LAHORE – The Lahore High Court (LHC) will announce its decision today (Tuesday) on the bail petitions of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan in eight cases linked to the May 9 riots. These cases emerged after nationwide protests that followed Khan’s arrest in 2023. A two-member bench, including Justice Shehbaz Rizvi and Justice Tariq […]
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Lahore mango festival 2025 kicks off with over 50 varieties on display
The Punjab Tourism Department launched the two-day Mango Festival 2025 in Lahore, drawing large crowds eager to celebrate Pakistan’s favorite summer fruit. The event featured over 50 mango varieties and offered a lively blend of traditional music, folk dances, handicrafts, and mango-inspired dishes. Held at a local hotel, the festival attracted tourists, students, farmers, and […]
Lahore welcomes rain as weather turns pleasant after days of humidity
LAHORE – Light to moderate rainfall swept through Lahore on Sunday, finally ending the long spell of humidity and providing a much-needed break for residents. The showers brought down temperatures and added a fresh feel to the city’s atmosphere. Rain hit several parts of the city, including Abbott Road, Ferozepur Road, Kalma Chowk, Jail Road, […]
LHC orders dual language recording of witness statements for better justice
LAHORE – The Lahore High Court (LHC) has ordered all lower courts in Punjab to record witness statements in both English and Urdu to ensure fair and clear justice delivery. Justice Tariq Nadeem issued the ruling, noting that a 1973 notification had already mandated the use of Urdu in courts. However, despite this long-standing directive, […]
Lahore safari zoo welcomes ten ostrich chicks in first successful incubation
LAHORE – The Lahore Safari Zoo has successfully hatched ten ostrich chicks through artificial incubation, marking a major milestone in the zoo’s wildlife conservation efforts. This is the first time the facility has successfully incubated and hatched ostrich eggs. According to zoo officials, the process involved strict environmental controls, including regulated temperature and low humidity […]
LHC blocks criminal tax cases without prior assessment, citing due process
LAHORE – The Lahore High Court (LHC) has ruled that no criminal proceedings can be launched against a taxpayer for tax recovery unless the tax amount has been officially assessed by the authorities. The decision came after a tobacco company and other petitioners challenged criminal complaints filed by revenue officials without any prior tax audit, […]
Lahore launches Rs 76 crore streetlight repair project to boost safety
LAHORE – The city administration has rolled out a Rs 76 crore project to repair and restore over 272,000 streetlights across Lahore, aiming to enhance public safety and reduce energy wastage. The large-scale effort will be carried out in six municipal zones, with a key focus on improving night-time visibility and addressing long-standing complaints about […]
Nawaz, CM Maryam meet Hina Arshad ahead of PP-52 by-polls
LAHORE – PML-N President Nawaz Sharif and Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif met with Hina Arshad Warraich, the party’s candidate for the upcoming PP-52 (Sialkot) by-election. The by-polls are scheduled to be held on June 1. During the meeting, senior party members offered prayers for the late MPA Arshad Javed Warraich, whose passing led […]
Lahore high court: Privacy takes priority over right to information
LAHORE – The Lahore High Court (LHC) has ruled that a citizen’s right to information does not override another person’s right to privacy, especially when it concerns personal financial data. The judgment came in an Intra Court Appeal filed by a citizen named Shahbaz, who challenged a previous ruling that had rejected his request for […]
Biology practical exam blunder in Lahore exposes board negligence
A major oversight by Lahore Board officials disrupted the Matric Biology practical exam at Lab No. 312, where students were left without the official question paper. The blunder has sparked concerns over exam management and fairness. According to reports, the distribution inspector failed to provide the required practical paper at the exam center. This forced […]