Peshawar High Court Seeks Documents in KP CM Muhammad Sohail Afridi Petition Against Election Commission of Pakistan Notice
The Peshawar High Court has directed legal representatives of Muhammad Sohail Afridi to submit additional…
Peshawar High Court Seeks Documents in KP CM Muhammad Sohail Afridi Petition Against Election Commission of Pakistan Notice
The Peshawar High Court has directed legal representatives of Muhammad Sohail Afridi to submit additional documents in a petition challenging a notice issued by the Election Commission of Pakistan. The case was heard by a two-member bench comprising Justice Syed Arshad Ali and Justice Farah Jamshed, who stated that the matter would be decided on…
Balochistan Launches One-Month Free Vehicle Registration Campaign
The Balochistan government has launched a one-month free vehicle and motorcycle registration campaign aimed at providing relief to citizens and improving compliance across the province. According to officials, the initiative was approved by Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti following rising fuel prices, which had impacted vehicle owners. Director General Excise and Taxation Muhammad Ayub Hazara…
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Reviews Fines for Outsourced Hospitals Over Service Complaints
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Health Department has initiated a review of penalties imposed on private organisations managing outsourced government hospitals following rising complaints about poor service delivery. Under the current system, overseen by the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Health Foundation, private partners can be fined up to 10% of their total budget for failing to meet contractual obligations….
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Plans Electric Scooters for Women and Students
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has approved a new initiative to provide electric scooters to working women and female students, aiming to promote eco-friendly transport and women’s empowerment. The decision was taken during a meeting chaired by Chief Minister Muhammad Sohail Afridi, where multiple development projects were reviewed under the Annual Development Programme (ADP) 2026-27. Officials…
Bhata Ground Cattle Market Auction Stalls Over Rs4 Billion Reserve Price
The auction process for the Bhata Ground Cattle Market has hit a deadlock after bidders rejected the Rs4 billion reserve price set by authorities. The market, located in Rawalpindi, is one of the largest livestock trading centres serving both Rawalpindi and Islamabad, especially during Eid ul Adha. According to reports, bidders formed a unified stance…
Railways Police Pakistan Training Centre Found Lacking Basic Facilities and Standards
An inspection of the Railways Police Pakistan training centre has revealed serious shortcomings in infrastructure and training standards, raising concerns about the quality of facilities provided to trainees. During a visit to the centre in Lahore, Inspector General Muhammad Wisal Fakhar Sultan expressed strong dissatisfaction with the existing arrangements. The IG observed that trainees were…
Unseasonal Rain and Hail Damage Wheat Crop in Sargodha and Central Punjab
Unseasonal rain, hail, and strong winds have caused significant damage to standing wheat crops in parts of central Punjab, particularly in Sargodha, raising concerns among farmers and market stakeholders. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department, the current spell of wet weather is linked to a strong westerly system and is expected to continue until mid-April,…
Punjab Plans Expansion of Free Transport Services Through Private Operators
The Punjab government has approved plans to expand its free public transport programme to 17 districts, aiming to provide relief to commuters amid rising fuel prices. The decision was taken during a meeting chaired by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, where officials reviewed the impact of increasing oil prices on transport fares. Under the plan,…
Donald Trump Pauses Iran Strikes as Shehbaz Sharif Secures Ceasefire Talks
Donald Trump has paused planned strikes on Iran for two weeks following diplomatic outreach by Shehbaz Sharif, as both sides signal a move toward de-escalation. According to officials, Pakistan announced that Iran and the United States, along with their allies, have agreed to an immediate ceasefire. The agreement is expected to extend to conflict-affected areas,…
Pakistan Army Condemns Attacks on Saudi Arabia, Warns of Threat to Regional Peace
The Pakistan Army has strongly condemned recent attacks on sites in Saudi Arabia, warning that such actions could seriously undermine ongoing peace and mediation efforts in the region. The condemnation came during the 274th Corps Commanders’ Conference held at the General Headquarters in Rawalpindi, chaired by Asim Munir. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations, the…
