Punjab’s outstanding debt has declined to Rs1.691 trillion, according to newly released official documents detailing the province’s financial liabilities. The development matters because it reflects progress in managing public debt and fiscal stability. Provincial authorities, lenders, investors, and taxpayers are among those affected by the figures. The documents show that Punjab owed Rs1.757 trillion to […]
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Provinces propose record Rs3.14 trillion development budget for 2026-27
Pakistan’s four provinces have collectively proposed a development budget of Rs3,138 billion for the fiscal year 2026-27, reflecting an increase of Rs76 billion compared to the current year. The plan highlights a continued push toward infrastructure expansion, public services improvement, and broader regional development priorities. According to budget documents, provincial governments will finance most of […]
Punjab braces for widespread rain and hail spell
The Provincial Disaster Management Authority has issued a weather alert for Punjab, forecasting rain, strong winds, and hailstorms across multiple districts from June 2 to June 5. Authorities have urged residents to remain cautious as changing weather conditions could affect daily activities, transportation, and outdoor work in several parts of the province. According to the […]
Punjab faces rising temperatures after rainy system departs
Punjab is expected to experience hot and dry weather after the recent rain-producing weather system moved away from the region. Following a brief period of cooler conditions and scattered rainfall, sunshine returned across many cities on Sunday morning, signaling the start of a gradual rise in temperatures throughout the province. The Meteorological Department has forecast […]
Maryam announces cash reward for Suthra Punjab workers
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has approved a cash reward of Rs10,000 for every Suthra Punjab worker who participated in the province-wide Eid-ul-Azha cleanliness operation. Punjab Information Minister Azma Bukhari said the decision recognizes the dedication and hard work of sanitation teams that ensured timely waste collection and disposal during the three days of Eid […]
Punjab approves bonus for sanitation workers
Punjab Senior Minister Maryam Aurangzeb announced a Rs10,000 cash bonus for each Suthra Punjab sanitation worker following Eidul Adha operations. She said Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz approved the reward to recognize the workers’ efforts. The announcement affects thousands of sanitation staff who participated in the province-wide cleanliness campaign. Speaking at a press conference in Lahore […]
Punjab introduces labour code 2026 expanding worker rights
The Government of Punjab has formally notified the Punjab Labour Code 2026, creating a unified legal framework that extends labour protections to workers across multiple sectors. The new law covers contract employees, gig workers, domestic staff, and digital platform workers, aiming to modernize labour regulations and strengthen worker rights across the province. Read more : […]
Punjab imposes Rs50,000 Eid waste fine
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz approved a Rs50,000 fine for illegally dumping animal waste during Eidul Azha. The decision came during a high-level meeting reviewing province-wide cleanliness arrangements for the religious festival. Authorities will deploy thousands of workers and vehicles to maintain sanitation across Punjab. During the meeting, Maryam directed officials to establish vigilance squads […]
Punjab sets tentative Matric result schedule 2026
Punjab government has prepared a tentative schedule for Matric Result 2026, giving students and parents clarity on expected announcement dates. According to sources, all education boards across Punjab have completed consultations on the result timeline. The move helps streamline the academic calendar for millions of students. Under the proposed schedule, the Class 10 results are […]
Punjab reviews school calendar amid concerns over long vacations
Rana Sikandar Hayat has indicated that the Punjab government may revise the province’s academic calendar after private schools raised concerns about lengthy summer vacations affecting students’ education. Speaking about the issue, the minister acknowledged that extended breaks can negatively impact learning continuity and confirmed that officials are now examining different proposals to reduce academic losses […]