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Rain brings relief from heat in parts of Punjab and KP

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Heavy rains, thunderstorms likely in Pakistan from July 5

LAHORE: Rain showers and thunderstorms have brought much-needed relief from the intense heat in parts of Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP). In Punjab, cities including Lahore, Sargodha, and Bhalwal witnessed varying intensities of rain from light drizzles to heavy downpours offering much-needed respite from the scorching temperatures. However, the rain also led to power outages … Read more

Pre-monsoon season begins across Pakistan

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Pre-monsoon

ISLAMABAD: The pre-monsoon season has begun in Pakistan, with rainfall predicted in various parts of the country over the next three days. The several regions in Sindh, Punjab, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa had been experiencing intense heat in recent days. However, with the onset of the pre-monsoon system, a significant drop in temperatures is expected. According … Read more

Punjab unveils budget exceeding Rs5tr for fiscal year 2025–26

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Punjab

LAHORE: Finance Minister Punjab Mujtaba Shuja ur Rehman presented the province’s Rs5, 335 billion budget for the fiscal year 2025-26. Before the assembly session, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz approved the provincial budget. The opposition lawmakers staged a protest inside the assembly, gathering in front of the Speaker’s dais. According to official budget documents, salaries … Read more

Polio virus detection in 47 sites sparks nationwide concern

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Polio virus

KARACHI:  The Pakistan Polio Eradication Programme has confirmed the presence of the polio virus in 47 environmental samples collected nationwide. According to an official statement, 116 samples were collected for testing in May 2025, out of which 69 samples tested negative. However, the virus was detected in samples from 34 districts. The programme further revealed … Read more

NDMA issues weather advisory for June 13–18

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NDMA

ISLAMABAD: National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued a weather advisory for the period between June 13 and June 18, forecasting varying weather conditions across the country. According to the advisory: Punjab is expected to experience a rise in temperatures, particularly in most parts of the province from June 14 to 16. However, rainfall is … Read more

Punjab announces 90-day remission for prisoners on Eid

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Punjab

LAHORE: The Punjab Home Department has issued a notification granting special remission to prisoners across the province in connection with Eid-ul-Azha. According to the official notification, inmates in provincial jails have been granted a 90-day special remission in their sentences. The remission has been granted under Rule 216 of the Pakistan Prison Rules, 1978. As … Read more

80% of casualties caused by solar panels in Punjab: PDMA

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PDMA

LAHORE:  The Director General (DG) Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Punjab has stated that 80% of the damages caused by the recent windstorms and thunderstorms across the province were due to solar panels. According to the DG PDMA, while rainfall had been forecast, its intensity was unexpectedly high, resulting in widespread disruption. As per official … Read more

Weather update: Rain, strong winds likely in parts of KP, Punjab

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More rain, thunderstorm predicted in Karachi

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) on Monday forecast rain accompanied by strong winds in various parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Punjab, while warning of continued hot and dry conditions in most parts of Sindh and Balochistan. According to the Met Office, Islamabad and its surrounding areas are likely to remain partly cloudy, with a chance … Read more

Weather turns pleasant as several Punjab areas receive rain

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Weather turns pleasant as several Punjab areas receive rain

LAHORE: The weather became pleasant as various parts of Punjab received rain while the intensity of heat also dropped. Cities including Hafizabad, Attock, Jhelum, Gujrat, and Gujranwala experienced rainfall, with chances of hailstorms at a few locations, according to the weather forecast. Meanwhile, there is a possibility of rain and hailstorm in Sindh and Khyber … Read more

All educational institutions to remain closed due to war situation

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All educational institutions to remain closed due to war situation

The Punjab School Education Department has announced a two-day closure for all public and private educational institutions across the province. According to the notification, schools will remain closed on Friday and Saturday. The teaching process will resume from Monday, confirmed the Secretary of Education. The decision applies to both government and private schools and is … Read more

When will summer holidays 2025 start in Punjab? Check date here

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When will summer holidays 2025 start in Punjab? Check date here

In Punjab, schools close every year for summer holidays to protect students and teachers from the extreme heat. These holidays usually start in early June and continue until mid-August. It’s a time when students get a break from classes and exams to relax and recharge. Many families use this time to travel to cooler places … Read more

Senator Sajid Mir passes away in Sialkot

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Senator Sajid Mir passes away in Sialkot

SIALKOT: Ameer of Jamiat Ahle Hadith and Senior leader Pakistan Muslim League-N (PML-N) Senator Prof Sajid Mir has passed away on Saturday. According to family sources Professor Sajid Mir suffered a heart attack. He was 86 years old. Born on October 2, 1938 in Sialkot, Sajid Mir completed his education from University of the Punjab … Read more

