Author: Saifullah

KARACHI: A territorial dispute has emerged between Sindh and Balochistan over the area known as ‘Kutte ki Qabar,’ located in the Kirthar Mountains along the provincial border. Both provinces are laying claim to the land. Sindh’s senior minister, Nisar Ahmed Khuhro, asserted that the area has always been part of Sindh and will remain so. Kutte ki Qabar, named after a folk tale involving a Brahui man and his dog, was added to Sindh during British rule, according to Khuhro, who cited the 1876 Gazette and the Survey of Pakistan to support his stance. The location was also recently recognized…

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) forecasts dry weather across most regions on Wednesday. Islamabad and Punjab will experience hot and dry conditions throughout the day. In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, dry weather will dominate, but Kohistan and nearby areas may see partly cloudy skies and a chance of light rain. Sindh remains hot and humid, while Balochistan will continue with dry and hot weather, adding to the local challenges. Kashmir is expected to stay dry, with Gilgit-Baltistan possibly receiving light rain under partly cloudy skies. Read More: PTI’s Peaceful Rally Heads to Islamabad Amid Tight Security

ISLAMABAD: In preparation for Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) planned protest rally on Friday, the Islamabad administration has implemented strict security measures, sealing major entry points into the capital. PTI is launching pro-judiciary protests in three cities of Punjab, culminating in a rally in Islamabad on October 4th. From prison, Imran Khan urged his supporters to gather at D-Chowk on Friday. Key routes, including Margalla Road, 26 Number Chungi, and the Motorway, have been blocked by containers to ensure order. The Red Zone, which houses key government buildings, has also been sealed off by the police for security. This protest is part…

Pakistan’s Foreign Office clarified on Thursday that the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government was informed about the visit of foreign diplomats to Swat-Malam Jaba, citing documented evidence of a memo issued in this regard. This comes after a police van escorting diplomats was targeted by an improvised explosive device on Swat-Malam Jaba Road, leading to the death of a policeman and injuries to four others. Foreign Office Spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch stated that the ministry is considering action against the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce for not informing the foreign ministry about the diplomats’ visit. She reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to ensuring the…

Sindh Home Minister Zia-ul-Hasan Linjar confirmed on Thursday that Dr. Shah Nawaz, a doctor from Umerkot, was killed in a staged police encounter. During a press conference in Karachi, Linjar revealed that an investigation supported by CCTV footage proved the encounter was fabricated, and the officials involved have been suspended. The inquiry was launched after claims of extrajudicial killing surfaced, with police originally alleging that Dr. Shah Nawaz was involved in a gunfight. However, the investigation, initiated by Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah, found the encounter to be falsified. The Mirpurkhas police and CIA Mirpurkhas were identified as…

A local court in Lahore has ordered the release of TikToker Nadeem Mubarak, also known as Nadeem Naniwala, who was arrested for using an illegal number plate on his vehicle. Police had detained Naniwala on Monday for displaying a fake number plate, “IK 804,” on his car. On Thursday, the court ruled in favor of Naniwala, citing insufficient evidence to support the charges. The absence of a key recovery statement in the case record was noted as a critical factor in the decision. As a result, the court denied the police’s request for a 14-day judicial remand and ordered his…

Crusteez Donuts, a popular bakery in Islamabad, has issued an apology following an incident in which one of its employees reportedly refused service to Chief Justice of Pakistan Qazi Faez Isa and insulted him. A video of the incident, which recently went viral on social media, shows a bakery employee refusing to serve the Chief Justice. Social media reactions have been mixed, with many condemning the employee’s actions, while some have shown support. In its statement, Crusteez Donuts emphasized that the employee’s behavior does not reflect the company’s values. The bakery assured the public that an investigation is underway and…

Pakistan’s military announced on Thursday that the country has signed a contract to sell JF-17 Block III (Thunder) fighter jets to Azerbaijan. The agreement aims to enhance Azerbaijan’s air power, as confirmed by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). Azerbaijan’s President, Ilham Aliyev, was briefed on the combat capabilities of the JF-17 Thunder during his visit in July. Developed through a joint venture between the Pakistan Aeronautical Complex Kamra (PAC) and China’s Chengdu Aircraft Industry Corporation (CAC), the JF-17 is a lightweight fighter equipped with advanced air-to-air and air-to-surface combat capabilities. The agreement is expected to strengthen relations between Pakistan and…

Dr. Amjad Ali, Special Assistant to the Chief Minister for Housing, revealed that the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government was not informed about the visit of foreign diplomats to Swat, where their convoy was attacked on Sunday, resulting in the death of a policeman and injuries to four others. Speaking in the KP Assembly, Dr. Amjad expressed frustration over the lack of communication, stating that only the District Police Officer and deputy commissioner were aware of the diplomats’ presence. He questioned whether a no-objection certificate had been obtained and raised concerns about how attackers knew of the diplomats’ visit, suggesting it…

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) held another meeting on Monday regarding the allocation of reserved seats, but no decision was reached. Chaired by Chief Election Commissioner Sikandar Sultan Raja, the meeting included ECP members, senior officials, and legal experts. Consultations with the legal team are expected to continue. The issue remains unresolved despite several previous meetings. Earlier, the Supreme Court ruled that the reserved seats should be allocated to Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), affirming that the party is entitled to the seats after participating in the February 8 elections. On September 14, the Supreme Court dismissed the ECP’s petition, urging…