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Pakistan honors flood rescuers on National Resilience Day

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Pakistan honors flood rescuers on National Resilience Day

Lahore: Today, Pakistan observes National Resilience Day, a day dedicated to acknowledging the spirit of endurance and preparedness in the face of disasters. To honor this occasion, the Punjab government is recognizing the exceptional efforts of rescue workers who played a crucial role during the recent devastating floods. As part of the celebrations, 200 rescuers … Read more

Punjab mulls closure of schools in flood-hit areas for one-week

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Punjab

LAHORE: The Punjab government is considering closing educational institutions in flood-affected areas for one-week. The decision was discussed during a meeting of the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA), chaired by Punjab Chief Secretary Zahid Akhtar Zaman. Punjab Relief Commissioner Irfan Ali Kathia and DG PDMA also attended the meeting, while provincial ministers Khawaja Salman Rafique … 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 govt introduces free housing plot initiative for homeless

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Punjab govt introduces free housing plot initiative for homeless

The Punjab government has launched a plan to give free plots to homeless families. Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif announced that each deserving family will get a 3-marla plot. In the first phase, 1,892 plots will be given out across 22 districts through 33 schemes: Rawalpindi Division will get 685 plots in five schemes. Faisalabad … Read more

Punjab authorities restrict gatherings: Imposes Section 144

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Punjab authorities

LAHORE: The Punjab government has enforced Section 144 across the province ahead of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) planned protest on February 8. The Punjab Home Department issued a notification restricting all political gatherings, rallies, demonstrations, sit-ins, and other similar activities across the province on Saturday. According to the notification, the decision was made in response to … Read more

Punjab installs Emission Control System in 96% Lahore’s  industries

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Punjab

LAHORE: Punjab government has installed Emission Control System(ECS)  in 96 percent of Lahore’s industries under measures taken to check poor air and pollution.

According to the Air Quality Index, the air quality index of Lahore was recorded at 5 am today at 98, while at this time the air quality index of Lahore is up to 166.

On the other hand, emission control systems have been installed in 96 percent of Lahore’s industries, while 21 industrial units that do not follow environmental laws have been sealed by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

According to the Urban Unit Survey, in April 2024, industries having air cleaning systems in Lahore remained 43 percent, which has increased to 96 percent in December due to the efforts of EPA.

Environment Protection Department has established 25 AQI monitoring stations in different cities while work is going on at 35 AQI monitoring stations in different cities.

EPA inspected 2883 industrial units in Lahore from March 27 to December 27, issuing notices to 860 industrial units and imposing a fine of Rs 45.6 million, sealing 225 units, 105 FIRs and 56 units demolished during the inspection.

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Punjab government introduces free solar panel scheme for citizens

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Free Solar Panel Scheme; Steps to check your application status

The Punjab government launched a free solar panel initiative on Sunday to provide solar systems to households consuming up to 200 electricity units per month. Punjab Information Minister Azma Bokhari shared the details, stating that families using 100 units monthly would receive a 550-watt solar system under the new program. To apply, citizens must use … Read more

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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Punjab Government Executes Cloud Seeding Operation for Artificial Rainfall

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Punjab Government

LAHORE: The Punjab government, utilizing locally developed technology, successfully carried out a cloud seeding operation on Friday to induce artificial rainfall in selected areas. The operation targeted Jhelum, Gujar Khan, Chakwal, and Talagang and commenced around 2 pm, resulting in rainfall in the designated regions. Experts have suggested expanding such initiatives to Lahore to combat … Read more

Bad air quality: Punjab govt announces to close schools for one week

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Winter vacations to start from Dec 23 in Punjab 

The Punjab government announced the closure of primary schools in Lahore for one week in response to the worsening smog and deteriorating air quality in the city. The schools will close from November 4 to 9, according to a notification from Punjab’s Environment Department. Senior provincial minister Marriyum Aurangzeb emphasized the need to prioritize the … Read more

Punjab announces reduction in court fees

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New four-year LLB program announced by HEC in Pakistan

LAHORE:  The Punjab government has announced a reduction in court fees and a notification also issued in this regard.

The Board of Revenue Punjab has issued a notification of reduction in court fees after the approval of Governor Punjab Sardar Salim Haider,.

According to the notification, a one-time court fee of Rs 100 has been fixed for a certified copy of an order or decision from a civil court, while a one-time court fee of Rs 500 has been fixed for a certified copy of an order or decision from a high court.

A one-time court fee of Rs 500 has been fixed for a revision application to the Board of Revenue or Commissioners under the Punjab Tenancy Act 1887, while a one-time fee of Rs 500 has been fixed for a revision application in the High Court under CPC Section 15.

Meanwhile, the court fee has been reduced to Rs 10 on application in customs, excise, land revenue, civil court cases with value less than Rs 10,000 and court fee on court revenue or rent application has been reduced to Rs 10.

