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Punjab imposes ban on rallies and procession under Section 144

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Punjab

LAHORE: The Punjab Home Department has imposed a 10-day ban across the province on the display of weapons and the holding of public gatherings under Section 144 of the Criminal Procedure Code. According to a notification issued by the Home Department, the restrictions have been enforced to maintain law and order in the province. The … Read more

Punjab acquires airlift drone for flood rescue operations

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Punjab

LAHORE: The Punjab government has acquired a modern airlift drone to assist in rescue operations for flood-affected citizens. According to a spokesperson for the Punjab Home Department, the advanced drone is capable of lifting and transporting a person weighing up to 200 kilograms to a safe location. The Home Secretary has directed that the drone … Read more

KP govt imposes ban on pillion ridding, gatherings 13 districts

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KP govt

PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has imposed a ban on pillion riding and public gatherings in 13 districts in connection with the Chehlum of Imam Hussain (RA). According to the Home Department, the restrictions will apply in Peshawar, Nowshera, Mardan, Abbottabad, Mansehra, Haripur, Kohat, Hangu, Bannu, Kurram, Lakki Marwat, Dera Ismail Khan, and Tank. The … Read more

Section 144 imposed across Balochistan for 15 days

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Section 144

QUETTA: The Balochistan government has imposed Section 144 across the province for a period of 15 days, prohibiting public gatherings and even the wearing of face masks. According to a notification issued by the provincial Home Department, the restrictions include a ban on carrying weapons, assemblies of more than five people, and covering the face … 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

Sindh issues code of conduct for Eid ul Azha hides collection

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Sindh

KARACHI: The Sindh Home Department on Thursday issued official code of conduct for the collection of sacrificial animal hides during Eid-ul-Azha. It will be mandatory to obtain a permit from the Commissioner or Deputy Commissioner for collecting hides. The notification states that NECTA-issued SOPs must be strictly followed while granting such permissions. Commissioners and Deputy … Read more

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 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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Balochistan Govt imposes Section 144 for 15 days

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Balochistan

QUETTA: The Balochistan government has imposed section 144 across the province for 15 days due to the law and order situation.

The Home Department of Balochistan has imposed section 144 in the province for the next 15 days, which has been issued formal notification.

In this regard, according to the Balochistan government, the display and use of weapons will be banned on this occasion.

According to the notification , the aforementioned order will be implemented immediately, the rallies, processions and gatherings of more than 5 people have been banned for 15 days.

It should be noted that section 144 has been done at a time when the Pakistan Tehreek -e –Insaf(PTI)  has called for a nationwide protest across the country on February 8.

Earlier, Punjab government has also imposed section 144 across the province ahead of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) protest.

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Section 144 extended for three-days in Punjab

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Section 144

LAHORE: The Punjab government has extended the implementation of Section 144 in the province for three days more from 26th November to 28th aims to address security concerns and maintain law and order.

According to the notification, the decision to implement Section 144 was made for the establishment of law and order, protection of human lives and property.

According to a spokesperson, all political gatherings, protests, sit-ins, and similar activities are strictly prohibited under this order.

The government highlights the potential risks associated with public assemblies, which could become targets for terrorist attacks.

The Punjab Home Department has issued an official notification regarding the restrictions. Authorities stress the necessity of ensuring public safety and protecting human lives and property during this period.

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Section 144 imposed in five more districts of Punjab

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Section 144

LAHORE:  The Punjab Government has imposed Section 144 in 5 more districts of Punjab, during which political gatherings, sit-ins, meetings and protests will be banned.

The Section 144 has been implemented in 5 more districts of Punjab for 3 days, the Home Department has issued a notification in this regard.

Section 144 was imposed in Dera Ghazi Khan, Layyah, Muzaffargarh, Rajanpur and Kot Addu, during which political gatherings, sit-ins, rallies and protests were banned.

The notification said that the ban will be applied from today till October 14. The decision to implement section 144 was taken on the request of the concerned district administration.

