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Punjab 'mulls' extending school holidays, early market closures

The Punjab government is weighing a series of measures, including extending school holidays and curtailing market hours, sources said, in a bid to tackle an emerging energy crisis driven by global fuel supply disruptions due…

March 24, 2026
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Punjab enforces complete ban on tree cutting

The Punjab chief minister has ordered a total ban on tree cutting across the province, with prior approval from the Punjab Housing Authority now mandatory for any removal, officials said.

March 18, 2026
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Punjab Govt’s Subsidy Burden May Lead to Higher Metro Bus Fares

The rising prices of petroleum products are beginning to impact public transport, with the Punjab government reportedly considering an increase in Metro bus fares to ease the financial burden of subsidies, sources said on Saturday.

March 14, 2026
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Lahore on high alert ahead of Jumma prayers and Yom-e-Quds rallies

Lahore, along with the rest of Punjab, has been placed on high alert as authorities prepare for Jumma-tul-Wida prayers and Yom-e-Quds rallies on Friday, with over 83,000 police officers, officials, and community volunteers deployed.

March 13, 2026
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Rain and Hailstorms Bring Cooler Weather Across Punjab and Islamabad

LAHORE: The first spring rain accompanied by hailstorms brought a noticeable drop in temperatures across several cities of Punjab and the federal capital, making the holy month of Ramadan cooler and the weather more pleasant.

March 12, 2026
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16,000 Litres of Expired Cold Drinks, Juices Destroyed in Rawalpindi Raid

RAWALPINDI: Authorities have destroyed 16,000 litres of expired cold drinks and juices during a raid carried out by the Punjab Food Authority in Rawalpindi as part of an ongoing crackdown against the sale of substandard…

March 7, 2026
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Security Tightened in Islamabad Amid Protest Alert

ISLAMABAD: Security has been placed on high alert in the federal capital amid fears of possible protests, with authorities tightening security around the government district.

March 6, 2026
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Government inaugurates e-taxi scheme

Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz inaugurated Pakistan’s first e-taxi scheme, including 1100 electric vehicles in the first phase, 30 percent quota for women and government assistance in down payment.

February 26, 2026
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Decision to give government schools on contract; Is this a bloodbath on the right to free education?

The Punjab government has decided to give government schools in the province on contract.

February 26, 2026
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Two Policemen Martyred in Suicide Attack on Checkpost in Bhakkar

At least two policemen were martyred and another injured in a suicide attack on the Dajal checkpost in Punjab’s Bhakkar district on Tuesday, police officials confirmed.

February 24, 2026
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All schools with dangerous buildings ordered to be evacuated immediately

The Punjab School Education Department has ordered the immediate evacuation and sealing of school buildings declared dangerous and partially dangerous across the province.

February 24, 2026
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Free body transfer service starts for the first time in Punjab, CM Maryam Nawaz approves

It has been decided to start a free body transfer service for the first time in Punjab. Maryam Nawaz approved the start of an ambulance service to transfer the body from the hospital to the…

February 23, 2026
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Punjab Airlines set to resume flights from April

The airline of the Punjab government will start operations in April. Initially, seven passenger planes are being purchased for Punjab Airlines.

February 20, 2026
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Motorways in Punjab shutdown due to thick fog

Different sections of the motorway in Punjab were closed for traffic on Thursday on account of fog. M-2 was closed from Lahore to Kot Momin for traffic, while M-11, connecting Lahore to Sialkot, was also…