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Mobile phone and internet services have been suspended in Quetta for two days due to security concerns. According to media reports, the services halted on Sunday night will be restored on Tuesday, January 7, at midnight. Meanwhile, Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI) has announced today’s province-wide shutter-down strike. JUI Balochistan leader
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed to take strict legal action against all human trafficking groups in the country to make them an example. Chairing a meeting regarding the progress on measures adopted against human trafficking in Islamabad on Monday, he emphasised that immediate legal action should be taken to
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Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz announced a package for students, including 50,000 scholarships, 100,000 free electric bikes, and interest-free loans, aiming to empower youth through education and technology. Addressing a scholarship distribution ceremony at Bahauddin Zakaria University, the Chief Minister underscored the provincial government’s commitment to merit-based
The city of Karachi experienced its first rain of the winter season early Saturday morning, as drizzle and light showers were reported across various areas, signaling the onset of colder weather. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has predicted partly cloudy weather throughout the day, with the possibility of further light
Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar Sidhu on Saturday sreessed the importance of maintaining the balance of power in the region while preparing for challenges at the global level. His comments came during his address as the chief guest at the passing out parade of the 122nd Midshipmen and 30th
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