Punjab’s Home Department has issued a directive to crack down on kite flying, stating that the activity is strictly prohibited in the province. As per the directive, kite flying and kite racing have been banned, with a penalty of up to five years in prison and a fine of up to PKR 20 million. The department also warned that selling, distributing, or transporting kites and strings could result in a penalty of up to seven years in prison and a fine of up to PKR 50 million.
In Lahore, the Home Department has allowed kite flying only on February 6, 7, and 8, and warned that flying kites before the designated time is illegal. The department emphasized that kite flying poses a risk to human life and that both motorcyclists and cyclists must wear helmets.
The use of non-approved strings for kite flying has also been prohibited, with the department stating that only approved strings can be used for the activity. The government has also emphasized the importance of road safety, with motorcyclists and cyclists required to wear helmets at all times.
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Sanaullah Khan, a leader of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), has said that the party will not compromise on their demands for a better life and housing for the people. A group of 15-20 terrorists, backed by India, have carried out terrorist activities in the Khuzdar area.
US President Donald Trump has warned that if countries do not support US control over Greenland, the US could impose trade tariffs on them. The US considers Greenland to be a matter of national security.
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