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Punjab to Set Up Stroke Centres in Every Division
Punjab's chief minister has decided to set up stroke centres in every division. 40 primary stroke centres already work, and 17 more are due by December.
Fajr Riaz · · 6 min read
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Dry, Hot Weather Returns to Pakistan From Tuesday, PMD Forecasts
PMD says rain ends in Punjab and KP after Monday, and most of Pakistan stays dry to 4 October. City temperatures, rain totals and the farm advice inside.
Fajr Riaz · · 7 min read
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NCCIA Arrests 61 at Illegal Call Centre in Rawalpindi, Seizes 155 Laptops
NCCIA raided an illegal call centre in Satellite Town, Rawalpindi, arresting 61 over alleged loan recovery fraud and extortion. How to report a scam call.
Ali Akhtar · · 6 min read
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NEPRA to Hear 10 Power Companies' 2027 Tariff Requests on 13 to 15 October
Ten power companies want their 2027 tariffs reset. NEPRA hears them from 13 to 15 October and will review fixed charges. Dates, claims and how to comment.
Shahid Anwar · · 6 min read
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Pakistan Hosts First SCO Coordinators Meeting in Islamabad, 28 to 30 September
Pakistan hosts the first SCO national coordinators meeting in Islamabad from 28 to 30 September. What it covers, and what residents need to know about roads.
Ali Akhtar · · 5 min read
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M-1 Motorway and GT Road Reopen Between Islamabad and Peshawar
The M-1 and GT Road between Islamabad and Peshawar reopened on 28 September. Road by road status from the Motorway Police board, with the M-14 and E-35 gaps.
Ali Akhtar · · 6 min read
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Pakistan Marks Access to Information Day: Federal Offices Must Answer in 10 Working Days
On Access to Information Day, how to ask a federal office for records under the 2017 Act: 10 working days to answer, no reason needed and a free appeal to PIC.
Ali Akhtar · · 6 min read
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Pakistan's September Polio Campaign Targeted 31 Million Children in 115 Districts
Pakistan's polio campaign ran 21 to 27 September 2026 in 115 districts for 31 million children. Cases now stand at 4. If your child was missed, call 1166.
Fajr Riaz · · 6 min read
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New Provinces in Pakistan: Parliament Debate Due in October, No Bill Yet
The government says Parliament will debate new provinces in October 2026, but no session is summoned and no bill exists. What was proposed and what comes next.
Shahid Anwar · · 6 min read
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Internet Outage in Islamabad and Rawalpindi Caused by Fibre Cable Cut, PTA Says
A cut fibre cable on one operator's network slowed internet in Islamabad and Rawalpindi on 27 September, PTA said. It was no shutdown. How to report a fault.
Ali Akhtar · · 6 min read
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Jhang Desert Rally in Punjab Starts 9 October on a 95 km Thal Track
Jhang holds its first desert rally and Thal festival from 9 October 2026, on a 95 km track with women's and veterans classes. What is announced and what is not.
Fajr Riaz · · 6 min read
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SBP Lets Banks Open Accounts Only for PVARA-Licensed Crypto Firms
SBP lets banks open accounts only for PVARA-licensed crypto firms, with no cash and separate client money. What the April rule says and where it stands today.
Fajr Riaz · · 6 min read
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Sindh Approves Rs 14.9 Billion Wheat Subsidy for Farmers With Up to 25 Acres
Sindh approved a Rs 14.9 billion wheat subsidy for growers with up to 25 acres and doubled the sale bonus to Rs 2,000 per 40 kg. Who qualifies and what is next.
Shahid Anwar · · 5 min read
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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Cabinet Approves Draft Police Act 2026, Not Yet Law
The KP cabinet approved a draft Police Act 2026 on 23 September. It is not law until the assembly passes it. What could change for police and for citizens.
Ali Akhtar · · 6 min read
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Pakistan Rejects Afghan Claims Linking It to Nuristan Fighting
Pakistan's information ministry rejected Afghan claims that fighters killed in Nuristan came from Pakistan. What each side said, and what is still unconfirmed.
Shahid Anwar · · 5 min read
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Interior Minister Orders NCCIA to Act Faster on Online Fraud in Pakistan
Mohsin Naqvi told the NCCIA to act faster on online fraud so victims' money can be held. What changed, and who to call first if money leaves your account.
Shahid Anwar · · 5 min read
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Punjab Artist Support Fund 2026-27: Apply by 15 October, Old Stipend List Cancelled
Punjab's Artist Support Fund 2026-27 closes on 15 October and the old stipend list is cancelled. See who qualifies, where to apply and the documents to bring.
Fajr Riaz · · 5 min read
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Pakistan and Malaysia Agree to More Rice Export Talks, No Deal Yet
Pakistan and Malaysia agree to more talks on rice exports and halal trade, with a virtual meeting in November. No deal is signed yet. See what was agreed.
Shahid Anwar · · 5 min read
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NEPRA Proposes Six-Month Detection Bills for Tampered Home Meters
NEPRA proposes six changes to the Consumer Service Manual, including six-month detection bills for tampered home meters. Read what changes and how to comment.
Ali Akhtar · · 6 min read
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Free Childhood Cancer Medicines Coming to 4 Pakistan Hospitals, WHO Says
WHO says 4 Pakistani hospitals are preparing to get free childhood cancer medicines by March 2027, with 7 more in 2027. What it covers and the signs to know.
Fajr Riaz · · 5 min read
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Punjab to Hire 40,000 Doctors and Health Staff, CT Scanner for Every District
Punjab's chief minister ordered 40,000 doctors and health staff hired, a CT scanner in every district and telemedicine centres. What was decided, what is next.
Ali Akhtar · · 5 min read
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Lahore High Court Rules FBR Can Pursue Money Laundering Cases Before Tax Cases End
The Lahore High Court says FBR can investigate money laundering without waiting for a tax case to finish, and dismissed every petition. What it means for you.
Shahid Anwar · · 5 min read
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Pak Hajj App Now Lets Hajj 2027 Pilgrims Change Package, Room and Cancel for a Refund
The Pak Hajj app now handles package and room changes, the medical form, hardship quota and cancellation with IBAN refunds. What each Hajj 2027 feature does.
Fajr Riaz · · 5 min read
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Pakistan Railways Moves Diesel to Peshawar by Train as KP Motorways Stay Closed
Pakistan Railways is moving diesel to Peshawar by train while the M-1 and M-14 stay closed. Volumes, what PSO and OGRA said, and what KP drivers should do.
Ali Akhtar · · 5 min read