Water is leaking from multiple spots in Hanna Lake, Quetta, leading to a noticeable drop in water levels. This has sparked worries that the lake might eventually dry up. The lake, once known for its scenic beauty, is now less attractive, causing concern among experts, water sports enthusiasts, and local residents. The Balochistan Irrigation Department…
The Punjab government has declared a local holiday in Lahore District on Monday, August 26, 2024, to celebrate the 981st Annual Urs of Hazrat Data Ganj Bakhsh (RA). The announcement was made on Tuesday through a notification issued by the Services and General Administration Department (Welfare Wing). Hazrat Data Ganj Bakhsh (RA) is a highly…
The Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), Jameel Ahmed, announced on Wednesday that the central bank will replace all current currency notes ranging from Rs. 10 to Rs. 5,000 by the end of this year. The new notes will be made from polymer, which is a type of plastic. Governor Ahmed shared this…
Lahore, Punjab Weather Update: Expect More Rain with Isolated Heavy Showers Lahore – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast more intermittent monsoon rains, with some areas likely to experience isolated heavy downpours in Lahore and other parts of Punjab on Tuesday night and Wednesday. Monsoon currents from the Arabian Sea are currently making their…
In Pakistan, the auto market is facing challenges such as high car prices due to heavy taxes, disruptions in the supply chain, and varying demand. To attract customers, many car manufacturers have been offering discounts on various models. Recently, Honda Atlas Cars Limited introduced a special discount on their crossover SUV, the HR-V. Honda’s new…
Starting July 1, 2024, the federal government will not reduce natural gas prices for the general public, despite a recommendation from the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) to lower them by 10%. Instead, the government has chosen to increase gas prices specifically for captive power plants (CPPs). The new rate for CPPs will be…
School bags are getting heavy for students, especially for young learners who have to carry many books and other supplies. To reduce the strain on young students, the federal government is looking into ways to lessen the weight of school bags. As part of this effort, the government has introduced a new student-friendly no bag…
In Pakistan, many people use three-phase meters for their electricity supply. The Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO) has decided to stop using these meters for all consumers. This decision is part of LESCO’s efforts to modernize its metering system and make billing more accurate. LESCO will replace the old three-phase meters with Automatic Meter Reading…
The regulatory authority has proposed fixed monthly charges of Rs200 to Rs1,000 for electricity bills. This proposal has been sent to the government, which will decide whether to implement these charges. Starting July 1, 2024, domestic users consuming 301-400 units of electricity per month will pay Rs200. Those using 401-500 units will pay Rs400, while…
The Punjab Home Department has enforced Section 144 across the entire province for seven days. This measure is in response to PTI’s call for a nationwide protest at 2 PM today to defend the integrity of the vote. The orders from the Punjab Home Department state that Section 144 will be in place from June…