At least nine suspects were killed and two police officials were injured in multiple encounters involving the Crime Control Department across various cities of Punjab, according to police reports. In Lahore, six suspects were killed in three separate operations. Police stated that raids were conducted in different areas, including Sundar, Iqbal Town, and DHA, where…
The Federal Investigation Agency has arrested a suspected human trafficker from Gujranwala who was wanted in at least 16 cases and had been declared an absconder for years. According to FIA officials, the accused, identified as Shahbaz Ahmad from Noshehra Virkan, had been involved in human trafficking activities since 2010. His name had also been…
The Pakistan Tax Bar Association has raised serious concerns over weaknesses in the digital tax system managed by the Federal Board of Revenue, urging immediate reforms to improve efficiency, governance, and taxpayer facilitation. In a formal representation submitted to FBR Chairman Rashid Mahmood Langrial, the association highlighted critical gaps in system design, legal alignment, and…
Federal Minister for Railways Hanif Abbasi has announced a major overhaul of Pakistan’s ageing railway infrastructure, calling it a historic initiative in the country’s 78-year history. The government has launched extensive track upgrade and digitisation plans aimed at improving efficiency, safety, and travel times. According to the minister, key projects include the upgrade of the…
A 24-member Pakistani Hindu family from Sanghar has returned to Pakistan through the Wagah Border after spending nearly two years in India. The family had been living in Ahmedabad, where they said they faced significant hardship and difficulties in accessing basic services. According to the family head, Rano, they initially moved to India in search…
A new study by the Competition Commission of Pakistan has highlighted the need for major reforms in Pakistan’s cement industry, focusing on tax structure, logistics, energy pricing, and mineral sector development. The report aims to improve competition, reduce market distortions, and support long-term industrial growth. According to the study, the cement sector plays a vital…
Sindh Irrigation Minister Jam Khan Shoro has announced that the ongoing rehabilitation of the Sukkur Barrage will extend its operational lifespan by approximately 30 years. The project, valued at around Rs17 billion, is a major step toward strengthening Sindh’s irrigation infrastructure. During his visit to Sukkur, the minister stated that installation of 26 new gates…
The Pakistan Meteorological Department has warned of a possible development of El Niño in May, with a 61% probability between May and July. This shift in climate patterns could lead to higher temperatures, reduced rainfall, and prolonged dry conditions across Pakistan. Alongside this, the PMD has issued a heatwave alert for southern regions, predicting a…
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and the broader opposition alliance have agreed to develop a joint strategy on key national issues and improve coordination between their parties. The decision was made during a high-level meeting held in Islamabad at the residence of Mahmood Khan Achakzai. The meeting was attended by senior opposition leaders and key PTI figures,…
The Punjab Bar Council (PbBC) has issued notices to 1,200 lawyers whose academic degrees remain unverified by the Higher Education Commission. The council has set May 15 as the final deadline for verification, warning that failure to comply will result in suspension of licences and possible legal action. According to officials, the unverified degrees are…
