Dense fog blanketed Rawalpindi and Islamabad on Friday morning, severely disrupting daily life across the twin cities. Visibility dropped to as low as 25 metres in several areas, affecting road, rail and air travel during the early hours. Islamabad International Airport remained engulfed in fog between 5am and 8am, while traffic on major roads slowed […]
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Rawalpindi to face up to 50 percent cut in Rawal Dam water supply from Jan 1
Water supply from Rawal Dam to Rawalpindi will be reduced by up to 50 percent from January 1 to January 11, 2026, due to cleaning and repair work on the dam’s canal system. The decision was taken at a joint meeting of the Small Dam Organisation and the Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA), Rawalpindi. Under […]
Punjab to launch e-bus service from Gujar Khan to T-Chowk
The Punjab government has announced plans to operate e-bus from Gujar Khan to T-Chowk, linking the area with Islamabad through an expanded e-bus network. The service is expected to begin next month, with 15 electric buses allocated for the route. Regional Transport Authority (RTA) Secretary Asad Shirazi said the route from Gujar Khan to T-Chowk […]
Section 144 imposed in Murree ahead of New Year celebrations
Section 144 has been enforced in Murree to ensure public safety and maintain law and order ahead of New Year celebrations, according to the district police. The District Police Officer (DPO) Murree said the restrictions will remain in force from December 31 to January 1, as the hill station prepares for a large influx of […]
Three hospitalised after burn injuries in Rawalpindi gas explosion
As many as three people, including women and children, sustained severe burn injuries in a powerful gas explosion that occurred on Peshawar Road in Rawalpindi early Monday morning. According to rescue sources, three individuals, including women and children were rushed to the hospital following the explosion, private news channel reported. Emergency teams arrived at the […]
Pindi to have two towns, two mayors, four deputy mayors under new LG system
Rawalpindi city has been divided into two parts under the new local government system. The towns will be Rawal Town One and Rawal Town Two, or other names may be assigned later. The city will now comprise two towns, each having its own mayor, while a total of four deputy mayors will be appointed. Under […]
CCTV rollout begins to enhance schools security in Rawalpindi
RAWALPINDI: The Punjab government has begun installing CCTV cameras in public and private schools across Rawalpindi to strengthen student safety and improve round-the-clock surveillance through the Safe City Authority’s network. Read More: Education department to hire 1000 security guards for Rawalpindi District Education Authority (DEA) Chief Executive Officer Tariq Mehmood said that installation work had so […]
Another Tuesday, another Adiala sit-in
PTI founder Imran Khan’s sisters, party workers and supporters staged a sit-in on Tuesday at Factory Naka, near Rawalpindi’s Adiala jail, to demand their court-mandated meeting with the ex-premier. A court order issued by the Islamabad High Court (IHC) on March 24 this year mandated that meetings with Imran would be permitted twice a week, […]
Ban on gatherings in Rawalpindi extended to Dec 17
Section 144 has been extended across Rawalpindi until December 17, prohibiting public gatherings, rallies, processions, and the assembly of more than four people. The district administration renewed the restrictions in view of the prevailing security situation. The Deputy Commissioner had initially imposed the ban until December 10, but the measure has now been prolonged amid […]
Section 144 extended in Rawalpindi amid security concerns
The District Administration of Rawalpindi has extended the enforcement of Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure until 10 December due to ongoing law and order concerns. The order, initially imposed by the deputy commissioner, restricts public gatherings of more than four individuals and bans rallies and political assemblies in the city. Officials stated […]