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Weather Forecast; Rain likely in upper districts of Lahore, Punjab

Lahore, Punjab Weather Forecast: Scattered Rain Expected

According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), Lahore and certain areas of Punjab are expected to experience partly cloudy and cold conditions during Tuesday evening/night, Wednesday, and Thursday. The synoptic situation indicates the influence of a westerly wave over the northern regions of Pakistan, which is likely to persist for the next 24 hours. As … Read more

Weather outlook of Lahore, Punjab; wet spell to continue

Weather outlook of Lahore, Punjab; wet spell to continue

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) predicts more rain and possible hailstorms for Lahore and parts of Punjab on Monday evening/night and Tuesday. A westerly wave is affecting western and upper parts of Pakistan, expected to strengthen in the next 12 hours. This weather pattern will bring intermittent rain, wind, and thunderstorms to various areas, including … Read more

ANF arrests 8 drug traffickers in seven raids  

ANF

RAWALPINDI: Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) in its crackdown against drug traffickers managed to recover over 425 kg of drugs and arrested eight accused including a woman.

ANF spokesman informed that 240 kg hashish and 120 kg heroin were recovered from Galimain Ghandi Lakpas, Quetta.

Thirty kilograms of hashish was recovered from Chenab Toll Plaza Gujarat while two accused were arrested.

Eighteen kilograms of opium and 5 kg of hashish were recovered from a vehicle in Othal Lasbela while two accused were netted during the operation.

Five kg heroin and 1 kg Ice drug were recovered from an accused in Sambrial, Sialkot.

In the fifth operation, 3 kg heroin was recovered from the possession of a woman arrested near Niazi bus stand in Lahore.

Two kg of Ice drug was recovered from an accused rounded up near Sher Shah Toll Plaza Multan.

In the seventh operation, 1.1 kg of Ice drug was recovered near Zero Line, Torkham.

Cases under the Anti-Narcotics Act have been registered against the arrested accused and further investigations are under process.

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Lahore to Receive 2nd Artificial Rain in 2024

Lahore to Receive 2nd Artificial Rain in 2024

Punjab Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi has shared plans for a second phase of artificial rain to address Lahore’s ongoing smog problem. He thanked the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for their collaboration, specifically praising the Cloud Seeding Team, led by Ahmad Al Kamal, for their recent efforts. CM Naqvi acknowledged the UAE’s commitment to combating smog … Read more

Chahat Fateh Ali Khan contest challenge to Bilawal Butto in elections for NA-128 Lahore

Chahat Fateh Ali Khan contest challenge to Bilawal Butto in elections for NA-128 Lahore

Chahat Fateh Ali Khan announces his participation in the 2024 General Elections.  Khan submits nomination paper for NA-128 constituency in Lahore. He is Competing against Bilawal Bhutto and Khawaja Hasan. Pakistani renowned singer Chahat Fateh Ali Khan has announced his candidacy for the 2024 general elections. He has submitted a nomination paper today for the … Read more

Here are the finalized dates and venues of PSL 9

Here are the finalized dates and venues of PSL 9

PSL 9 will be played from February 17 to March 17, 2024. The final will be played in Karachi. Karachi, Lahore, Rawalpindi, and Multan will host PSL 9. The dates and locations for the ninth Pakistan Super League (PSL) edition have been finalized by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). The league will take place in … Read more

CTD Punjab arrests nine terrorists in IBO

CTD Punjab
  • The terrorists belong to various banned organizations.
  • CTD conducted 70 IBO raids in various cities of Punjab.
  • Two TTP financer were also arrested during operation.

LAHORE: At least nine terrorists were arrested in intelligence-based operations in different cities of Punjab.

The spokesperson of the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) Punjab said the terrorists belong to various banned organizations. The CTD conducted 70 intelligence-based operations in various cities of Punjab and arrested nine terrorists during the operation.

Spokesman CTD said that the operation was carried out in Lahore, Faisalabad, Gujranwala, Bahawalpur, Bahawalnagar, Sialkot, Hafizabad and Gujranwala. Among the arrested terrorists are two important workers who provided financial support to the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban-e-Pakista(TTP) from Lahore.

The spokesman said that explosive materials, two hand grenades, an ED bomb, a mobile phone, and cash had been recovered from the terrorists. The terrorists were identified as Abdul Rehman, Abdul Waheed, Azeem, Zaman, Sufyan, Siddique, and Sajjad Jatt.

