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Home Department imposes section 144 in Punjab

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LAHORE: The Punjab Home Department has imposed Section 144 in the province ahead of general elections 2024.

The Punjab Home Department has issued a notification of Section 144, according to which there will be a complete ban on carrying weapons under Section 144. The notification states that aerial firing will be banned and action will be taken against violation.

The notification states that violation of the Election Commission of Pakistan’s code of conduct will also fall under Section 144.

According to the notification, there are reports of security threats in the election on February 8, there are possibilities of terrorism and fights between candidates.

Section 144 was enforced by the Punjab government till February 12.

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Punjab Govt extends winter vacations till Jan 9

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Punjab Govt
  • The Punjab government has issued notification.
  • Winter vacation in schools will be continued till Jan 9.
  • The schools across Punjab will now open on January 10.

LAHORE: The School Education Department has extended the winter holidays due to the severity of the weather in Punjab province.

The Punjab government has issued a notification to increase holidays in schools. The notification states that winter vacation in schools will be held till January 9. The notification states that public and private schools across Punjab will now open on January 10.

It is pertinent to mention that the winter vacation commenced in Punjab’s schools on Dec 18 and would continue till the start of next year.

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Punjab Government has Formally Introduced Electric Rickshaws

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Punjab Government has Formally Introduced Electric Rickshaws

The provincial government has partnered with a private company to introduce electric rickshaws in Punjab. Officials hope the electric rickshaws, with their 150km range per charge, will significantly reduce environmental pollution. Pricing and purchasing information for the electric rickshaws are not yet available. To combat environmental pollution in Punjab, the provincial government has partnered with a private … Read more

Lahore Government Announces 1566% Surge in Driving License Fees

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Lahore Government Announces 1566% Surge in Driving License Fees

In a surprising move, the caretaker Punjab government has announced a staggering 1566% increase in driving license fees for cars and motorcycles, drawing widespread criticism and concern among citizens. The Lahore Traffic Police recently issued a statement revealing that the fee for obtaining a driver’s license will surge from the current Rs. 60 to Rs. … Read more

Punjab Govt decides to impose ban on Qingqi rickshaws

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Punjab
  •  Ibrahim Hasan Murad issued 30-day ultimatum to drivers.
  • Crackdown will be done against illegal motorcycle and loader.
  • Rickshaws not approved by department will be banned in big cities.

LAHORE: The Punjab government has decided to impose a ban on unregistered motorcycle rickshaws, better known as Qingqi (Chingchi) rickshaws across the province in phases.

Punjab’s Caretaker Minister for Transport, Ibrahim Hasan Murad has issued a 30-day warning to Qingqi rickshaws. Crackdown will be done against illegal motorcycle and loader rickshaw makers.

He said that rickshaws not approved by the transport department will be banned in big cities first, in the second phase they will be banned in small towns and rural areas.

The provincial minister said that there will be a ban on the manufacturing of Ching Chi rickshaws, along with the registration of rickshaws, and the manufacturing companies will be regularized.

On the other hand, the air pollution in Punjab could not be reduced, Lahore remains the top among the most polluted cities in the world, while Karachi’s air is also polluted.

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Punjab schools to remain closed on Friday , Saturday    

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  • A meeting of Cabinet Committee for Anti-Smog was held.
  • Sources said department has decided to close all schools.
  • Lahore is in first place in list of most polluted cities.

LAHORE:  The Punjab government has decided to keep educational institutions closed on Friday and Saturday in certain districts to prevent smog.

A meeting of the Cabinet Committee for Anti-Smog was held under the chairmanship of caretaker Chief Minister Punjab, in which it was decided to close the markets, gyms, cinemas, theaters, and factories completely on Saturday, while restaurants, take-away and home delivery only were to be closed on Saturday.

Sources said that the department has decided to close all schools, colleges, and universities on Friday, while the proposal to impose a soft smog lockdown is also under consideration to combat smog in Punjab.

Talking to the media after the meeting, Caretaker Chief Minister Punjab Mohsin Naqvi said that he is not in favor of closing the markets at all, the AQI level is higher in the morning and lower in the afternoon, so there is no problem in opening the markets till night.

