Punjab

LAHORE: The Punjab Home Department announced the suspension of mobile phone services in 21 districts across the province on the 9th and 10th of Muharram. This decision, aims to ensure security during the religious observance. The suspension will impact several key areas, including Bahawalnagar, Bahawalpur, Muzaffargarh, DG Khan, Rahim Yar...

The Punjab government led by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has approved the "Roshan Gharana" program in order to provide sustainable and cheap electricity to consumers. This initiative will supply solar panels to millions of citizens who consume between 50 and 500 units of electricity. Punjab Govt to Launch "Roshan Gharana"...

Pakistan Railways has announced a special summer vacation train service running from Karachi to Rawalpindi. This service will start on July 5 and continue until July 30. Pakistan Railways Launches Special Summer Train Service The summer vacation train will leave Karachi at 8:45 pm, reach Lahore by 3:40 pm the...

The Pakistan Meteorological Department's (PMD) latest weather update predicts rain and thunderstorms in Lahore and other parts of Punjab on Saturday. Weather Update for Lahore and Parts of Punjab on Saturday According to the PMD, a low-pressure system is present over the north Arabian Sea and the nearby southeast region...

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has announced that the distribution of electric bikes (e-bikes) to students will start on July 10 under the Punjab Bike Scheme. Punjab CM Announces Date for E-Bike Distribution Among Students Maryam Nawaz also revealed the revival of the Punjab Laptop Scheme, saying that Rs. 10...

The Punjab Assembly has passed the new budget for 2024-25, which brings a major hike to vehicle registration fees starting July 1, 2024. For scooters and motorbikes, the registration fee will now be Rs. 1,500. This change is aimed at making the registration process easier and ensuring a fair cost...

The Punjab government has approved the Finance Bill 2024–25, which includes significant increases in court fees and stamp duties. These changes are part of an effort to generate an additional Rs 4.2 billion annually. Punjab Govt Increases Court Fees and Stamp Duties With New Budget Changes in Stamp Duties The...

The driving license fee in Punjab will remain unchanged with the start of the new Fiscal Year (2024–25). Punjab Driving License Fee From July 1 It is pertinent to mention that the Punjab government had already increased the driving license fee earlier this year after it started a crackdown on...

Residents in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and Lahore are experiencing low gas pressure, causing inconvenience for many. People in these cities have reported that their gas supply is weaker than usual, making it hard to cook at their homes. Residents Facing Low Gas Pressure in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and Lahore Reports have been...

Lahore has introduced an electronic challan (e-challan) system to curb traffic violations. This new system will send fines directly to the homes of drivers who break rules such as lane violations, stopping over the line, and ignoring zebra crossings. Lahore Implements New E-Challan System for Traffic Violations This initiative was...

The Punjab government declared that Saturdays will now be holidays for school students. This decision is part of a new policy introduced by Punjab Education Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat. Punjab Government Announces Saturday Holiday for School Students Minister Hayat explained that this change aims to reduce the workload on teachers...

The Punjab government has announced plans to start manufacturing Chromebooks and launch the Digital Schools (DS) on Wheels project. Punjab to Launch Chromebook Manufacturing and Digital Schools on Wheels Project This initiative comes as international organizations, including Allied and Google for Education, have agreed to collaborate. The decision was made...