The inquiry committee investigating the One Constitution Avenue scandal is expected to submit its report to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif later this week, ARY News reported on Monday, citing sources.The committee, headed by Federal Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar, has already begun compiling its findings, the sources having knowledge about the matter told ARY News.Sources further said the committee has recorded statements from the Chairman of the Capital Development Authority (CDA) and other relevant officials involved in the One Constitution Avenue scandal.Statements from residents currently living at One Constitution Avenue have also been recorded as part of the investigation.The committee has reviewed earlier investigations conducted by the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), the National Accountability Bureau (NAB), and the Public Accounts Committee. One Constitution Avenue biggest scam in country’s history: Interior Minister It is also examining the FIA case registered in 2017 and will incorporate its findings into the final recommendations.According to sources, the report will not only outline the facts of the case but will also identify responsible parties in One Constitution Avenue scam and propose recommendations for further action.The committee is also expected to largely align its findings with the stance of the Ministry of Interior and the CDA.

LAHORE: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) parliamentarians have reportedly expressed reservations over both opposition leaders, accusing them of failing to secure the release of PTI founder Imran Khan.According to sources, PTI members raised concerns during a recent parliamentary party meeting and suggested a return to parliamentary committees. However, the proposal was rejected by opposition leaders Mahmood Khan Achakzai and Raja Nasir Abbas.Sources said Mahmood Khan Achakzai stated that the decision to withdraw from standing committees was not his personal choice but was made on the directives of Imran Khan.However, the majority of lawmakers were of the view that Imran Khan had earlier directed that the parliamentary party should itself decide on participation in committees.Achakzai said that if the party were to return to the committees, it should be done with some form of “bargaining position.”PTI lawmakers reportedly expressed dissatisfaction, saying that both opposition leaders were not doing enough to secure Imran Khan’s release.They alleged that Achakzai often diverted the issue whenever it was raised in meetings by insisting that the focus should remain on constitutional and legal avenues to secure Imran Khan’s release.Notably, last year Imran Khan had nominated Mahmood Khan Achakzai, chairman of the Pakhtunkhwa Milli Awami Party, as Leader of the Opposition in the National Assembly, while Senator Raja Nasir Abbas of the Majlis Wahdat-e-Muslimeen was nominated as Leader of the Opposition in the Senate.Read More: ATC rejects plea to meet PTI founder, imposes fine on petitionerEarlier, an Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) on Tuesday dismissed a petition seeking permission to meet incarcerated Imran Khan, ARY News reported.According to reports, the ATC declaring the request “unnecessary and frivolous,” and imposed a fine of Rs10,000 on the petitioner.The court directed that the fine be deposited at the District Bar Rawalpindi dispensary, stating that the amount would be used for the treatment of underprivileged patients.Advocate Faisal Malik had filed the application earlier in the day, seeking a meeting with Imran Khan in connection with the May 9 GHQ attack case. However, the court ruled that the procedure for meetings at Adiala Jail had already been clearly defined by the Islamabad High Court.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said that promoting the Information Technology sector and IT-related exports is among the Pakistan government’s top priorities.Chairing a meeting in Islamabad, he said the youth possess immense potential in IT, which should be fully utilized.Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif directed to expedite work on establishing 'Asaan Khidmat Marakaz' in Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir. He said efforts should be made in coordination with provincial governments to introduce the same facilities in the provinces as well.The meeting was informed that the number of household internet connections nationwide increased from 1.9 million in 2024 to 5.10 million this year.It was informed that Pakistan's IT exports are expected to reach 4.5 to 4.6 billion dollars in the current fiscal year.The meeting was informed that fiber connectivity has been provided to government schools and health units in Islamabad, and work on providing free internet hotspots in Islamabad is in the final stages.On April 1, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met a delegation led by the CEO of VEON Group to discuss digital sector investment and cooperation.He stated that the government will provide all possible facilitation to investors in the digital operators industry, adding that the successful auction of the 5G spectrum reflects innovation and a clear strategic direction.The prime minister emphasised that Pakistan is pursuing a comprehensive strategy to promote innovation in IT and attract global investment. He added that the government is taking practical steps, with the support of all relevant institutions, to facilitate international investors.He further noted that the use of information technology to achieve a cashless economy remains a key priority.

