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The Government of Pakistan, through the Establishment Division, has issued strict guidelines regarding the use of social media platforms by government servants. The Establishment Division issued an office memorandum indicating that existing regulations forbid government employees from interacting with any media outlet without prior official approval. Additionally, civil servants are...

LAHORE: The Punjab government has announced the removal of the mandatory 42-day waiting period for obtaining a motorcycle licenses provide relief to motorcyclists across the province. This decision is set to streamline the licensing process and make it more accessible to citizens. According to details shared by Lahore Chief Traffic...

ISLAMABAD: A fresh spell of monsoon rains is set to begin on September 2 and is expected to continue until September 5, according to the latest advisory issued by the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) on Saturday. The NDMA has issued a warning for potential flooding, including urban flooding in...

The government has decided to reduce petrol and diesel prices in Pakistan for the next fortnight, starting from 1 September 2024 to 15 September 2024. Petrol Price in Pakistan - 1 September 2024 According to the details, the price of petrol has been reduced by Rs. 1.86 per litre, while...

HYDERABAD: The Deputy Commisioner office has issue a notification that all schools and colleges, Public and Private Educational Insitutions shall remain closed on 30th August, 2024. Due to heavy monsoon rains which has continued for more than 3 days (72) hours and over 99mm of rain so far recorded, DC...

The "Apni Chhat Apna Ghar" scheme is a revolutionary housing initiative launched by the Punjab Government to address the state's growing need for affordable housing. As part of the government's broader efforts to ensure "Housing for All," this scheme provides a platform for individuals, particularly low- and middle-income families, to...

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a warning as a deep depression (DD), a very strong low-pressure area, over the Rann of Kutch in India continues to move slowly towards the west-southwest. As of the last 12 hours, the system was located at Latitude 23.7 N and Longitude 69.5...

ISLAMABAD: An earthquake with an estimated magnitude of 4.9 was felt in Islamabad, Peshawar, and surrounding areas earlier today. The tremors were experienced around 11:05 am, causing panic among residents who quickly evacuated buildings and homes. Initial reports indicate that the epicenter was located in a mountainous region, but exact...

LAHORE: Centre for Social Justice (CSJ) organized a Briefing to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the landmark judgment on minorities’ rights (SMC No. 1/2014) authored by former Chief Justice Tassaduq Hussian Jillani. The speakers included; Peter Jacob, Saroop Ijaz Advocate, and Saqib Jillani Advocate, while Naina Samson was the master of...

KARACHI: The Deputy Commissioner of Karachi Central District has officially cancelled the public holiday previously announced for Thursday, 29th August 2024. This decision comes after the latest advisory from the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) and the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA). Initially, a public holiday was declared due to anticipated...

HYDERABAD: In light of the recent alerts issued by the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) and the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Sindh, the Deputy Commissioner of Hyderabad has declared a public holiday on 29th August 2024. This decision has been taken as a precautionary measure due to the ongoing heavy...

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has issued an update regarding the ongoing internet Slowdown disruption across the country. Earlier, PTA had assured that full internet services would be restored by August 28, 2024. However, in a recent development, the authority has announced that the issues causing slow internet speeds...