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Profiteers imposed fine

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Waseem Iqbal
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FAISALABAD, Feb 14 (APP):Deputy Chief Officer Municipal Corporation/Price Control Magistrate Azmat Firdous checked prices of edible items and imposed Rs 12,000 fine for overcharging, here on Wednesday.
He checked fruit, vegetable, chicken, meat and grocery shops in different markets and took action against violators of government price lists. He said that the process of price checking is being carried out on a daily basis and the the violators would not escape punishment.
He directed the vendors to display price lists at prominent places for convenience of consumers.

SIU nabs two extortionists

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AHMD Raja
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KARACHI, Feb 14 (APP):The Special Investigation Unit (SIU)/ Crime Investigation Agency (CIA) of Karachi Police successfully apprehended two individuals involved in extortion activities.
According to SSP SIU, the suspects, identified as Shoaib Abdul Rauf and Muhammad Umair, were arrested from Jamshed Quarters after demanding a ransom from Muhammad Usama, a local resident.
The extortionists targeted Usama, demanding Rs. 0.5 million via phone calls and messages on December 21st, 2023. Later, on December 30th, 2023, they escalated their threats by delivering a parcel containing an extortion slip of Rs. 1 million, along with a 9mm pistol bullet and two handkerchiefs, to Usama’s watchman. The parcel also included a menacing message, threatening Usama’s family if the ransom wasn’t paid.
The SIU, following a case registered at Jamshed Quarters Police Station, pursued the investigation, leading to the recovery of the mobile phone and SIM card used in the extortion scheme.
Notably, Shoaib Abdul Rauf, one of the arrested individuals, is Muhammad Usama’s brother-in-law and the alleged mastermind behind the extortion plot, carried out in collaboration with his accomplice, Muhammad Umair.
Tragically, the pressure of the extortion and threats proved fatal, as Usama’s father succumbed to the distress.
This isn’t Shoaib Abdul Rauf’s first encounter with the law; he had been previously arrested in 2021 at Ferozabad Police Station. Both suspects have confessed to their involvement in the crime during preliminary interrogations, with further investigations ongoing.

Man killed in road mishap

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AHMD Raja
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MULTAN, Feb 14 (APP):A man died on Wednesday, as a result of a collision between two motorcycles at Razabad Chowk near Chungi No-1.
According to Rescue 1122 sources, 41-year-old Ilyas s/o Akhtar Hussain resident of Suraj Miani area was returning home from his workplace on the motorcycle when another speeding motorcycle collided with him at Razabad Chowk. Meanwhile, a bus crushed him under its wheel when he fell on the road after the collision.
The rescue officials shifted the body to Nishtar Hospital whereas Police have also started investigations into the incident.

Dilawar Khan given additional charge of ADG FDA

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Ali Ali
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FAISALABAD, Feb 14 (APP):Faisalabad Development Authority (FDA) Director General Mohammad Asif Chaudhry has assigned the additional charge of Additional Director General FDA to Director State Management-I Dilawar Khan Chadhar.
According to a notification issued here Wednesday, he will also serve as Additional Director General FDA in addition to his current post, while Junaid Hasan Manj will continue to work as Director State Management-II.
Additional Director General Dilawar Khan Chadhar has taken over the charge with immediate effect.

Three outlaws arrested; drugs, weapons recovered

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Waseem Iqbal
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MULTAN, Feb 14 (APP):Police have arrested three notorious criminals and recovered drugs and illegal weapons from their possession during separate raids conducted in the city during last 24 hours.
According to police sources, police ensuring all possible measures to provide sense of security to masses by launching comprehensive action against criminals under the vision of IG Punjab Dr Usman Anwar of making the province crime free.
In this regard, the Gulgasht police arrested Shahzaib s/o Abdul Rasheed and recovered over one kilogram Hashish and weapons from his possession. The arrested criminal was wanted to police in different cases of drug peddling and other offenses, police sources said.
Meanwhile, Shah Shams police apprehended Muhammad Ahtesham and Muhammad Rizwan besides recovering 27 litre liquor and weapons during a special raid conducted here on Wednesday.
Separate cases have been registered against the criminals with the concerned police stations, police sources added.

The signing ceremony of MoU between the Stakeholders on Consortium Formation for Machike-Thallian-Tarujabba White Oil Pipeline Project at SIFC Secretariat, PM Office.

