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Government to Cover Costs of Boats in Flood-Hit Areas
In response to reports of flood victims being charged for boat rescues, the Punjab government has moved to regulate all private boats in flood-affected areas, pledging to
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Maryam Nawaz’s Big Move for Flood Victims
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has announced a special flood relief package for affected families. She said heirs of those who lost their lives and homeowners with complete
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US Rushes Flood Relief Aid to Pakistan Amid Crisis
The United States has approved a relief package for Pakistan following the recent floods that have devastated several regions of the country. According to the State Department, the
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Senate Grills SBP Over Governor’s Salary
The Senate Standing Committee on Finance has raised questions about the salary of the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Governor. At a meeting chaired by Senator Muhammad Abdul
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Govt Approves New Gas Connections for Domestic Consumers
the federal government has ended the ban on new gas connections, allowing domestic consumers to access pipelines after an eight-year hiatus. The restriction, first imposed in 2017
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High Costs, Delays Threaten Solar Adoption in Punjab
The Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO) has announced a major policy shift that threatens to raise the cost of solar energy adoption across Punjab. According to a notification
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Punjab Deploys First Airlift Drone for Flood Rescues
The Punjab government has launched Pakistan’s first emergency airlift drone service to strengthen disaster response and rescue operations in flood-hit areas. According to the Home Department,
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ATC Gives Jail to PTI Leaders
An anti-terrorism court (ATC) in Lahore has sentenced senior Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders Yasmin Rashid and Ejaz Chaudhry to 10 years in prison in connection
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Flood Alert in Punjab as India Releases More Water into Sutlej
India has released more water into the Sutlej River, triggering a flood alert across Punjab and forcing authorities to begin mass evacuations. The Ministry of Water Resources confirmed
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Govt Announces Relief for Flood Victims
The federal government has announced major relief measures in electricity bills for families affected by recent floods. Federal Minister Rana Tanveer Hussain said several charges will be removed
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Punjab Approves BS Degrees for Teacher Promotions
Punjab has announced a major decision for teachers holding BS degrees. The School Education Department has now approved BS degrees as equal to a 16-year qualification. This
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India Releases Pakistani Prisoners at Wagah Border
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.
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Govt Targets Power Theft with Smart Meter Rollout
Pakistan is moving to clamp down on power theft and inefficiency with a countrywide rollout of AMI smart meters. The Power Division has confirmed that all conventional three-
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Yamaha to Stop Making Bikes in Pakistan
Motorcycle maker Yamaha announced on Tuesday it will halt its manufacturing operations in Pakistan, ending its production presence in the country but pledging to remain connected with riders
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TikTok Ban Extends to GB Police Amid Rising Misuse
In Gilgit-Baltistan, police officers and personnel have been barred from using TikTok, following a directive from the inspector general’s office aimed at preserving the force’s
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Frontier Works Organization Inks MOU With US Firm on Minerals
Embassy Islamabad Acting Deputy Chief of Mission Zach Harkenrider accompanied a delegation led by U.S. Strategic Metals (USSM) to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Pakistan’