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BRT Red Line Progresses in Sindh, Pakistan
Politicsexpress-tribune3d ago

BRT Red Line Progresses in Sindh, Pakistan

The BRT Red Line project in Sindh, Pakistan, is picking up momentum, with the provincial government setting a September 15 target for making University Road fully motorable.

Ontario Court Rules Province Can Remove Toronto Bike Lanes
PoliticsThe Guardiancbcnational-post11d ago3 sources

Ontario Court Rules Province Can Remove Toronto Bike Lanes

Ontario's top court has ruled that the provincial government has the authority to remove bike lanes in Toronto. This decision hands a victory to Premier Doug Ford, allowing his administration to proceed with plans to alter urban infrastructure.

Chinese State-Owned Firms Establish Semiconductor Funds
BusinessSCMP1mo ago

Chinese State-Owned Firms Establish Semiconductor Funds

Companies backed by the Chinese state and provincial governments have announced new funds to support the semiconductor industry, aiming to provide the 'patient capital' required for its long-term growth amidst national strategic needs.

Iloilo Capitol Worker Arrested in P7.8M Meth Bust
Worldinquirer2mo ago

Iloilo Capitol Worker Arrested in P7.8M Meth Bust

A 51-year-old provincial government employee was arrested in Iloilo City, Philippines, after being caught with over one kilogram of suspected “shabu” worth an estimated P7.8 million during a joint buy-bust operation.

Bukidnon extends aid to quake-hit General Santos City
Politicsinquirer2mo ago

Bukidnon extends aid to quake-hit General Santos City

The provincial government of Bukidnon has provided P1.5 million in financial assistance to General Santos City. This aid is intended to support relief and recovery efforts following a devastating magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck off the coast.

Heat index in Pangasinan peaks at 47°C
Environmentinquirer3mo ago

Heat index in Pangasinan peaks at 47°C

LINGAYEN, Pangasinan — Pangasinan recorded its highest heat index this year at a “danger” level of 47 degrees Celsius at 4 p.m. on Thursday, according to the provincial government.

Eastern Samar gov’t starts 4-day workweek
Businessinquirer5mo ago

Eastern Samar gov’t starts 4-day workweek

TACLOBAN CITY — The provincial government of Eastern Samar will begin implementing a compressed four-day on-site workweek in provincial offices starting Monday, following an executive order issued by Gov. Ralph Vincent Evardone. The directive, contained in Executive Order No. RVE-2026-03-014, adopts energy conservation measures and introduces a revised work schedule for provincial government employees while

Iloilo gov nixes local fuel subsidies due to budget constraints
Businessinquirer5mo ago

Iloilo gov nixes local fuel subsidies due to budget constraints

ILOILO CITY—Iloilo Governor Arthur Defensor Jr. has admitted that the provincial government cannot implement fuel subsidies despite the rise in oil prices due to tensions in the Middle East. Defensor acknowledged the immediate relief and practicality that fuel subsidies could provide but said that implementing them would require significant financial resources that the province currently

Camarines Sur launches anti-flood, green embankment project
Environmentinquirer5mo ago

Camarines Sur launches anti-flood, green embankment project

IRIGA CITY — The provincial government of Camarines Sur has launched an anti-flood and Green Embankment Project aimed at protecting flood-prone and coastal communities. Gov. Luis Raymund “LRay” Villafuerte Jr. led the rollout of the initiative on Friday, March 6, dubbed “Aksyon Kontra Baha,” in the towns of Garchitorena and Milaor. Provincial workers and residents

PM tells provincial govts to take strict action against those hoarding petroleum products
PoliticsDawn5mo ago

PM tells provincial govts to take strict action against those hoarding petroleum products

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday presided over a high-level meeting on petroleum products, directing provincial governments to take strict legal action against those hoarding the commodities. According to a handout by the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), the Ministry of Petroleum gave a detailed briefing about stocks of petroleum products in the country, in the context of the changing situation in the region. According to the briefing, sufficient reserves of pe...