5.9 mangnitude earthquake jolts Islamabad, Punjab, KP

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5.4 magnitude earthquake jolts Islamabad, Peshawar, and parts of Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: Earthquake tremors were felt in federal capital Islamabad and different cities of Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), the epicenter was located in the border region between Afghanistan and Tajikistan, with a depth of 94 kilometers. Earthquake tremors were also felt in Peshawar, Nowshera, Lower Dir, Malakand and Noah … Read more

Punjab upgrading tourist destinations, says Maryam Nawaz  

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Punjab

LAHORE: Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz has said that the government is upgrading tourist destinations all over the province and fully prepared to host tourists. A 25 -member delegation of the Economic Corporation Organization(ECO) met with the Chief Minister Punjab. The delegation included permanent delegates from Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Turkey and Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, Iran, Azerbaijan and … Read more

Punjab to experience rainfall from March 25 to 27

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Rain and thunderstorm expected in most parts of Punjab

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecasted rainfall across most districts of Punjab from March 25 to 27. As per the Punjab Disaster Management Authority (PDMA), rain is expected in Rawalpindi, Jhelum, Attock, Chakwal, Sargodha, Mianwali, Khushab, Mandi Bahauddin, Sheikhupura, Hafizabad, Gujranwala, Gujarat, Sialkot, Narowal, Faisalabad, and Toba Tek Singh. Additionally, showers are likely in … Read more

CTD arrests 11 terrorists in 166 IBOs in Punjab

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CTD

LAHORE: The Counter -Terrorism Department (CTD) arrested 11 terrorists in 166 intelligence -based operations (IBOs) in different cities of Punjab.

The CTD spokesman said intelligence -based operations were carried out in Sargodha, Rawalpindi, Pakpattan, Gujarat, Chakwal, Bahawalpur, Bahawalnagar and Faisalabad during which 11 terrorists were arrested.

A CTD spokesman said that a dangerous Tehrik-e Taliban Pakistan (TTP) terrorist was arrested in Mianwali, including explosives, while explosives, detonators, pamphlets, cash and private cards were recovered from the arrested suspects.

According to the spokesman of the CTD, the accused was identified as Haider Sultan, Wali Rehman, Zubair, Amin, Akbar, Maqsood Khan, Amir, Zafar Iqbal, Ibrahim Qasimi, Mohibullah and Saddam Hussein.

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Punjab Home Department seizes office of private security company

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Punjab

LAHORE: Home Department Punjab has taken notice of the incident of firing and torture on a citizen by a security guard in Beijing underpass. According to the Home Department of Punjab, a departmental proceedings have been launched against the private security company and a show cause notice has been issued and private security company’s office … Read more

Punjab to install cameras in schools for enhanced security

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Punjab to install cameras in schools for enhanced security

The Punjab Education Department has decided to install security cameras and advanced surveillance systems in schools across the province to strengthen safety measures. Security cameras will be placed at school entrances to monitor activities, using facial recognition technology to identify students and teachers. Additionally, the department will receive daily reports from the surveillance system for … Read more

CTD arrests 10 alleged terrorists from Punjab

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CTD

LAHORE: The Counter -Terrorism Department (CTD) has arrested 10 alleged terrorists from different cities of the Punjab.

According to details, the CTD arrested 10 terrorists in 73 intelligence -based operations(IBOs) in different cities of Punjab.

Spokesman CTD said explosives, IEDs, 19 detonators, pamphlets, cash, mobiles were recovered from the terrorists. The terrorists wanted to spread fear among the public by taking action at various places.

According to the spokesman, 107 suspects have been arrested this week in 758 combing operations.

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NIH issues health advisory for the prevention of dengue fever

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NIH

ISLAMABAD: The National Institute of Health (NIH) has issued an health advisory for the prevention and control of dengue in view of the recent rains in the country.

According to the NIH advisory, dengue cases are expected to increase in Punjab, Balochistan and the northern areas, the dengue virus spreads rapidly in hot and humid weather, which can make the situation even worse after the rains.

The company has directed the authorities and the public to take immediate steps to take precautionary measures and to prevent mosquitoes.

According to the National Institutes of Health, 28,427 dengue cases were reported in Pakistan in 2024, which is a significant increase over last year.

The NIH has warned that more cases may be revealed if precautions are not taken.

Early symptoms of dengue fever include high fever, severe headaches, joints and muscle aches, signs on the skin and pain behind the eyes.