In the notification, it was further said that in view of the security threats, the public gathering can be a soft target for terrorists, orders were issued for the establishment of law and order, protection of human life and property.

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Punjab Govt imposes Section 144 in Rawalpindi Division

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Rawalpindi Division

RAWALPINDI: The Punjab Home Department imposed Section 144 in Rawalpindi Division and also summoned the Rangers.

The Punjab Home Department has issued a notification for the implementation of Section 144.  The Punjab government has imposed Section 144 in Rawalpindi Division for 2 days and banned all kinds of political gatherings, sit-ins, rallies, demonstrations, protests and all such activities.

In Rawalpindi Division, possession and display of weapons will also be banned. However, representatives of law enforcement agencies will be exempted from the ban.

The ban will apply on Saturday 28 September and Sunday 29 September. Section 144 will be enforced in Rawalpindi, Attock, Jhelum and Chakwal districts of Rawalpindi Division.

On the recommendation of the district administration, 6 companies of Rangers will be deployed in Rawalpindi and Attock. The district administration says that there is a fear of the arrival of armed miscreants in Rawalpindi and Section 144 was imposed to maintain law and order, protect human lives and property.

A letter was issued to the federal government for the appointment of Rangers.

Earlier, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has withdrawn its application for a rally in Rawalpindi.

PTI had filed a petition in the Lahore High Court Rawalpindi Bench for permission to hold a rally in Rawalpindi, which was scheduled to be heard today.

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Punjab Govt imposes Section 144 ahead of PPSC exams

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LAHORE: The Punjab government imposed Section 144 in 7 cities of province including Lahore during Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) exams.

On the instructions of the Punjab government, the Home Department has issued a notification, according to which Section 144 will be implemented in 7 cities of Punjab on Saturday, September 28 and Sunday, September 29.

According to the notification issued, Section 144 will be enforced at the examination centers of Lahore, Rawalpindi, Sargodha, Faisalabad, Multan, Bahawalpur and Dera Ghazi Khan, while the ban around the examination centers will be enforced from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.

No one except the candidates and supervisory staff will be allowed to enter the examination centres, besides the movement of non-related persons within 100 yards of the examination centers in 7 cities will also be restricted.

It should be noted that Punjab Public Service Commission has set up 25 examination centers in 7 cities for various examinations.

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Govt appoints three new officers in Adiala Jail

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Govt appoints

RAWALPINDI: Punjab Home Department has appointed three new officers including Additional Superintendent in Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi.

According to prison sources, Ali Amir Shah has been appointed Additional Superintendent Jail Rawalpindi, while Amir Fayaz Bhatti has been appointed Deputy Superintendent Education.

Jail sources say that Jamaat Ali has been appointed Deputy Superintendent Judicial Adiala Jail.

Jail sources say that the three officers have been posted in Adiala Jail on the instructions of Punjab Home Department.

It should be noted that the former Deputy Superintendent of Adiala Jail, Muhammad Akram, was detained on August 14 on the charge of alleged facilitation and abuse of powers by PTI founder chairman, and Tahir Siddique Shah was appointed as Deputy Superintendent Adiala Jail .

According to the sources, questioning of two more officers of Adiala Jail has been started on the suspicion of PTI founder’s alleged facilitation in the jail.

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Enforcement of Section 144 in Punjab challenged in LHC

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LHC

LAHORE: The Section 144  enforcement in Punjab was challenged in the Lahore High Court, in which it was requested that the implementation of Section 144 should be declared invalid.

A petition was filed in the Lahore High Court against the implementation of Section 144 in Punjab, the petition was filed through Azhar Siddique Advocate.

In the petition, it was said that the Punjab government imposed section 144 to prevent Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf(PTI)  from holding a rally, and the imposition of the section for three days is for political purposes.

The petitioner said that the implementation of Article 144 is contrary to the fundamental rights given in the Constitution, and it is requested that the implementation of Article 144 in Punjab be annulled.