PESHAWAR: The Health Department of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has announced hundreds of vaccinator jobs across different districts in the province, ARY News reported on Monday.According to a notification issued by the KP Director Health Services, more than 830 Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI) vaccinators will be recruited.The department has initiated the recruitment process, which will be carried out on a contract basis.According to the official document, Rs253.16 million has been allocated for the hiring of vaccinators, who will receive a monthly salary of Rs40,000 upon appointment.All District Health Officers have been directed to complete the recruitment process at the earliest. The appointments will be made for the financial year 2025–26 on a temporary and contract basis, officials said.The Health Department has also issued a list of vacant positions at the district level, while the recruitment process will be conducted under the Initial Appointment Rules for Civil Servants 2026.Read More: Pakistan 'reports' two new polio cases in 2026Earlier this month, two new polio cases were reported in Pakistan, bringing the total number of cases this year to three, ARY News reported on Friday.Sources from the National Institute of Health stated that the cases were reported from Bannu and North Waziristan.One case was reported from Jani Khel in Bannu, while the other emerged from Gariom in North Waziristan. Sources added that the union councils of Jani Khel and Gariom are inaccessible for polio teams.Due to security concerns, polio vaccination campaigns are not being carried out in these areas.

THATTA: The bogies of a Punjab bound goods train from Karachi, derailed near Jung Shahi railway station in Thatta district on Monday.The railway officials said that the driver failed to control the train after the air-pressure brakes of the engine failed and the freight train broken the safety block.The engine and three bogies of the train derailed, while the railway track was partially damaged, railway officials said.The railway's staff and concerned officials reached to the spot after the train derailment incident.Officials have said that the restoration of the track will be started after arrival of the relief team from the Kotri junction.

ISLAMABAD: Federal Constitutional Court of Pakistan (FCCP) Judge Justice Aamer Farooq revealed during a hearing on an online banking fraud case that he had also received a fraudulent call from scammers posing as bank representatives.During the hearing, Justice Aamer Farooq said the callers asked him to share a One-Time Password (OTP), warning that his bank account would be blocked if he failed to provide the details.He remarked that hackers often appear to have access to banking data even before accounts become fully operational, raising concerns over the security of banking systems.“I also received a fraud call regarding my account in a private bank,” Justice Aamer Farooq said, adding that the callers attempted to pressure him into sharing the OTP.The judge said there had been no transaction in his account for three to four years, so he told the callers to block the account if they wanted. He further stated that he does not use online banking services.Justice Aamer Farooq emphasised that banks are responsible for strengthening their security systems to protect customers from fraud.During the hearing, the court also questioned how money could be withdrawn from a citizen’s account despite security mechanisms in place.Counsel for the private bank argued that the citizen had carried out the transaction through his own banking app, while the petitioner maintained that his phone number had been stolen.Read More: PTA warns public against fake calls, SMS scamsJustice Aamer Farooq noted that the Banking Mohtasib, the President, and the High Court had all ruled against the bank in the case.The FCCP dismissed the private bank’s appeal and ordered the bank to reimburse the victim's money.The hearing was conducted by a two-member bench headed by Justice Aamer Farooq.The case relates to a resident of Layyah whose account was allegedly drained of Rs1.534 million in 2022 through online banking fraud. 

KARACHI: Overseas Pakistanis remitted $3.53 billion in April 2026, the central bank has released the figure of remittances received in last month.The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) stated that the remittances from the Pakistanis abroad marked an 11.4% increase compared to the same month last year."This figure, however, reflects a 7.6% decline on a month-on-month basis in comparison to March 2026" the SBP revealed.The bank said that the overall, cumulative remittances for the first 10 months of FY26, from July to April, reached $33.9 billion, showing an 8.5% increase compared to the previous fiscal year.In the first 10 months of FY25, from July to April, remittances reached $31.2 billion, state bank said.The largest contributor to the remittances in April 2026 was Saudi Arabia, with $841.7 million, followed by the United Arab Emirates with $734.7 million.The overseas Pakistanis from the UK sent $563.7 million in April, while $317.6 million remittances received from the United States, central bank stated.

