The Punjab government is moving forward with plans to establish a new airport in Lahore, with the Ravi Urban Development Authority identifying a potential site near Ravi City close to the M-3 Motorway. The proposed location, approximately 30 kilometers from Allama Iqbal International Airport, is being considered to accommodate growing air traffic and support Lahore’s expanding infrastructure

Smoke from Indian fireworks has drifted into Pakistani cities, causing experts to warn of a significant rise in smog and fog levels across Lahore. Following Diwali celebrations, New Delhi experienced a sharp spike in air pollution, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) reaching a hazardous 821, making it the most polluted city worldwide.

Punjab is making a major stride toward modernization by fully digitizing its toll collection system, eliminating paper-based tolls across the province. Spearheaded by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, the “One App, One System” initiative is being rolled out at 38 toll plazas to enhance convenience, transparency, and efficiency for travelers. The shift to a digital tolling system is aimed at reducing

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has uncovered over 20 cases involving social media influencers who flaunt luxury lifestyles but declare little to no income or assets in their tax filings. These individuals showcase expensive cars, international travel, and extravagant living on platforms like Instagram, yet their tax returns reflect significantly lower incomes, raising serious concerns about

Contaminated chicken meat sourced from dead poultry has been found in supply chains linked to several fast-food outlets and biryani centers in Karachi, triggering serious concerns over public health and food safety.

In response to the growing threat of smog, the Punjab government has initiated a province-wide crackdown on smoke-emitting vehicles, aiming to reduce air pollution and improve environmental health. The Director General of Environment, Dr. Imran Hamid Sheikh, announced that effective immediately, any vehicle emitting visible smoke will be barred from operating on public roads. This enforcement

The Employees’ Old-Age Benefits Institution (EOBI) is a government pension program in Pakistan that provides monthly financial support to private-sector employees after retirement. In 2025, EOBI pensions saw a 15% increase, and the minimum monthly pension was officially raised to Rs. 11,500. While there are widespread rumors about a Rs. 50,000 pension being approved, no official confirmation has

Pakistan is preparing for one of its coldest winters in decades due to the return of La Niña, a global climate phenomenon that typically leads to below-normal temperatures and unpredictable weather patterns. According to a report by the Intersector Coordination Group (ISCG) with UN-OCHA, the colder conditions could significantly worsen humanitarian challenges in areas still recovering from

More than a million acres of forest land, valued at approximately Rs. 1.3 trillion, have been reclaimed through coordinated efforts led by the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) in Balochistan. This significant recovery followed an intensive eight-month campaign targeting illegal occupation and land encroachments.

Pakistan has been elected to the United Nations Human Rights Council for a three-year term starting from 1 January 2026, following a strong show of support from the international community. The country received 178 votes in the UN General Assembly, securing its seat with a significant majority. This marks another milestone in Pakistan’s engagement with multilateral institutions and its ongoing