It should be remembered that the Punjab government has imposed a ban on processions, rallies and dharnas by imposing Section 144 in the province for three days, which will be applicable from August 22 to August 24.

According to the spokesperson of the Punjab Home Department, Section 144 has been implemented for the establishment of law and order, protection of human lives and property.

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Punjab Govt bans pillion ridding, imposes Section 144

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Punjab Govt

ISLAMABAD: Spokesperson for the Home Department Punjab said that the Punjab government has enforced Section-144 across the province in view of security during Muharram.

Punjab Home Department has issued comprehensive guidelines, including a ban on pillion riding of motorcycles from the 7th to the 10th of Muharram.

The Interior Secretary of Punjab has mandated the strict implementation of foolproof security measures and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) throughout the province.

The spokesperson said that there would be no new construction in Muharram processions and gatherings.

The display of all types of weapons and incendiary materials in public places will be prohibited without the appropriate authorization.

“Provocative slogans and gestures that incite public sentiments, beliefs, and sects are completely banned,” the spokesperson emphasized.

Section 144 also prohibits any remarks or actions inciting inter-religious, communal, or ethnic hatred through any medium.

Additionally, constructing barricades on rooftops or other buildings along procession routes is forbidden. It is also prohibited to stockpile stones, bricks, bottles, or garbage on rooftops along the procession routes.

The spokesperson said that the presence of spectators on the rooftops of buildings or shops along the procession route is banned.

Furthermore, a ban on pillion riding of motorcycles will be enforced from the 7th to the 10th of Muharram, with exceptions made for senior citizens, women, and law enforcement officials.

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Punjab seeks suspension of mobile, internet services on April 21

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LAHORE: The Punjab Home Department has recommended to suspend mobile phone and internet service in the by-elections to be held tomorrow.

The Punjab Home Department has written a letter to the Federal Ministry of Interior requesting that mobile phone and internet services be suspended in 13 districts and tehsils of Punjab during the April 21 by-elections.

In the letter, it has been said that mobile phone and internet services should be suspended in Lahore, Sheikhupura, Kasur, Talagang, Kalar Kahar, Gujarat, Ali Pur Chatha , Bhakkar, Zafarwal, Kot Chutta, Sadiqabad, Dera Ghazi Khan and Chakwal for peace and order.

A copy of the letter has also been sent to Chief Secretary Punjab, IG Punjab, Chairman Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) , CCPO Lahore, Commissioners concerned and other officers.

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Punjab Home Department bans meetings with PTI founder in Jail

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Punjab

RAWALPINDI: The Punjab Home Department has imposed a ban on meetings with Pakistan Tehreek e Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan in Adiala Jail.

According to sources, the Punjab Home Department has decided to ban meetings with Imran Khan in Adiala Jail, which will last for 2 weeks while media coverage is also prohibited in front of Adiala Jail’s gate no.

The jail administration had reserved Tuesday and Thursday for meetings with Imran Khan.

On the other hand, the police have also banned media coverage outside the Adiala Jail. Police put up barriers at the parking of media vehicles outside Adiala Jail Gate No. 5.

Police have issued instructions to the media that the media is not allowed to cover today, the media teams should move 2 km away from the jail.

Last week, Punjab Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) and police foiled an attempt to attack Adiala jail and arrested three terrorists with explosives and the jail map.

The law enforcers conducted IBO after they received information about the presence of the terrorists in the area.

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Punjab Home Department submits May 9 tragedy report

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Punjab

LAHORE: The Punjab Home Department has submitted a detailed report of the May 9 tragedy to the government.

Sources at the Punjab Government Standing Committee on Law and Order have approved the May 9 tragedy report and the report has now been made a regular part of the official documents. The comprehensive report of the tragedy consists of 17 pages.

The report said that the May 9 attack was a war against the state. On May 9, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) activists attacked the state. This attack was in the style of the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan(TTP).

