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Punjab health workers to shut OPD tomorrow, threaten full boycott of polio drive

Protest leaders criticized government for leaving workers unemployed after 20-25 years of service

Published 10 Apr, 2025 05:46pm

Pakistan

Protests continue for third day against privatization of government hospitals in Punjab

Health department employees from various cities have gathered outside the provincial assembly

Published 09 Apr, 2025 11:50pm

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Punjab sets record of more than 3,000 children’s heart surgeries in just six months

Children from all provinces from Pakistan are treated under program initiated by Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif

Published 01 Apr, 2025 09:13pm

Pakistan

World Bank unlocks $300 million lifeline to clear Punjab’s toxic air

Massive funding aims to slash smog, save lives, and clean Punjab’s skies

Published 29 Mar, 2025 05:49pm

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Crackdown on profiteers: Lahore police detains 335 retailers during Ramazan

District administration is committed to ensuring fair prices and quality products for citizens

Published 26 Mar, 2025 06:46pm

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Punjab Police updates character certificate system to clear innocents’ records

New policy offers relief to students, travellers, and job seekers who faced wrongful accusations

Published 24 Feb, 2025 05:38pm

Pakistan

Here are new subject groups for matriculation students in Punjab

This change will take effect from April 2025

Published 22 Jan, 2025 11:33am

Pakistan

Punjab to build Pakistan’s first AI univeristy, says CM Maryam

Launches another scheme providing up to Rs30 million loans

Published 16 Jan, 2025 04:38pm

Pakistan

Last day to register for CM Punjab’s solar panel scheme

Registration can be completed online through a dedicated portal

Published 05 Jan, 2025 03:18pm

Pakistan

Punjab announces deadline for Free Solar Panel scheme registration

Helpline will be established to assist consumers with registration and installation

Updated 04 Jan, 2025 06:57pm

Pakistan

Punjab govt to provide warm clothing for schoolchildren

Distribution will take place in Lahore

Published 03 Jan, 2025 03:45pm

Pakistan

See details as Punjab CM announces ‘Solarization for Agricultural Tubewells’ programme

Programme will help convert 8,000 agricultural tubewells in Punjab to solar energy

Published 03 Jan, 2025 12:38am

Pakistan

Punjab to launch e-taxi service inspired by Chinese model

E-taxi service will operate 24/7 in all major cities

Published 30 Dec, 2024 09:46am

Pakistan

Punjab tube well solarization scheme: Who is eligible and how to apply

The deadline is only a few days away

Published 29 Dec, 2024 12:52pm

Pakistan

CDWP approves revised PC-I for Rawalpindi Ring Road project

Revised plan aims to meet the increasing transportation demands of the region

Published 14 Dec, 2024 04:19pm

Pakistan

Punjab shuffles prison officials ahead of PTI protests

298 officials have been transferred or posted

Published 20 Nov, 2024 05:20pm

Pakistan

Fact check: Punjab govt declares holiday on Khadim Hussain Rizvi’s death anniversary

Claims began to circulate on social media, Whatsapp groups

Published 20 Nov, 2024 02:58pm

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Punjab govt declares health emergency: complete lockdown in Lahore and Multan this weekend

Restrictions are expected to be intensified in areas severely affected by smog

Updated 15 Nov, 2024 03:58pm

Pakistan

PTI rally in Swabi: Convoys from Peshawar, Punjab travel to venue

Police personnel will operate under the authority of the RPO Rawalpindi

Updated 09 Nov, 2024 03:02pm

Pakistan

Punjab closes schools, colleges up to 12th grade amid smog crisis

Crop residue burning a key contributor to smog crisis

Updated 06 Nov, 2024 08:01pm

Pakistan

Punjab increases penalties for forest offences under new regulations

Provincial government set to establish Forest Protection Force

Published 06 Nov, 2024 12:51am

Pakistan

Punjab’s Public Accounts Committee to prioritise underperforming departments

Second meeting is scheduled for tomorrow (Wednesday)

Published 06 Nov, 2024 12:46am

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Smog season in Pakistan: How air purifiers work and where to buy them

Air purifiers are especially crucial for individuals sensitive to air quality

Published 05 Nov, 2024 11:50am

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Punjab Govt introduces free travel for disabled individuals on Orange line, Metro bus

Free travel service will be offered daily

Published 05 Nov, 2024 11:22am

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Shutdown of all education institutions in Lahore proposed for three days

The proposal also suggests implementing a “green lockdown” in Gulberg

Published 04 Nov, 2024 02:51pm

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KP govt doubles down on PIA buying plan, Punjab says no such intentions

Bukhari questioned the feasibility of a debt-ridden province like KP acquiring PIA

Published 04 Nov, 2024 02:21pm

Pakistan

Lahore imposes ‘Green Lockdown’ to combat smog

The lockdown restrictions include a complete ban on construction activities

Published 30 Oct, 2024 05:39pm

Pakistan

Punjab govt to bring eco-friendly buses to 5 cities

The buses will ease traffic congestion and air pollution

Published 27 Oct, 2024 10:53am

Pakistan

Maryam warns Gandapur against violating law in Punjab

Nawaz criticized the KP government's actions, asking it to work for people

Published 25 Sep, 2024 04:59pm

Pakistan

Punjab expands free wifi program to more cities

7.7 million users have used th e internet so far

Published 22 Sep, 2024 09:15am