GUJRAT: A man allegedly shot and killed his wife following a domestic dispute inside a National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) office in Gujrat before turning the weapon on himself, police said.According to investigators, the deceased woman, identified as Amber, and her husband Bilal were both employed at the NADRA office.Police said an argument broke out between the couple at the workplace earlier in the day, during which Bilal allegedly opened fire on his wife in a fit of rage, killing her on the spot.Officials added that after shooting his wife, Bilal allegedly shot himself and died by suicide. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident. NADRA signals possible fee hike after budget 2026–27 Earlier, a man shot dead his estranged wife and four members of her family in Malakand District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.The incident occurred in Kunda village of Batkhela area, where the accused, Mansoor, barged into his in-laws’ house and opened fire indiscriminately, killing five members of the same family. The suspect fled the scene after the attack.On receiving reports of the shooting, Rescue 1122 teams arrived at the scene and shifted the bodies to DHQ Hospital Batkhela.

The Pakistan government has decided to announce major tariff cuts at Gwadar Port to boost business activities.The tariff cut was announced by Maritime Affairs Junaid Anwar Chaudhry aimed at increasing international transit and trans-shipment traffic.The minister said berthing charges for container vessels at the port would be reduced by 25 per cent, while port charges for international trans-shipment containers would be cut by 40 per cent.He further announced that port charges for transit container cargo would be reduced by up to 31 per cent. In addition, a one-month free storage facility for general cargo has also been introduced.Junaid Anwar Chaudhry said substantial relief had been provided to vessels carrying transit and trans-shipment cargo, adding that the new incentives were among the most attractive offered by any national port in the country.He stated that the government had begun implementing its policy of transforming Gwadar into a regional logistics hub. According to the minister, the revised tariff structure is expected to significantly reduce operational costs for shipping lines.The minister added that increased cargo handling activity at Gwadar Port could accelerate economic activity and create new employment opportunities, particularly within the logistics sector.Chairman Gwadar Port Noorul Haq Baloch said the new tariff structure would help promote trade and was expected to generate more job opportunities across Balochistan.

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has warned mobile phone users to keep their Computerised National Identity Cards (CNICs) valid and updated to avoid blocking of their SIM cards.According to the PTA, mobile SIMs registered against expired, cancelled, or deceased CNICs are being blocked as part of efforts to strengthen digital security across the country.The authority urged citizens to renew their CNICs through NADRA to prevent service disruption.In its statement, the PTA stressed the importance of uninterrupted mobile connectivity and advised users to ensure timely verification of their identity records. Keep your CNIC valid and updated to avoid SIM blockage or service disruption. Renew your CNIC through NADRA and update your mobile records today. #PTA #CNIC #SIMVerification #NADRA #DigitalPakistan #MobileSecurity #PTAAlert #StayConnected #Telecom #Pakistan pic.twitter.com/J3iDuUdljb — PTA (@PTAofficialpk) May 10, 2026 The PTA also advised users to keep their information updated with mobile operators and activate their CNICs through NADRA to maintain uninterrupted mobile services and secure communication.Read More: NADRA to block SIMs on expired CNICsEarlier, the NADRA said it would immediately block the mobile SIMs issued against expired or fake CNICs.The decision was taken during a high-level meeting chaired by Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi at the NADRA Headquarters.According to the decision, all SIMs issued on expired CNICs in 2017 or earlier will be blocked in the first phase.In the next phases, the same policy will be applied to SIMs issued on CNICs cancelled after 2017, as per the decision.It was further resolved in the meeting that only valid and active CNICs will be eligible for the issuance and continuation of SIMs. NADRA chairman stated that the action targets SIMs issued to deceased individuals or holders of expired identity cards.