The text of the report states that according to the evidence, the May 9 plan was a pre-planned, attack on state institutions at the behest of PTI’s central leadership, the leadership’s agenda was only to attack state institutions.

According to the text of the report, plans were made to target military installations in advance, PTI activists attacked the GHQ Building, Corps Headquarters, ISI offices, Air Base, Martyrs’ Memorial, and attached buildings. The attacks on buildings, GHQ, ISI offices, and installations were part of the plan.

The report further states that PTI central leadership is responsible for the May 9 tragedy, the May 9 tragedy involved the central leadership as well as the local leadership, inciting people through phone calls and social media by the party leadership.

The report has given the names of people who were inciting people through social media.

The names of Hammad Azhar, Dr. Yasmeen Rashid, Ejaz Chaudhry, Ghulam Mohiuddin, Ali Abbas, Andleeb Abbas, Mian Mahmood ul Rashid, Omar Sarfraz Cheema, Murad Ras, Mansab Awan, Azam Khan Niazi, and Bajash Niazi are included in the report.

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Home Department imposes section 144 in Punjab

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Punjab

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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KP Govt decides to  block 58,000 suspicious CNICs

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KP Govt
  • The decision to block CNICs made in Steering Committee meeting.
  • Home Department issued orders to NADRA to block fake identity cards.
  • The process of mapping 9,720 illegal residents in Peshawar also completed.

PESHAWAR: The Home Department government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has decided to block 58,000 suspicious Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC).

The decision to block suspicious CNICs was made in the meeting of the steering committee of the provincial home department.

According to the document, the Home Department has issued orders to the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) to block fake identity cards and has sent a letter to NADRA to block fake proof of registration (POR), Afghan cards.

Sources said that NADRA has blocked fake POR cards, Afghan cards, and fake Pakistani identity cards.

The document states that the process of mapping 9,720 illegal residents in Peshawar has also been completed and a deadline of five days has been given to all deputy commissioners regarding the details of block cards.

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Sindh Govt forms committees for repatriation of illegal immigrants

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Sindh
  • Home Department issued notifications of three committees.
  • Provincial Committee will be Addl Chief Secretary Home.
  • The committees will collect data of unregistered migrants.

KARACHI: The Sindh government has established provincial , divisional and district level committees to repatriate illegal immigrants.

The Sindh Home Department has issued notifications of three committees for the repatriation of illegal immigrants, according to which the convener of the Provincial Immigrants’ Repatriation Committee will be the Additional Chief Secretary Home.

According to the notification, the convener of the divisional committee will be the commissioners and the convener of the district committee will be the deputy commissioners.

The implementation committee of foreign illegal immigrants will consist of police, core headquarters, IB, NADRA, FIA, ISI, MI and representatives of Afghan refugees.

According to the notification, the committees will collect data on unregistered migrants and will be responsible for taking measures to prevent their deportation and immigration, these committees will also oversee the prevention of foreign residents at provincial borders and urban areas.

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KP Govt issues code of conduct for election gatherings

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  • Home Department has formulated code of conduct.
  • Political parties shall apply for NOC from district administration.
  • Political activities will not be allowed in government buildings.

PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Home Department has issued a code of conduct for political parties and election gatherings.

The Home Department has formulated a code of conduct in the context of the law and order situation in the province.

The code of conduct states that political parties shall apply for a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the district administration for corner meetings during the election campaign. The application for permission to hold meetings must specify the location, time, list of leaders, and number of audience.

The code of conduct also states that the local leadership will submit an affidavit not to block the road or street, not to disturb the flow of traffic to save the public from inconvenience, and to hold a rally by various political parties. It will not be at the same date, time, and place.

Permission for meetings will be subject to the approval of law enforcement agencies, corner meetings, and NOCs will be issued by the Deputy Commissioner for the meeting. Political activities will not be allowed in government buildings, playgrounds, and roads. The political parties will organize their political gatherings in the daylight.

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