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…
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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…
PESHAWAR: More than 465,000 Afghan nationals voluntarily returned to Afghanistan via the Torkham border in 2025, while thousands were denied entry or deported due to illegal stay and documentation issues, according to official figures released by the FIA Immigration. The report states that a total of 1,007,530 passengers crossed the Torkham border during 2025. Of these, 547,727 Afghan and other foreign nationals entered Pakistan on valid visas and passports, while 459,803 passengers exited the country through the same route. According to the data, 465,121 Afghan citizens returned to their homeland voluntarily, whereas 51,736 undocumented Afghans were detained and deported as…
Reports circulating on social media claiming the death of legendary Sufi singer Abida Parveen are false and baseless, her family has confirmed. Putting an end to the widespread speculation, Abida Parveen’s daughter clarified that the iconic vocalist is alive, healthy, and in good spirits, dismissing the rumours as completely untrue. Speaking to the media, she said that misleading reports about her mother’s death caused unnecessary panic among fans in Pakistan and abroad. “These claims are entirely false. My mother is absolutely fine,” she stated. She further explained that the confusion arose after the death of another woman named Abida Parveen…
Islamabad: Pakistan has emerged as the country most affected by terrorism following the Taliban’s return to power in Afghanistan in 2021, according to a new report by the International Crisis Group (ICG). The Brussels-based independent and non-profit think tank stated that while a fragile ceasefire currently exists, continued militant attacks could prompt Islamabad to launch renewed military action. The report notes that relations between Pakistan and Afghanistan have deteriorated sharply, primarily due to the Afghan Taliban’s refusal to take action against the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). According to the ICG, violence inside Pakistan has increased significantly since 2022. In 2025 alone,…
Islamabad: Pakistan has emerged as a key diplomatic focal point in the region due to its effective and consistent foreign policy, according to a report published by the international journal The Diplomat. The report states that China has openly acknowledged and praised Pakistan’s growing regional influence and mature diplomatic approach. It highlights that Pakistan’s government, state institutions, and public have maintained a unified and firm stance on national issues, a factor that has significantly enhanced the country’s credibility on the global stage. According to The Diplomat, Pakistan’s balanced diplomacy has positioned it at the center of regional attention. China views…
