Author: Zafar Chishti

Punjab Housing Secretary Noor-ul-Amin Mengal Reviews Major Water Projects in Faisalabad (By Zafar Chishti, Bureau Chief Punjab Pakistan) FAISALABAD: Punjab Housing Secretary Noor-ul-Amin Mengal has said that provision of clean drinking water to the citizens of Faisalabad is among the government’s top priorities, while environment-friendly water projects are being completed on a fast-track basis in accordance with the directives of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif.He expressed these views during his visit to two major water projects in Faisalabad. The secretary inspected the 33-million-gallon-per-day (MGD) Eastern Wastewater Treatment Plant, being…

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Pakistan’s Inflation Crisis Hits Middle Class Hardest (By Sohail Siddique, Correspondent South Asian Chronicle from Bahawalnagar District) The global economy is currently passing through a challenging phase marked by inflation, an energy crisis and growing economic uncertainty. People across the world are feeling the pressure, and even developed economies have not remained immune. However, in developing countries like Pakistan, the impact is far deeper because of existing economic weaknesses, limited resources and mounting financial pressures. Frequent changes in petroleum prices are no longer merely economic news. They have become an…

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A Corruption-Free Punjab: CM Maryam Nawaz Sharif’s Transformative Vision and the “PolygraphAI Integrity System” (By Maqbool Malick, Director Public Relations Faisalabad Punjab Pakistan) Corruption is not merely an administrative hurdle in the path of development. it is a cancer that gradually erodes public trust, weakens state institutions and undermines the entire system of governance. In a province as large and diverse as Punjab, eliminating corruption requires more than raids, suspensions and departmental inquiries. What is needed is a modern, permanent and technology-driven mechanism capable of identifying corruption risks at an…

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Overspeeding, Overloading Claim Lives on Bahawalnagar Roads (By Sohail Siddique, Correspondent South Asian Chronicle from Bahawalnagar District) The roads of District Bahawalnagar, particularly those in Fort Abbas and Marot tehsils have increasingly become symbols of fear, tragedy and loss. Almost every day, precious human lives are being lost in horrific road accidents, leaving families devastated and communities mourning the loss of innocent children, young people and elderly citizens.A recent tragic accident within the jurisdiction of Marot Police Station, registered under FIR No. 348/26, in which an allegedly speeding and negligently…

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Muhammad Naeem Appointed Deputy Director of CM Inspection Team, Central Region Lahore (By Zafar Chishti, Bureau Chief Punjab Pakistan) Lahore: The Punjab government has appointed Muhammad Naeem as Deputy Director, Chief Minister’s Inspection Team Central Region Lahore, in recognition of his professional capabilities, administrative experience and outstanding performance. Muhammad Naeem has previously served as District Officer Population Welfare in Toba Tek Singh, where he earned appreciation for his efficient management, dedication and commitment to public service. During his tenure, he played an important role in improving the overall performance of…

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SSP PHP Faisalabad Region Mirza Anjum Kamal Issues August Performance Report (By Zafar Chishti, Bureau Chief Punjab Pakistan) FAISALABAD: Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Punjab Highway Patrol Faisalabad Region, Mirza Anjum Kamal has released the performance report for August 2026, highlighting significant achievements in crime prevention, law enforcement, public assistance and road safety across the region.According to SSP Mirza Anjum Kamal, Punjab Highway Patrol teams registered 491 cases under various sections of law and arrested 492 accused persons during the month. During checking through the e-Police App, patrol teams arrested…

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ROYAL KINGS GROUP Exclusive Interview with Founder & Chairman, Sirajudeen Bin Syed Mohamed (Interview By Rasik Safeela Rasmiya from Sri lanka ) 1. How did your entrepreneurial journey begin? Sirajudeen Bin Syed Mohamed: My entrepreneurial journey began with a clear vision — to build a company that combines technology and business to create long-term value. When Royal Kings was first established, we began our journey in the field of Information Technology. At that time, technology was largely viewed in terms of IT infrastructure or software. However, over time, we realized…

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Climate change and maize: preventive strategies for farmers (Ch. Bahadur Ali Akbar) Maize is a vital cereal crop in Pakistan, supporting food security, livestock and poultry feed and the agricultural economy. Climate change, through rising temperatures, erratic rainfall, droughts, heavy rains and heat waves, threatens maize growth, pollination, nutrient uptake and yield. Therefore, farmers should adopt preventive and climate-smart management practices to minimize climate-related risks and sustain maize productivity. The farmers should follow preventive measures such as 1- They should select locally recommended, high-yielding maize hybrids with tolerance to heat,…

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