing operations conducted during the past 24 hours, 100 suspects taken into custody: Spokesperson LAHORE/RAHIM YAR KHAN: Punjab Police Rahim Yar Khan conducted an operation in the Katcha area and safely rescued one abductee who had been kidnapped yesterday. Sharing details of the operation, a spokesperson for the Punjab Police stated that two employees […]

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12 h. ago WAPDA chairman Lt Gen (R) Sajjad Ghani resigns citing personal reasons

Lt Gen (Retired) Sajjad Ghani has resigned from his position as Chairman of the Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA). He stepped down citing personal reasons, according to official sources. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif acknowledged his services and praised his leadership during a critical time in the energy sector. The Prime Minister has forwarded the […]

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13 h. ago Water Meter Connections coming to Lahore to manage supply, demand

LAHORE – Punjab capital Lahore to be equipped with Water Meters under new plan, Water and Sewerage Authority WASA confirmed

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13 h. ago SBP injects record Rs14.3 trillion to ease cash shortage in banks

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has injected a record Rs14.3 trillion into commercial and Islamic banks for seven days. This move comes after a major cash withdrawal during Eid-ul-Adha and delays in expected foreign inflows. The central bank conducted the injection through its regular open market operation (OMO). The amount equals almost 44% of […]

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13 h. ago CM Maryam urges world to recognize and protect refugee rights

In a message on World Refugee Day, Punjab CM says being a refugee is not a crime LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz on Friday declared that being a refugee is not a crime, rather a cruel compulsion, urging the world to recognize and protect refugee rights. “No one chooses becoming a refugee rather it […]

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14 h. ago Govt secures Rs1.275 trillion Islamic loan to ease power sector debt

The Government of Pakistan has signed a major financial deal worth Rs1.275 trillion ($4.5 billion) with 18 commercial banks to reduce the country’s mounting power sector debt. The financing, based on Islamic principles, comes at a critical time when the sector is weighed down by unpaid bills, subsidies, and liquidity shortages. These issues have not […]

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14 h. ago Suspect arrested as another child pornography case surfaces in Punjab’s Muzaffargarh

MUZAFFARGARH: A suspect was arrested in another child pornography case in Punjab’s Muzaffargarh, police said on Friday. This comes just weeks after the government dismantled an international child exploitation network operating out of a so-called gaming club in the region. The latest case involves the sexual abuse and filming of several children in Sardarabad village, […]

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15 h. ago WAPDA Chairman Lt. Gen. (r) Sajjad Ghani resigns after nearly 3 Years in Office

ISLAMABAD – Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) Chairman Lieutenant General (Retired) Sajjad Ghani, has stepped down from his post,

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16 h. ago Lahore, Punjab weather: Intermittent rains likely during weekend

LAHORE – Intermittent rains and windstorms are likely in Lahore and parts of Punjab on Friday night and during the

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17 h. ago PIA brings back 121 nationals stranded in Iran amid airspace closure

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has successfully repatriated 121 Pakistani nationals stranded in Iran through a special flight operated from Baku, Azerbaijan. The flight PK-7160 landed in Lahore at 3:40 PM on Friday, marking the conclusion of a carefully coordinated evacuation operation prompted by the closure of Iranian airspace. Due to the suspension of direct air […]

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20 h. ago U.S. attack on Iran would expose China’s limited power in region, says NYT

A recent New York Times article argues that a U.S. military strike on Iran would highlight China’s limited power in the Middle East. Despite China’s growing global influence, it is unlikely to provide military support to Iran if such a conflict breaks out. According to the report, China may supply Iran with defensive equipment and […]

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20 h. ago Melbourne stars confirm Haris Rauf will stay this BBL season

Melbourne Stars have confirmed that Haris Rauf will remain part of their team for the upcoming Big Bash League season. General Manager Max Abbott said Haris is a fan-favorite and plays an important role in the squad. Players respect him and enjoy learning from him. Abbott added that the team rejected a draft pick from […]

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21 h. ago Melbourne Stars unveils reason to select Haris Rauf for upcoming BBL season

MELBOURNE – Melbourne Stars General Manager Max Abbott unveiled that Haris Rauf is a fan-favorite player of the team, which

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21 h. ago LHC orders dual language recording of witness statements for better justice

LAHORE – The Lahore High Court (LHC) has ordered all lower courts in Punjab to record witness statements in both English and Urdu to ensure fair and clear justice delivery. Justice Tariq Nadeem issued the ruling, noting that a 1973 notification had already mandated the use of Urdu in courts. However, despite this long-standing directive, […]

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22 h. ago ‘Love Guru’ beats bollywood’s ‘housefull 5’ in global box office race

Romantic comedy Love Guru has taken the global box office by storm, surpassing the big-budget Bollywood film Housefull 5 in international earnings. Released worldwide on Eid-ul-Adha, the film is winning hearts, especially due to the popular on-screen pairing of Humayun Saeed and Mahira Khan. In Love Guru, Mahira Khan plays a bold, artistic young woman, […]

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22 h. ago Toyota Corolla Altix 1.6 CVT Attitude Black installment plan 2025 unveiled

LAHORE – The all-new Toyota Corolla Altis X 1.6 CVT-i in Attitude Black colour offers a seamless blend of elegance,

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22 h. ago Babar Azam and Shadab Khan set to light up BBL 15, says former Aussie Pacer

Former Australian fast bowler and Sydney Thunder General Manager, Trent Copeland, has praised the inclusion of Pakistan’s Babar Azam and Shadab Khan in the 15th edition of the Big Bash League (BBL). Copeland expressed his excitement in a video shared on BBL’s official social media channels, calling their participation “magic” for the league. Babar Azam, […]

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22 h. ago Privatisation commission advances plans for power firms and Pakistan international airlines

The Privatisation Commission has taken key steps to boost reforms by starting the process to appoint financial advisers for four power distribution companies and two power generation plants. At the same time, it received strong interest from eight parties for managing Pakistan International Airlines Corporation Ltd (PIACL). This move aims to speed up privatisation and […]

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