Police arrest 8 suspects, recover drugs, illegal weapons

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Fri, 31 Oct 2025, 4:39 PM

LAHORE, Oct 31 (APP):The Punjab Counter Narcotics Force (CNF) conducted a series of successful operations across Lahore, Rawalpindi, and Multan over the past 24 hours, arresting nine notorious drug peddlers and recovering large quantities of narcotics, arms and a drone.

According to a spokesperson for Punjab CNF on Friday, four operations were carried out in Rawalpindi, three in Lahore, and two in Multan. The raids led to the recovery of six kilograms of hashish, two kilograms of heroin, one kilogram of opium, and 70 grams of ice. Additionally, 88 bottles of liquor and 10 intoxicating injections were confiscated.

The spokesperson said authorities also seized six pistols, an automatic rifle (AK-47), and a drone during the operations. The total value of narcotics recovered over the past two months exceeds Rs170 million, with more than 13 tons of drugs seized during this period, said spokesperson. He added that a significant number of drones used for narcotics smuggling have also been recovered.

Meeting reviews 22,000 applications received for ‘Apni Zameen Apna Ghar’ scheme

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Fri, 31 Oct 2025, 4:37 PM

BAHAWALPUR, Oct 31 (APP): A key meeting on the Chief Minister of Punjab’s ‘Apni Zameen Apna Ghar’ scheme was held under the chairmanship of Additional Deputy Commissioner General, Muhammad Tayyab.

The session reviewed applications, eligibility, and the scrutiny process for the housing scheme. Present at the meeting were System Network Administrator, Azeem Zeeshan; Assistant Commissioner Bahawalpur City Khalil Ahmed; Assistant Commissioner Bahawalpur Saddar Qurat-ul-Ain; Deputy Director FATA, Syed Hamid Hussain; and Focal Person “Apni Zameen Apna Ghar”, Hamad Al-Hanan. Assistant commissioners from the relevant tehsils also joined via video link.

Officials reported that 22,000 citizens have submitted applications for the scheme so far, of which 14,000 have been provisionally declared eligible. The meeting decided that all received applications will undergo full scrutiny and police verification to ensure transparency.

During scrutiny, teams will also verify that applicants do not own other property in their name and meet the scheme’s eligibility criteria. Additional Deputy Commissioner General, Muhammad Tayyab, directed officers to evaluate applications strictly on merit and to implement transparent and effective measures so that the public can fully benefit from the facility provided by the Government of Punjab.

Cop caught on CCTV footage sent to lock-up in Layyah

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Fri, 31 Oct 2025, 4:36 PM

MUZAFFARGARH, Oct 31 (APP):A head constable deputed at Police Lines in Layyah was arrested and put in the lock-up of City Police Station after CCTV footage revealed his involvement in criminal activities.

Layyah police spokesman said that the accused official was spotted via CCTV footage and modern technology showing his involvement in motorcycle lifting. The city police registered case against the head constable and started investigations after putting him in the police lock-up.

The official had a history of involvement in criminal activities and that is why he was sent to police lines, he added.

DPO Layyah Muhammad Ali Waseem awarded cash prize and appreciation certificate to the police official, Tahir, for tracing the accused official. The DPO declared that no one was above law adding that law would apply equally on all and no criminal would enjoy leniency.

Food outlets fined in Gujrat

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Fri, 31 Oct 2025, 4:33 PM

GUJRAT, Oct 31 (APP):The Punjab Food Authority (PFA) teams conducted a total of 60 inspections across Gujrat on Friday to ensure food safety and hygiene standards.

According to PFA Officer Gujrat Rizwan Saeed, 18 food points were issued improvement notices, while four were given warnings and directions. Fines amounting to Rs. 75,000 were imposed on nine outlets for various violations.During the operation, 18 kilograms of expired food items were discarded, and one public complaint was also addressed.

The officer said that the inspection campaign would continue across the district to ensure the provision of quality, safe, and healthy food to citizens.

Two killed, one wounded in land dispute

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Fri, 31 Oct 2025, 4:33 PM

MULTAN, Oct 31 (APP): At least two people were killed and another wounded in an exchange of fire over a land dispute in Qadarpur Ran area on Friday.

Police said they had arrested two accused involved in the broad daylight killing. The accused, identified as Rana Farooq, along with his accomplices, opened fire, resulting in the deaths of Qaiser Javed, son of Muhammad Javed, and Tahir, son of Munawar, on the spot.