Former Diageo workers speak out on deal that keeps Crown Royal on shelves
Businesscbc5mo ago

Former Diageo workers speak out on deal that keeps Crown Royal on shelves

As workers filed out of Diageo's Amherstburg, Ont., Crown Royal bottling facility for the last time on Wednesday, some expressed anger — not just at the company that put them out of work, but at the provincial government for not following through on a promise to pull Crown Royal off shelves if the plant closed.

Farmers Protest Causes Traffic Jams in Den Bosch
Politicsde-volkskrantnl-times11d ago2 sources

Farmers Protest Causes Traffic Jams in Den Bosch

Farmers protesting in Den Bosch, Netherlands, have caused significant traffic jams around the provincial government building. The demonstration involves tractors and has led to calls for similar police treatment for other protest groups.

Limburg warns of spreading raccoon population
Worldnl-times2mo ago

Limburg warns of spreading raccoon population

The provincial government of Limburg, Netherlands, has issued a warning about the rapid spread of raccoons beyond the region, urging stronger and quicker action to control the population and prevent a serious infestation risk.

Mountain Province Exceeds Energy Savings Target
Businessinquirer3mo ago

Mountain Province Exceeds Energy Savings Target

The Mountain Province provincial government in the Philippines surpassed the national 10-percent energy reduction goal, cutting electricity consumption by 11.05 percent in March and 34.56 percent in April.

Northern Samar restores 5-day workweek
Politicsinquirer3mo ago

Northern Samar restores 5-day workweek

The provincial government of Northern Samar has restored its regular five-day workweek, signaling a gradual return to normal operations while continuing energy-saving measures.

Low Tobacco Prices Drive Ilocos Norte Farmers into Debt
BusinessRappler3mo ago

Low Tobacco Prices Drive Ilocos Norte Farmers into Debt

Farmers in Ilocos Norte are facing mounting debt due to persistently low tobacco prices and uncertain trading conditions, which are severely straining their income. The Alyansa ti Mannalon iti Ilocos Norte is calling on the provincial government to intervene and provide assistance to the struggling agricultural sector.

Gul Plaza Fire Inquiry Report Handed to Sindh Government
WorldDawn4mo ago

Gul Plaza Fire Inquiry Report Handed to Sindh Government

Justice Agha Faisal of the Sindh High Court, who led the Gul Plaza Judicial Commission, has handed over the sealed inquiry report into the January 17 fire to the provincial government. The fire claimed the lives of over 70 people in Karachi.

Agusan execs welcome proposed DOH takeover of provincial hospital
Healthinquirer5mo ago

Agusan execs welcome proposed DOH takeover of provincial hospital

SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur — Officials of Agusan del Sur province welcomed the proposed takeover by the Department of Health (DOH) of the provincial government-run D.O. Plaza Memorial Hospital (DOPMH). The House committee on health approved on Wednesday the measure seeking to transfer the management of the hospital back to the DOH, as contained

Arrest warrant issued vs Iloilo prov’l spox over cyber libel case
Politicsinquirer6mo ago

Arrest warrant issued vs Iloilo prov’l spox over cyber libel case

ILOILO CITY — Jose Nereo Cajilig Lujan, head of the Public Information and Community Affairs Office (PICAO) of the Iloilo Provincial Government, voluntarily surrendered to authorities on Wednesday after confirming that a warrant of arrest had been issued against him for two counts of cyber libel. Lujan said he posted P48,000 bail for each count

DOST and Bukidnon Launch P10-M Smart Farming Initiative
Businessinquirer6d ago

DOST and Bukidnon Launch P10-M Smart Farming Initiative

The provincial government of Bukidnon and the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) have launched a nearly P10-million 'smart' agricultural initiative to provide farmers and local officials with timely data to combat climate shocks.

