Transport fares in Rawalpindi have been increased after a Rs15 rise in petroleum prices, with public transport up seven per cent and goods transport rates up 10 per cent. Operators and union representatives have criticised the weekly fuel price revision mechanism. RAWALPINDI: Transport operators have raised fares again after petroleum prices were increased by Rs15, […]

A National Assembly panel was told that 17,000 children in 30 Islamabad union councils remain out of school. The committee also reviewed private school regulation, free admissions and the Cambridge Mathematics paper leak. ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly Standing Committee on Education was informed that 17,000 children in 30 union councils of the federal capital are […]

Lahore authorities have launched stricter anti-smog measures, including checks on uncovered cargo vehicles and smoke-emitting transport. The move comes as the city’s AQI stays above 190 and weather conditions continue to trap pollutants. LAHORE: Authorities in Lahore have intensified enforcement measures to address worsening smog, with tighter checks on vehicles and transport operations as air […]

Karachi Traffic Police will begin enforcing dedicated lanes for motorbikes, buses and rickshaws on Sharea Faisal from June 1 after a month-long awareness campaign. Violators will face e-tickets and fines based on vehicle type. KARACHI: The Karachi Traffic Police have announced a new traffic management plan under which motorbikes, buses and rickshaws will be required […]