CITYRawalpindi authorities have approved a monsoon flood relief and rescue plan and put departments on red alert. The cantonment board has also issued a safety advisory for residents near Nullah Leh and other drainage channels.
HEALTHThe Punjab Healthcare Commission said it sealed 646 illegal treatment centres across Punjab in June after 2,837 inspections. Lahore recorded the highest enforcement activity, with 142 outlets shut down.
NewsRawalpindi police said the last of 14 undertrial prisoners who escaped from a prison van has been arrested. The inmates had fled near Chakian Stop after allegedly blinding escort staff with chilli powder.
BusinessTransporters in Hattar Industrial Estate protested against higher taxes and warned of a wheel-jam strike if their demands are ignored. They also sought withdrawal of cases against transporters and business-friendly policies.
CITYPunjab has transferred several senior civil and police officials in Rawalpindi, including the commissioner, deputy commissioner and city police officer. Captain (retired) Nadeem Nasir and Hassan Mushtaq Sukhera have been appointed to key posts.
SportsErling Haaland scored twice late on as Norway beat Brazil 2-1 at MetLife Stadium to reach the World Cup quarter-finals for the first time. Goalkeeper Orjan Nyland starred, including a first-half penalty save from Bruno Guimaraes.
NATIONALPolice in Lahore have registered a separate FIR over a traffic crash linked to the case involving two foreign women allegedly kidnapped and sexually assaulted. The main investigation remains under way after four suspects were arrested.
CITYThe CDA has called a special board meeting to decide the future of the stalled Nilor Heights Apartments project after the federal cabinet ended NPHDA’s role. The authority is considering revival through a public-private partnership.
CITYResidents of Wah Model Town say blocked drains and weak sewerage infrastructure are again exposing the area to flooding as the monsoon season intensifies. Social workers have also raised concerns about sanitation and unclear civic responsibility.
PoliticsAdvocate Amjad Hussain is due to take oath as Gilgit-Baltistan chief minister on Monday after a delay linked to Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari’s Iran visit. The GB Supreme Appellate Court has also ordered re-polling in parts of Diamer.
NATIONALAt a PPP seminar in Lahore marking the anniversary of the July 5, 1977 coup, speakers said the legacy of martial law continued to affect Pakistan’s political and social life. They also paid tribute to Zulfikar Ali Bhutto and renewed calls for constitutional supremacy.
SportsCristiano Ronaldo has said the current World Cup will be the last of his career ahead of Portugal’s last-16 match against Spain. The Portugal captain also said he leaves the game with a clear conscience and no regrets.
