Arts & CultureThe Seven Sisters railway tunnels in Attock’s Kala Chitta range remain a rare example of colonial-era engineering and heritage. Officials, historians and visitors say the site also holds strong potential as a tourism destination.
NATIONALA Punjab Assembly committee has raised concerns over alleged police excesses, unresolved complaints and delays in forming Public Safety Commissions. It also recommended action over an alleged campaign targeting the speaker and assembly oversight role.
CITYWheat prices in Hyderabad’s open market have risen by Rs700 per 100-kg bag in five days, fuelling fears of another flour price increase across Sindh. Traders and flour mill representatives blame hoarding and weak procurement by the Sindh Food Department.
NATIONALPunjab has issued heatwave guidelines for zoos and wildlife parks, ordering round-the-clock water, shaded feeding areas and extra cooling measures for vulnerable species. Veterinary staff have also been told to monitor animals for heat stress and provide immediate treatment where needed.
CITYHyderabad police said six suspects were arrested in separate operations during a district-wide crackdown on Sunday. Authorities also reported the seizure of weapons and drugs and stepped-up joint patrols with Rangers.
CITYAn 18-month-old girl was critically injured in a knife attack outside her home in Rawalpindi’s Dhamiyal area. Police arrested a suspect, identified as a relative of the child’s mother, and said the investigation is continuing.
NATIONALKarachi trader Ali Murtaza Jameel, who was killed in firing in Balochistan's Dasht area, was buried on Sunday. Trade leaders condemned the attack and called for the perpetrators to be traced and punished.
NewsPunjab will introduce the Green Property Certificate for all property transactions from July 1, ending the use of Fard-e-Bai as proof of ownership. Officials say the new document is meant to verify ownership and possession while reducing fraud.
NATIONALThe finance ministry has cut development budgets and imposed tighter approval rules for projects in 2026-27. The restrictions are expected to affect about 450 schemes, including seven major projects in Rawalpindi Division.
CITYA suspected breach at Rawalpindi’s historic Property Record Office has raised concerns after staff found the building’s locks broken. Officials say no loss of records has been detected so far, but checks are ongoing.
NATIONALFOSPAH has fined a private organisation Rs1.2 million for terminating a female employee during approved maternity leave. The ombudsperson also found gender-based discrimination and psychological harassment.
HEALTHAllegations have surfaced over the handling of capitation funds at King Abdullah Teaching Hospital in Mansehra. Hospital Management Committee members say they were not given formal details of spending or fund utilisation.