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) has warned customers of possible internet disruptions during scheduled maintenance work on an international submarine cable between May 11 and May 18.In a post on X, PTCL said: “A maintenance activity is planned on one of our submarine cables to repair a fault by the International Cable Consortium.” The company added that the work will begin on May 11 and may continue until May 18.“During this period, customers may experience internet service degradation during evening hours,” PTCL added.Internet interruptions linked to faults in undersea cables have remained a recurring issue for users across the country in recent years. PTCL shares updates on submarine cable repair Meanwhile, Pakistan’s telecom sector has recently seen developments in advanced connectivity, including early rollout of 5G services in selected areas following the issuance of spectrum licences.The government also completed a major spectrum auction earlier this year, raising significant revenue through the sale of 480 megahertz of frequency bands. As a result, the country is gradually expanding its next-generation communication capabilities.Despite short-term disruptions, telecom authorities say such maintenance activities are necessary to support growing internet demand and ensure stable long-term service delivery. Users have been advised to expect minor slowdowns and plan accordingly during peak usage hours. Therefore, service providers continue to balance infrastructure upgrades with maintaining user connectivity.

KARACHI: AirSial flight PF-125 travelling from Karachi to Islamabad narrowly avoided a serious incident after encountering severe weather conditions during the journey, forcing the aircraft to divert and land at Sialkot Airport instead of its scheduled destination, ARY News reported.According to reports, the AirSial flight remained caught in turbulent conditions for nearly half an hour, with passengers describing continuous shaking and heavy turbulence as the aircraft moved through bad weather.The situation reportedly created panic inside the cabin, particularly among families and elderly passengers onboard.After the aircraft landed safely in Sialkot, tensions rose further when several passengers refused to continue travelling on the same AirSial flight, citing safety concerns following the difficult journey.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AqhoU-Tcs2cHowever, according to passengers, the private airline insisted that the flight would continue onward despite objections from travellers.The situation later escalated into protests inside the aircraft after passengers alleged they were not being allowed to disembark at Sialkot Airport.Videos and accounts circulating from the scene showed frustrated travellers arguing with airline staff while demanding permission to leave the plane.Also Read: PIA announces major discount on Riyadh, Dammam flightsPassengers claimed the uncertainty following the turbulent flight, combined with restrictions on exiting the aircraft, added to the fear and confusion already created during the mid-air ordeal.So far, the airline has not issued a detailed public statement regarding the incident or the complaints raised by passengers after the emergency diversion.

ISLAMABAD: The Bureau of Emigration and Overseas Employment has issued an important advisory for Pakistanis planning to travel to Europe, informing citizens that the European Union will begin implementing a new Entry/Exit System from October 2026.According to the advisory, the new system will digitally record the movement of non-European travellers entering and leaving EU member states. Authorities said the process will replace traditional passport stamping in many cases and is aimed at improving border management and security monitoring across Europe.Under the upcoming mechanism, travellers arriving in EU countries may be required to provide biometric details, including fingerprints and facial data, during entry procedures.The advisory noted that the new screening process could increase waiting times at airports and border checkpoints, particularly during the early implementation phase.Also Read: Europe's new entry/exit system- a short guideThe bureau urged Pakistani citizens travelling to Europe to remain prepared for additional checks and possible delays while entering EU territories.Travellers have also been advised to keep all required travel documents complete and updated before departure to avoid complications during immigration procedures.Officials further clarified that the new European system is part of broader efforts by the EU to strengthen border security and maintain a more organised digital record of visitors entering member countries.

KARACHI: A youth was shot dead in Korangi over personal enmity on Sunday evening, while in a separate incident, an elderly man was abducted in Malir’s Saudabad area following a financial dispute, ARY News reported.According to police, the murder victim was identified as 18-year-old Majid Ali, son of Muhammad Ramzan Leghari. Majid, a container operator and resident of Moro Bypass, was reportedly lured to the Godam roundabout area under the pretext of meeting a girl.Preliminary investigations suggest the killing was motivated by personal grudges.Kidnapping in Malir's Saudabad areaIn a separate development in Saudabad, Malir, a citizen reported that his father was kidnapped over a monetary conflict. The complainant stated in the First Information Report (FIR) that he had a dispute with a man named Noman.Despite having paid the dues, the complainant alleged that Noman had been using abusive and threatening language for several days.The complainant further stated that Noman, accompanied by armed accomplices in two vehicles, arrived at his house and abducted his father.Evidence provided to the police includes CCTV footage of the raid—which shows a suspect engaging in aerial firing—and a call recording in which Noman’s brother, Abdul Shakoor, allegedly confesses to the kidnapping.The family has appealed to the police for the immediate recovery of the victim.

