Under the Gun: Faisalabad Police Shootout Claims Two Lives

Under the Gun: Faisalabad Police Shootout Claims Two Lives

FAISALABAD (GL News)– Two alleged criminals were killed in an encounter with the Crime Control Department (CCD) Faisalabad on Thursday.  The CCD spokesperson said that Inspector Siddique Cheema, In-Charge CCD Lyallpur Division, was on way in connection with a raid when they spotted armed suspects robbing people near 79-Moor–within the jurisdiction of Thikriwala Police Station. ...

hidden crisis of food insecurity and malnutrition

The hidden crisis of food insecurity and malnutrition among chronic disease patients in Pakistan

The intersection of chronic diseases and food security presents a significant public health challenge that affects millions of vulnerable individuals in Pakistan. Chronic disease including cancer, cardiovascular diseases (CVD), chronic kidney disease (CKD), and type-2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) are contributing to a rising healthcare burden which has direct food and nutritional implications. As per the ...

Abuse of Power or Cultural Rot

Abuse of Power or Cultural Rot?

By Saleem Mubarak LAHORE: An audio clip featuring a senior officer and a female sub-inspector has gone viral, igniting outrage across the internet.  In the recording, the officer can allegedly be heard berating her—mocking her request for “family time” and even calling her a “two-penny sub-inspector.” This isn’t the first time a senior official has ...

Faisalabad Police Knock Crime on Its Head

Three Encounters in Faisalabad Within 24 Hours: Two Killed, One Injured

FAISALABAD (GL News) – In a dramatic turn of events, Faisalabad witnessed three separate police encounters within 24 hours. Two alleged criminals were killed, while another suspect sustained bullet injuries. The recently formed Crime Control Department took part in two of the alleged encounters—one in Jaranwala Saddar and the second in Samanabad. Police claimed all ...

Faisalabad police Sub-Inspector Martyred in the Line of Duty

Faisalabad Police: Sub-Inspector Martyred in the Line of Duty

FAISALABAD (GL News) – A brave son of Faisalabad Police–Sub-Inspector Ahmad Raza, In-charge Investigation of Bahlik Police Station–has laid down his life in the line of duty. He was martyred during a targeted operation against wanted criminals. According to the district police, the courageous police officer conducted a raid in Chak No. 607 GB to ...

Pakistan India Water Conflict

Pakistan India Water Conflict: Threat to Agriculture & Exports

By Azeem Ahmed Khan ISLAMABAD– Chairman of Pakistan Kissan Ittehad Chaudhry Haseeb Anwar has cautioned that India’s threat to unilaterally suspend the Indus Waters Treaty and halt the flow of water to Pakistan could have damaging consequences for both the countries. Talking to WealthPK, he emphasised that any move to stop Pakistan’s water flow would ...

Economic Growth Stagnation in Pakistan

Pakistan Economic Growth 2024-25: Struggling with Challenges

By Moaaz Manzoor ISLAMABAD– Pakistan’s economic momentum has so far remained subdued during the ongoing financial year 2024-25, with GDP growth stagnating at 1.5% in the first half, held back by weaker agricultural output, continued LSM contraction, and structural inefficiencies. Persistent tight monetary policy and limited private sector investment continue to hinder a broad-based recovery. ...

Pakistan stock market crash in 2025

Pakistan Stock Market Crash 2025 Shakes Investors

By Moaaz Manzoor ISLAMABAD — Geopolitical tensions, especially the fear of regional conflict, have shaken investor confidence, highlighting the urgent need for trade diversification, reports WealthPK. Rising geopolitical tensions and fears of a regional military escalation have sent shockwaves through Pakistan’s capital market, prompting steep declines in investor confidence and significant market sell-offs.  As uncertainty ...

Pakistan economic stagnation 2025 deepens

Pakistan Economic Stagnation 2025 Continues

By Moaaz Manzoor ISLAMABAD– Pakistan’s economic momentum has so far remained subdued during the ongoing financial year 2024-25, with GDP growth stagnating at 1.5% in the first half, held back by weaker agricultural output, continued LSM contraction, and structural inefficiencies. Persistent tight monetary policy and limited private sector investment continue to hinder a broad-based recovery. ...

India Pakistan Water Treaty Conflict Escalates

India Pakistan Water Treaty Conflict Escalates

By Ayesha Saba ISLAMABAD — India’s recent announcement to unilaterally suspend the Indus Waters Treaty with Pakistan has sparked widespread concerns among regional security analysts. They described the move as a breach of international norms threatening not only bilateral relations but also the broader regional stability in South Asia. Analysts Warn of Destabilizing Precedent in ...