Lahore has gained international recognition after being ranked among the world’s safest major cities in the 2026 Numbeo Crime and Safety Index. Pakistan’s cultural capital recorded one of the lowest crime index scores among several globally recognized metropolitan areas, reflecting continued improvements in public safety, law enforcement, and citizens’ confidence. According to the latest Numbeo…
Pakistan’s National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has dismantled a major OTP fraud gang, arresting 27 suspects during coordinated raids in Lahore, Multan, and Faisalabad. The large-scale operation is one of the country’s biggest cybercrime crackdowns in recent months and highlights the government’s efforts to combat online financial fraud. According to NCCIA officials, the suspects…
A minor dispute over a juice payment turned violent in Lahore’s Manga Mandi area after three men allegedly opened fire at a food point owner and staff following an argument. Police have launched an investigation after CCTV footage of the incident surfaced online. According to police officials, the suspects, identified as Boda Jatt and two…
Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Pakistan Secretary General Ameer-ul-Azeem has passed away after a prolonged illness, leaving behind a legacy of political and organizational service spanning several decades. According to a Jamaat-e-Islami spokesperson, Ameer-ul-Azeem had been battling cancer for a long time. His funeral prayers will be offered at 5:00 pm at Mansoora, Lahore. Born in Lahore in…
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif and Portugal’s Ambassador to Pakistan, Paulo Domingues, reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations during a meeting in Lahore, with both sides exploring new opportunities for cooperation across multiple sectors. According to the Chief Minister’s Office, the discussions focused on expanding collaboration in trade, investment, agriculture, healthcare, tourism, renewable…
A second group of 337 Indian Sikh pilgrims arrived in Lahore through the Wagah Border to participate in the death anniversary commemorations of Maharaja Ranjit Singh. The pilgrims received a warm welcome from officials of the Pakistan Sikh Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (PSGPC), the Evacuee Trust Property Board (ETPB), and the Punjab government upon their arrival….
A massive gathering titled the “Shaheed-e-Ummat Conference” was held at Lahore’s iconic Minar-e-Pakistan, attracting hundreds of thousands of participants from across Pakistan, including men, women, and children. The conference was organized to pay tribute to the leadership and services of Ayatollah Syed Ali Khamenei while emphasizing themes of national unity, sovereignty, justice, and solidarity within…
A serious public health concern has emerged in Pakistan after a recent study revealed alarming levels of lead exposure among young children. The findings have triggered strong criticism from Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI), which has accused the federal government of failing to protect children from environmental hazards. According to a joint study conducted by the Ministry…
Deeba Shahnaz Akhter In 2024, Emergency Service Rescue 1122 achieved a significant milestone as Pakistan was honored with the United Nations INSARAG Chair for the Asia-Pacific region. This recognition followed its INSARAG classification and led to the hosting of three major international events: the International Rescue Challenge, the United Nations INSARAG Exercise in Lahore, and the…