Another man, Mujahid, a companion of the deceased, sustained bullet injuries during the incident. The bodies and the injured were shifted to Nishtar Hospital.

City Police Officer (CPO) Sadiq Ali Dogar said that the accused, including one unidentified person, had been arrested and further investigation was underway. He said the probe would be conducted fairly and those taking the law into their own hands would be brought to justice.

Maryam Nawaz Wellness Centre inaugurated at Faisalabad Social Security Hospital

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Fri, 31 Oct 2025, 4:31 PM

FAISALABAD, Oct 31 (APP): Punjab Minister for Labour & Human Resource Manshaullah Butt paid an extensive visit to the Social Security Hospital Madina Town here on Thursday and inaugurated Maryam Nawaz Wellness Centre.

The minister was briefed that Maryam Nawaz Wellness Centre would be completed with an estimated cost of Rs. 170 million up to December this year. The project would help provide quality healthcare to the working class and their families.

Speaking at the inauguration ceremony, he said that welfare and healthcare of labour community are among the top priorities of Punjab government. He said that under the leadership of Punjab Chief Minister (CM) Maryam Nawaz, revolutionary reforms are being introduced in the health sector by focusing on better facilities, upgraded infrastructure and people-friendly services.

He emphasized that cleanliness, timely medicine supply and staff courtesy must be maintained in all hospitals.

He said that CT scan machine at Social Security Hospital would soon become functional while Social Security Laboratory has already been upgraded to enhance diagnostic services.

He highlighted future initiatives and said that Maryam Nawaz Ration Card would soon be distributed among workers to enable them to purchase essential kitchen items at subsidized rates.

“The ration card scheme will bring a meaningful change in the economic lives of deserving workers”, he added, reaffirming the government’s commitment to the protection, welfare and well-being of the labour class across the province.

He inspected medical facilities, staff attendance and patient services and expressed satisfaction over the standards of healthcare being provided.

He directed the hospital administration to ensure modern medical equipment, patient comfort and a courteous service culture.

He also planted a sapling in the hospital premises as part of the province’s green initiative.

Meanwhile, the minister also visited Kailash Social Security Hospital Millat Town and inspected several sections including medicine store, counter check area, dengue and dialysis wards, cardiac unit and laboratories.

He personally interacted with the patients to inquire about their treatment.

He appreciated the hospital’s performance and said that Social Security Hospitals are being upgraded on modern lines to ensure efficient service delivery.

Medical superintendent, professors, specialist doctors and Labour Department officials were also present on the occasion.

Child labourer dies after falling into brick-kiln fire in Burewala

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Fri, 31 Oct 2025, 4:31 PM

BUREWALA, Oct 31 (APP):A heartbreaking incident occurred in the suburban village of 269/EB, Burewala, where a 14-year-old child labourer lost his life after falling into the blazing fire of a brick kiln on Friday.

According to details, the victim, Ali Hassan, was working at a local brick kiln when he accidentally slipped and fell into the ablaze. The boy was instantly engulfed in flames and suffered fatal burns, dying on the spot.

Rescue 1122 teams rushed to the scene, recovered the body from the fire and shifted him to hospital.

Preliminary investigations revealed that the lack of proper safety measures at the kiln led to the tragic incident.

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KP govt approves key sustainable tourism projects

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Fri, 31 Oct 2025, 4:29 PM

PESHAWAR, Oct 31 (APP): A landmark meeting of the Joint Management Board (JMB), comprising Green Tourism (Pvt) Limited and the Tourism and Culture Department, was held under the chairmanship of Secretary Tourism KP, Dr. Abdul Samad Khan.

The session reviewed major initiatives aimed at redefining the future of tourism in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, reflecting the dynamic vision of Chief Secretary KP to transform the province into a global tourism destination where culture meets

nature, and progress aligns with preservation.

The meeting emphasized sustainable development, responsible tourism, and community empowerment as key pillars

of KP’s tourism strategy. The JMB approved inclusion of a 45 km road project proposed for Saudi investment and

agreed to strengthen financial partnerships for flagship ventures including Hund Theme Park in Swabi and tourism

zones across the province.

Collaboration was also finalized for Ganool Integrated Tourism Zone (Mansehra) to attract global partners in sustainable tourism. In a major eco-friendly initiative, the Forest Department will allocate land for camping sites on a revenue-sharing model with Green Tourism, combining comfort with conservation. Green Tourism will soon submit its financial plans for JMB approval.

Railways spends Rs 1.18b in post-flood infrastructure repair

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Fri, 31 Oct 2025, 4:27 PM