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Federal, Punjab Govts committed to public relief agenda: Attaullah Tarar

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£190 million corruption was strategic plan, says Tarar

Federal Minister for Information, Broadcasting, National Heritage, and Culture, Attaullah Tarar, stated on Saturday that under Muhammad Nawaz Sharif’s leadership, the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) has consistently focused on serving the public and provided them with maximum facilities. Nawaz Sharif, during his first term as prime minister, initiated mega development projects including South Asia’s first … Read more

Punjab govt to impose tax on garbage: full details inside

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Punjab govt to impose tax on garbage: full details inside

Punjab government will privatize sanitation operations. Garbage tax will be imposed in 110 tehsils. Residential tax ranges from Rs200 to Rs700 per month. In an effort to enhance waste management and sanitation, the Punjab government is set to privatize its sanitation operations and introduce a garbage tax in 110 tehsils within 36 districts. The provincial … Read more

Punjab imposes ban on public gatherings, rallies

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Punjab

LAHORE: Punjab Government has imposed ban on public gatherings, rallies, sit-ins, protests under Section 144.

The Punjab Home Department has issued a ban notification according to which a ban has been imposed on jalsa procession in Punjab for 3 days. The notification states that the ban will be applicable from Friday, July 26 to Sunday, July 28.

According to the notification, a ban has been imposed to maintain law and order, protect human lives and property.

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Punjab introduces modern traffic challan system

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E-Challan System introduced in Punjab

LAHORE: Punjab Government has introduced a modern traffic challan  system under which now challan will be issued with proof.

The letter of Punjab Safe City Authority has said that there will be a heavy fine for violation of traffic rules and challan will be issued with proof for violation of the rules.

According to the letter, artificial intelligence and modern electronic traffic policing system have been started in Punjab like developed countries, checking of every smoke-emitting vehicle with modern cameras has also been started.

In the letter, it is stated that according to the vision of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, the series of electronic challans for violation of traffic and environmental laws is continuing through Safe City cameras in Lahore, while checking the smoke of vehicles, motorcycles and auto-rickshaws with modern cameras. The process is still ongoing.

It was further states that like the modern world, photos and videos of vehicles emitting smoke continue to be made in Lahore, a photo of a vehicle emitting smoke has also been placed in the electronic ticket.

In this regard, Senior Minister Punjab Maryam Aurangzeb said that the culture of traffic policing is changing under the supervision of Chief Minister Punjab, environmental protection and implementation of traffic laws are being ensured with modern technology.

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Junaid Akram Apologizes To Public For Praising Punjab Government

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Junaid Akram

Junaid Akram, known as Ganji Swag, is a prominent Pakistani social media celebrity. He is known for his commentary on the economy, politics, and social norms. Akram accepted 2.5 million rupees to create a video showcasing the government’s 100-day performance. Junaid Akram, widely known as Ganji Swag, is a prominent social media celebrity in Pakistan, … Read more

Punjab Govt announces free solar system to consumers

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solar system

LAHORE: The Punjab government has announced to give free solar system to the consumers who consume less electricity in the budget of the financial year 2024-25.

According to the budget document, relief is being provided to the people who are worried about expensive electricity and bills at the province level through the Chief Minister Roshan Gharana Program at a cost of 9.5 billion.

According to the budget document, in the first phase, a complete solar system is being provided free of cost to the household consumers consuming up to 100 units of electricity, for which all the installation costs are being paid by the Punjab government.

According to the budget document, the Chief Minister Solarization of Agriculture Tube Wells Program is being started at a cost of Rs 9 billion, under which 7,000 tube wells will be transferred to solar.

It should be noted that the budget for the financial year 2024-25 was presented in the Punjab Assembly today.

Punjab Finance Minister Mian Mujtaba Shujaur Rehman presented the province’s ‘tax-free’ budget for the fiscal year 2024-25, totaling 5.44 trillion rupees, amidst protests by the Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC).

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LHC extends markets hours for Eid ul Azha

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LHC

LAHORE: The Lahore High Court(LHC) directed to increase the working hours of the market on the occasion of Eid-ul-Azha.

The Lahore High Court has issued a written order for the last hearing of the smog case.

In the written order, it has been directed to extend the working hours of the market due to Eid-ul-Azha, in which the markets have been allowed to remain open from Monday to Thursday till 12 midnight and Friday to Sunday till 1 am.

The written order said that according to the report of the Judicial Commission, due to the court orders, the water level is decreasing of late, now the water level in Lahore is 1.3 meters every year while it was going down by 6.5 meters in 2017.

The court order has further stated that due to encroachment in Bagh Jinnah, ground water is being used instead of the canal, on which the lawyer Punjab government has been instructed to ensure the end of encroachment in collaboration with the administration.

According to the decree, the steps taken by the Punjab government to tackle smog are commendable.

