Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has issued a Rs5 billion defamation notice to Federal Minister Chaudhry Salik Hussain over his allegations of widespread corruption in the province. The legal notice demands an unconditional apology, withdrawal of the statements and financial compensation. It has also been served on an ARY News anchor and the private television…
Political differences between the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) and its coalition partner, the Pakistan Muslim League-Quaid (PML-Q), are resurfacing in Gujrat, with disagreements over political influence, administrative responsibilities and local leadership creating uncertainty ahead of the proposed local government elections. The tensions have also highlighted internal differences within the PML-N’s district organisation. Local leaders and…
Retired Captain Muhammad Safdar has faced criticism following his remarks about women advocating bodily autonomy and his description of late human rights activist and senior lawyer Asma Jahangir as “cursed”. The comments, made during a Khatm-i-Nabuwwat rally in Chiniot, prompted reactions from Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, social media users and leading lawyers’ organisations. During…
The Punjab government has introduced a new economic initiative aimed at transforming districts across the province into centres of investment, business activity and economic growth. The plan focuses on strengthening local economies, creating business opportunities and encouraging investment beyond major urban areas. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, the provincial government is seeking…
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has announced that eligible stroke patients will receive a life-saving injection worth approximately Rs300,000 free of charge under the provincial government’s Stroke Card programme. The initiative was introduced at a ceremony in Lahore as part of efforts to improve access to essential healthcare services. Addressing the event, Maryam Nawaz discussed…
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has invited Saudi citizens to explore the province’s tourist destinations, highlighting its cultural heritage, historic landmarks, hospitality and culinary traditions. She also called for stronger economic cooperation between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, with particular emphasis on investment opportunities and agricultural exports. Maryam Nawaz made the remarks during a meeting with…
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has approved a 10-day Basant festival in Lahore, with celebrations scheduled from January 29 to February 7, 2027. The festival will include a one-day break on February 5 to mark Kashmir Day, according to the plan approved by the Punjab chief minister. Describing the event as a special gift for…
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has pledged to use all available resources to promote tourism across the province, highlighting Punjab’s natural beauty, historical heritage and cultural attractions as major opportunities for tourism and economic development. In her message on World Tourism Day, Maryam Nawaz said Punjab has tremendous tourism potential and stressed the importance of…
The Punjab government is planning to establish a Rescue 1122 station in Chakwal this year to improve emergency response and provide faster medical, fire and rescue assistance to residents. Parliamentary Secretary to the Chief Minister’s Inspection Team Chaudhry Haider Sultan discussed the proposed facility with Provincial Minister for Specialized Healthcare and Medical Education Khawaja Salman…
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly has passed a majority resolution seeking action against Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz under Article 6 of the Constitution, intensifying political tensions between the governments of Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The resolution was approved during Friday’s session after the house suspended its scheduled agenda. KP Law Minister Aftab Alam Afridi moved…
