ISLAMABAD: Electricity consumers across Pakistan are set to face higher bills after the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) approved additional charges of around Rs46 billion. Nepra has allowed a Rs2.0581 per unit increase under the Fuel Cost Adjustment (FCA) for electricity consumed in July 2026. The adjustment will be reflected in consumers’ September bills….
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has launched a province-wide campaign against corruption and misuse of authority, directing officials to adopt a zero-tolerance approach and ensure swift action on complaints received from the public. A confidential cell has been established to investigate allegations of corruption and malpractices, with reports to be submitted directly to…
ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar has urged young people to seek guidance from the life and teachings of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), particularly by adopting values of truthfulness, trustworthiness, patience, tolerance and respect for parents. Addressing a one-day seminar titled “Seerat ka Paigham, Nojawanon ke Naam” at Islamabad Model College for Girls,…
LAHORE: The Punjab government has initiated another round of administrative reshuffling, transferring and appointing senior officers to key positions across municipal services, urban management, district administration and food administration. According to a notification issued by the Services & General Administration Department (S&GAD) on September 2, 2026, the transfers and postings have been made with immediate…
LAHORE: Lahore Zoo has expanded its wildlife collection with the arrival of 29 new animals from five species, increasing its total population of animals, birds and reptiles to 755. The new arrivals include five Burchell’s zebras, two Arabian oryx, 10 mouflon sheep, three hog deer and nine spotted deer. With the latest additions, the zoo’s…
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif is expected to travel to London this weekend to attend the graduation ceremony of her youngest daughter, according to sources. Sources said Maryam Nawaz is likely to remain in the British capital for two to three days. Her visit is expected to be primarily focused on the family…
GUANGZHOU: Pakistan and China have taken another step towards strengthening trade, investment and business cooperation with the signing of five memoranda of understanding (MoUs) at the fifth Pakistan Investment and Business Environment Exchange Forum 2026 in Guangzhou. The forum brought together government officials, business leaders, investors and representatives from both countries to explore new opportunities,…
ISLAMABAD: The district administration has opened the spillways of Rawal Dam after heavy rainfall in Islamabad and surrounding areas caused a significant rise in the reservoir’s water level. According to the Islamabad district administration, the water level at Rawal Dam has crossed 1,751 feet. The spillways were opened at around 2:30pm on Wednesday to manage…
MANSEHRA: The body of an Irish mountaineer who went missing while descending Musa Da Musalla peak in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Siran Valley has been recovered after an extensive search operation. The deceased, identified as Alexander, was found in a deep gorge in the Paracha Khatta area on Wednesday after several days of searching in difficult weather…
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has ordered the restructuring of the Directorate General Public Relations (DGPR) Punjab and directed immediate measures to clear outstanding payments owed to media organisations. A meeting chaired by Maryam Nawaz was held to review the performance and future structure of the provincial information department. Information and Culture Minister Azma…
