Real estate builders in Karachi warned of a business shutdown over Karachi extortion threats. Developers said criminal gangs are demanding protection money. They accused authorities of failing to stop rising harassment cases. The Association of Builders and Developers raised concerns at a press conference. Members said extortion calls increased sharply in recent months. At least […]
Abroad
Govt warns of paid social media campaigns from abroad
State Minister for Interior Talal Chaudhry on Monday said Pakistan has uncovered extensive evidence of coordinated, paid social media campaigns being run through fake accounts operated largely from abroad, warning that those involved could face legal action if they continue activities that undermine the country. Addressing a detailed briefing, the minister said the government recently […]
Govt asks Sharifs to get their treatment in Pakistan
Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Chaudhry Fawad Hussain has said that how the government could trust PML-N president Shehbaz Sharif’s guarantee to return to the country when he hadn’t been able to fulfil the same assurance for his elder brother party supremo Nawaz Sharif. Addressing a press conference in Islamabad along with Adviser to […]