Governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi and Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi have strongly condemned the recent firing on government vehicles in Lower Kurram, which resulted in injuries to Deputy Commissioner Javedullah Mehsud and other officials. Governor Kundi expressed his dismay, calling the attack “condemnable” and criticizing the administration’
President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have strongly condemned the recent firing on a convoy of government vehicles in Lower Kurram, which resulted in the injury of Deputy Commissioner Javedullah Mehsud and several other officials. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed deep concern over the incident and called
Irfan Sharif, the accused father in the murder case of 10-year-old Sara Sharif, was attacked inside a UK prison. Reports indicate that Sharif was injured by fellow inmates using a sharp knife. Prison security guards intervened promptly, rescuing Sharif from further harm. The incident has raised concerns about prisoner safety,
Intermittent rain in the city and heavy snowfall in the upper areas of Dir persist. According to tunnel authorities, more than 10 inches of snow has accumulated at the Lowari Tunnel. Efforts to clear the snow from Lowari Road are underway using heavy machinery. The district administration has advised drivers
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday declared that the time has come to put an end to “Fitna al-Khawarij,” referring to the outlawed Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), responsible for multiple attacks on security forces and civilians. Addressing the meeting of the Central Apex Committee on the National Action Plan (NAP), the
The Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication (MOITT), in collaboration with Huawei Technologies Pakistan, is proud to announce the launch of the ICT Training Portal, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at equipping young Pakistanis with advanced Information and Communication Technology (ICT) skills. The portal serves as a unified platform connecting recent
After killing a Sikh leader, who was pleading for a separate homeland known as Khalistan in Canada and plotting to kill another Sikh activist in the United States, India has been on a “secret assassination programme” deep inside Pakistan. The “Indian government sponsored terrorism around the world” and the programme
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and President Asif Ali Zardari extended New Year greetings to the nation on Wednesday, expressing hopes for peace, progress, and prosperity in 2025. In a statement, PM Shehbaz said, “I pray that 2025 will be a year of good fortune and immense happiness for our nation.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said that ‘Uraan Pakistan’ project will bring good news in new year. Speaking at the cabinet meeting on Wednesday, he expressed hope that due to untiring efforts of the economic team, the government would achieve the economic targets in next six months. “The remittances posted record
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Pakistan marked the arrival of 2025 with vibrant celebrations and strict security arrangements. According to details, the cities across the country witnessed fireworks, concerts, and gatherings, while authorities implemented measures to ensure public safety. In Karachi, Section 144 was imposed for two days to curb aerial firing, one-wheeling, and the
A severe cold wave continued to prevail across the country, with snowfall in the northern regions creating a picturesque landscape. Snowfall in Skardu, which began on Monday, persisted, and temperatures dropped well below freezing point. Due to the snow, the road links to the Astore region were also severed. Following
The federal cabinet has approved the sale of 15 percent shares in Reko Diq Mine worth $540 million to Saudi Arabia (KSA) under the Inter-Governmental Commercial Transactions Act. Saudi Arabia will pay Pakistan $540 million (approximately Rs150.27 billion) in two installments. It will pay $330 million as a first
Former chief minister Khalid Khurshid was sentenced to 34 years in prison by a Gilgit Anti-Terrorism Court on Tuesday. The court also imposed a fine of Rs0.6 million after Khurshid was found guilty of making threats that could lead to serious consequences. Judge Rehmat Shah presided over the proceedings,
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) and Huawei Pakistan have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen collaboration in IT and Telecom sectors. The agreement, signed at PTA Headquarters, focuses on capacity building, technology innovation, cybersecurity, and digital inclusion. The partnership aims to drive advancements in 5G, Artificial Intelligence, and
The Pakistan Army under the leadership of Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir – Nishan-e-Imtiaz (Military) – achieved significant successes in 2024. The year witnessed over 59,775 intelligence-based operations (IBOs) carried out by security forces and law enforcement agencies. These operations targeted terrorists and their facilitators, resulting in
The death toll in a tragic road accident on the Moro National Highway has risen to eight, with one more person succumbing to their injuries at the hospital. The collision occurred when a trailer and a van collided near Moro in Naushahro Feroze district. The van was carrying a family