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The signing ceremony of MoU between the Stakeholders on Consortium Formation for Machike-Thallian-Tarujabba White Oil Pipeline Project at SIFC Secretariat, PM Office.
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Early sown cotton yields more production: Saqib Ateel

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Waseem Iqbal
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MULTAN, Feb 14 (APP):Secretary Agriculture South Punjab Saqib Ateel said on Wednesday that early sowing of cotton was yielding handsome production and the trend was on the rise in the region.
While chairing a meeting here, Saqib Ateel said that early sowing increased production by reducing expenditures. The trend of early sowing was being witnessed in Multan, Sahiwal, Sargodha and Faisalabad divisions.
Saqib directed officials to guide farmers on breaking hard soil, triple-gene cultivation, and implementation of the IPM model.
He also stressed the importance of prioritizing national interests over personal gains. He highlighted how cotton, being a unique crop, can significantly contribute to the country’s economy in a short period.
The early sowing in the Multan division will be increased from 150,000 acres to 200,000 acres in the coming season.
He said, this year, full expertise and hard work will be put into practice on the IPM model, and training programs for farmers will also be closely monitored and added good preparation of the land was essential before cotton cultivation, and soil plowing should be done properly to increase the water retention capacity of the soil and enable the roots to reach deeper for nutrients. Moreover, promoting the cultivation of triple-gene varieties and implementation of the IPM model were encouraged.
Saqib highlighted how cotton cultivation relatively better copes with challenges such as insect infestations and temperature fluctuations. Farmers would be advised to purchase certified seeds from authorized dealers and ensure that the seeds are certified by the Federal Seed Certification and Registration Department. These varieties of cotton have natural resistance against pink bollworms.

PTA escalates efforts to combat illegal SIM activation

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Waseem Iqbal
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ISLAMABAD, Feb 14 (APP):Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) Zonal Office Sukhar, in close collaboration with the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Cyber Crime Circle Wednesday conducted a successful raid against a franchise involved in the illicit activation of SIMs at Ratodero, district Larkana.
During the raid, 25 Active SIMs were discovered. Furthermore, the Franchise owner and one other Kiosk person were also taken into custody by the FIA team, said a news release issued here.
The recent raid is part of PTA’s ongoing efforts to prevent the circumvention of the Multi-Finger Biometric Verification System (MBVS).
This steadfast dedication underscores the Authority’s resolve to combat the illicit issuance of SIM cards.

Federal Minister Madad Ali Sindhi chairs a meeting. The meeting was attended by DG FDE and senior representatives from HEC in addition with senior officials from Ministry of Education.

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Federal Minister Madad Ali Sindhi chairs a meeting. The meeting was attended by DG FDE and senior representatives from HEC in addition with senior officials from Ministry of Education.
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SECP continues crack down against illegal personal loan apps

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Waseem Iqbal
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ISLAMABAD, Feb 14 (APP):The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) is constantly monitoring social media and websites for illegal personal loan Apps (illegal apps) in order to safeguard the public from illicit loan sharks.
Eight further illicit apps had been identified by SECP and these apps were being distributed to the public as Android Package Kit (APK) files via various APK websites, emails, and social media, said a press release issued here.
The SECP has already initiated actions against the illegal apps in coordination with the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) and Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA).
The commission has so far blocked 132 illegal apps in active collaboration with Google, Apple, FIA and PTA.
The coordinated efforts made by SECP, Google, FIA and PTA have forced operators of illegal apps to divert their activities to APK websites, social media, etc.
 The illegal apps pose significant risks to user’s safety including misuse of personal information/sensitive financial data, fraud, blackmailing/harassment etc.
The SECP advised general public not to download illegal apps from any website or links shared through any other source like email or social media.
An updated list of Illegal Apps, as identified by SECP and reported to respective app stores, PTA and FIA, is placed on the SECP website for the information of the public.
The General Public is advised to only download SECP approved personal loan apps that are only available on the official app stores of Google and Apple.
The list of SECP approved personal loan apps is also available on its Website for the convenience of the general public.
The list of illegal apps can be found at https://www.secp.gov.pk/document/list-of-illegal-digital-apps/?wpdmdl=49188&refresh=65cc67f103e171707894769.
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