La Union Honors LGUs for Disaster Resilience
Politicsinquirer29d ago

La Union Honors LGUs for Disaster Resilience

The provincial government of La Union recognized outstanding local government units (LGUs) for their exemplary disaster preparedness and emergency response. This recognition was part of the inaugural Resilience and Emergency in Disaster program.

Biliran Province Reverts to Four-Day Workweek Amid Rising Costs
Worldinquirer1mo ago

Biliran Province Reverts to Four-Day Workweek Amid Rising Costs

The provincial government of Biliran, Philippines, is reverting to a four-day work schedule starting July 13, just over a month after restoring the regular five-day workweek. This decision comes in response to unstable fuel prices and an anticipated increase in electricity costs.

Northern Samar Considers 'Right to Care' Ordinance
Politicsinquirer1mo ago

Northern Samar Considers 'Right to Care' Ordinance

The provincial government of Northern Samar in the Philippines is moving to institutionalize a 'Right to Care' policy, which would allow residents to designate a trusted person for healthcare decisions during medical emergencies.

SULUV Loses Funding from Novi Sad and Province
Worlddanas1mo ago

SULUV Loses Funding from Novi Sad and Province

The Association of Fine Artists of Vojvodina (SULUV) has lost all financial support from the city of Novi Sad and the provincial government for its programs. This decision leaves the organization without funding for its artistic initiatives.

Cebu Provincial Government Plans Drug Rehabilitation Center
Healthinquirer3mo ago

Cebu Provincial Government Plans Drug Rehabilitation Center

The provincial government of Cebu is set to establish a new drug treatment and rehabilitation facility in Pinamungajan town. This initiative comes in response to the increasing demand for recovery and rehabilitation services in the region.

Cebu Prepares for El Niño Impact
Environmentinquirer3mo ago

Cebu Prepares for El Niño Impact

The provincial government of Cebu is increasing efforts to secure water supply and protect communities from the anticipated return of El Niño and its prolonged dry conditions.

Philippine Authorities and Local Governments Implement Measures Amid Rising Fuel Costs
FinanceRapplerinquirer5mo ago2 sources

Philippine Authorities and Local Governments Implement Measures Amid Rising Fuel Costs

The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) has reduced airport terminal fees and approved a fuel surcharge increase, while the Philippine National Police (PNP) reported 415 gas station closures nationwide due to the ongoing oil supply crisis. Additionally, the Iloilo provincial government has rolled out enhanced energy and fuel conservation measures across multiple sectors.

Pangasinan opts out of 4-day workweek plan
Politicsinquirer5mo ago

Pangasinan opts out of 4-day workweek plan

LINGAYEN, Pangasinan – The Pangasinan provincial government has decided not to adopt a four-day workweek, citing concerns that it could disrupt the delivery of essential public services, particularly in healthcare. Vice Governor Mark Lambino said the decision came after officials studied the feasibility of the extended Monday-to-Thursday work scheme authorized by Malacañang for executive branch

Cebu taps private sector to run flagship tour program
Cultureinquirer5mo ago

Cebu taps private sector to run flagship tour program

TAGBILARAN CITY. Bohol— The Cebu provincial government has turned over the implementation of the long-running tourism caravan “Suroy-Suroy Sugbo” (Wander Around Cebu) to the private sector to strengthen partnerships with tourism stakeholders. Gov. Pamela Baricuatro announced the move during the opening ceremony of the 11th International Travel Festival 2026 on Friday, March 13, at the

P500,000 reward up for arrest of suspects in Basilan grenade blast
Worldinquirer5mo ago

P500,000 reward up for arrest of suspects in Basilan grenade blast

PAGADIAN CITY, Zamboanga del Sur – Basilan Gov. Mujiv Hataman on Wednesday strongly condemned the violence perpetrated in Lamitan City on Tuesday night when a grenade was blasted near a construction site in Barangay Malakas. Hataman described the act a “stumbling block” to the city’s economic progress. In a statement, he said the provincial government