The Punjab government is preparing to launch a province-wide crackdown on littering and improper waste disposal starting January 1, introducing strict penalties to promote cleanliness and environmental responsibility. The initiative aims to deter individuals and businesses from polluting public spaces, waterways, and residential areas.

An Islamabad district court has ordered Airblue to pay Rs. 5.4 billion in compensation to the families of eight victims of the 2010 Airblue plane crash, rejecting the airline’s appeal and reaffirming its liability. The verdict was announced by Additional District Judge III (West), Dr. Rasool Bukhsh Mirjat, who also imposed an additional Rs. 1 million penalty on Airblue for delaying the legal

The Karachi administration has extended the ban on motor cab rickshaws across 25 major roads in the city for another two months to ease traffic congestion and improve road safety. The decision, taken on the recommendation of traffic police, is aimed at ensuring smoother traffic flow and reducing accidents on key arteries of Karachi.

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.