Punjab imposes Section 144 for 10 days amid security concerns
Most outlets reported the imposition or extension of Section 144 in Punjab from October 6 to 15, 2026, citing security threats or concerns. Several highlighted the ban on public gatherings of five or more people, while a few, like The Express Tribune and Dawn, mentioned the government's reference to "serious and imminent threat" or "threats of terrorist activities." Others, such as 24 News HD and ARY News, focused more on the duration and scope of the order without specifying the nature of the threat.
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Section 144 imposed across Punjab from Oct 6 to 15
The Punjab Home Department has imposed Section 144 across the province from October 6 to 15, banning gatherings of five or more people at public places, roads and open spaces amid security concerns.
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Punjab imposes Section 144 for 10 days amid security threats
The Punjab government has imposed Section 144 across the province from October 6 to 15, banning gatherings of five or more people at public places, roads and open spaces amid reports of security threats. According to a notification issued by the Punjab Home Department, rallies, processions and other gatherings involving five or more people will be prohibited during the 10-day period. The carryi...
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Punjab extends ban on gatherings until Oct 15 citing 'threats of terrorist activities'
LAHORE: The Punjab government on Tuesday extended Section 144 across the province for ten days amid threats of terrorist activities until October 15, a notification issued by the provincial home department said. The development comes as the previous 13-day period expired on Oct 5. The restrictions have been in place in Punjab since September. According to a notification issued by the Punjab Hom...
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Punjab extends Section 144 across province till Oct 15
The Punjab government has extended Section 144 across the province from October 06 to 15 amid concerns of threat to public order...
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Section 144 imposed across Punjab for 10 days
The Punjab government has imposed Section 144 across the province for 10 days following reports of potential security threats, according to the provincial Home Department.
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Punjab bans gatherings, rallies as Section 144 imposed until Oct 15
LAHORE – Authorities in Punjab have introduced province-wide restrictions on public assemblies, with Section 144 remaining in force through October 15 following security alerts. Under the order, groups of five or more people will not be permitted to gather in public spaces, while rallies, processions, political meetings and sit-ins have also been restricted. The directive […]
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Punjab govt extends Section 144 across province
The Punjab government extended Section 144 across the province from October 5 to October 15, 2026, amid security concerns, reported 24NewsHD TV channel on Tuesday.
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Punjab imposes Section 144 for 10 days amid security threats
Says province faces 'serious and imminent threat' from terrorist groups and hostile agencies
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