BusinessA National Steel Complex Limited delegation told Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan that the current EPZ duty mechanism results in double taxation on industrial products. The group also highlighted valuation issues and rising costs affecting long-term projects.
LocalRawalpindi police and hospital sources say new details have surfaced in the Dhamial double murder case, including allegations that Zain Shah was tortured, dragged and lynched by a mob. Eight suspects have been detained, while police are considering adding terrorism charges.
CITYAuthorities have set a new mid-June deadline for opening the Rawalpindi Ring Road after the project missed earlier targets. Officials say the Rs50 billion scheme is 85 per cent complete.
HEALTHReports from rural Chakwal say steroids and strong painkillers are being misused in villages, with untrained medical store workers allegedly prescribing injections. Health experts warn the practice is causing serious complications.
NATIONALTrading in sacrificial animals has begun at Lahore’s eight official cattle markets, where buyers are facing record prices ahead of Eidul Azha. Authorities have also issued a red alert over Congo virus and approved deployment of veterinary staff at the markets.
CITYA court has discharged a caretaker arrested after an old video of a lioness resurfaced online. The judge found that the allegations in the FIR could not be proven.
SportsPakistan hosted its first open water Olympic triathlon at Gulberg Greens Lake Front in Islamabad, drawing hundreds of athletes and spectators. Winners were announced across Olympic, sprint and fun run categories.
HEALTHA dermatologist has urged the public to take precautions during summer, warning of increased skin and stomach ailments linked to heat, sweating and poor hygiene. He advised hydration, lighter clothing and better personal hygiene.
BusinessSMEDA has reaffirmed its commitment to regional SME cooperation at the 9th D-8 SME Governmental Bodies meeting. Officials discussed practical steps to boost SME development, economic integration, and intra-D-8 trade.
WorldBritish Prime Minister Keir Starmer came under renewed pressure after three ministerial aides resigned and more than 60 Labour MPs called for him to quit. His plea for more time after Labour’s local election losses appeared to do little to stem the backlash.
LocalA senior citizen and a child were injured in stray dog attacks in Shakargarh tehsil, where five goats were also killed and a buffalo wounded. Residents say repeated appeals to authorities have not produced action.
CITYTraffic has resumed at Rawalpindi’s Kutchery Chowk after months of disruption caused by reconstruction work. Residents welcomed the reopening but also demanded repairs to alternative roads damaged during the project.