He said that there are severe effects of smog in six districts, in Lahore including Gujranwala, Faisalabad, Multan, Sahiwal, and Sargodha divisions. The markets will open on Fridays and Saturdays at three o’clock, while all kinds of business will be closed on Sundays. Mall Road will be open for cycling only from morning to 5 pm.

He said that preparation is also going on for artificial rain to reduce smog. He directed citizens to use a mask.

Mohsin Naqvi said that it has been decided to give electric motorcycles to the people on subsidy and it has also been decided to give electric motorcycles to government employees on installments.

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Artificial rain expected in Lahore next month

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  • Artificial rain would not take place on November 28 or 29.
  • Government is still considering it as option to curb smog.
  • Chief Meteorologist said rain will be expected in next month.

LAHORE: The Punjab government is considering artificial rain to eliminate smog in Lahore and preparations are underway for it.

Chief Meteorologist of the Meteorological Department Chaudhry Aslam said artificial rain would not take place on November 28 or 29 while the provincial government is still considering it as an option to curb smog from Lahore.

Chaudhry Aslam said that for artificial rain, a special type of spray is applied on the clouds, after some time after the spray, the artificial rain occurs, the duration of the rain can be 45 minutes or more, and the artificial rain will make a big difference on the smog.

The chief meteorologist said that artificial rain was expected in the next month, in 2001 and 2002 artificial rain occurred in summer and winter with the help of Pakistan Army planes.

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Punjab Govt decides to ensure fast trial of accused of May 9 tragedy

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  • A meeting was held under supervision  of Mohsin Naqvi.
  • CM directed to submit all challans of Lahore within 3-days.
  • It was also decided to ensure implementation of decision trial.

LAHORE: The Punjab government has decided to ensure the implementation of the decision of the trial of the accused of the May 9 tragedy.

Caretaker Chief Minister Punjab Mohsin Naqvi ordered to present all the challans of Lahore within three days on the incidents of May 9 and also directed to complete the construction and restoration of 13 churches burnt in the Jaranwala incident within two weeks.

A meeting was held under the chairmanship of Caretaker Chief Minister Punjab Mohsin Naqvi in ​​which the progress on the issues related to the events of May 9 and Jaranwala was reviewed.

In the meeting, caretaker Chief Minister Punjab directed a team consisting of three ministers and senior officers to visit Jaranwala and submit a report and also ordered to submit all the challans of Lahore within three days on the events of May 9.

In the meeting, it was also decided to ensure the implementation of the decision of daily trial of the accused in jail on May 9.

Meanwhile, while giving a briefing to the caretaker Chief Minister of Punjab, it was told that the construction and renovation of nine churches in Jaranwala has been completed.

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Punjab Government to Soon Align Salaries and Pensions with Federal Standards

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Govt Employees Salaries

PM Sharif and CM Naqvi discussed Punjab employee welfare. Salary equalization and pension protection prioritized. Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif emphasized the significance of ensuring fair and equitable compensation. Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif recently contacted Caretaker Punjab Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi to discuss important issues related to the well-being of Punjab government employees and pensioners. During … Read more

Punjab Govt decides to launch crackdown against cyber-terrorism

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  • Mapping of miscreants started through cyber-patrolling.
  • Govt taken action on 184 threat alerts of banned outfits.
  • PTA blocked 84,447 sites and pages in Punjab province.

LAHORE:  The Punjab government has decided to take strict action against cyber terrorism and terror financing while the security agencies have submitted a report to the Caretaker Chief Minister of Punjab.

According to the details, in view of the incidents of terrorism in Balochistan and other provinces, the Punjab government has decided to take strict action against cyberterrorism and terror financing.

Police say that by increasing cyber patrolling, mapping of miscreants has been started and action has been taken on 184 threat alerts of banned organizations this year.

Cyber-terrorism and financing security agencies have submitted a report to the Caretaker Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi, in which it is stated that 136,500 pages, of sites have been reported to Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) out of which 84,447 sites and pages have been blocked.

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Supreme Court sought response from Punjab government and ECP

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  • Petition was filed by Former provincial minister Muhammad Rizwan.
  • Abid Aziz Sheikh presided over the hearing of a petition.
  • The Lahore High Court has adjourned the hearing to March 2.

