Security forces have killed 11 Indian-sponsored terrorists belonging to Fitna-al-Khawarij in two separate intelligence-based operations carried out in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the military’s media wing said on Thursday. According to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the operations were conducted on January 8, 2026, in North Waziristan and Kurram district, targeting militants linked to the Indian-backed proxy group Fitna-al-Khawarij. The ISPR said that acting on credible intelligence, security forces launched an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in North Waziristan, where a terrorist hideout was effectively engaged. During a heavy exchange of fire, six terrorists of Fitna-al-Khawarij were killed. In a…
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Lahore: Punjab Transport Company (PTC) has announced a paid internship programme for students and fresh graduates, offering young individuals an opportunity to gain practical experience in a professional environment. According to an official statement issued by the company, the internships will be offered for a period of two months. The programme aims to provide hands-on exposure and enhance the professional skills of students and graduates. The internship programme is available in five different departments, including Information Technology, Operations and Planning, Finance and Accounts, Engineering and Infrastructure (Civil), and Marketing and Communication. Candidates with an interest in these fields are encouraged…
Islamabad: More than 700,000 Pakistanis left the country for overseas employment during 2025, including 18,352 highly educated professionals, according to official data released by the Bureau of Emigration and Overseas Employment. The documents show that in 2024, a total of 727,381 Pakistanis had gone abroad for work. The latest figures indicate that overseas employment remains a major source of livelihood for Pakistan’s workforce. According to the bureau, the professionals who went abroad in 2025 included 5,659 accountants, 10,503 cooks, 3,795 doctors, and 5,946 engineers. The data further revealed that among those who left the country, 13,657 were highly skilled workers,…
Preparations for a security operation in Tirah Valley, located in Khyber district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, are underway as the displacement of local residents is set to begin from January 10. According to official sources, the registration process for families relocating from the Maidan area of Malik Deen Khel in Tirah Valley has been ongoing for the past three days. A special registration centre has been established in Paindi Cheena, where affected families are being registered under a scheduled plan. So far, more than 2,500 families have been registered. Of these, 176 families have already received initial financial assistance of Rs250,000…
NORTH WAZIRISTAN: The local administration has imposed a North Waziristan curfew across the district on January 10 and 11, 2026, citing security and administrative reasons. According to the Deputy Commissioner of North Waziristan, all major roads, including the Bannu–Miranshah main highway, will remain closed for general traffic during the curfew period. Only authorised and emergency vehicles will be allowed to move with prior permission. The authorities have urged residents to cooperate with law enforcement agencies and strictly follow the curfew orders to avoid inconvenience. Induction Tests Postponed Meanwhile, officials confirmed that induction tests scheduled to begin tomorrow have been postponed…
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has submitted solid security evidence to the International Cricket Council (ICC), raising serious concerns about the safety of Bangladeshi cricketers in India. According to Bangladeshi media reports, the BCB’s legal adviser sent an email to the ICC along with nearly 16 links as supporting material. These links include television reports, YouTube videos, and newspaper coverage, highlighting security threats faced by Bangladeshi players on Indian soil. The purpose of submitting this evidence is to prove that Bangladesh cricket security concerns in India are real and cannot be ignored. “If One Player Is Unsafe, How Can the…
US President Donald Trump’s latest remarks on global military action and international law have triggered widespread debate across the world. In a series of interviews and public statements, Trump made it clear that he does not consider himself bound by international laws when it comes to protecting American interests. Speaking to The New York Times, Trump said his decisions are not limited by global legal frameworks. According to him, the United States has the right to carry out military action in any country if it believes its national security or interests are at risk. He stated that his own judgment…
ISLAMABAD: Putting an end to long queues and repeated visits to government offices, the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has introduced a major NADRA digital service allowing citizens to update their identity records from home through the Pak Identity mobile application. The initiative aims to provide relief to millions of Pakistanis by eliminating the need for physical visits, extended waiting times, and travel-related inconveniences. Through this latest NADRA digital service, citizens can now conveniently update selected non-printable personal information linked to their Computerised National Identity Card (CNIC) or National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP). NADRA, the sole authority…
KARACHI: Overseas Pakistanis remitted $40.18 billion to the country in 2025, according to data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), highlighting the continued importance of workers’ remittances to the national economy. The central bank reported that $3.58 billion was sent home in December alone. Of this amount, Pakistanis residing in Saudi Arabia contributed $810 million, followed by $720 million from the United Arab Emirates, $560 million from the United Kingdom, and $490 million from European countries. According to the SBP, remittance inflows fluctuated throughout the year, with January 2025 recording the lowest monthly inflow at $3 billion, while…
KARACHI: Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sohail Afridi arrived in Karachi on Monday, where he was received at the airport by Sindh Minister Saeed Ghani. Upon his arrival at Karachi airport, Saeed Ghani welcomed the KP chief minister by presenting him with a traditional Ajrak and Sindhi cap, symbolising Sindh’s cultural hospitality. Meanwhile, severe traffic congestion was reported in areas surrounding the airport, with commuters facing prolonged delays. Party workers gathered outside the airport signal, attempting to make their way toward the terminal, further worsening the traffic situation. According to sources, CM Sohail Afridi is scheduled to hold meetings with several…
