Pakistan Railways has officially launched an upgraded Awam Express train service operating between Peshawar and Karachi in an effort to improve passenger comfort and travel facilities on one of the country’s major railway routes. The inauguration ceremony was held at Peshawar Cantt Railway Station, where Railways Secretary Syed Mazhar Ali Shah formally inaugurated the upgraded…
Authorities at Jinnah International Airport have intensified Ebola screening and health surveillance measures for international arrivals as Pakistan strengthens precautionary efforts ahead of the return of Hajj pilgrims from Saudi Arabia. According to health officials, enhanced monitoring procedures are being implemented for passengers arriving from abroad, particularly travellers coming from African countries affected by recent…
Pakistan has intensified health screening and surveillance measures at airports nationwide after the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the Ebola outbreak in Uganda and Democratic Republic of the Congo a global health emergency. According to the Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination, strict precautionary measures are being implemented at all airports across the…
Abdul Kareem has directed police officers across Punjab to strictly enforce a zero-tolerance policy against crimes involving women and children, emphasizing stronger accountability and improved policing measures throughout the province. The directive was issued during a general meeting held at Police Lines in Faisalabad, where the Punjab IG highlighted the vision of Chief Minister Maryam…
Pakistan-mediated negotiations between Iran and the United States have reportedly shown major breakthrough signs as diplomatic efforts continue to de-escalate tensions and move toward a possible agreement after months of conflict. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the latest round of negotiations has resulted in “encouraging progress” toward a framework understanding between Iran and…
Maryam Nawaz has approved a Rs50,000 fine for individuals found dumping animal waste and sacrificial remains in streets, neighbourhoods, and prohibited public places during Eid ul Adha across Punjab. The decision was made during a video-link meeting chaired by the Punjab chief minister to finalise comprehensive cleanliness and sanitation arrangements for Eid ul Adha throughout…
The governments of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Sindh have officially announced four public holidays on the occasion of Eid ul Adha, extending the festive break from Tuesday, May 26, to Friday, May 29. According to official notifications issued by both provincial governments, all government offices and public institutions operating under the provincial administrations will remain closed…
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) staged nationwide protests across multiple cities on Friday, including Islamabad, Peshawar and Lahore, against the imprisonment of former prime minister Imran Khan, rising inflation and increasing fuel prices. The protests were organised despite the enforcement of Section 144 and strict police arrangements aimed at limiting public gatherings. A day earlier, PTI and…
The evacuation and deportation process of illegally residing foreign nationals in Punjab is continuing under strict security arrangements, according to officials from the Punjab Police. Authorities confirmed that more than 35,000 illegal foreign nationals, including Afghan citizens, have so far been deported from various districts across the province, including Lahore. According to the Punjab Police…
Islamabad Traffic Police has finalised a comprehensive traffic management plan for Eid ul Adha cattle markets across the federal capital to ensure smooth traffic flow during the busy holiday season. Chief Traffic Officer Muhammad Sarfraz Virk announced that more than 350 traffic officers and personnel will be deployed under the special Eid traffic arrangement. The…
