Rawalpindi: The Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) conducted 11 operations across Pakistan, recovering 74kg of drugs and arresting 10 suspects, according to an ANF Headquarters spokesman. In one operation, 3kg of ice was recovered from a Jeddah-bound passenger at Islamabad Airport. Another operation led to the seizure of 24kg of hashish from a suspect near Iqbal Shaheed Toll Plaza in Attock. In Karachi, 12kg of hashish was recovered from a suspect in Jannat Gul Town. In Khanewal, 9.6kg of hashish was confiscated from a drug smuggler. In Islamabad, 6kg of opium and 2kg of hashish were found in the possession of a…
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Global rating agency Fitch has upgraded Pakistan’s long-term foreign currency rating from ‘Insure Default Rating’ (IDR) to ‘Triple C Plus’ from ‘Triple C’. Typically, global rating agencies do not assign an outlook to sovereigns rated ‘Triple C Plus’ or below. It is noteworthy that on December 14, 2023, Fitch had maintained Pakistan’s long-term foreign currency rating at ‘Triple C’. Previously, Fitch downgraded Pakistan’s rating from ‘Triple C Plus’ in October 2022 to ‘Triple C Minus’ in February 2023, and later upgraded it to ‘Triple C’ in July 2023. Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb recently briefed Fitch officials on Pakistan’s successful…
Lahore: A case has been filed against Tehreek-e-Labaik Pakistan’s (TLP) Deputy Amir Pir Zaheer-ul-Hassan Shah for threatening to kill Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Qazi Faez Isa. According to police reports, 1,500 TLP workers have also been named in the case, which includes provisions of the Anti-Terrorism Act, religious hatred, sedition, and attempts to pressure the judiciary. The charges also encompass contempt of the higher judiciary, interference in government operations, and obstruction of legal duties. Police stated that Pir Zaheer’s protest outside the press club incited hatred against the Supreme Judiciary, leading to the registration of the case against the…
QUETTA/MASTUNG: The Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) sit-in on the National Highway has entered its third day, with the Balochistan government extending an invitation for talks. The sit-in began after protest convoys were prevented from attending the BYC’s Gwadar meeting last week, resulting in the dispersion of protesters in Mastung and injuries to 14 people. The closure of the National Highway has disrupted traffic to Karachi, Khuzdar, Hub, Kalat, Surab, Turbat, Panjgur, and Gwadar. Additionally, all roads, including the Makran Coastal Highway M8, have been closed, causing significant difficulties for commuters, with cargo trucks and passenger cars stranded at various locations.…
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…
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.