KARACHI: A major K-Electric cable supplying power to the North East Karachi (NEK) pumping station has been stolen, leading to a temporary suspension of water supply across several key areas of the city, ARY News reported.According to the Karachi Water and Sewerage Corporation (KWSC), the theft occurred at 11:00 AM, immediately halting pumping operations.The resulting shutdown has affected water provision in several localities, including Saddar, Clifton, Chanesar Goth, Surjani Town, and New Karachi.K-Electric teams have been dispatched and have begun work to restore power to the station.KWSC officials stated that water supply to the affected areas will resume as soon as the electrical connection is reinstated.While this is not the first instance of cable theft in the city, the recurring nature of these incidents has sparked calls for K-Electric leadership to take serious preventive measures, as such disruptions continue to paralyze life in the metropolis.Earlier, K-Electric’s field teams had replaced the stolen infrastructure and energised Shazia Hanif Gohar complex in Gulshan-e-Iqbal Block 13, the K-Electric spokesperson said.K-Electric spokesperson said that the FIR has now been registered against the suspects.A daring robbery was reported in Gulshan-e-Iqbal Block 13-D, where suspects disguised as employees of a power utility company carried out a planned heist inside a residential building, CCTV footage showed.CCTV footage of the incident has surfaced, clearly showing multiple armed individuals involved in the crime. Initial investigations reveal that four suspects arrived in a truck and entered the building, while three of their accomplices remained on standby in a nearby vehicle.Gulshan-e-Iqbal 13-D residents raised an alarm and attempted to resist the suspects during the incident. In response, an armed individual stepped out of the standby vehicle and warned citizens to stay back, allowing the perpetrators to complete the robbery and flee the scene.Authorities confirmed that the total number of suspects involved in the incident is seven. CCTV visuals provide clear evidence of the suspects, including those stationed in the vehicle, which is expected to aid in their identification.Police in Karachi have recorded statements from residents of the building and collected other crucial evidence from the site. Officials have assured that efforts are underway to track down and arrest all individuals involved.This incident has once again raised concerns about security and the misuse of official uniforms in Karachi, prompting calls for stricter verification measures and vigilance among citizens.

SWAT: In a tragic accident, at least eight people were killed and seven others sustained injuries when a passenger coach plunged into a ravine in Swat, ARY News reported on Sunday, citing Rescue 1122 sources.According to rescue officials, the incident occurred near the Charbagh Adu area. The bus was reportedly returning from a wedding ceremony in Malam Jabba when the driver lost control of the vehicle.Rescue teams reached the site and shifted the bodies and the injured to Manglor Hospital in Swat. The seven injured include women and children.Officials further stated that those in critical condition have been transferred to Saidu Central Hospital for advanced medical treatment.Earlier today, a speedy bus carrying picnickers to Keenjhar Lake in Thatta from Karachi on Sunday overturned near Chhato Chand, leaving 20 persons injured, including women and children.“The bus went out of control due to reckless driving and overturned,” according to eyewitness accounts.Local people in a relief operation immediately shifted the injured to the Civil Hospital Thatta for initial medical attention, while some of the injured in precarious condition were transferred to Karachi.The relatives of the injured said that the patients were sent to Karachi in private vehicles owing to the absence of the Rescue 1122 ambulance in Thatta Civil Hospital.They also complained that the injured persons were kept in waiting for over two hours for medical attention.A video of the incident has surfaced showing the bus being overturned due to overspeed.Police has launched an inquiry into the incident.

KARACHI: As many as 25 goats worth Rs 1.9 million brought to Karachi to be sold as sacrificial animals for Eid-ul-Adha have been stolen by unidentified robbers in the Gulistan-e-Jauhar area, according to ARY News.The owner of the goats reported that he had purchased a stock of animals and kept them at a plot in Gulistan-e-Jauhar Block 8 for sale ahead of the upcoming festival.Local police stated that the robbers seized the goats—which were tied with ropes on the plot—and loaded them into a pickup vehicle.A CCTV footage of the incident, which occurred yesterday, has since surfaced.The owner further confirmed that he has registered a First Information Report (FIR) at the Malir Cantt police station.Meanwhile, police officials stated that they have launched an investigation to apprehend the culprits using the available CCTV footage.Earlier yesterday, in a broad daylight robbery on the Malir Bridge, armed muggers looted sacrificial animal traders during the peak Eid-ul-Adha season.The traders had travelled from Rahim Yar Khan to Karachi—the country’s largest business hub—to sell their livestock ahead of the festival.According to police reports, three traders were leaving the Malir Bakra Mandi (cattle market) after completing their sales when they were targeted.Six robbers riding three motorcycles intercepted the traders and snatched a staggering Rs 4.5 million in cash.Police officials stated that they are currently acquiring CCTV footage from the crime scene and surrounding areas to identify and apprehend the culprits. 

