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News Desk Attock: In a concerted effort to protect biodiversity and curb wildlife crimes, the Punjab Wildlife Department conducted targeted operations against illegal hunting and unlawful bird trade across multiple tehsils in Attock…

Shah Khalid Shah Bajaur: Uzma Namoos Khan, a resident of Nawagai tehsil in the tribal district of Bajaur, has lived her life with a hearing impairment. But the disability did not stop her from pursuing education and building hopes…

News Desk Lahore: The Punjab Home Department has issued a comprehensive security plan to ensure peaceful observance of Ramazan-ul-Mubarak 2026, directing authorities to make foolproof arrangements for Namaz-e-Juma and other religious…

News Desk  Islamabad: Declaring diabetes, HIV, Hepatitis C, neonatal mortality and malnutrition as national health emergencies, the National Assembly’s Standing Committee on National Health Services directed the government to shift focus…

News Desk Islamabad: During Ramadan, dates hold a special place at Iftar, not just for their delicious taste but also because they provide instant energy and are a Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).  While many enjoy…

APP Islamabad: As Ramadan brings families together for iftar, a growing number of households are turning to home-based kitchens run by women for convenient, ready-to-fry snacks.  The trend of ordering frozen iftar items such as…

Fakhar e Alam Peshawar: As the sun dips over Peshawar and the call for Iftar grows louder, the city’s streets fill with the rich aromas of two of South Asia’s most beloved dishes: Haleem and Biryani.  But in Peshawar, food lovers have…

APP Peshawar: As the holy month of Ramadan unfolds, traditional sweets from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa are once again taking center stage at Iftar tables, blending culinary heritage with growing business opportunities.  Among these, the famed…