The ban on heavy vehicles entering Karachi during daytime hours has been extended for an additional two months, according to a notification issued by Commissioner Karachi Hassan Naqvi under Section 144. Heavy vehicles will not be allowed to enter the city between 6:00 AM and 10:00 PM, with exemptions for vehicles transporting water, oil, oxygen, medical supplies, and other essential goods. The

Revenue authorities in Balochistan intercepted a major drug smuggling attempt, seizing hashish worth over Rs. 270 million. Customs Enforcement officials at Gadani stopped a Hino truck (registration SEA-312, traveling from Zhob to Quetta) at the Customs Check Post Khurkhera based on intelligence reports. Officers recovered 109.5 kilograms of hashish hidden in concealed compartments within the

The Punjab government has announced strict safety measures for the upcoming Basant festival, making it mandatory for motorcyclists to install safety wires on their vehicles to prevent deaths and injuries caused by sharp kite strings. The Lahore district administration has submitted Basant Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to the Home Department for approval, with celebrations proposed for

Snowfall at Babusar Pass in Upper Kaghan has drawn large numbers of tourists, with families from Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa flocking to witness the area’s stunning winter scenery and chilly weather. The route to Babusar Top treats travelers to breathtaking vistas of towering mountains, winding rivers such as the Kunhar, the crystal-clear Sowani waterfall, and abundant trout fish along the way.

The Federal Board of Revenue is preparing wide-ranging tax relief proposals for the salaried class in the upcoming federal budget, following clear directives from Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to ease the financial burden on working individuals. Senior officials say the move is aimed at providing meaningful relief to employees who have faced rising inflation and living costs while continuing to

Following the heartbreaking death of a three-year-old boy who fell into an open manhole near NIPA Chowrangi in Karachi, renewed attention has been drawn to how countries around the world manage manhole safety and prevent such fatal accidents. The incident has sparked public outrage and intensified calls for stronger infrastructure oversight and accountability.

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has launched the second phase of the Lahore Development Plan, marking a major push to upgrade urban infrastructure across the provincial capital. Under this phase, a total of 6,284 streets in different parts of Lahore will be improved to enhance road conditions, drainage, and overall neighborhood accessibility.

Punjab has launched a comprehensive cleanliness and sanitation upgrade under the Clean Punjab initiative, aiming to modernize waste management and improve public hygiene across the province. Traditional brooms are being replaced with electric vehicles and mechanical sweepers, ensuring that streets, alleys, and public spaces are cleaned daily, including Sundays.

The Punjab Forest Department has successfully reclaimed 800 acres of Lal Sohanra National Park that had been under illegal occupation for almost forty years. The large-scale operation involved senior officials, GIS experts, forest officers, and heavy machinery to remove encroachments and restore the area to its natural state.

Pakistan has officially granted Kyrgyzstan access to the Arabian Sea, providing the landlocked Central Asian nation with a direct route to international markets. This move coincides with the signing of 15 comprehensive agreements between Islamabad and Bishkek, covering a wide range of sectors including trade, energy, agriculture, ports, customs, education, defence, mining, and cultural exchange.