Stories by Rana Bilal

Cop allegedly rapes woman inside Lahore police station; entire staff suspended

Lahore DIG (operations) says the woman was allegedly raped by an ASI.

Updated 04 Aug, 2026 10:08pm

Lahore mother accused of killing her 3 children sent on 5-day physical remand

The investigating officer sought a 14-day remand and presented the accused before the judicial magistrate amid tight security.

Published 24 Apr, 2026 02:57pm

In letter to CJP, jailed PTI leaders seek early hearing of appeals pending before LHC ‘for last 8 months’

“Our families have been running from pillar to post without any response,” says letter by Yasmin Rashid, Ejaz Chaudhry, Omar Sarfaraz, and Mahmoodur Rasheed.

Published 16 Mar, 2026 03:42pm

17 deaths reported during Basant in Lahore, says Punjab Home Department report submitted to LHC

Despite the government’s emphasis on safety measures, over 100 accidents were reported in connection with the festival.

Published 25 Feb, 2026 01:32pm

Jailed PTI leaders call for MPC on Palestine issue following Board of Peace moot

Highlight the consequences of instability in Iran and its impact on Pakistan in the statement to the media.

Updated 23 Feb, 2026 01:11pm

Incarcerated PTI leaders call for halt of protest activities during Ramazan

The government should stop politicising the health of the PTI founder, says letter by jailed leaders.

Published 20 Feb, 2026 12:41pm

Lahore manhole deaths: Court approves 4-day physical remand of suspects

Judicial Magistrate Shafqat Abbas delivers reserved verdict; defence counsel informs court that Rs10 million had been paid to the aggrieved family.

Updated 31 Jan, 2026 03:03pm

Incarcerated PTI leaders call for appointing MWM chief Abbas opposition leader in Senate ‘immediately’

Shah Mahmood Qureshi, Dr Yasmin Rashid, Senator Ejaz Chaudhry, Mian Mehmoodur Rasheed and Umar Sarfraz Cheema congratulate Achakzai on appointment as NA opposition leader.

Published 17 Jan, 2026 08:17pm

Police submit report on Basant security plan in LHC

Registration of every kite and spool of string is mandatory via a QR code; the entry of motorcycle riders into red zones is prohibited without a safety antenna.

Updated 17 Jan, 2026 01:58pm

Shah Mehmood Qureshi refuses to support Fawad Chaudhry’s committee, says can’t deviate from PTI’s policies

Sheds light on current political situations, says "need to look for solutions as the country could only move forward with dialogue".

Updated 16 Jan, 2026 07:16pm

Bushra Bibi’s daughter moves LHC for visitation rights to her mother

Petition names Punjab's home department secretary, inspector general of prisons, and Adiala jail superintendent as respondents.

Published 16 Jan, 2026 12:41pm

Yasmin Rashid, Ejaz Chaudhry, other PTI leaders sentenced to 10 years by Lahore ATC in additional May 9 cases

Cases are related to the burning of police vehicles in Lahore's Gulberg and the burning of a container near Kalma Chowk during the nationwide riots on May 9.

Updated 20 Dec, 2025 10:02pm

PTI’s Shah Mahmood shifted back to Kot Lakhpat prison after hospital stay for gallbladder surgery

Lawyer says PTI leader discharged from the hospital after his condition improved.

Published 10 Dec, 2025 07:15pm

Content creators Rajab Butt, Nadeem Mubarak to arrive tonight; will surrender to authorities on Dec 10

IHC grants YouTubers protective bail till tomorrow; both face NCCIA-registered cases.

Updated 09 Dec, 2025 10:02pm

YouTuber Ducky Bhai alleges physical, verbal abuse while in NCCIA custody

Further alleges that investigating officer coerced him into transferring over $300,000 into his personal account.

Updated 08 Dec, 2025 07:32am

YouTuber Ducky Bhai granted bail in gambling app promotion case

He has been in custody since his August 17 arrest.

Published 24 Nov, 2025 11:44am

Punjab prosecutor general seeks mechanism for verification of school staff, faculty using sex offender database

Says checking against Nadra's Sex Offenders Register would serve as "proactive child protection measure”.

Published 19 Nov, 2025 12:38pm

PTI leader Shah Mahmood Qureshi undergoes successful gallbladder surgery, lawyer says

Ex-FM to remain in hospital under doctor's supervision for several days.

Published 18 Nov, 2025 07:27pm

LHC bars police from harrassing Indian woman married to Pakistani man

Petition heard by Justice Farooq Haider.

Published 18 Nov, 2025 01:40pm

LHC demands report from Punjab Wildlife Dept over demolition of Lahore pet market

Lawyer says Punjab Wildlife Department should have been involved to safely evacuate the animals.

Published 10 Nov, 2025 10:50pm