NIH has advised the public to use only paracetamol in case of fever, while refusing to use the use of aspirin and NSAIDs as these medicines can increase the risk of bleeding.

To prevent dengue, NIH has advised the public to use mosquitoes, use lotions and sprays, wear arms covering clothes and do not allow water to stand in homes and streets.

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Poliovirus detected in sewerage samples of all four provinces

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Poliovirus

ISLAMABAD: The poliovirus has been detected in environmental samples collected from all four provinces of Pakistan.

The Regional Reference Laboratory has confirmed the presence of the polio virus in samples collected from 25 districts across the country.

The samples were collected from sewage lines between February 3 and 12, and the results revealed the presence of Wild Poliovirus Type 1 in several districts.

The poliovirus has been detected in environmental samples of 13 districts of  Sindh province, four districts of Punjab, five districts of Balochistan and three districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

In Sindh, District Central, East, Keamari, Korangi, and Malir, Hyderabad, Badin, Jacobabad, Jamshoro, Mirpurkhas, Sajawal, Dadu, and Sukkur, were found to have polio-positive sewage.

In Punjab, four districts, including Lahore, Rawalpindi, Faisalabad, and Gujranwala, had polio-positive sewage.

In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, three districts, including Peshawar, Dera Ismail Khan, and Lakki Marwat, were found to have polio-positive sewage.

Similarly, in Balochistan, five districts, including Quetta, Chaman, Loralai, Noshki, and Zhob, had polio-positive sewage.

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Punjab introduces real-time tracking system for 15 helpline

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Punjab introduces real-time tracking system for 15 helpline

LAHORE: News was reported on Monday that the Punjab Safe Cities Authority (PSCA) has introduced a modern tracking portal to ensure the timely and effective resolution of complaints registered through the 15 helpline. The initiative seeks to make public service centers more transparent and keep citizens updated on their complaint statuses. The new real-time tracking … Read more

Punjab government to launch special bus service for rural women

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Punjab government to launch special bus service for rural women

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz announced a special bus service for rural women on Saturday. The provincial government has approved the launch of a dedicated transport service connecting tehsils to district headquarters, with an inter-village transport system also under consideration. Additionally, a phased plan to introduce a mass transit system with 25 buses for remote … Read more

Punjab plans to shift 43 jails to solar energy

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LAHORE: The Punjab Government has decided to shift all 43 prisons across Punjab to solar energy and Home Department has finalized the plan.

The Home Department Punjab has submitted the final plan for the approval of Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz.

Spokesman Home Department Punjab said that the preliminary survey of all the prisons has been completed. During the survey, the cost has been estimated for the transfer of solar energy to the prisons.

The spokesman added that the annual bill of electricity and gas in 43 prisons of Punjab has reached 4 billion. All prisons can be transferred to solar energy at a cost of Rs 4 billion 35 crore.

According to the spokesperson, the implementation of the proposed solution to Green Energy will reduce the electricity bills by 60 percent.

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Punjab announces new school timing for Ramazan

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Sindh government announces school timings for Ramadan

LAHORE: The Punjab Education Department has issued new school timings for Ramazan, which will be enforced across all schools in the province.

According to a notification issued by the Department of Education, the schools will open from Monday to Thursday from 8:30 am to 1:00 pm and classes will end at 12:30 pm on Friday.

The notification states that the double shift school will be run from 8:30 in the morning and the second shift will begin from 01:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

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Punjab to launch ‘Maryam Nawaz Community Health Services’

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Punjab government to launch special bus service for rural women

LAHORE: The Punjab government has decided to introduce Maryam Nawaz Community Health Services in the province.

A meeting chaired by Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz was reviewed in the province’s health facilities.

The meeting decided to introduce Maryam Nawaz Community Health Services in Punjab. Maryam Nawaz Community Health Services Department will meet 19 major tasks.

In Punjab, 20,000 health inspectors will be hired throughout serving, Lady Health Workers Program will also be linked to Maryam Nawaz Community Health Services, under which 39,000 Lady Health Workers will be part of Maryam Nawaz Community Health Services Force.

The Work Force of Community Health Services will consist of more than 60,000 people. Maryam Nawaz Community Health Services will be responsible for other vaccinations, including polio. Authentic records of patients will be compiled through community health services.

The meeting was informed that 93% of the patients are satisfied with health services reforms, that the mapping task will also be completed from Maryam Nawaz Community Health Services.

Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz ordered immediate steps to activate community health services, seeking a comprehensive plan on Community Health Services.

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