The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) punished 214 of its officers during the last four months of 2025 as part of a crackdown on human trafficking and corruption, according to official sources. The action included the dismissal of 76 officials, the demotion of nine officers, and the sacking of two others. Reda More: FIA dismisses 51 employees […]
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Seven FIA officers face disciplinary action over corruption charges
The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has taken disciplinary action against seven of its officers after finding them guilty of corruption, misuse of authority, and professional negligence. The decision was approved by FIA Director General Riffat Mukhtar following departmental inquiries. Read More: 10 NCCIA officers, foreign nationals named in FIA corruption case According to an official statement issued on […]
Punjab moves to purge forestry, environmental dept of corruption
In a landmark reform aimed at eliminating corruption and enhancing transparency, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has approved sweeping changes to the century-old Forest Act, replacing colonial-era procedures with a fully digitised system for forestry and environmental regulation. Under the Chief Minister’s vision, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has become Punjab’s first government department […]
Four Indian cricketers suspended amid corruption probe
Four Indian domestic cricketers have been suspended over alleged corruption in domestic cricket. The Assam Cricket Association took action following reports of misconduct during the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. An FIR has also been filed against the players with the Guwahati Crime Branch. The suspended players are Amit Sinha, Ishan Ahmed, Aman Tripathi, and Abhishek […]
China executed former Huarong executive for $156m bribe
BEIJING: China executed Bai Tianhui, the former general manager of China Huarong International Holdings (CHIH), for accepting more than $156 million in bribes, state media reported Tuesday. Read More: ‘SayNoToBribes’: massive anti-bribery drive launched across Punjab Bai was found guilty of offering favourable treatment in project acquisitions and financing between 2014 and 2018. CHIH is a […]
Rising Transparency and Declining Corruption—NCPS Latest Report
Transparency International Pakistan has released the National Corruption Perception Survey (NCPS) 2025, highlighting a significant improvement in public perception of corruption and increased transparency across government institutions. The report shows a more positive public outlook compared to previous years. According to the survey, 66% of Pakistanis reported that they did not have to pay any […]
Lawmakers lash out over IMF corruption report
ISLAMABAD: Parliamentary committees of both houses on Wednesday saw heated criticism as lawmakers accused the government of failing to curb corruption and claimed the IMF’s newly released “Governance and Corruption Diagnostic Assessment” singled out parliament and state institutions. Read More: IMF’s GCDA Report: Rhetoric Vs Rationality Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, however, firmly rejected this interpretation, insisting that […]
Pakistan’s weak tax system costs Rs3.4tr: IMF
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that Pakistan is losing Rs3.4 trillion annually due to tax evasion, corruption, and hidden incomes. The loss equals about 3.9% of the country’s GDP. The Fund called for urgent reforms to expand the tax base and improve accountability. The IMF highlighted severe weaknesses in Pakistan’s tax system, including […]
NFC meeting scheduled for December 4 to discuss IMF conditions
ISLAMABAD: A meeting of the National Finance Commission (NFC) has been scheduled for December 4 to review the implementation of IMF conditions and the new financial award, sources said. The federal government has invited all four provinces to the session, which will be attended by Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and the provincial finance ministers. […]
IMF to disburse $1.2bn to Pakistan after board approval
ISLAMABAD: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has scheduled a meeting of its executive board on December 8 to approve the immediate disbursement of $1.2 billion to Pakistan under two concurrent programmes. The funds include $1 billion under the $7 billion Extended Fund Facility (EFF) and $200 million under the $1.4 billion Resilience and Sustainability Fund […]