Punjab government may face rising costs after VIP jet purchase, sources say
- 04-Mar-2026
LAHORE: The Punjab government is likely to see an increase in expenses following the acquisition of a new VIP aircraft, Gulfstream G500, sources told ARY News. According to sources, a summary reportedly seeking an additional Rs 861.5 million for VIP flight operations has been prepared. Sources also said a supplementary grant may be approved to […]
Basant festival returns to Lahore after 25 years under strict SOPs
- 06-Feb-2026
LAHORE: People in Lahore are celebrating the vibrant colours of Basant 2026 under strict SOPs as the three-day festival officially began at midnight. The event is being celebrated officially after 25 years. Punjab’s Information Minister Azma Bukhari formally inaugurated the Basant celebrations by flying a kite at 12am. The skies over Lahore were soon […]
Basant: Punjab grants conditional permission for kite flying
- 03-Dec-2025
The Punjab government has issued a law permitting kite flying, with conditional approval for celebrating Basant through an ordinance signed by the Governor of Punjab. The ordinance outlines specific rules for Basant celebrations, with strict penalties for violations. Children under 18 years of age will not be allowed to fly kites, and in case of […]
Jail to hospital: PTI leader Mahmood Ur Rasheed hospitalized amid chest infection
- 01-Nov-2025
LAHORE: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader and former opposition leader in the Punjab Assembly, Mian Mahmood Ur Rasheed, has been shifted to Jinnah Hospital, Lahore, ARY News reported, citing sources. Sources stated that Mian Mahmood Ur Rasheed was shifted to the hospital due to a chest infection and is currently undergoing various tests. The test reports […]
Pakistan Floods 2025: LIVE Updates
- 28-Sep-2025
LAHORE- SEPTEMBER 2025: Pakistan is facing a catastrophic flood crisis in 2025, driven by relentless monsoon rains, flash floods, and glacial lake outbursts, claiming over 800 lives and affecting more than 1.2 million people across multiple provinces. The floods have devastated communities, destroyed infrastructure, and deepened economic challenges, with losses potentially reaching $50 billion. LIVE […]
Deadlock 'persists' between opposition, govt committee over 26 PTI MPAs
- 15-Jul-2025
LAHORE: Negotiations between the Punjab government and the opposition, have reached a deadlock over the reinstatement of 26 suspended Punjab MPAs, ARY News reported citing sources. According to sources, the opposition has rejected the conditions proposed by the government committee, particularly the demand to refrain from protests and disruptive behavior in the assembly. Sources from […]
"Doctors have advised three week-bed rest," Pervaiz Elahi on leading Nov 24 protest
- 21-Nov-2024
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) President and former Punjab CM Chaudhry Pervaiz Elahi has reportedly excused himself from leading party’s November 24 protest, ARY News reported on Thursday, quoting well-placed sources. Opposition Leader in Punjab Assembly, Ahmed Khan Bhachar telephoned PTI President Chaudhry Pervaiz Elahi to discuss strategy for the November 24 protests. Sources report that Chaudhry […]
Punjab govt shuts amusement parks, museums amid smog
- 08-Nov-2024
LAHORE: The Punjab government has taken a major step to combat the hazardous smog conditions in the province by shutting down amusement parks and museums for 10 days, from November 8 to 17, ARY News reported. As per details, the districts affected by this ban include Lahore, Gujranwala, Faisalabad, Multan, Sheikhupura, Kasur, Nankana Sahib, Gujarat, […]
Deputy commissioners get powers of imposing Section 144
- 21-Oct-2024
LAHORE: Punjab government has transferred powers of imposing Section 144 to the deputy commissioners, ARY News reported on Monday. The powers were handed over to the deputy commissioners after an amendment in the Punjab Code of Criminal Procedures 1898 by the government. According to the gazette notification, the deputy commissioners can enforce Section 144 for […]
Punjab deploys Rangers, invokes Section 144 in four cities
- 04-Oct-2024
LAHORE: The Punjab government has deployed Rangers personnel in four cities of the province after invoking Section 144 to ban political gatherings, protests and rallies. As per details, Section 144 has been slapped in Lahore, Rawalpindi, Attock, and Sargodha. In addition, Rangers have been called in to assist in maintaining law and order. In Lahore, […]