A court in Faisalabad has handed down a significant penalty in a case involving dangerous food adulteration. A man found guilty of mixing harmful substances into spices was sentenced to 16 months of rigorous imprisonment and also fined 1 million (10 lakh) rupees. A spokesperson for the Food Authority stated that the verdict was announced by the Senior Civil Judge (Criminal Division) in a case registered at the Gulberg police station. According to the spokesperson, the case was initiated after an inspection uncovered a large batch of contaminated chili powder. Authorities seized 400 kilograms of the hazardous product, which was…
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The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has granted permission for lawyer Salman Akram Raja to meet with the founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) in jail. The meeting is to discuss a pending petition that seeks to ban the PTI founder’s social media account, which allegedly shared “anti-state material.” Justice Arbab Muhammad Tahir presided over the hearing. During the proceedings, the judge inquired about the whereabouts of the authorities who were summoned to appear. Salman Akram Raja, the lawyer for the PTI founder, informed the court that he urgently needed to get instructions from his client regarding this specific case. He…
Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has expressed confidence in the nation’s economic situation, stating that the Pakistani economy is “moving in the right direction” and that “solid steps” have been taken over the past two and a half years to achieve stability. He made these remarks during a virtual address to the Pakistan International Maritime Expo and Conference 2025, where he highlighted the country’s economic progress. The finance minister noted that Pakistan has secured cooperation from friendly countries to help stabilize its trade and economy. He pointed out that three global rating agencies have praised Pakistan’s economic measures, calling it…
Bushra Bibi, the wife of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan, has filed a new petition with the Islamabad High Court, seeking an urgent hearing for her application to suspend her sentence in the 190 million pound case. The petition adopts the stance that her case is being “unjustifiably sidelined,” which goes against the principles of justice. The application emphasizes that the country’s judicial policy clearly dictates that bail applications and pleas for sentence suspension must be heard on a priority basis. Bushra Bibi’s legal team has argued that the failure to schedule her case for a hearing is not…
In a significant political development, Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) leader Shazia Marri has revealed that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has requested support from President Asif Ali Zardari and Bilawal Bhutto for the 27th Constitutional Amendment. Speaking on the program ‘Geo Pakistan’, Marri confirmed that the speculation surrounding the 27th Amendment is true and that the government has formally contacted the PPP regarding this matter. However, she clarified that any decision regarding this major constitutional change will be based on the party’s principled stance and will ultimately be decided by the PPP’s Central Executive Committee (CEC). Shazia Marri reiterated her party’s…
Chaos erupted at the Supreme Court of Pakistan building in Islamabad today following a powerful explosion in the basement canteen. According to initial reports, the blast was caused by a cylinder explosion. It apparently occurred while repair work was being done on an air conditioning (AC) plant. Several employees and other individuals present in the canteen were injured as a result of the incident. The explosion was reportedly so powerful that it shook the main Supreme Court building, causing damage to the ceilings. Panic spread among lawyers, court staff, and visitors, who immediately evacuated the premises and gathered in open…
A new controversy is brewing in American politics after a video of Vice President J.D. Vance and prominent businesswoman Erica Kirk hugging at an event went viral. The footage, captured at the University of Mississippi, has caused a social media storm, leading to intense speculation about the vice president’s marriage. Adding fuel to the fire, New York Times bestselling author Shannon Watts made a controversial prediction. She claimed that Vance will divorce his wife, Usha, and marry Erica Kirk by the end of 2026. Her statement on X (formerly Twitter) has already been viewed over 8.5 million times. Erica…
US President Donald Trump has commented on the handling of the Jeffrey Epstein scandal, describing the treatment of Prince Andrew and the British Royal Family as “very bad” and “sad.” This statement comes after recent news that King Charles III decided to strip his younger brother, Prince Andrew, of all royal titles and his Windsor residence following new allegations linked to the Epstein case. Speaking to the media, President Trump expressed sympathy for the situation, emphasizing that what happened to the royal family was unfortunate. Donald Trump also addressed several other key national and international issues. He confirmed that…
WASHINGTON: US Secretary of Energy Chris Wright has clarified that the nuclear tests ordered by President Donald Trump will not currently include actual nuclear explosions, easing global concerns that followed the president’s announcement. The clarification comes after President Trump indicated he had ordered a resumption of nuclear explosions after a 33-year pause. In an interview with Fox News, Wright, who heads the agency responsible for the US nuclear arsenal, stated that the tests being discussed are “system tests,” according to a Reuters report. “I think the tests we’re talking about right now… are not nuclear explosions,” Wright said. “They’re what…
The race for New York City’s mayor has taken a significant turn, as former US President Barack Obama has announced his strong endorsement for Democratic candidate Zohran Mamdani. This support is being seen as a powerful boost to Mamdani’s campaign. According to reports, Obama spoke with Mamdani over the phone, not only wishing him success but also assuring him of all possible support if he wins the election. In response, Zohran Mamdani expressed his gratitude for the former president’s confidence, stating that this was more than just political support; it was a deep “moral encouragement.” He reaffirmed his commitment,…
