Technology
TCL, Pakistan’s No.1 LED TV brand, celebrated the grand launch of its biggest flagship store in the country with a vibrant inauguration event held in the bustling area of Chauburji, Lahore. This flagship outlet is TCL’s 20th store in Pakistan, further reinforcing its expanding retail footprint and
Government
The colorful Basant festival is set to return to Lahore from February 6, ending an 18-year ban on the historic event. The festival will be celebrated over three days under strict rules announced by the Punjab government to ensure public safety. Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has declared a
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Famous Pakistani YouTuber Saad ur Rehman, known as Ducky Bhai, has broken his silence after spending 100 days in jail. In an emotional video he apologized to his fans and the nation for any harm caused by his content. On August 17, 2025, Saad and his wife Aroob Jatoi were
education
As Punjab's smog levels worsen, particularly in Lahore, there is increasing discussion about whether the government will declare early winter breaks for schools. Due to dry weather, air pollution has increased and may get worse over the next few days, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department. Read more:
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The Punjab government has taken a major step toward reviving Basant by updating the Punjab Prohibition of Kite Flying Ordinance, 2001. The new rules introduce strict registration requirements for kite manufacturers, sellers, and kite-flying associations ahead of the festival. Read more: Daraz Pakistan to Stream “Pakistan Idol” Digitally, Bringing
weather
Winter has arrived in Pakistan and the air is getting colder, along with the pleasant chill, the thick layer of smog has also returned, covering the city once again. The combination of cold weather and pollution has made the air unhealthy to breathe, repeating the same problem residents faced last
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Police have arrested five people in connection with the murder of Ahmed Javed, the only son of a well-known college owner in Lahore. The main suspect, Abubakar, and two security guards are among those taken into custody. The incident took place in DHA, where Ahmed was shot dead after
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India released 67 Pakistani prisoners at the Wagah-Attari border on Tuesday. The group included 53 fishermen and 14 civilians who had been in Indian jails for years. Officials said most of the freed Pakistanis are from Karachi and coastal areas of Sindh. Many fishermen were arrested after crossing into
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The flood situation in Punjab has worsened as water levels in major rivers continue to rise. The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) confirmed that the Ravi River at Shahdara has reached a dangerous flow of 215,000 cusecs, classifying it as a “very high flood.” Officials linked the surge to
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In a significant move to combat Lahore’s worsening air quality, the Punjab government is preparing to launch Pakistan’s first fleet of AI-powered dust suppression vehicles. According to the Environment Department, testing has been completed and 15 vehicles are ready to be deployed across Lahore’s most polluted
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The Punjab Food Authority (PFA) destroyed over 2,270 kilogrammes of unsafe poultry meat during a surprise operation at Lahore’s Tollinton Market, one of the city's busiest centres for meat distribution. The early morning inspection was part of a wider campaign targeting the sale of low-quality
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Lahore is set to introduce electric trams to its public transport system, marking another step toward environmentally friendly urban mobility. The initiative follows the recent deployment of electric buses in the city and is aimed at reducing air pollution and traffic congestion. According to a spokesperson for the Orange Line