Punjab Drowns:Monsoon Fury Claims Lives and Homes
Torrential monsoon rains flooded Punjab and the twin cities, killed many, and forced closure of the Islamabad-Lahore motorway. Heavy rains began earlier this week and continued, overwhelming drainage systems in Lahore, Rawalpindi, Sialkot, Gujranwala, and other cities. Monsoon rains submerged low-lying areas, leaving many neighborhoods without power, clean water, and accessible roads. According to the […]
Protecting Sanctity: Punjab Prohibits Religious Texts in Packaging
The Punjab government has taken a major step to protect the sanctity of religious texts. Starting May 12, a 90-day ban is in effect across the province. The order prohibits the use of newspapers and printed materials containing Quranic verses for wrapping or packaging items. The Home Department enforced this ban under Section 144 of […]
