Sharjah, UAE, November 9, 2024 — His Excellency Faisal Niaz Tirmizi, Pakistan’s Ambassador to the UAE, participated in the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF), enhancing cultural and literary ties between Pakistan and the UAE. In a key meeting with His Excellency Ahmed Bin Rakkad Al Ameri, CEO of the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), Ambassador Tirmizi expressed gratitude for SBA’s inclusion of Pakistani authors and publishers at SIBF. Mr. Al Ameri lauded Pakistan’s rich literary heritage and highlighted the Sharjah Lightningsource initiative, a platform enabling global authors, including those from Pakistan, to share their work internationally. Ambassador Tirmizi praised SBA’s work…
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Saifullah
Saif Ullah is a Pakistani journalist and political commentator known for his bold, pro-Pakistan perspective on national and regional affairs. His work focuses on defense, governance, and accountability, reflecting a strong commitment to Pakistan’s integrity and sovereignty.
RAHIM YAR KHAN – Shahid, a notorious social media gangster, was killed during a joint operation by police forces from Rahim Yar Khan and Rajanpur on Friday. Shahid, who had been wanted for a variety of criminal offenses, including kidnapping for ransom, terrorism, the murder of police officers, and armed robberies, was a high-profile criminal with a significant social media following. Punjab Police Chief, Dr. Usman Anwar, hailed the operation as a significant success. Shahid, leader of the gang, had previously been targeted by law enforcement, with a bounty of Rs 10 million placed on his head. Initial reports suggested…
On Saturday, Rawalpindi imposed Section 144, a law that bans all public gatherings, processions, and rallies, effective until November 10. The decision, made by Deputy Commissioner Hassan Waqar Cheema, was influenced by ongoing security concerns, including the planned PTI rally in Swabi on November 9. In addition, the worsening smog in Rawalpindi and Islamabad has contributed to the urgency of the measure, as the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) previously recommended actions to mitigate the health risks posed by the pollution. In response to these security and environmental concerns, over 1,000 police officers have been assigned to ensure order during this…
Lahore: A police operation against a group of five armed robbers ended in a violent encounter, leaving all suspects dead and injuring two officers. The confrontation began during a late-night raid on a house where the gang had sought refuge. Upon discovery, the suspects moved to a nearby compound and opened fire, as shown in CCTV footage where one of the robbers is seen shooting at officers. The ensuing gunfire led to the deaths of the suspects—four men and one woman. Station House Officer Khurram Shahzad and Constable Asif sustained injuries in the crossfire and were subsequently treated at Jinnah…
ISLAMABAD: In response to recent Indian media reports suggesting that the Indian cricket team will not travel to Pakistan for the upcoming Champions Trophy, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi clarified that the PCB is awaiting an official response from both the Indian government and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), rather than relying on media speculations. Naqvi stressed that Indian media claims about the tournament not being held in Pakistan or India’s withdrawal had been circulating for months. “We remain focused on our preparations and are awaiting official responses,” Naqvi said, reaffirming that the Champions…
LAHORE: In response to the worsening smog crisis, the Punjab government has announced a temporary ban on public access to parks, zoos, museums, and sports facilities. The restriction will remain in place until November 17, according to a notification from the Environment Protection Department. The ban applies to major divisions including Gujranwala, Lahore, Multan, and Faisalabad, as authorities work to mitigate the health risks posed by hazardous air quality levels. The Lahore High Court (LHC) has also mandated that markets close by 8 pm to combat the smog. Anyone found violating the public entry ban will face penalties under Section…
ISLAMABAD: A new petition challenging the 26th Constitutional Amendment has been submitted to the Supreme Court, raising the total number of petitions to eight. The petition, filed by a group of current and former lawmakers, seeks to have the amendment declared unconstitutional. Among the petitioners are Akhtar Mengal, Chairman of Balochistan National Party-Mengal (BNP-M), Fahmida Mirza from the Grand Democratic Alliance (GDA), National Democratic Movement (NDM) Chairman Mohsin Dawar, and Mustafa Nawaz Khokhar, a former member of the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP). The petition specifically targets clauses 7, 14, 17, and 21 of the amendment, claiming they undermine judicial independence.…
A five-year-old girl from Fauji Colony in Rawalpindi’s Pirwadhai area has been reported missing after she went to a nearby shop and did not return. Her father, Yaqub Khan, reported that the child had gone out to make a purchase, but despite the family’s search efforts, she was nowhere to be found by nightfall, leading them to fear she had been abducted. Local police obtained CCTV footage that shows an unidentified man, dressed in shalwar kameez, speaking with the girl and then calmly walking away with her. According to the family, they do not recognize the man, nor does anyone…
ISLAMABAD: Security forces carried out an operation in South Waziristan, resulting in the deaths of at least five Khawarij terrorists, as reported by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). Tragically, four soldiers lost their lives during the exchange of gunfire. The fallen soldiers were identified as Naib Subedar Taib Shah, Lance Naik Gulab Zaman, Lance Naik Muzzamil Mahmood, and Lance Naik Habibullah. The ISPR also stated that a clearance operation is ongoing in the area to ensure any remaining threats are neutralized. In a statement, the ISPR emphasized, “Security forces remain resolute in their mission to rid the homeland of terrorism,”…
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