Peshawar High Court Orders No Load Shedding During Sehri, Iftar in Ramadan
The Peshawar High Court (PHC) has ordered authorities to ensure there is no load shedding during sehri and iftar hours throughout the holy month of Ramadan in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The directive came in response to a petition filed against unscheduled electricity outages that were affecting residents during critical fasting hours. Petition Highlighted Public Hardship The […]
NEPRA Retains Net Metering for Existing Solar Consumers
The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has confirmed it will retain the net metering policy for existing solar consumers amid controversy over recent regulatory reforms. The decision, formalised in a notification effective from February 9, 2026, protects current net metering users while outlining a revised framework for future contracts and new connections. NEPRA’s announcement […]
PMD Forecasts Heavy Rain and Storms Across Balochistan, Punjab, K-P
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a weather advisory warning of heavy rain, thunderstorms and strong winds across Balochistan, Punjab, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) in the coming days. The alert covers a wide area, including urban centres and surrounding districts, as a western weather system moves into the country and brings a period of […]
Vaccinators Brace for Basant Influx as Lahore Health Teams Prepare Precautions
With Basant celebrations expected to draw large crowds in Lahore, health authorities and vaccination teams are stepping up preparations to manage potential influxes and ensure public safety. Officials in the health department say they are deploying extra vaccinators and medical staff in key areas, while advising residents to follow health precautions amid crowded gatherings during […]
Punjab Confirms Four Consecutive Public Holidays in February 2026
The provincial government of Punjab has confirmed a string of four consecutive public holidays starting February 5 and concluding on February 8, 2026, giving residents a long weekend as several official breaks align. The announcement follows a routine government notification outlining state holidays for Kashmir Solidarity Day, Basant observance, and the regular weekend, creating an […]
Supply Bottlenecks Threaten Basant Celebrations in Lahore
Preparations for Basant in Lahore are facing setbacks as supply bottlenecks and administrative delays threaten to dampen enthusiasm for the annual festival, traders and industry representatives have warned. Kite makers and vendors say shortages of kites, spools, and string, coupled with delays in the activation of the official permit system, have disrupted supply chains just […]
Lahore Again Emerges as Most Polluted City in the World Amid Smog Crisis
Pakistan’s cultural capital, Lahore, has once again been ranked the most polluted city in the world, according to global air quality monitoring data, with air quality levels reaching hazardous concentrations that pose serious health risks for residents. The city’s Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded in the 400s on Wednesday, well above the threshold considered […]
Gul Plaza Fire in Karachi: Death Toll Now 26, Dozens Still Missing
The fire at Gul Plaza shopping mall on MA Jinnah Road in Karachi was really bad. It has caused the death of a lot of people. The number of people who died from the fire at Gul Plaza shopping mall has now gone up to 26. A lot of people over 80, are still missing […]
Full Sale of PIA Approved as Bidders Reject Government Role in Airline’s Operations
The federal government has approved the full privatisation of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), deciding to offload its entire 100% stake after potential bidders made it clear they did not want any government involvement in the airline’s affairs following the sale. The move marks a significant shift from earlier plans and is aimed at attracting serious […]
Pakistan Rallies Nationwide to Protect Children in Final Polio Campaign of 2025
Pakistan’s final nationwide polio vaccination campaign of 2025 is well underway, with authorities confirming that nearly 38 million children have already been immunised as the drive entered its fourth day. The campaign, which began on December 15 and will continue through December 21, is a critical push in the country’s long-running effort to eliminate polio […]