Published on, Sept. 1 -- September 1, 2025 5:35 PM

The Punjab government has announced plans to establish the province's first Intelligence Fusion and Threat Assessment Centre (PIFTAC), which will cost over Rs13 billion and introduce advanced intelligence and surveillance technology. The initiative aims to strengthen Punjab's ability to counter terrorism, organised crime, and digital threats using modern tools, ensuring enhanced safety and rapid decision-making at the provincial level.

The new centre will use open-source intelligence systems to monitor social media and other digital platforms, tracking suspicious activities in real time. Moreover, authorities will be equipped with a digital profiling system capable of identifying suspec...