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Maryam Nawaz, Portuguese envoy agree to expand Pakistan-Portugal cooperation

Dua Sehar2 days ago02 mins

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…

Rawalpindi Ring Road inauguration faces delay over fresh NOC dispute

Dua Sehar4 days ago02 mins

The Rawalpindi Ring Road project has once again become the centre of controversy, with a fresh legal dispute over a No-Objection Certificate (NOC) casting uncertainty over its planned inauguration on August 14. Although construction of the main route has been completed, the latest dispute surrounding the approval of a proposed service area has delayed final…

Punjab Launches Interest-Free Housing Safety Loan Scheme for Unsafe Homes

Dua Sehar1 week ago04 mins

The Punjab government has announced a major housing initiative aimed at improving the safety and living conditions of families residing in structurally weak homes. Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has approved the Apna Ghar, Mehfooz Ghar programme under the existing Apni Chhat, Apna Ghar initiative, introducing interest-free loans for repairing unsafe houses and constructing additional…

CM Maryam Orders Sweeping Prison Reforms to Turn Jails into Rehabilitation Centres

Dua Sehar2 weeks ago02 mins

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has announced a comprehensive prison reform programme aimed at transforming jails across the province into modern rehabilitation centres focused on education, vocational training, mental health, and inmate welfare. Chairing a high-level meeting in Lahore, the chief minister directed authorities to improve prison infrastructure, reduce overcrowding, and ensure the protection of…

Punjab Proposes Higher Sales Tax on Restaurant Card and Digital Payments

Dua Sehar4 weeks ago02 mins

Long SEO Description The Punjab government has proposed increasing the sales tax on restaurant bills paid through debit cards, credit cards, and other digital payment methods as part of its revenue generation strategy for the upcoming fiscal year. According to the proposal, customers choosing electronic payment options at restaurants may have to pay a higher…

Punjab Extends Cinema Operating Hours to 11PM, Boosting Film Industry

Dua Sehar1 month ago03 mins

The Punjab government has officially extended cinema operating hours until 11PM, providing significant relief to Pakistan’s film industry and movie theatre operators. The decision reverses earlier restrictions introduced under provincial austerity measures, which effectively limited many cinemas to an 8PM closing time because they were located inside shopping malls and commercial centers. The move has…

Centre Seeks Rs1.7 Trillion Cut in Provincial NFC Share, Says KP Finance Adviser

Dua Sehar1 month ago05 mins

Centre Seeks Rs1.7 Trillion Cut in Provincial NFC Share, Says KP Finance Adviser ISLAMABAD – Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Finance Adviser Muzammil Aslam has claimed that the federal government is seeking a reduction of Rs1.7 trillion in the provinces’ share under the National Finance Commission (NFC) Award, while also urging provincial governments to increase tax collection and…

PHA Accelerates Digital Transformation with Comprehensive Office Digitization Plan

Dua Sehar1 month ago03 mins

PHA Accelerates Digital Transformation with Comprehensive Office Digitization Plan LAHORE – The Punjab Horticulture Authority (PHA) has launched a major digitization initiative aimed at modernizing administrative operations, improving transparency, and enhancing efficiency across all offices operating under its authority. The move marks another important step in the Punjab government’s broader vision of promoting e-governance and…

Maryam Nawaz Vows Strict Enforcement of Smoking Ban Across Punjab

Dua Sehar2 months ago04 mins

Maryam Nawaz Vows Strict Enforcement of Smoking Ban Across Punjab LAHORE – Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has reaffirmed her government’s commitment to protecting public health by ensuring the strict enforcement of smoking bans in educational institutions and public places across the province. Her message was issued on the occasion of World No Tobacco…

CM Maryam Nawaz Undergoes Major Surgery At Lahore Hospital

Dua Sehar2 months ago02 mins

Maryam Nawaz has undergone a major surgical procedure at Sharif Medical City Hospital and has since been shifted back home, according to Punjab Senior Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb. The update was shared by Aurangzeb through a post on social media platform X, where she confirmed that the surgery was successfully completed and that the chief minister…