Punjab

Moonis Elahi Declared Absconder in Money Laundering Case

July 22, 2023 3:40 pm

A Lahore court declared Moonis Elahi, a leader of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and former federal minister, as an absconder in a money laundering case on Saturday. In response to the court order, the process of freezing Elahi’s identity card, passport, bank accounts, and properties was initiated. The court has requested information on his travel history, bank accounts, passport, identity card, and correct residential address.

Punjab Launches Registration and Licensing Campaign for Tobacco Vendors

July 22, 2023 1:06 pm

Excise Taxation and Narcotics Control Department started registrations and licensing of tobacco vendors across Punjab on Friday, under the Punjab Tobacco Control Act 1958.

Countrywide Petrol Pump Strike Deferred by 2 Days

July 22, 2023 12:21 pm

The Pakistan Petroleum Dealers Association (PPDA) has decided to postpone its strike until Monday following talks with Petroleum Minister Musadik Malik.

Surprising Death of DIG Lahore Baffles Authorities

July 22, 2023 12:05 pm

Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Lahore Shariq Jamal was found dead at his residence in DHA on Saturday, as per reports. Authorities have initiated a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding his untimely demise.

Islamia University Security Officer Caught in Possession of Explicit Videos

July 21, 2023 1:08 pm

Bahawalpur’s Baghdadul Jadid police station has made a significant arrest involving the Chief Security Officer (CSO) of Islamia University Bahawalpur (IUB). The police allegedly discovered crystal meth (ice) and aphrodisiacs in his possession during a routine checkpoint stop. Additionally, objectionable videos and pictures of female officials and students from the university were found on his two mobile phones.

PMD Issues Warning of Heavy Rainfall and Urban Flooding in Pakistan’s Major Cities

July 21, 2023 12:30 am

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a warning, stating that from July 20th to 22nd, heavy rainfall may result in urban flooding in low-lying areas of Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and several other major cities.

Parvez Elahi Transferred to Adiala Jail

July 20, 2023 12:18 pm

Chaudhry Parvez Elahi, the former Punjab chief minister and president of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), was transferred from District Jail Lahore to Central Jail Adiala in Rawalpindi on Wednesday. The local administration in Lahore had issued 30-day detention orders against Elahi under Section 3 of the Maintenance of Public Order (3MPO) on July 16.

PTI Dismisses Azam Khan’s ‘Confession’ on Cypher Saga

July 20, 2023 11:41 am

The PTI has raised doubts about the credibility of the former principal secretary Azam Khan’s statement regarding the US cypher conspiracy, dismissing it as inconsistent.

Poisoned Milkshake Incident Leaves Two Children Dead, Three Critical

July 19, 2023 5:34 pm

In Sahiwal, two young children lost their lives and three others were left in critical condition after consuming a poisoned milkshake at their father’s home on Dispensary Road. The father had prepared the milkshake for his five kids, but shortly after consuming it, their health rapidly deteriorated.

Earthquake Hits Major Cities in Pakistan

July 19, 2023 2:17 pm

Earlier today (19 July), a powerful earthquake measuring 4.5 on the Richter scale rattled several major cities in Pakistan, generating shockwaves felt in Islamabad and Lahore.

Quack Doctor’s Negligence Claims Life of 14-Year-Old

July 19, 2023 1:39 pm

A grave medical error resulted in the untimely death of Muhammad Nabi Khan, a 14-year-old boy, on Tuesday. The boy’s family had rushed him to a nearby doctor when he was suffering from diarrhea, seeking medical attention. However, the decision proved fatal as the administered injection triggered a severe and rapid outbreak of rashes all over his body.

Massive accident at Sawan Bridge in Rawalpindi

July 17, 2023 5:34 pm

A sad occurrence happened earlier today on Swan Bridge, GT Road, Rawalpindi. The update claims that a cement bag-laden truck lost control and hit several cars.