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 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 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 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…
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…
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…
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 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…
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has inaugurated “Marka-e-Haq Square” in Rawalpindi, marking a significant milestone in the Signal-Free Rawalpindi project. The large-scale infrastructure initiative has successfully completed five underpasses, two overhead bridges, and a pedestrian bridge in just 179 days, beating the original 190-day deadline. This project is being described as one of Pakistan’s most…
The Punjab government has introduced a comprehensive set of safety regulations for kite-flying ahead of the Basant Festival 2027, aiming to ensure public safety while reviving the traditional celebration. The new rules have been issued under the directives of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, with December 30, 2026 set as the deadline for full implementation….
