According to the report, Islamabad has 17,496 federal housing units, Lahore has 1,943, and Karachi holds 7,882 units, indicating a high concentration of government-owned residences in the federal capital compared to other regions. The data revealed that no government residences in Islamabad or Lahore are under illegal occupation, while in Karachi, around 3,500 units remain […]
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Islamabad declares august 13 local holiday
Islamabad authorities have declared Wednesday, August 13, 2025, as a local holiday within the limits of the federal capital to prepare for the upcoming Independence Day festivities. Essential service offices, including MCI, CDA, ICT Police, IESCO, SNGPL, and hospitals, will remain operational despite the holiday, ensuring critical city functions continue without interruption. The decision comes […]
Supreme court notices Punjab on Imran’s bail pleas
The Supreme Court on Tuesday issued a notice to the Punjab government regarding former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s bail petitions in the May 9 violence cases. A three-member bench, led by Chief Justice Yahya Afridi, resumed hearings on the pleas filed by Imran Khan challenging the Lahore High Court’s rejection of his bail applications. During […]
CDA adjusts duty hours to control stray dog threat
The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has adjusted the working hours of its stray dog control teams after six people suffered dog bite injuries in Islamabad during the past week. Authorities believe the new schedule will allow teams to work more effectively and cover more dangerous areas during peak times. These incidents have raised public concern […]
Islamabad to get 50 new sports grounds, complexes
The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has announced plans to build 25 cricket grounds and 25 football grounds across Islamabad, along with several modern sports complexes in multiple sectors. The initiative aims to encourage a healthy lifestyle, promote sports, and provide quality recreational spaces for residents, especially the youth. The decision was finalised during a high-level […]
Supreme court to hear Imran Khan’s bail pleas august 12
The Supreme Court has fixed August 12 for hearing Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founding chairman Imran Khan’s bail petitions in eight cases linked to the May 9 riots. A three-member bench, headed by Chief Justice Yahya Afridi and including Justice Muhammad Shafi Siddiqui and Justice Mian Gul Hassan Aurangzeb, will take up the matter. The apex […]
Islamabad bans sale of loud horns before independence day
Islamabad’s district administration has banned the sale of loud horns, locally known as “bajay,” ahead of Independence Day to maintain public peace and reduce noise pollution. Authorities have confiscated horns from all city stalls and declared their buying and selling illegal. This move aims to stop the growing trend of youngsters using these horns, which […]
PM orders major health system upgrade in Islamabad
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has instructed authorities to develop a clear and effective strategy to improve Islamabad’s primary and secondary healthcare system. He emphasized that reducing the pressure on major hospitals is essential for better patient care across the city. These directions were given during a key meeting held in Islamabad on Wednesday. During the […]
Torrential rain floods homes in Rawalpindi, Islamabad
Heavy rainfall caused chaos across Rawalpindi and Islamabad on Wednesday, flooding homes and roads in several areas. Low-lying neighborhoods were particularly affected, with water entering homes in Chak Shahzad, Bhara Kahu, New Chatha Bakhtawar, and the PHA Society. Due to the intensity of the downpour, water levels in nearby streams and nullahs rose quickly, alarming […]
Iranian president Pezeshkian begins first official visit to Pakistan
Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian is arriving in Islamabad today for a two-day state visit, marking his first official trip to Pakistan since assuming office. The visit comes at the invitation of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and aims to strengthen the brotherly ties between the two neighbouring nations. President Pezeshkian will be accompanied by a high-level […]