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The Government of Punjab has officially announced the winter vacation schedule for all schools across the province. According to the notification, the winter holidays will begin on December 23, 2025, and continue until January 10, 2026. This schedule applies to both public and private schools, ensuring that all educational institutions
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Floodwaters across Sindh and Punjab are gradually receding, with provincial authorities reporting improved conditions in rivers and barrages. Rescue and relief operations remain active as thousands continue to be evacuated and supported in affected areas. Read more: Punjab Enforces New Rule on Parrot Registration At Guddu and Sukkur barrages, water
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The Punjab Wildlife Department has made it compulsory to register several parrot species, including Alexandrine, Rose-ringed, Slaty-headed, and Plum-headed parrots. The new rules aim to stop illegal trading and improve conservation efforts. Read more: Punjab Launches First E-Taxi Scheme with Online Applications According to the notification,
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The Punjab government has launched its first E-Taxi Scheme under the Transport Vision 2030, introducing eco-friendly and affordable travel options for citizens. Read more: Over 1,000 new posts announced in PR In the first phase, 1,100 electric taxis will be distributed. Applications are now open at
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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 change allows thousands of teachers to become eligible for promotions. Read more: Yamaha to Stop Making Bikes in Pakistan In the past,
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Punjab’s flagship doorstep service initiative, Maryam Ke Dastak, has received more than 900,000 requests from citizens across the province, with over 700,000 already resolved, according to officials at the Punjab Information Technology Board (PITB). These figures were shared during a progress review meeting chaired by PITB Chairman
Business
The Punjab Safe Cities Authority (PSCA) has issued a strong warning to buyers and sellers of used vehicles, cautioning that unverified traffic fines could lead to serious legal trouble. In its latest advisory, the authority explained that unpaid e-challans stay attached to the vehicle, not the person. This means
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Islamabad: At least 10 people lost their lives and 13 others were injured in various rain-related incidents across the country over the past 24 hours, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) reported on Tuesday. According to official data, the latest fatalities include four deaths each in Punjab and Khyber
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Punjab has launched a landmark initiative to help prisoners maintain closer ties with their families during incarceration. Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has approved a new policy that allows eligible inmates to live temporarily with their immediate families inside jail premises, a move described as the first of its kind in
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The Punjab Safe Cities Authority (PSCA) has introduced a new email-based complaint system aimed at helping citizens challenge incorrect e-challans without physically visiting traffic offices. This initiative allows vehicle owners to dispute fines they believe were wrongly issued by simply sending an email to etclhr@psca.gop.pk.
Health
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has given the green light for the transfer of surplus teachers across the province, as part of a broader effort to address teacher shortages in government schools. The School Education Department confirmed that the rationalisation process has officially commenced. Under this initiative, surplus teachers
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The Punjab government has launched a new QR code system for property tax notices in an effort to tackle fake challans and boost transparency. The updated system, introduced on July 15, was announced by Director General of Excise Umar Sher Chatha. In the first phase, 2.5 million tax notices