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Wheat scandal: PM Shehbaz Sharif suspends four officers

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif suspended four officials of the Ministry of National Food Security over poor planning and negligence in the recent wheat import scandal. The scandal, involving the import of 3.4 million metric tons of wheat despite a domestic surplus, has raised concerns of corruption and accountability. An inquiry committee has been formed to investigate the matter.
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ECP suspends lawmakers elected on reserved seats

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The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has suspended lawmakers elected on reserved seats after the Supreme Court's verdict on the matter. This decision follows the suspension of the PHC's and ECP's verdict on same by a three-member SC bench. The Punjab Assembly speaker has also suspended the allocation of reserved seats to the coalition.
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PM Shehbaz Sharif suspends PASSCO MD, GM procurement

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PM Shehbaz Sharif suspends PASSCO MD and GM procurement for not following technology instructions in wheat procurement. He chairs meeting in Lahore, directs to use technology for transparent procurement process. Calls for third-party audit of PASSCO’s stock and ensures insurance of crops for farmers’ economic security. Vows to procure additional wheat transparently and recognizes good-performing centers and officers. Meeting attended by federal cabinet members.
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Chief secretary suspends 44 employees over illegal deforestation in Gilgit

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Chief Secretary of Gilgit suspends 44 employees over illegal deforestation in Jaglot forests. Ten permanent watchmen and seven forest guards are suspended, and 17 permanent guards and 27 temporary employees are dismissed for illegal logging. The Forest Department is taking strict action and pursuing further measures to mitigate illegal activities and manage forest resources sustainably.