ISLAMABAD: The hot and dry weather spell continuing in most parts of the country with extreme temperatures in Sindh, Baluchistan and southern Punjab.Temperatures in Sindh's Nawabshah and Dadu districts soared to 45 Celsius on Sunday, while 44 Celsius temperatures recorded at Sukkur, Sibi and Rahim Yar Khan, 43 Celsius at Bahawalpur and 42C at Multan.Maximum temperature in Sargodha recorded 39 Celsius and Lahore 37 Celsius.In Karachi, maximum temperatures recorded 35-degree Celsius.Pakistan Meteorological Department has forecast rainfall in Islamabad, Potohar region, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit Baltistan and Kashmir from Sunday (today) evening. The Met Office in an alert earlier predicted that the intense heatwave could continue from May 07 to 11 in the country with extremely hot weather in various districts of Sindh and Baluchistan.The doctors have advised citizens to observe caution in extremely hot conditions and avoid exposure to the Sun, particularly in peak hot hours of day and get hydrated by drinking maximum water.The extreme heat has claimed 14 lives in Karachi, eight heatwave deaths were reported last Monday.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif received a telephone call, earlier today, from his Qatari counterpart Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani.During their warm and cordial conversation, the two leaders exchanged views on the evolving regional situation and reviewed the progress of ongoing peace efforts in the region.Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed sincere appreciation for Qatar's continued and steadfast support for Pakistan's peace initiatives, reaffirming the depth of the brotherly bonds between the two countries.Both sides underscored the importance of constructive engagement by all parties to ensure the success of ongoing peace efforts.Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif conveyed his warm regards to Amir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and stated that he is looking forward to the upcoming visit of the Amir to Pakistan.He said the visit of the Amir would help both sides to further strengthen and expand the enduring Pakistan-Qatar partnership. Qatari PM says high chance of US-Iran conflict solution Earlier, Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani pointed to a high possibility of a diplomatic solution between Washington and Tehran despite tensions and publicly divergent positions between the two sides.In an interview to an Arabic publication, Sheikh Mohammed highlighted “positive progress” in the exchange of messages between the United States and Iran, while stressing that any agreement must safeguard the interests of Gulf countries and the wider international community.“We are monitoring developments and communicating with all parties, and despite the divergence in positions in both Tehran and Washington, we see a high possibility of reaching a diplomatic solution,” he said. “We are encouraged by the positive progress taking place in the exchange of messages between Washington and Tehran, and there are indicators of this.”

Rawalpindi’s well-known Kutchery Chowk has officially been renamed “Marka-e-Haq Square”, with Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz set to formally inaugurate the project on Sunday (today).According to reports, extensive security arrangements have been put in place by Rawalpindi Police for the inauguration ceremony. Police personnel have been instructed to report to their assigned points on time, while heavy deployment of the Elite Force, Special Branch and district police has been ensured.Security officials have also been directed not to carry mobile phones during duty hours, and officers will not be permitted to leave their designated points until completion of the route deployment. Authorities have further instructed personnel to remain alert and maintain proper uniform standards throughout the event.Police officials said foolproof security arrangements had been finalised for the ceremony.Read more: Any new aggression will have wider consequences, Asim Munir warns enemies of PakistanThe mega infrastructure project, completed at a cost exceeding Rs19 billion, was finished within six months. It includes two flyovers, three underpasses and two steel bridges.Following the inauguration of Battle of Truth Square, traffic flow in Rawalpindi is expected to improve significantly. Residents have welcomed the completion of the project.