New Prices of Milk, Yogurt Announced in Rawalpindi

News Desk 

Rawalpindi: The Fresh Milk Association has increased the prices of milk and yogurt in Rawalpindi, triggering a dispute with the district administration over unauthorized price hikes.

According to the association, the price of milk has been raised by Rs30 per liter, increasing from Rs220 to Rs250, while yogurt prices have gone up by Rs40 per kilogram, from Rs240 to Rs280.

The association maintains that the increase is necessary due to rising production and supply costs.

However, the district administration has rejected the move, stating that the official price of milk remains Rs190 per liter and that no association is authorized to revise prices without prior approval.

Officials warned that action could be taken against those violating government-notified rates.

Islamabad Police Arrest 103 Suspects 

Islamabad Police have arrested 103 suspects, including 74 previously registered criminals, during a large-scale crackdown carried out over the past 48 hours, officials said on Friday.

According to a police spokesperson, the arrests were made during targeted operations against criminal elements across the city.

Among those detained, 29 suspects were involved in illegal possession and display of weapons as well as drug trafficking, while 19 alleged drug dealers were arrested in operations against narcotics networks.

Police recovered 3 kilograms of hashish, over 3 kilograms of heroin, 1,450 grams of ice (crystal meth), and 15 bottles of alcohol from the suspects.

In separate actions, 10 individuals were arrested for illegal possession of weapons. Authorities seized nine pistols of different calibers, one rifle, and a significant quantity of ammunition.

Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Muhammad Jawad Tariq said the police would continue a zero-tolerance policy to eliminate crime and ensure the safety of citizens.