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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 Punjab's Bhakkar

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…

February 19, 2026
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Light rain in parts of Lahore and its adjacent areas early morning turned the weather pleasant

Light rain brings weather pleasant in Lahore

Light rain in parts of Lahore and its adjacent areas early Wednesday morning turned the weather pleasant and a bit cold.

February 18, 2026
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CM Punjab distributes Honhaar Scholarships, laptops among students in Gujrat

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif distributed Honhaar Scholarships and laptops among students at a ceremony in Gujrat today.

February 16, 2026
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Punjab Police Reforms: CM Maryam Nawaz Sets 3-Month Deadline, Announces Sweeping Measures

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has announced comprehensive police reforms across the province, setting a strict three-month timeline for implementation.

February 15, 2026
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Islamabad blast prompts Punjab CM to cancel Basant engagements

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz on Friday announced the cancellation of all of her Basant-related activities scheduled for tomorrow (Saturday), following a deadly blast in Islamabad that claimed 31 lives.

February 6, 2026
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Basant returns to Lahore after two decades as kites rise again under strict curbs

Basant festival kicked off in Lahore shortly after midnight on Thursday as Punjab formally lifted a more than two-decade ban, with authorities enforcing strict safety measures to prevent accidents linked to kite flying.