In response to the new local government rules, the Supreme Court was reported to have asked for a response from the Punjab government and the Election Commission.

The issue was brought before the Lahore High Court, where Justice Abid Aziz Sheikh presided over the hearing of a petition filed by Former provincial minister Muhammad Rizwan through the mediation of Qazi Mubeen Advocate, in which it was argued that the caretaker government issued a notification on 22 February 2023, restoring the old local government rules of 2013 and appointing new administrators.

The lawyer who took the position of filing the application said that the work of constituencies has been completed under the new local government laws, and once under the law, the appointments and the establishment of local bodies “cannot be suspended.”

Former province minister Muhammad Rizwan, who filed the case, said that “the decision to enact new local government rules was a policy decision made by the elected government”.

“The Caretaker Government cannot suspend or reverse the decision of the elected government, and its actions are a violation of High Court decisions”, he added.

The petitioner’s counsel requested that the court annul the notification suspending the new laws and restoring the old local government system.

The Lahore High Court has adjourned the hearing to March 21 and has requested a re-evaluation of the case.

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PM Shehbaz Sharif guarantees Sethi of his support for PSL 8 security budget

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Shehbaz Shari fsupport for PSL 8

 Najam Sethi is the chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Management Committee. PCB and PSL franchises unanimously decided not to pay Punjab government additional Rs450 million. The revised schedule has been discussed with the franchises. Shehbaz Sharif, the prime minister, promised Najam Sethi, the chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Management Committee, “full … Read more

PTI Jail Bharo Tehreek: Section 144 enforced in Lahore

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Section 144 implemented to combat PTI Jail Bharo Tehreek Heavy police force have been deployed at Mall Road PTI is kicking off its Jail Bharo Tehreek today LAHORE: Punjab government has been all set to combat Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)-led Jail Bharo Tehreek and Section 144 has been implemented across the province in this regard. Sources … Read more

Punjab Govt likely to extend winter vacations

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Punjab Govt likely
  • The winter vacations for schools are likely to be extended.
  • Provincial Govt has already extended winter vacations on court order.
  • Winter vacations in the medical and nursing colleges extended till Jan 8.

LAHORE: The Punjab government is considering extending winter vacations for one more week as intensity of cold increased in the province.

The winter vacations for schools are likely to be extended for one more week January 9 to 15 on the appeal of the parents over cold weather.

It may be noted that the provincial government of Punjab has already extended winter vacations for a week on the orders of the Lahore High Court due to smog.

According to the notification issued by the Specialised Health Department of Punjab, the winter vacations in the medical and nursing colleges of the province have been extended till January 8.

The vacations were supposed to end on January 2. The notification further said that the clinical students working on rotations will continue discharging their duties in the hospitals.

On December 27, the Lahore High Court (LHC) ordered to extend of winter vacations for one more week amid the increasing threat of smog. The orders were passed by the LHC while hearing the petitions moved for seeking the remedy to address the smog issue.

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School teachers of Punjab prohibited to use YouTube

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Punjab school teachers

Punjab has banned teachers from using YouTube. This change happened because SED heard that some teachers have YouTube channels. The department is making a list of teachers who have their own channels. The School Education Department (SED) of Punjab has decided that teachers are not allowed to use YouTube. This change happened because SED heard … Read more

Hamza Shehbaz challenges session court verdict in LHC

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Punjab Government challenged the session court verdict in Lahore High Court

Punjab Government challenged the session court verdict in Lahore High Court Justice Amjad Rafiq remarked that the petitioners attached the WhatsApp copies which are not valid proof The session court on the petition of Mian Aslam Iqbal gave a decision to take action against the chief minister, chief secretary, deputy commissioner Lahore, and other officials … Read more

Pessi assures Aptma of maximum facilitation to the workers

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LAHORE: Commissioner Punjab Employees Social Security Institution (Pessi) Dr Syed Bilal Haider has assured the All Pakistan Textile Mills Association (Aptma) of extending all support and facilitation to the workers and their employees. He was talking to the Aptma delegation headed by Aptma Chairman Abdul Rahim Nasir, and including Chairman Northern Zone Hamid Zaman, Senior … Read more

LHC seeks report on plea filed for prisoner’s kidney transplant

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The Lahore High Court on Friday sought a report from the Punjab government on a petition filed by a condemned prisoner for his kidney transplant. Read more: LHC scraps billion dollars Ravi Riverfront Urban Development Project As Justice Tariq Saleem Sheikh took up the petition of prisoner Mubarak Ali, IG Prisons Shahid Saleem Baig appeared in … Read more

Tantamount to murder?

