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Lahore, Pakistan: A new report released by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) has cautioned that organisations across the Asia-Pacific region are facing an increasingly complex fraud environment, driven by rapid digital transformation, cultural barriers, and emerging financial technologies. The report, Combatting fraud in a perfect storm, highlights procurement fraud (34%), bribery and corruption…

Khanewal, PakistanM.Shahzad : In line with the safety vision of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, the provincial traffic authorities have intensified preparations to reduce road accidents during the upcoming sugarcane crushing season—an annual period known for heavy vehicle movement and increased fog-related risks. Under directives issued by DIG Traffic Punjab, Waqas Nazir, and special instructions…

LAHORE: A high-level meeting chaired by Secretary Housing Punjab Noor-ul-Amin Mengal and attended by Punjab Food Authority (PFA) Director General Asim Javed reviewed water quality testing mechanisms and food safety measures across Punjab. The meeting brought together senior technical experts to discuss coordinated steps for improving access to safe drinking water and ensuring food hygiene….

LAHORE: Pakistan By Farzana ch Lahore experienced an unforgettable evening of artistic brilliance as the Lahore Arts Council (Alhamra) hosted “Flamenco Spain in Lahore,” celebrating the rich cultural heritage of Spain through music, dance, and dramatic expression. Organized by Ms. Shazia Suleman, CEO of Inter Globe Travel & Tours, in collaboration with the Embassy of…

LAHORE: Pakistan Dr Anasb ali Provincial Health Minister Khawaja Salman Rafique chaired an important meeting at the Specialized Healthcare and Medical Education Department to review cardiac treatment and healthcare services at the Nawaz Sharif Cardiac Center in Murree. Secretary Health Punjab Azmat Mahmood Khan, along with senior officials—including Special Secretary Operations Nabila Irfan, Special Secretary…

LAHORE:Pakistan By Farzana ch The Punjab Revenue Authority (PRA) has accelerated its enforcement campaign against tax defaulters, conducting inspections across major cities including Lahore, Rawalpindi, Sargodha, Multan and Bhakkar. Inspection teams reviewed sales records of prominent fast-food chains, cafés, marriage halls and marquees. During the operation, records of 20 business operators were seized for alleged…

LAHORE:Pakistan Dr Ansab Ali  A large and historic workers’ convention for the NA-129 by-election was held at Khokhar Palace, led by Provincial Minister for Sports Malik Faisal Ayub Khokhar and President PML-N Lahore & Member National Assembly Malik Saif-ul-Malook Khokhar. The gathering brought together MPA Malik Shahbaz Ali Khokhar, local chairmen, vice-chairmen, councillors, coordinators from…

Pakistan:LAHORE: M.Shahzad The annual Khatm-e-Nubuwwat Conference took place in Chiniot, bringing together senior political figures, religious scholars and community representatives. Among the prominent attendees were Speaker of the Punjab Assembly Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan, Adviser to the Prime Minister Senator Rana Sanaullah Khan, Punjab Law Minister Rana Muhammad Iqbal Khan, MPAs Rana Muhammad Arshad and…

LAHORE: The Punjab government has decided to request federal support to initiate action against the banned Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) in other provinces, following an extensive review of the law-and-order situation chaired by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz. According to the provincial spokesperson, authorities have frozen assets worth Rs 23.40 billion linked to the banned organisation. In…