ISLAMABAD: As protests intensify in the capital, additional troops from the Pakistan Army have been deployed to key areas, including the Srinagar Highway, to ensure security. The army has taken control of strategic locations to prevent any potential violence or unrest. Sources indicate that the military is fully prepared to respond firmly to any disruptions. With coordination from local authorities, army personnel have assumed responsibilities at major points leading to D-Chowk, the focal point of ongoing demonstrations. This military presence is part of a broader government strategy to maintain law and order amid the volatile situation. The decision to deploy…
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Major roads in Lahore and Raiwind have been sealed with heavy containers and increased police presence ahead of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) protest, causing widespread disruptions to traffic and daily life. Access routes to Minar-e-Pakistan have been blocked, with containers placed from District Courts to the historical landmark. Key roads such as those leading from Data Darbar, Bhati Gate, and the Railway Station have also been shut down, making it difficult for traffic to flow through. Entry points from Shahdara, Batti Chowk, and Imamia Colony are also closed. In an effort to prevent public gatherings, the grounds around Minar-e-Pakistan have…
Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, accompanied by the Inspector General of Islamabad, visited D-Chowk to evaluate the worsening security situation in the capital. In a press briefing, Naqvi voiced his concerns over the unrest, particularly highlighting the unexpected involvement of Afghan nationals among the protestors. Naqvi revealed that 120 Afghan citizens were arrested in the past 48 hours and questioned their presence in what seemed to be a local political protest. “If the protestors are supposed to be our own people, why are there Afghans present?” he asked. He also condemned the violent actions of the demonstrators, who reportedly opened…
The Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) announced on Saturday that 18 terrorists were arrested in various operations across Punjab. The arrests were part of a broader strategy to prevent attacks aimed at spreading fear among the public. A CTD official emphasized that they are committed to eradicating terrorism from the grassroots level, taking every possible measure to bolster security in the region. In total, 145 intelligence-based operations were conducted in key areas including Lahore, Khushab, Gujranwala, Pakpattan, Bahawalnagar, Rawalpindi, Faisalabad, Sheikhupura, Mandi Bahauddin, and Mianwali. Among those arrested, three foreign terrorists, linked to the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) under its new…
A lieutenant colonel was among six soldiers who embraced martyrdom during a fierce gun battle with terrorists in North Waziristan’s Spinwam area, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Saturday. The exchange of fire occurred between October 4-5 during a clearance operation. ISPR confirmed that six terrorists, described as “Khwarij,” were also killed in the operation. Lt. Col. Muhammad Ali Shaukat, 43, from Faisalabad, was leading the operation when he and five other soldiers—Lance Naik Muhammad Ullah from Khyber, Lance Naik Akhtar Zaman from Lakki Marwat, Lance Naik Shahid Ullah from Tank, Lance Naik Yousaf Ali from Lower Orakzai, and…
ISLAMABAD: Islamabad police detained Aleema Khan and Uzma Khan, sisters of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan, at D-Chowk on Friday. They were taken into custody and shifted to the Secretariat Police Station. The two sisters, who had taken less-traveled routes, were apprehended as soon as they arrived at D-Chowk. Police acted swiftly, detaining them and transporting them in a mobile van. Islamabad Deputy Commissioner Irfan Nawaz Memon visited D-Chowk to assess the security situation. Speaking to journalists, Memon stated, “We have arrested more than 200 workers so far. The protesters will be dealt with comprehensively.” Read More: Army Deployed…
Islamabad: The federal government has deployed the army in Islamabad to ensure security for the upcoming Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Heads of States meeting, scheduled for October 15-16. In a notification issued on Friday, the Interior Ministry confirmed that army troops will be stationed in the federal capital from October 5 to 17. The deployment is being made under Article 245 of the Constitution. Read More: Malaysia’s PM Anwar Ibrahim Concludes Three-Day Visit to Pakistan The army will take primary responsibility for Islamabad’s security during the event, with support from the police and other law enforcement agencies. This move aims…
Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar is set to visit Pakistan for the upcoming Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit. The summit will take place on October 15 and 16. This marks the first visit of an Indian foreign minister to Pakistan in nearly a decade. India and Pakistan have a complex relationship, but they continue to engage through multilateral platforms like the SCO. The SCO offers both countries an opportunity to collaborate on regional security and economic initiatives, even as tensions remain high between them. Pakistan’s Foreign Office confirmed that invitations were sent to key leaders, including Indian Prime Minister Narendra…
Islamabad: Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar will visit Pakistan later this month. He will attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit. The summit is scheduled for October 15 and 16. This was confirmed by Indian foreign ministry spokesman Randhir Jaiswal on Friday. Jaiswal said, “The external affairs minister will lead a delegation to Pakistan for the SCO Summit.” This will be the first visit by an Indian foreign minister to Pakistan in nearly a decade. The visit is significant, as it highlights ongoing engagement despite strained relations. Earlier, Pakistan’s Foreign Office (FO) confirmed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi was invited…
NEW DELHI: The release of Pakistani blockbuster The Legend of Maula Jatt, starring Fawad Khan and Mahira Khan, has been delayed in India’s Punjab. The film’s distributor, Nadeem Mandviwalla, confirmed that an Indian court issued a stay order, halting its screening. Though Zee India had collaborated for the film’s release, resistance from certain political groups and parties led to legal action. Mandviwalla believes that once the film is cleared for release, it will mark a significant step forward for Pakistan’s film industry and likely be a hit in Indian Punjab. Sindh and Balochistan Dispute Over ‘Kutte ki Qabar’