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Punjab government

ISLAMABAD: The Punjab government has decided to prosecute the cases of stealing, selling and buying of manhole covers with the charges of attempt to murder, Bol News has learnt. Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA) and local government senior officials have been warned by the Punjab chief secretary that they will be held responsible and will … Read more

More stars join in the protest over the ban on Javed Iqbal

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Javed Iqbal, starring Yasir Hussain and Ayesha Omar, was removed from theatres a day before its release. The decision was made by the Punjab government and the Central Board of Film Censors (CBFC). Previously, the Abu Aleeha-directed film was set to premiere in Pakistani theatres on Friday.   View this post on Instagram   A … Read more

LHC bars cutting of trees, razing of hills in-and-around Murree

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LAHORE: The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Wednesday stopped the cutting of trees and razing of hills in and around the famous tourist spot, Murree. The high court directed relevant authorities to explain what steps have been taken to halt such illegal activities and whether any efforts are being made to introduce mountain-specific legislation. “Since … Read more

Punjab Govt allocates ‘largest ever development budget’

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Punjab Government has allocated the “largest ever development budget” of Rs 740 billion for public welfare and civic projects, announced the Prime Minister’s Office on Friday. The premier’s office announced after PM Imran Khan presided over a meeting on Punjab Development Budget in Lahore. Chief Minister Punjab @UsmanAKBuzdar, Fed Minister for Info @fawadchaudhry, Fed Min … Read more

Fed, Punjab govts, State Life sign MoU for universal health coverage

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Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday oversaw the signing of the memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the federal, Punjab governments and State Life Insurance for implementation of Universal Health Coverage of Sehat Sahulat Programme in Punjab and Islamabad. In a series of tweets, the premier’s office said that the MoU was signed by National Health … Read more

All measures to be taken for protection of prisoners’ rights in jails, vows Punjab CM Buzdar

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LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Sardar Usman Buzdar has vowed that the PTI’s provincial government will take all necessary steps to protect the rights of prisoners in jails across the province. Chairing a meeting held at his office on Tuesday to review the progress on the implementation of the prison reforms package, he directed the officials … Read more

LHC reserves verdict on petitions against Ravi Riverfront project

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LAHORE: The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Tuesday reserved its verdict on the petitions of farmers challenging the Ravi Riverfront Urban Development Project (RRUDP). The LHC’s bench comprising Justice Shahid Karim heard the petitions against the RRUDP filed by Advocate Sheraz Zaka and others on behalf of the farmers. The applicants had challenged coercion in … Read more

LHC orders Punjab govt to run smog awareness campaign

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LAHORE: The Lahore High Court on Tuesday ordered the Punjab government to run a smog awareness campaign on all TV channels but restrained it from using the campaign for its own publicity. Justice Shahid Karim issued this order on various similar petitions filed by advocate Shiraz Zaka against the government’s inaction to take timely measures … Read more

Punjab enhances allocation for development schemes

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LAHORE: The Punjab government has enhanced the development allocation for the ongoing fiscal year, an official said. Chairing a meeting of the Punjab Cabinet’s Standing Committee on Finance and Development, Finance Minister Makhdoom Hashim Jawan Bakht said that after enhancing the development budget by Rs85 billion, the total ADP allocation stood at Rs646 billion. The … Read more

Sindh govt should take strict action against hoarders: Khusro Bakhtyar

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Khusro Bakhtyar

ISLAMABAD: The Sindh-based fertiliser dealers have purchased an extra 125,000 tonnes of urea, compared with the last year, similarly dealers from peripheral areas of Punjab (adjacent to Sindh) bought 50,000 tonnes of extra urea, compared with the last year for hoarding purposes. Minister for Industries and Production Makhdum Khusro Bakhtyar regretted that unfortunately due to … Read more

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