Rahim Yar Khan (Staff Report): Deputy Commissioner Khurram Pervaiz has declared Wednesday, October 1, 2025, a local holiday across the district on the occasion of the Urs of Hazrat Khawaja Ghulam Fareed (R.A.). According to the official notification issued by the DC’s office, the holiday will be observed within the revenue limits of Rahim Yar…
Lahore (Staff Report): The Punjab government has announced a three-shift schooling system to accommodate thousands of students affected by recent floods, which have forced the closure of over 3,000 schools across the province. Meeting with UNICEF Provincial Minister for School Education, Rana Sikandar Hayat, shared details of the plan during a meeting with UNICEF’s Representative…
Saudi Arabia’s Grand Mufti, Sheikh Abdulaziz Al-Sheikh, has passed away, the Royal Court confirmed on Tuesday through state broadcaster Al-Ekhbariya. He was the Kingdom’s highest-ranking religious authority and served as the head of the Council of Senior Scholars. His funeral prayer will be offered today at Imam Turki bin Abdullah Mosque in Riyadh. Nationwide Funeral…
Sindh Senior Minister for Information, Transport, and Mass Transit Sharjeel Inam Memon announced that the much-anticipated Pink Scooter scheme will officially begin this week in Karachi. These scooters will be handed over to women free of cost, aiming to make their daily travel easier and safer. The announcement was made during his visit to review…
Rawalpindi (Staff Report): The Punjab government has announced the launch of 80 electric buses in Rawalpindi by mid-October 2025, introducing a modern public transport system aimed at reducing air pollution and easing urban congestion in the twin cities. Rawalpindi Deputy Commissioner Dr. Hassan Waqar Cheema confirmed that the buses will operate across 10 newly designated…
Lahore (Staff Report): Punjab traffic police have intensified their crackdown on one-way traffic violations, issuing 29,704 challans in October — almost double the 15,000 fines issued last month. Lahore Tops the List According to Lahore Traffic Police, the provincial capital alone accounted for over 10,000 challans. Each violation carries a fine of Rs. 2,000, making…
Sahibzada Farhan’s career resurgence reached a new high during Pakistan’s five-wicket win over Sri Lanka in the Asia Cup. Opening the batting, Farhan scored 24 runs off 15 balls, helping his team secure victory and propelling himself into an elite club of Pakistani T20 run-scorers. This prestigious list includes Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, and Shan…
Pakistan has reaffirmed its ban on Indian commercial airlines, military flights, and India-registered aircraft from using its airspace. The decision, announced through a new Notice to Airmen (NOTAM), extends a restriction that has already lasted 210 consecutive days. ✈️ Why Did Pakistan Close Its Airspace? The closure began after India suspended the Indus Water Treaty…
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Wildlife Department has announced a sweeping ban on hunting across 57 rivers, dams, lakes, ponds, and barrages in the province. The restriction will remain in place until December 2025 to protect biodiversity and waterfowl populations. 🚫 Ban on Hunting in Protected Areas According to the official notification: Hunting in all 57…
The Ministry of Religious Affairs has officially opened applications for the Private Hajj Scheme 2026, offering thousands of Pakistanis the chance to perform the sacred pilgrimage next year. According to the notification, the total quota for private Hajj operators has been fixed at 60,000 pilgrims, divided between new and previously registered applicants. 📌 Quota Breakdown…