Spokesman CTD said that the arrested terrorists include Imran Ali and Umar Farooq, the terrorists were planning to attack in different cities.

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PSL 9: Record broken as 254 foreign cricketers sign up for draft

PSL 9: Record broken as 254 foreign cricketers sign up for draft

254 players signed up for the PSL 9 draft. The draft will be held on December 13, 2023. UAE and South Africa may host the initial tournament A record-breaking 254 international players have signed up for the forthcoming Pakistan Super League (PSL) season nine, as per reports. With the ninth PSL season quickly approaching, the … Read more

Punjab Govt decides to impose ban on Qingqi rickshaws

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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“Let’s not build and promote a culture of bribes,” says Qalandars COO Samin Rana

"Let’s not build and promote a culture of bribes," says Qalandars COO Samin Rana

Samin Rana raised the issue of players being bribed. He asked not to promote bribery. The PSL 9 draft will take place on December 13. Samin Rana, COO of Lahore Qalandars, has talked about the issue of contacitng the players just before the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 9 draft. Taking it to Twitter, Samin said, … Read more

80 Percent of Active Female Drivers in Lahore, Already Failed in Their Driving Tests

80 Percent of Active Female Drivers in Lahore, Already Failed in Their Driving Tests

In the wake of the Punjab government’s recent crackdown on motorists driving without a valid license, the region has witnessed an unprecedented surge in driving license applications. Over the past 11 days, an astounding 63,000 women have sought to obtain their licenses, signaling a significant shift in driving culture. However, concerns are mounting as a … Read more

Lahore Cracks Down on Qingqi Rickshaws Over Smog Worries

Lahore Cracks Down on Qingqi Rickshaws Over Smog Worries

In a significant development aimed at tackling the persistent issue of smog in the region, Chief Secretary Punjab, Zahid Akhtar Zaman, has announced the closure of manufacturing and sale of new Qingqis rickshaws in Lahore. Addressing the media, Zaman highlighted the imperative need to scrutinize the root causes of smog and unveiled collaborative efforts with … Read more

Lahore Traffic Police Suspends Cases Against Individuals with Expired or Foreign Driving Licenses

Lahore Traffic Police Suspends Cases Against Individuals with Expired or Foreign Driving Licenses

In a significant turn of events, the Lahore Traffic Police has announced a temporary reprieve for motorists with expired or foreign driving licenses. The decision comes in the wake of instructions from Chief Traffic Officer Mustansar Feroze, who has directed the traffic police not to register cases against individuals falling under certain categories. According to … Read more

Three killed, 13 injured in dumper-van collision in Shahdara

dumper-van collision Shahdara

Three people were killed, while 13 were injured after a high-speed dumper and van collided on Saggian Road, Shahdara, Lahore. Three people including the van-driver were killed on the spot while 13 others including women and children sustained injuries. The bodies and injured were shifted to the Mayo Hospital. According to details, a speeding van … Read more

Punjab decides to impose smart lockdown in 10 districts 

Punjab
  • PDMA issued notification for implementation of smart Lockdown.
  • “There will be a lockdown on Saturday in 10 districts including Lahore”‘.
  • All public and private schools, colleges, and universities will be closed.

LAHORE: The Punjab Government has decided to impose a smart lockdown in 10 districts of the province including Lahore on November 18(Saturday) due to smog.

The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has issued a notification for implementation of smart Lockdown.

According to the notification, there will be a lockdown on Saturday in 10 districts including Lahore, Nankana Sahab, Sheikhupura, Kasur, Gujranwala, Gujrat, Sialkot, Narowal, Hafizabad and Mandi Bahauddin.

Movement will be restricted in all these districts on Saturday, November 18.

According to the notification, all public and private schools, colleges, and universities will be closed, and online classes will be allowed.

The notification states that markets, shops, gyms, cinemas, and offices can be opened after 3 pm.

Earlier, the Punjab Health Department issued a notification for the closure of private and public schools, colleges, and universities on Saturday, November 18.

Markets, gyms, cinemas, and offices will remain open at 3 pm.

