Stories by Ali Waqar

Punjab govt considers issuing smart cards, motorcycle licences for 16-year-olds

“It’s not the children’s fault, we did not teach them to wear helmets,” says Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz Sharif.

Published 02 Dec, 2025 09:35pm

Govt okays deployment of army, civil armed forces for Nov 23 by-elections

Empowered to exercise powers under Sections 4 and 5 of the Anti-Terrorism Act, 1997, from Saturday to Monday; Faisalabad DMO fines Rana Sanaullah,

Published 21 Nov, 2025 10:39pm

Punjab extends province-wide Section 144 for another week citing security threats

Says it is evident that the “threat perception to public peace, tranquillity and law and order has not abated”.

Published 18 Oct, 2025 06:26pm

26 opposition MPAs barred from Punjab Assembly for 15 sittings over ‘disorderly conduct’

Ten MPAs fined over Rs200,000 each for interrupting budget speech on June 16.

Updated 28 Jun, 2025 07:24pm

Section 144 announced across Punjab from Muharram 1-10

Provincial govt bans carrying weapons of offence, "inciteful" remarks; pillion riding not to be allowed on Ashura.

Published 21 Jun, 2025 01:07pm

Prisoners in Punjab granted 90-day remission on Eidul Azha

450 prisoners to benefit from order, 270 released to celebrate Eid with families.

Published 05 Jun, 2025 03:13pm

Section 144 imposed within 15-km radius of all air operations in Punjab

Step taken in a bid to ensure flight safety keeping in view the upcoming Eidul Azha.

Published 03 Jun, 2025 02:09pm

Punjab govt to impose section 144 in province during Eid holidays

Says violent activities during festival not only injurious to public safety but also cause resentment among people.

Published 31 May, 2025 03:17pm

Ahsan Iqbal confirms Pakistan will increase defence budget as security situation calls for it

Planning minister says that Diamer-Bhasha, Mohmand dams and other water projects will be prioritised amid rising tensions with India.

Published 24 May, 2025 05:41pm

Big blow to PTI as IHC rules no protest allowed over weekend amid Belarusian president’s visit

Bushra Bibi releases video carrying Imran's message; Section 144 in Rawalpindi till Nov 26; Rangers requested in 3 Punjab districts.

Updated 21 Nov, 2024 10:39pm

Punjab govt orders closure of all schools as province tackles hazardous air quality

Education minister says, "there is a sense of educational loss", but decision was taken out of compulsion."

Updated 12 Nov, 2024 08:00pm

Over 250 arrested as protests against alleged Lahore rape spread to Rawalpindi

SSP says heavy police contingent deployed outside colleges; LHC summons Punjab IG, college registrar; Section 144 imposed as educational institutes shut.

Updated 17 Oct, 2024 09:07pm

As police clash with PTI over protest, army deployed in Islamabad for security ahead of SCO moot

At least 30 arrested as shelling continues; Imran's sisters Aleema and Uzma Khanum detained; Dawn reporter beaten up.

Updated 05 Oct, 2024 12:03am

Punjab govt imposes Section 144 in Faisalabad, Bahawalpur, Mianwali ahead of planned PTI protests

Says rallies could be exploited by "terrorists", claims prevailing law and order situation provides a “soft target” to the miscreants.

Published 01 Oct, 2024 02:45pm

Section 144 imposed in Rawalpindi district as PTI calls on people to gather at Liaquat Bagh on Saturday

Public gatherings banned in Rawalpindi, Jhelum, Chakwal, and Attock, notification says.

Updated 27 Sep, 2024 10:06pm

PTI vows Islamabad rally despite NOC withdrawal, Section 144 in Punjab

Marwat says "if situation worsens, PML-N will be responsible"; Omar Ayub says chief commissioner had confirmed NOC would not be revoked.

Published 21 Aug, 2024 08:52pm

Section 144 imposed in Punjab, Islamabad as PTI gears up for nationwide protests

Opposition leader Omar Ayub urges everyone to “fully participate in peaceful protest" across country; JI says will hold D-Chowk sit-in at all cost.

Updated 25 Jul, 2024 10:47pm

Section 144 imposed in Punjab to maintain law and order during Muharram

Pillion riding, display of arms and hate speeches banned.

Published 06 Jul, 2024 02:39pm

Punjab requests deployment of Pakistan Army, Rangers to assist police for Muharram security

Seeks services of 150 contingents to ensure peace and order during the month.

Published 05 Jul, 2024 06:30pm

Section 144 imposed in Punjab for 7 days as PTI calls for protests

Protests to call for Imran's release; Omar Ayub calls on NA deputy speaker to rule that the ban is a constitutional violation.

Updated 21 Jun, 2024 06:48pm