Beautification schemes inspected in Murree


Murree: Targeted infrastructure enhancements-including seasonal floral installations, landscape restoration, and newly developed viewing platforms, are being executed across Jhika Gali, Kuldana, Kashmir Point, View Forth Road, and Pindi Point to elevate tourism infrastructure in the hill station.



The horticulture agency’s field operations focus on expanding green belts and restoring public vantage points to deliver better civic amenities for local residents and seasonal visitors.



The progress review was conducted during an on-site inspection tour led by Additional Deputy Commissioner (General) Murree Kamran Sagheer in Murree on Saturday.



ADC (G) Kamran Sagheer directed horticulture officials to expedite pending works and mobilize all available departmental resources to preserve the town’s natural ecosystem while strictly adhering to completion timelines.



PM Shehbaz lauds security forces for killing 7 Fitna al-Hindustan terrorists in Nushki


Lahore: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday paid tribute to the security forces for successfully conducting an operation against terrorists of Fitna al-Hindustan in Nushki district.



The premier commended the security forces for killing seven terrorists of Fitna al-Hindustan during the operation. ‘Under the vision of Azm-i-Istehkam, the security forces are achieving remarkable successes in the fight against terrorism, ‘ he added.



Shehbaz Sharif stated ‘We are determined to completely eliminate all forms of terrorism from the country. ”



PRBC delegation calls on DIG Sindh to strengthen trade-security dialogue


Islamabad: Pakistan Romania Business Council (PRBC), Advisor and Chief Operating Officer Atif Farooqi, and Chairman Sohail Shamim Firpo called on DIG Mazhar Nawaz Shaikh at the Sindh Police Central Police Office to discuss matters of mutual interest, with a particular focus on Pakistan’s investment climate, institutional stability, and the importance of coordinated engagement between the business and law enforcement communities.



During the meeting, the PRBC representatives underscored that sustained dialogue with senior law enforcement officials remains essential for promoting bilateral trade and building confidence among international investors, said a press release issued here.



They noted that in an increasingly complex and often confusing environment for foreign direct investment in Pakistan, constructive interaction with public institutions helps reinforce transparency, predictability, and trust.



DIG Mazhar Nawaz Shaikh, a senior outstanding officer of Police Service of Pakistan with over 25 years of experience in policing, revenue administration, magistracy, and banking, was recognized for his distinguished career in counter-terrorism operations, inter-provincial crime control, and institutional reform. His reputation for integrity, inter-agency coordination, and results-oriented leadership was acknowledged as reflective of Pakistan’s broader commitment to rule of law and a secure business environment.



According to Atif Farooqi, Advisor and Chief Operating Officer of the Pakistan Romania Business Council, the Council continues to engage senior law enforcement and administrative officials as part of its broader efforts to promote bilateral trade, strengthen investor confidence, and contribute to a clearer, more stable environment for foreign direct investment in Pakistan.



PRBC reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining regular engagement with senior officials across relevant state institutions to advance bilateral trade objectives, support investor confidence, and contribute positively to Pakistan’s economic outreach efforts. The Council emphasized that a stable, secure, and well-coordinated institutional framework is vital for attracting and retaining foreign direct investment.



Security Forces kill seven terrorists: ISPR


Islamabad: Security Forces conducted an intelligence-based operation in Nushki District of Balochistan, on the reported presence of terrorists belonging to an Indian proxy, Fitna al Hindustan, neutralising seven Indian sponsored terrorists, including a suicide bomber.



During the conduct of operation, terrorists’ hideout was identified, monitored and busted through prompt surgical action by own forces killing all seven Indian sponsored terrorists including a suicide bomber. Cache of ammunitions and improvised explosive devices were also destroyed on-site, according to a press release issued by the ISPR.



Sanitization operations are being conducted to eliminate any other Indian sponsored terrorist found in the area. Relentless Counter Terrorism campaign under vision ‘Azm e Istehkam’ (as approved by Federal Apex Committee on National Action Plan) by Security Forces and Law Enforcement Agencies of Pakistan will continue at full pace to wipe out menace of foreign-sponsored and supported terrorism from the country.



Two cattle-lifters arrested, cash, buffalo recovered


Faisalabad: Saddar Samundri police have arrested two members of a cattle-lifter gang and recovered cash and a stolen buffalo from them.



Police spokesman said that Saddar Samundri police conducted a targeted operation and busted out a cattle lifter gang by arresting its two active members including ringleader Zafar and his accomplice Haroon who were wanted to the police in a number of cases of robbery and cattle theft.



During operation, the police also recovered cash of Rs515, 000 and a stolen buffalo valued at approximately Rs700, 000 from their possession while further investigation was under progress, he added.



Rescue 1122 Malakand responds to 420 emergencies in July: DEO


Malakand: Rescue 1122 Malakand responded to 420 emergencies during July 2026, providing timely rescue and emergency services to 407 people across the district, said District Emergency Officer Nasir Khan.



Sharing department’s monthly performance report, he said, the emergencies included 322 medical cases, 51 road traffic accidents, 12 fire incidents, 12 shooting and violence cases, four drowning incidents, 19 recovery operations, and seven deaths.



During the reporting period, the Rescue 1122 Malakand control room received 12, 076 calls, including 3, 446 informational or dropped calls, while 8, 210 were identified as fake, irrelevant, or prank calls made by children.



Under the referral ambulance service, Rescue 1122 transferred 192 patients from one hospital to another during July. Of these, 68 patients were shifted within the district, while 124 were referred to hospitals outside the district.



Nasir Khan said Rescue 1122 Malakand remains available round the clock to provide prompt, safe, and professional emergency services to the public in all types of emergencies.