10 killed, 871 injured in 809 accidents in Punjab

LAHORE:At least 10 people were killed while 871 sustained injuries in 809 road accidents in Punjab during the last 24 hours. Out of the total injured, 476 people were seriously injured who were shifted to different hospitals, whereas,395 minor injured victims were treated at the incident site by rescue medical teams, said a spokesman for […]

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Sahiwal encounter: LHC summons prosecutor general Punjab on appeal against acquittal of suspects

LAHORE:The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Monday summoned prosecutor general Punjab for January 24 on an appeal against acquittal of the suspects in Sahiwal encounter case. The division bench headed by Justice Ali Baqar Najafi conducted the proceedings on the appeal filed by the Punjab government. During the proceedings, the bench asked why the prosecutor […]

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PCB takes serious view on over-aged crisis

LAHORE: Pakistan Cricket Board on Monday suspended the ongoing National U13 and 16 One-Day Tournaments after it became aware that some over-aged cricketers had been participating in the events taking place in Karachi and Multan, respectively. To protect the spirit and essence of these U13 and U16 tournaments by ensuring that only deserving cricketers feature […]

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Qureshi urges Opposition parties to join hands with govt for consensus on South Punjab province

ISLAMABAD:Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi on Monday urged the Opposition parties to come forward and join hands with government for evolving consensus on creation of province of South Punjab. Taking part in debate in the Senate on Bill moved by Senator Rana Mahmood ul Hassan to introduce the Bill further to amend the Constitution, he […]

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Pakistani products need apt intro in Lebanon: ambassador

LAHORE:Ambassador of Pakistan to Lebanon Salman Ather Monday emphasised the need for a good introduction of Pakistani products in Lebanon market to exploit plenty of potential. He was talking to business community here at Lahore Chamber of Commerce & Industry (LCCI). LCCI President Mian Nauman Kabir presented the address of welcome while Senior Vice President […]

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Fans to nominate Hamaray Heroes for HBL PSL 7

LAHORE:Pakistan cricket fans will have an opportunity to nominate their favourite personalities, who will be recognised by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) under the Hamaray Heroes initiative during the HBL Pakistan Super League 7 from 27 January to 27 February. The fans can submit their suggestions by completing a nominations form, available on the HBL […]

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PM appreciates Putin, discusses bilateral cooperation

ISLAMABAD:Prime Minister Imran Khan Monday appreciated President Putin for his statement that disrespecting the Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him) did not count as an expression of artistic freedom but a “violation of religious freedom.” The Prime Minister held a telephonic conversation with President of Russian Federation Vladimir Putin. The Prime Minister said that […]

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