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PFA destroys over 10 maunds of adulterated butter in Gujar Khan crackdown


Rawalpindi: The Punjab Food Authority (PFA) has intensified its campaign against food adulteration by destroying more than 10 maunds of adulterated butter during an operation against an illegal butter production unit operating in a house in Gujar Khan.



According to a PFA spokesperson, food safety teams conducted the raid and collected butter samples for laboratory analysis. The laboratory report later confirmed the presence of banaspati ghee and edible oil in the butter, declaring the product adulterated and unfit for human consumption.



Following the laboratory findings, the Punjab Food Authority lodged a First Information Report (FIR) against those responsible under the relevant provisions of the law.



The spokesperson said the authority has launched a province-wide sampling campaign of butter and desi ghee to curb adulteration and ensure the availability of safe, hygienic and quality food for consumers across Punjab.



He reaffirmed that the Punjab Food Authority would continue taking strict legal action against food business operators involved in adulteration, warning that no compromise would be made on public health and food safety.



The public has been urged to report the sale or production of adulterated or substandard food by calling the Punjab Food Authority’s helpline 1223, enabling the authority to take prompt action against violators.



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CM’s aide announces Rs. one million each for families of Spin Karez victims


Shangla: Provincial Minister for Minerals, Arif Ahmadzai on Saturday visited various areas of Shangla including Mian Kale Pirabad and announced Rs. one million each for families of miners died in Spin Karez mine incident.



He visited various areas of Shangla and offered condolences to families of laborers. He said that provincial government stands beside families of victims in this time of duress and added that families of laborers would be provided needed assistance and help.



He said that thorough probe would be launched into the incident to identify reasons and factors behind the mishap. He said that punitive action would be taken against those whose irresponsibility triggered the incident leading to death of miners.



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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.



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KP ready for AJK polls as 7, 655 voters to cast ballots tomorrow


Abbottabad: All arrangements have been finalized for polling in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa for Constituency LA-XLV (Kashmir Valley-VI) in the General Elections to the Azad Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly 2026.



Polling will be held on Sunday, August 2, with 7, 655 registered voters set to elect their representative.



According to the Election Commission, the constituency has 4, 121 male and 3, 534 female voters. A total of 41 polling stations have been established across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, including five male, 10 female and 26 combined polling stations. Seventy polling booths have been set up, comprising 33 male and 37 female booths.



Seven candidates are contesting the seat. They include Bashir Ahmad Khan (Independent), Khawaja Muhammad Dilawar (All Jammu wa Kashmir Muslim Conference), Abdul Hamid Butt (Jamaat-e-Islami), Abdul Majid Khan (Pakistan Peoples Party Parliamentarians), Muhammad Zariab (Independent), Muhammad Fayyaz (Independent) and Mirza Khalil ur Rehman Baig (Jammu wa Kashmir United Movement).



The polling stations have been established across 21 districts of the province to facilitate Kashmiri voters. Two polling stations have been set up each in Peshawar, Dera Ismail Khan, Lower and Upper Chitral, Abbottabad, Haripur and Kolai Pallas, while one polling station each has been established in Charsadda, Nowshera, Mardan, Swabi, Kohat, Lakki Marwat, South Waziristan Lower, Tank, Upper Dir, Lower Dir, Shangla, Buner, Battagram and Upper Kohistan. Swat has six polling stations, while Mansehra has the highest number with nine.



Polling in Peshawar will be held at Government Shaheed Osama Zafar Centennial Model High School No. 2 for male voters and Government Shaheed Hasnain Sharif Higher Secondary School No. 1 for female voters. Combined polling stations have also been established at District Election Commissioner offices and government educational institutions in the remaining districts.



In Mansehra, nine polling stations have been established at Government Higher Secondary School No. 1, Government Girls High School No. 1, Divisional Forest Office Siran Division, Government Post Graduate College, Government High School Bherkund, Government Primary School Inayat Abad, Government High School Shinkiari, Government Girls Higher Secondary School Shinkiari and Government Higher Secondary School Garhi Habibullah. Swat has six combined polling stations located in Mingora, Matta, Bahrain, Madyan, Kalam and Khwazakhela.



The Election Commission has advised all registered voters to reach their designated polling stations with their original Computerized National Identity Cards (CNICs) and cooperate with polling staff to ensure peaceful, orderly and transparent elections.



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Belarus military delegation meets Naval Chief to discuss defence cooperation


Islamabad: A high-level delegation of the Republic of Belarus led by Chief of the General Staff and First Deputy Defence Minister, Major General Pavel Muraveiko, called on Chief of the Naval Staff, Admiral Naveed Ashraf, at Naval Headquarters, Islamabad.



Upon arrival at Naval Headquarters, the dignitary was received by the Chief of the Naval Staff, said the Directorate General Public Relations (Pakistan Navy) press release.



During the meeting, professional matters of mutual interest, including defence collaboration were discussed. Admiral Naveed Ashraf emphasised that Pakistan greatly values its relations with Belarus and desires to forge a long-term, multi-dimensional cooperation with the country.



The visiting dignitary appreciated and acknowledged Pakistan Navy’s efforts and commitment towards regional maritime security. Both sides agreed to further strengthen and diversify the scope of the existing bilateral defence relationship.



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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.