The Punjab Revenue Authority (PRA) has announced plans to intensify action against major food chains allegedly involved in tax violations across the province. The move comes as authorities seek to strengthen tax compliance and improve revenue collection from businesses operating in the food and hospitality sector. During a recent review meeting, PRA Chairman Moazzam Iqbal…
The Punjab Food Authority (PFA) has seized 33,750 kilograms of expired food products during a major enforcement operation conducted at a warehouse belonging to a well-known food brand in Lahore. The raid was carried out by PFA enforcement teams under the directives of Director General Syed Musa Raza. The warehouse, located on Raiwind (Jati Umra)…
A groundbreaking study has revealed that a simple blood test may help identify individuals at risk of developing lung cancer up to five years before the disease is diagnosed. The discovery could significantly improve early detection efforts and transform how healthcare professionals assess cancer risk. Published in the prestigious journal Cell, the research highlights the…
A Hardee’s outlet located at the Bhera Service Area has come under public scrutiny after social media users shared images and videos allegedly showing burgers and buns contaminated with visible mold and fungus. The incident has sparked widespread concern among consumers and renewed discussions about food safety standards at popular restaurant chains. The allegations gained…
A groundbreaking portable diagnostic device is set to transform tuberculosis (TB) testing in Pakistan by offering a faster, more affordable, and accessible solution for early disease detection. Researchers have developed a compact testing device capable of detecting tuberculosis from a simple tongue swab within 30 minutes. The test costs approximately $4, which is around Rs.…
Health experts across Punjab have urged citizens to avoid excessive meat consumption during Eid ul Azha, warning that hospitals often witness a sharp increase in patients suffering from digestive and heart-related complications during the festive period. Doctors in Lahore say emergency wards typically experience a surge in cases linked to overeating red meat, particularly beef…
Pakistan has strengthened health surveillance and airport screening measures following growing concerns over the recent Ebola virus outbreak in parts of Africa. The move comes after the World Health Organization raised global concern regarding the spread of the deadly virus. According to the Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination, authorities have intensified precautionary…
The government of Azad Jammu and Kashmir has approved the creation of 477 new posts at District Headquarters Hospital Chak Rawalakot in a major step aimed at improving healthcare facilities in the region. The decision was taken under the leadership of AJK Prime Minister Faisal Mumtaz Rathore during a high-level meeting focused on the hospital’s…
A new research study has suggested that regular egg consumption may be associated with a reduced risk of dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease, particularly among older adults. The findings, based on long-term observational research, indicate that individuals who consume eggs frequently may have lower chances of developing cognitive decline compared to those who avoid them entirely.…
A groundbreaking study led by Duke Health has revealed that tiny RNA molecules found in blood could help predict short-term survival chances among older adults. The research, conducted in collaboration with the University of Minnesota and published in Aging Cell, focused on small RNA molecules known as piRNAs. Researchers discovered that a specific group of…