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16 Jun, 26

Dam victims brace for another eviction battle

Families affected by the Daducha Dam project say they have been served notices to vacate ancestral land in Malikpur Azizal after already losing land to the reservoir. They say forced removal would leave dozens of families without a place to settle. ISLAMABAD: Families affected by the Daducha Dam project have again voiced concern over possible […]

15 Jun, 26

Seven killed, 33 injured as heavy rains hit Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Seven people were killed and 33 injured in rain-related incidents across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, according to the PDMA. Authorities said relief operations were under way in affected districts. PESHAWAR: Heavy rain and strong winds caused multiple casualties and injuries across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa over the past 24 hours, with the Provincial Disaster Management Authority saying on Sunday […]

15 Jun, 26

Azeempura flyover opens to traffic after completion ahead of schedule

The Sindh government has opened the Azeempura Flyover in Karachi, with Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah saying the Rs1.56 billion project was completed in 90 days. The scheme is aimed at easing congestion and improving links to key city corridors and the airport. KARACHI: The Sindh government on Sunday opened the Azeempura Flyover for traffic, […]

15 Jun, 26

Federal budget raises twin cities public transport subsidy

The federal budget 2026-27 has increased the subsidy for Metro Bus and Green Electric Bus services in Rawalpindi and Islamabad to Rs7.3 billion from Rs3 billion. Officials say the plan also includes expansion of electric bus services to 20 additional routes. ISLAMABAD: The federal budget for 2026-27 has sharply increased support for public transport in […]

13 Jun, 26

Bahawalpur open court receives 328 complaints as CM Cell orders swift action

The CM’s Complaints Cell held an open court in Bahawalpur, receiving 328 applications. Chairperson Saima Farooq issued on-the-spot directives as authorities were ordered to resolve revenue, police, health and education grievances quickly. LAHORE: Acting on the directions of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, a team of the Chief Minister’s Complaints Cell visited Bahawalpur on Thursday and […]

13 Jun, 26

Rs30 million looted from cash van in Karachi, police suspect inside involvement

Police in Karachi said Rs30 million was looted from a private security company’s cash van after it stopped in Federal B Area. Investigators suspect inside involvement and are examining CCTV footage while conducting raids KARACHI: A private security company’s cash van was robbed in Karachi on Friday, with police saying Rs30 million was taken and […]

12 Jun, 26

Sindh launches fuel subsidy scheme for fishermen

The Sindh government has launched a fuel subsidy scheme for small fishing boat owners, offering Rs100,000 to Rs200,000 through Sindh Bank. The programme will use CNIC-based registration and a one-window system for fishermen-related services. KARACHI: The Sindh government has introduced a fuel subsidy programme for owners of small fishing boats, under which eligible fishermen will […]

12 Jun, 26

KMC waterline upgrade leaves Karachi residents without water

Roadwork under KMC’s model road project has disrupted water supply in several Gulshan-e-Iqbal blocks after damage to an 8-inch line. The project has also shut a key stretch between Nipa and Gulshan Chowrangi, worsening traffic. KARACHI: Work launched by the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation on Rashid Minhas Road has disrupted water supply in several parts of […]

12 Jun, 26

Judge’s residence loses power after cable theft

A judge’s residence in Islamabad’s G-10 remained without electricity overnight after thieves allegedly stole its power cable. Police have registered a theft case against unidentified suspects. ISLAMABAD: The residence of the Islamabad district and sessions judge east was left without electricity for the night after thieves allegedly removed the power cable supplying the house in […]

10 Jun, 26

Authorities turn to digitisation to tackle property fraud

The LDA says all property transactions in its housing schemes will shift to a digital certificate-based system from July 1. NAB has also announced parallel real estate reforms focused on transparency, banking channels and verified records. LAHORE: The Lahore Development Authority (LDA) has announced that property transactions in housing schemes under its control will move […]