
Shalimar Express resumes service after two weeks with revised route
The Shalimar Express train service has resumed operations after a two-week hiatus, now running via Sahiwal instead of Faisalabad and including five new stops on its revised route.
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The Shalimar Express train service has resumed operations after a two-week hiatus, now running via Sahiwal instead of Faisalabad and including five new stops on its revised route.

Road accidents in Faisalabad have resulted in 180 fatalities, prompting traffic police to launch enforcement drives and set up checkpoints across the district.

Wildlife rangers in Pakistan rescued a crocodile from a flood-affected area in Ferozewala and safely relocated it to a breeding center in Faisalabad.

Authorities in Faisalabad have tightened restrictions on the sale of wheat tablets, ordering dealers to maintain buyer records in an effort to curb suicides.

Faisalabad has reported 100 'encounters' resulting in 34 deaths over a 40-day period, prompting legal experts to call for greater scrutiny of these incidents.

Police in Faisalabad, Pakistan, are launching a major operation against drug cartels after arresting 80 women and 20 men involved in supplying narcotics to university and college students.

A TikToker from Faisalabad was arrested for allegedly making a video using obscene words about women at Lake Saiful Muluk in Naran.

The annual Art Fiesta is set to return to the University of Faisalabad from April 21-23, promising 11 categories, 41 competitions, and four workshops spanning sports, gaming, arts, and culture.
A Sikh girl in Faisalabad, Pakistan, was reportedly assaulted and had her turban forcibly removed at a Christian school after refusing to participate in prayers, sparking outrage.
An individual identified as Rana Rauf alias Wahab Alam, a resident of Faisalabad, Pakistan, was arrested near the Bangladesh border in Habra, North 24 Parganas district, on suspicion of spying and tracking army activity.

Pakistan's Privatisation Commission announced strong interest from domestic and international investors for the privatisation of Faisalabad Electric Supply Company (Fesco).

Floodwaters have severed the rail link between Lahore and Faisalabad in Pakistan, with breaches in Deg and Bherr nullahs eroding bridge foundations. Trains bound for Karachi are being diverted, and engineering teams await receding water levels to begin repairs.

Faisalabad is rolling out new digital transport and electric vehicle (EV) initiatives, including a free mobile app for live tracking and plans for battery-swapping stations.

Local media claims that Lahore and Faisalabad are projected to be among the world's hottest cities by 2050 have been identified as misleading. The article clarifies the misinformation circulating on social media platforms.

Faisalabad-born influencer 'Ken Doll' opened up about his journey to fame, breaking stereotypes, and representing Pakistan at a Huda Beauty event, also touching upon the challenges of online bullying and the creator industry.

Faisalabad is planning to establish plastic-free zones in its major markets and has successfully planted 70,000 trees across the district with a survival rate of 70% to 80%.

Faisalabad authorities are moving to shift hazardous industries out of the city, promising incentives and infrastructure development for new industrial zones.

111 units to be relocated out of city in first phase

Faisalabad has reported 28 suicides over a seven-month period, with domestic disputes and unemployment cited as major contributing factors among victims including police officers and women.

Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) is scheduled to hold nationwide protests today at 4 PM against the petroleum levy and rising inflation across various cities in Pakistan, including Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Quetta, Peshawar, Faisalabad, and Rawalpindi.

Damage to a rail bridge has led to the suspension of train operations on the Lahore-Faisalabad section, disrupting Pakistan's train network.

Pakistan's Privatisation Board has approved the restructuring of FESCO (Faisalabad Electric Supply Company) and declared a consortium led by KPMG, in partnership with Bridge Factor and others, as the preferred entity.

The Prime Minister of Pakistan has been informed that three power distribution companies will be privatized in the initial phase. The companies slated for privatization are Islamabad, Gujranwala, and Faisalabad Electric Supply Company.

The Lahore High Court has restored Rahat Fateh Ali Khan's appeal in a Faisalabad property dispute, setting aside its dismissal over an unpaid fee. The court emphasized that the right of appeal should not be denied on technical grounds.

Germany will fund a $40 million climate-resilient water project in Faisalabad, Pakistan, aimed at upgrading the city's water supply system and infrastructure.

Faisalabad Division has surpassed its wheat cultivation target, with officials anticipating a strong yield as the announcement of the procurement policy approaches.

Authorities in Faisalabad have rolled out a new system of dedicated bike lanes on major roads, aiming to reduce accidents and enhance the safety of two-wheeler commuters.