The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has arrested a prominent Faisalabad-based industrialist and two former chief executives of the Faisalabad Electric Supply Company (FESCO) in connection with an alleged Rs11.96 billion power fraud and corruption case. The suspects, including industrialist Mian Idris, were arrested at Allama Iqbal International Airport, Lahore, while reportedly preparing to travel to…
Pakistan’s automobile industry is witnessing a significant shift as Chinese electric vehicle (EV) and hybrid manufacturers rapidly expand their presence, posing a serious challenge to Japanese brands that have dominated the country’s market for more than three decades. The growing interest in electric mobility comes amid rising global fuel prices and increasing concerns over energy…
Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand will arrive in Pakistan on Monday for the first visit by a Canadian foreign minister in nearly two decades, marking a significant step in strengthening bilateral relations. During her visit, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar will hold talks with Anand on expanding cooperation in trade, investment, education…
Dr. Nabiha Ali Khan rejects age rumours, announces legal action Popular internet personality and psychologist Dr. Nabiha Ali Khan has dismissed viral claims about her age, saying misleading social media posts have falsely linked old videos and images to incorrect timelines. She also announced legal action against individuals and pages responsible for spreading the misinformation….
Pakistan has intensified its campaign against undocumented Afghan nationals in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), where police have launched a large-scale crackdown involving identity checks, housing demolitions, and deportation measures. According to officials, the operation follows directives issued by the Interior Ministry, which instructed law enforcement agencies nationwide to arrest Afghan citizens without valid visas from July…
Federal Petroleum Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik has said that Pakistan’s transition to a daily petroleum pricing mechanism will improve transparency, eliminate opportunities for market manipulation, and establish a more competitive, consumer-friendly fuel pricing system. Speaking during a meeting with key stakeholders from the petroleum industry, the minister described the reform as a major step towards…
Gold prices in Pakistan recorded another increase on Saturday, following a fresh rally in the international bullion market. The upward trend in global precious metal prices was reflected in local markets, where both gold and silver registered notable gains. According to market data, the international price of gold increased by $24 per ounce, taking the…
A 4.0-magnitude earthquake struck Quetta on Saturday, briefly alarming residents across the city. According to the Seismological Centre, the tremor was moderate in intensity, and no casualties or major property damage were reported. Officials said the earthquake occurred at a depth of 15 kilometres, making the shaking noticeable in several parts of Quetta. Initial seismic…
A special anti-corruption court in Sahiwal has acquitted Khawar Farid Maneka and his son Musa Maneka in a case related to the alleged encroachment and construction on cemetery land in Haveli Lakha. The verdict was announced by Special Judge Anti-Corruption Sahiwal Masood-ul-Hassan, who cleared both accused after completing proceedings in the case. Khawar Maneka and…
The Lahore High Court (LHC) has granted pre-arrest bail to two men accused in a property fraud case, ruling that merely signing a property agreement as a witness does not automatically make a person liable for offences such as forgery or cheating. Justice Tariq Saleem Sheikh issued the detailed nine-page judgment while hearing petitions filed…
