Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has approved the province’s first sky glass bridge in Murree. CM Maryam approves Murree sky glass bridge project aims to boost tourism. The project will be built in Kotli Sattian area of Murree district. The approval came during a high-level meeting chaired by Maryam Nawaz Sharif and former Prime […]
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Commissioner orders expedited relief work after Murree landslide
Commissioner Rawalpindi Division, Engineer Aamir Khattak, visited the landslide-hit area of Jhika Gali to review ongoing relief and rehabilitation work following recent heavy rains in Murree. Deputy Commissioner Murree, Agha Zaheer Abbas Shirazi, Additional Deputy Commissioner (Revenue) Umar Awais Kiayni, Superintendent Engineer Ashfaq Salheri, Assistant Commissioner Murree Arshad Iqbal, and other relevant officials were also […]
Emergency declared in Murree after heavy rains
Authorities have intensified emergency and rescue operations in Murree and adjoining areas after heavy rains created an emergency-like situation, with landslides reported at multiple locations. Rescue 1122 has mobilized all available resources, with personnel deployed round the clock to respond to road accidents, medical emergencies and other incidents. Officials said relief and rescue efforts have […]
Heavy rains trigger landslide in Murree, Jheeka Gali affected
Continuous rainfall in Murree, popularly known as the “Queen of Hills,” has triggered landslides in several areas, with Jheeka Gali among the worst affected. According to the district administration, an immediate rescue operation was launched after the landslide to ensure the safety of local residents. People in and around the affected areas have been shifted […]
Communications minister reviews up-gradation of Murree Expressway
Federal Minister for Communications Abdul Aleem Khan has expressed satisfaction over the completion of the up-gradation work of the Murree Expressway. He has announced the provision of additional facilities including more Rest House on both sides. During his visit to Murree, Abdul Aleem Khan inspected various sections of the Murree Expressway. He along with NHA […]
Senate body halts conversion of Murree post office into tea house
The Senate Standing Committee on Communications expressed grave concern over the institutional decline and massive financial losses incurred by the Pakistan Post, emphasizing the urgent need for either comprehensive structural reforms or a total reconsideration of the entity’s existence. The committee here met on Thursday under the Chairmanship of Senator Pervaiz Rashid to deliberate on […]
Police issue safety guidelines for Murree tourists this Eid
Authorities in Murree are preparing for a massive influx of tourists over the Eid ul Fitr holidays, with the local police issuing safety and traffic guidelines to ensure smooth operations. Read More: Lahore faces Eid travel chaos According to District Police Officer Dr. Muhammad Raza Tanveer, 400,000 to 500,000 visitors are expected to travel to Murree during […]
Multi-billion rupee Murree development package approved
A multi-billion-rupee development package – described as the largest in Murree’s history – receives approval at a special meeting chaired by Pakistan Muslim League (N) President Muhammad Nawaz Sharif and Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz. The meeting, held at Government House Murree, reviews the Murree Development Plan. Senior Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb briefs participants on ongoing […]
Benefits of agri schemes to reach farmers directly, says Murree DC
Deputy Commissioner Murree Agha Zaheer Abbas Shirazi has instructed that the benefits of government agricultural schemes be delivered directly to farmers, emphasizing transparency and effective implementation. The directive was given in a meeting on agriculture and ongoing development projects, chaired by the Deputy Commissioner. Additional Deputy Commissioner (Revenue) Umar Owais Kiani and officers from the […]
Freezing temperatures disrupt life in snow-hit regions
Freezing temperatures and heavy snowfall continued to disrupt daily life across parts of Gilgit-Baltistan, northern Punjab and Balochistan on Tuesday, blocking key highways, cutting off remote areas and compounding hardships for already vulnerable communities. Read More: Westerly wave brings snow, freezing temperatures to northern In Gilgit-Baltistan, a fresh spell of snowfall brought routine activities to a halt […]