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Bodies of couple found from drum in Nishtar Colony, Lahore

couple bodies drum

A horrifying incident unfolded in Lahore, after dead bodies of a couple were found inside a drum at a house in Nishtar Colony. The victims have been identified as Farzana and Imran, while the police revealed the act of killing to be done by Farzana’s brothers. The police also revealed that Farzana had married for … Read more

Zaka Ashraf to temain as PCB chief till end of World Cup

Zaka Ashraf says 'Inzamam ul Haq took unilateral decision to resign'

Zaka Ashraf will remain as PCB chief till the end of the World Cup. The decision was made by the board’s patron, Anwar ul Haq Kakar. Ashraf’s leadership has been criticized by some members of the board. Zaka Ashraf will remain in his position as PCB chief till the very end of the current World … Read more

Woman burnt by husband dies in Lahore 

Woman
  • Incident of burning second wife by husband reported in ​Gujranwala.
  • Naseer and his first wife allegedly set fire to second wife.
  • The video of the incident also went viral on social media.

LAHORE: : A woman who was allegedly torched by her husband in Gujranwala, died in a hospital in Lahore.

Police said that the incident of allegedly burning the second wife by the husband took place in the Bahlol Chak area of ​​Gujranwala five days ago.

According to the police, Shumaila and Naseer became friends two years ago, both were already married. Shumaila got divorced from her first husband and later married Naseer seven months ago.

Police said that after the marriage, Shumaila and Naseer’s first wife Rubina started quarreling, on which Naseer and his first wife allegedly set fire to the second wife by sprinkling petrol.

After this the victim was shifted to the hospital in Lahore in critical condition, where she succumbed to her injuries.

The video of the incident also went viral on social media. The police had already registered a case and arrested the accused Naseer.

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Weather Forecast For Lahore, Faisalabad – 30 october 2023

Weather Forecast For Lahore, Faisalabad

Lahore, Punjab The RealFeel® temperature is at 31°, while the RealFeel ShadeTM temperature is 27°, with a maximum UV index of 4 (moderate). The wind is currently blowing from the ESE at 4 km/h, with gusts reaching 10 km/h. The humidity is relatively high at 65%, indicating humid conditions. The dew point is at 19°C, … Read more

Caretaker PM arrives in Lahore on 2-day visit on Monday

Caretaker PM in Lahore

Caretaker PM Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar will reach Lahore on Monday. He will review the law and order situation. The CM and governor will also meet the PM. The caretaker Prime Minister (PM) Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar will preside over various meetings in Lahore on Monday and Tuesday, Bol News reported. The news sources said that the caretaker PM … Read more

Lahore’s air quality declared unhealthy with 168 AQI ranking

Lahore AQI

According to recent data, Lahore is one of the world’s most polluted cities, with air quality indices (AQI) reaching alarming levels. On this particular day, the air quality index (AQI) in Canal View Lahore was recorded at 177. In another corner of Lahore, specifically at the Punjab University Lahore College of Earth and Environmental Sciences, … Read more

Weather Update For Lahore, Faisalabad

Weather Update For Lahore, Faisalabad

Lahore, Punjab Today, the RealFeel® temperature is 27°, with a RealFeel ShadeTM of 24°. The maximum UV index is 3, indicating moderate levels. The wind is currently coming from the west-northwest at 7 km/h, with occasional gusts up to 8 km/h . Humidity is slightly higher at 60%, contributing to a slightly humid indoor environment. … Read more

PML-N to begin election campaign next week

PML-N election campaign

PML-N will form various committees for the campaign. The party’s supreme leader returned to Pakistan. Nawaz Sharif will chair the meeting in Lahore. Lahore: The Pakistan Muslim League (PML-N) has decided to start the election campaign next week. PML-N will form various committees for the campaign. According to details, after the return of PML-N supremo … Read more

PTI leader appeals to president to initiate dialogue with establishment

PTI leader appeals

Former PM Nawaz Sharif returned to Pakistan. He spent four years in exile. PTI leader Ali Muhammad Khan welcomes Nawaz Sharif. Islamabad: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Ali Muhammad Khan has once again appealed to the president of Pakistan to hold a dialogue between the political parties and the establishment. According to news sources, the former … Read more

PTI gets green signal for Lahore power show

PTI Lahore

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has been finally granted with the permission for holding a public gathering in Lahore on October 22. The permission has been granted by the deputy commissioner of Lahore, after which PTI will be holing is power show in Lahore’s Kahna Nau town. PTI had filed a petition in the Lahore High Court(LHC) … Read more