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KP govt. announces new school timing, summer vactation dates

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KP govt. announces new school timing, summer vactation dates

KP government announced new school timings. The government announced new summer vacation dates. Punjab government also revised the school timings. With the continuing heatwaves throughout the country, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has announced the new timings for the schools and colleges as well as the revised dates for summer vacations. According to the government’s announcement, … Read more

Punjab Govt decides to stop unnecessary use of antibiotics

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Punjab Govt

LAHORE: The Punjab government has decided to stop the unnecessary use of antibiotics in the province and finalized a plan to regulate the sale of drugs at medical stores.

Punjab Health Minister Khawaja Imran Nazir chaired a meeting on unnecessary use of antibiotics in the province, in which it was decided to stop the unnecessary use of drugs.

Punjab Health Minister Khawaja Imran Nazir said in the meeting that human lives are being lost due to the unnecessary use of antibiotics. He has decided to consult with the Punjab Health Care Commission and Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP) to stop the unnecessary use of antibiotics.

Punjab Health Minister directed to give recommendations within a week after consultation with Drug Control Wing, PHC and DRAP. The recommendations will be submitted to higher authorities for final approval.

Khawaja Imran Nazir said in the meeting that it has been decided to regulate the sale of antibiotics and narcotic drugs at medical stores.

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Punjab announces 7-day holidays for schools due to heatwave 

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schools

LAHORE:  The Punjab Government has closed all schools in the province for 7 days following the predication of a heatwave in the province. In a statement issued by the Government of Punjab, it has been said that due to the heat wave, the schools of Punjab have been immediately closed from May 25 to May 31. According to the … Read more

Punjab Enrolls 72,640 Students in Registrations For Petrol, E-Bikes

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Punjab Enrolls 72,640 Students in Registrations For Petrol, E-Bikes

Punjab government receives 72,640 student applications via the Bikes Portal. 57,366 applications are for petrol motorcycles, and 15,274 for e-bikes. Registration deadline extended to May 1, 2024, due to high demand. The Punjab government has collected 72,640 student applications through the Chief Minister’s Youth Initiative Bikes Portal, created by the Punjab Information Technology Board (PITB). … Read more

Punjab government shares latest updates for students seeking driving license

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UAE new driving license valid only for two years?

Punjab Traffic Police has started a major crackdown on drivers without licenses in Lahore and across the province. This has led to a significant increase in people applying for driving licenses at traffic centers. In response to public demand for relief, Pakistan’s Interior Minister, Mohsin Naqvi, has announced a new update for senior citizens and … Read more

Punjab CM approves solar system project for 50,000 households

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Sindh to solarize government schools, announces energy minister

LAHORE: The Punjab government has approved 1Kv solar system project for 50,000 households across the province and directed the authorities concerned to start work on this venture immediately.

During a meeting in Lahore, Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz ordered to install 1KV solar system in various houses and evaluate the utility.

Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz directed to start the pilot project immediately.
Maryam Nawaz said that protected consumers who consume up to 100 units of electricity will be eligible, two solar plates, battery, inverter and wires will be given in one KV system.

The Punjab Chief Minister said that it will be able to run fans, lights and small motors etc. while the battery will provide a backup of up to 16 hours.

She said that the scope of solar system for domestic consumers will be expanded gradually.

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New IG Islamabad Ali Nasir Rizvi assumes charge  

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New IG

ISLAMABAD: The new Inspector General (IG) of the federal capital Islamabad, Ali Nasir Rizvi, took charge of his post.

IG Islamabad Ali Nasir Rizvi took charge of the post 22 days after the notification was issued, the notification of his appointment as IG Islamabad was issued on March 30.

On the other hand, DPO Sargodha Kamran Faisal has been posted as DIG Operations Lahore. The Punjab government has also issued a notification for the appointment of Kamran Faisal.

There was a conflict between the Ministry of Interior and the Punjab government on the appointment of Ali Nasir Rizvi as IG, in which the Punjab government had apologized for giving important officers to the federal government and refused to relieve the officer nominated for IG Islamabad.

On the issue of appointment of IG Islamabad, matters have been settled between the Ministry of Interior and the Punjab Government.

The newly appointed IG Islamabad Ali Nasir Rizvi has been relieved by the Punjab government. Ali Nasir Rizvi is currently posted as DIG Operations Lahore.

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Punjab government plans new expressways for improved travel infrastructure

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Punjab new expressways

Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has recently sanctioned a budget of Rs. 139.5 billion for the construction of five expressways connecting major districts within the province. Minister for Communication and Works Sohaib Ahmed revealed the ambitious projects, detailing the proposed expressways as follows: Bahawalpur N5 to Jhangra Sharqi Interchange Expressway, covering 42 kilometers with an allocated … Read more

Punjab Government Changes Office Timings for Ramadan 2024

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Punjab Government Changes Office Timings for Ramadan 2024

Muslims in Pakistan and some parts of the world are preparing to observe Ramadan in 2024. To align with fasting practices, the Punjab government has adjusted office hours for the Holy Month. Punjab Office Timings: Ramadan 2024 According to a notification from the recently elected government, offices operating five days a week will begin work … Read more

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