Peshawar: Significant reserves of oil and gas have been discovered in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, according to a spokesperson for Pakistan Oilfield Limited (POL). The new reserves were found in the Razgir well within the TAL Block, which is expected to produce 250 barrels of crude oil and 20 million cubic meters of standard cubic gas daily. Drilling commenced in January this year. This discovery is a joint venture between POL, Oil & Gas Development Company (OGDC), and Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL). Additionally, just two weeks ago, a substantial oil and gas deposit was discovered by POL in the Ikhlas block of…
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Islamabad: Following an improvement in bad weather conditions, 28 climbers, including 15 Pakistani mountaineers, successfully summited Broad Peak, the world’s 12th-highest mountain at 8,051 meters above sea level, on Saturday, as reported by tour operators. Climbers faced nearly two months of high-speed winds, snowfall, clouds, and unpredictable weather, limiting their progress to acclimatization and rotations. The weather cleared on Friday, enabling the climbers to commence their summit push. According to Karakorum Expeditions, a five-member team of rope fixers from Shimshal Valley in Hunza was the first to reach the summit at 7:15 am. The team included Ahmed Baig, Arshad Karim,…
Islamabad: The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has lodged a complaint with the Supreme Judicial Council against the Chief Election Commissioner and its members on Saturday. PTI’s General Secretary, Omar Ayub, filed the complaint through Barrister Ali Zafar. The complaint highlights several events before and after the elections, alleging that the Election Commission failed to conduct free and fair elections. PTI claims their polling agents were removed from polling stations, and the Election Commission did not adhere to legal protocols in announcing the results, neglecting instances of pre-poll rigging. Further allegations include pressuring PTI members to switch loyalties, confiscating nomination papers from…
Islamabad: There is an anticipated decline in the prices of petroleum products starting from August 1. According to the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA), petrol prices are expected to decrease by Rs3 per liter, while diesel prices might drop by Rs8.50 per liter. Additionally, kerosene is projected to cost Rs9.11 less per liter. This potential decrease in petroleum prices is attributed to a global reduction in crude oil prices. The process of finalizing the new petroleum prices is currently underway. Read More: Khyber District Admin Destroys 84 Tons of Prohibited Goods Media reports indicate that OGRA will submit the final…
During a peace march organized by the Pakhtoon Tahafuz Movement (PTM), an unexpected turn of events seemed designed to defame the Pakistani army. The demonstration, which started peacefully, quickly descended into chaos as participants began initiating aerial firing, creating a wave of fear and panic among the attendees. Video footage from the event clearly captures a person brandishing a pistol and firing into the air, resulting in immediate chaos. Amidst the turmoil, a man standing in the square started chanting provocative slogans, claiming that the individuals wielding guns were not part of their group but were, in fact, members of…
Islamabad: The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has reaffirmed its commitment to enhancing disaster resilience across Pakistan. As part of these ongoing efforts, the NDMA has launched an official WhatsApp channel named “Tayyar Pakistan.” This new channel aims to provide real-time disaster alerts, updates, and preparedness tips to the public. By subscribing to “Tayyar Pakistan,” individuals can stay informed about potential hazards, receive timely notifications, and take proactive steps to protect themselves and their communities.
Bangladesh witnessed violent clashes between student protesters, ruling party supporters, and police amid escalating tensions over government job quotas, exacerbated by economic challenges and limited opportunities for the future. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina addressed the nation on Wednesday evening, condemning the deadly unrest triggered by protests against the reinstatement of quotas for civil service positions. The clashes resulted in casualties across various cities, prompting a judicial inquiry promised by Hasina to hold those accountable. Following the clashes, educational institutions nationwide were instructed to close indefinitely, and paramilitary forces were deployed to maintain order. Mobile internet services were also suspended amidst…
Islamabad: On Thursday, retired Justice Maqbool Baqar declined an offer to serve as an ad hoc judge on the Supreme Court, becoming the second judge to reject the appointment amidst public scrutiny. Earlier, retired Justice Mushir Alam had also turned down a similar offer for a three-year term. The Judicial Commission of Pakistan (JCP), chaired by Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa, is set to convene on Friday to discuss the appointments of four retired Supreme Court judges. While the government argues for additional judges to expedite pending cases, the opposition Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has criticized the move as unethical. In…
TEXAS: Over 1.3 million homes and businesses in Texas remained without power on Thursday, four days after Hurricane Beryl hit the state with strong winds and heavy flooding, leading to frustration among residents enduring extreme heat. Around 1.1 million of those without power were customers of CenterPoint Energy, the state’s largest provider, according to data from PowerOutage.us. Although CenterPoint had restored power to 1.16 million customers since the storm, it faced increased scrutiny for its preparedness. Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia called the slow power restoration a public health crisis in a letter to CenterPoint. CenterPoint announced it expected to restore power…
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has taken cabinet members into confidence over the scope and rationale behind the new counter-terrorism initiative, Operation Azm-e-Istehkam. The government aims to initiate a national dialogue to combat terrorism and extremism across the country. PM Shehbaz has briefed the cabinet on the operation’s objectives, which were approved by the federal cabinet last month following recommendations from the National Action Plan’s Central Apex Committee. Sources revealed that areas cleared of terrorists by security forces were handed over to provincial governments. However, due to the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government’s failure, terrorists have reportedly returned to these areas. In…
