Washington: In a shocking development, U.S. President Donald Trump has confirmed a large-scale military attack on Venezuela. In a statement posted on the social media platform Truth, President Trump announced that the United States had launched significant attacks on Venezuela and its leadership. He further stated that the Venezuelan president and his wife have been captured and moved out of the country. According to U.S. media reports, Trump is expected to hold a press conference at 9 PM Pakistani time to provide further details on the situation in Venezuela. Details of the AttackU.S. media sources reported that the attacks targeted…
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Lahore: The district court in Lahore has summoned YouTuber Saad Ur Rehman, popularly known as Ducky Bhai, along with other accused, in a case concerning the promotion of gambling. The court has scheduled the next hearing for January 16, during which formal charges are expected to be framed. During the proceedings, the court handed over copies of the challan to the accused and remarked that vlogging without prior permission is illegal. The court emphasized that any approval in an ongoing case can only be granted by the judiciary. Ducky Bhai’s lawyer argued that it was unclear which permission was required…
Caracas: The United States military has carried out attacks on multiple locations across Venezuela, including the capital city, Caracas, according to international media reports. Explosions were heard in several areas of Caracas, while low-flying aircraft were observed over different parts of the city, causing panic among residents. US media outlets reported that President Donald Trump authorized the military action against Venezuela. According to US media, at least seven explosions were reported in Caracas. A senior American official, speaking to a news agency, confirmed that the United States has initiated military strikes against Venezuela. The Venezuelan government has confirmed that the…
Peshawar: Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Muhammad Sohail Afridi has said that he is willing to engage with the establishment on provincial matters and improve working relations, clarifying that PTI founder Imran Khan has not assigned him any role regarding talks with the establishment. Speaking during informal, one-on-one meetings with senior journalists in Peshawar, the chief minister stated that dialogue aimed at resolving provincial issues is necessary and constructive. He added that if any official ceremony or meeting takes place, he would certainly meet Field Marshal Asim Munir. Muhammad Sohail Afridi emphasized that he has not been tasked by the PTI…
Rawalpindi: The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) has achieved another major milestone in strengthening national aerospace and defence capabilities by successfully conducting the flight test of the indigenously developed Taimoor Weapon System. According to the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), the air-launched cruise missile has a strike range of up to 600 kilometres and is capable of accurately engaging both land and maritime targets. The missile is designed to carry a conventional warhead, significantly enhancing the Pakistan Air Force’s precision strike capability. The ISPR stated that the Taimoor cruise missile is equipped with advanced navigation and guidance systems and is engineered…
ISLAMABAD – Pakistan witnessed a sharp rise in terrorism in 2025, with incidents increasing by 34 percent compared to the previous year, according to the Pakistan Security Report 2025 released by the Pakistan Institute of Peace Studies (PIPS). The report states that a total of 699 terrorist attacks took place across the country in 2025, resulting in 1,034 fatalities, marking a 21 percent increase in deaths from terrorism. Additionally, 1,366 people were injured, indicating a concerning surge in human losses. Security forces and law enforcement agencies bore the brunt of the attacks. The report revealed that 437 personnel were martyred,…
Sydney: Australian Test cricketer Usman Khawaja has announced his retirement from international cricket, opening up about the racial discrimination he faced from former teammates and media during his career. Speaking during his retirement announcement, Khawaja said, “I have always felt different within the Australian team, even until now. It was because of my background.” He expressed pride in the Australian cricket team but admitted that his journey was often challenging due to unequal treatment. Khawaja shared that despite his love for the team, he faced verbal attacks and biased behavior from certain players and media members. “I could handle two…
US President Donald Trump has warned that the United States will intervene if Iranian authorities use violence against peaceful protesters. In a statement posted on his social media platform Truth Social, Trump said that if Iran resorts to violence or kills peaceful demonstrators, the United States will come forward to protect them. “We are fully prepared to go,” Trump wrote, issuing a clear warning to Tehran over its handling of ongoing protests. Reacting to Trump’s remarks, senior adviser to Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Ali Larijani, said that any US interference in Iran’s internal affairs would amount to spreading…
Peshawar: In a major development, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has taken an important decision affecting employees recruited during the caretaker government’s tenure. According to sources, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Higher Education Department has decided to terminate employees appointed during the caretaker setup. In this regard, formal letters have been issued to vice chancellors of public sector universities, directors, and other concerned authorities. As per the letter, public universities and degree-awarding institutions have been directed to ensure strict implementation of the law. The matter has already been discussed by a ministerial committee, while legal opinions have also been obtained from the Establishment…
Islamabad: Former Supreme Court judges Justice Mansoor Ali Shah and Justice Athar Minallah have received substantial commuted pension payments following their resignation after the passage of the 27th Constitutional Amendment. According to credible sources, Justice Mansoor Ali Shah was paid more than Rs160.1 million, while Justice Athar Minallah received over Rs154 million in commuted pension amounts upon their exit from the apex court. Sources further disclosed that both retired judges are also drawing hefty monthly pensions. Justice Athar Minallah is receiving more than Rs1.22 million per month, while Justice Mansoor Ali Shah’s monthly pension stands at over Rs1.13 million. Officials…
