Security forces killed at least 18 Indian-sponsored terrorists in separate intelligence-based operations (IBOs) in Quetta and Sherani, officials confirmed on Wednesday. According to security sources, a joint operation was launched in the Ghaza Band area on the outskirts of Quetta. During a fierce exchange of fire, 10 militants were killed, while two security personnel sustained injuries. A large cache of weapons and ammunition was recovered from the site. Police said the slain terrorists were involved in attacks on security forces and other subversive activities. In a separate IBO in Sherani district, security forces engaged militants of the Fitna al-Khawarij group,…
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The International Football Federation (FIFA) has approved the restoration of football grounds in Pakistan that were damaged by recent floods. According to details, Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) President Syed Mohsin Gilani and former national footballer Shahid Khan Shinwari held a meeting with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi. During the meeting, multiple proposals regarding the promotion of football in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa were discussed. The PFF president informed the governor that FIFA had given approval for the rehabilitation of football grounds in Buner, Bajaur, Swat, and Dera Ismail Khan, and work on the project would begin soon. On the occasion, he…
The Palestinian resistance movement Hamas has expressed reservations over US President Donald Trump’s proposed 20-point peace plan for Gaza, demanding amendments to certain clauses. According to Palestinian sources, Hamas is seeking Israel’s complete withdrawal from Gaza along with international guarantees ensuring that its leaders will not be targeted or assassinated. The group is expected to give a formal response within two to three days. Sources further revealed that Hamas negotiators recently held meetings in Doha with Turkish, Egyptian, and Qatari officials, where the most contentious point of discussion was the clause calling for Hamas to be fully disarmed. It is…
A heart-wrenching domestic tragedy has shaken the Bandikotlan suburb of Havelian, where four members of the same family were brutally murdered in their home, leaving the entire community in deep shock and sorrow. According to police officials, the victims have been identified as Rashid Khan, son of Haider Zaman, his wife Sundas Bibi, and their two young daughters, Sadia Bibi and Wahida Bibi. The horrifying incident unfolded when Haider’s mentally ill brother suddenly went into a violent rage and attacked the family with fatal force. As soon as authorities received reports of the crime, a heavy police contingent rushed to…
The Commonwealth Observer Group (COG) has released its long-awaited final report on Pakistan’s 2024 general elections, criticising the fairness and transparency of the process while noting restrictions on voters’ fundamental political rights. The 161-page report, issued on Tuesday more than 18 months after the polls, raised serious concerns over practices that undermined confidence in the electoral system. One of the key issues highlighted was the suspension of mobile phone services on election night, which observers said reduced transparency and hampered the efficiency of result delivery. The absence of digitally transmitted result forms was flagged as a major vulnerability, expanding opportunities…
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Tuesday outlined Pakistan’s support for the Gaza peace plan, which proposes the deployment of a “temporary international stabilization force” in Palestine. He revealed that Indonesia has already offered to contribute a 20,000-strong contingent, while Pakistan’s leadership would soon decide whether to send personnel as part of the mission. Dar emphasized that Pakistan had not entered into any agreement with Israel and reiterated Islamabad’s longstanding position in favor of a two-state solution, with Al-Quds al-Sharif (Jerusalem) as the capital of Palestine. He rejected criticism of the plan, asking whether detractors preferred to…
The Ministry of Finance has released its monthly Economic Outlook report, highlighting a 7% increase in remittances, which rose to $6.35 billion during July–August 2025. In August alone, remittances recorded a 6.6% rise, reaching $3.13 billion. Exports also showed improvement, growing 10.2% to $5.29 billion in the first two months of the fiscal year. In August 2025, exports rose by 2.9% to $2.51 billion. However, imports continued to climb, rising 8.8% to $10.4 billion during July–August. For August alone, imports increased by 5.8%, amounting to $4.98 billion. The report noted that the current account deficit widened to $624 million in…
The government has unveiled a comprehensive financing framework to launch bonds in the international market, including green, social, sustainability bonds and sukuk. According to a statement from the Ministry of Finance, the introduction of this framework will enhance Pakistan’s access to global markets and help build a more resilient and inclusive economy. Officials explained that the primary goal is to expand Pakistan’s participation in the international sustainable finance market. The framework has been prepared in collaboration with leading international commercial banks, aligning with global principles and standards set by the International Capital Market Association (ICMA). Credit rating agency Fitch has…
The Supreme Court on Tuesday declared null and void the Islamabad High Court’s (IHC) September 16 order that had barred Justice Tariq Mahmood Jahangiri from performing judicial work. The apex court had already suspended the order a day earlier. A five-member constitutional bench headed by Justice Aminuddin Khan, and comprising Justice Jamal Khan Mandokhail, Justice Muhammad Ali Mazhar, Justice Hassan Azhar Rizvi, and Justice Shahid Bilal Hassan, heard the petition filed by Justice Jahangiri. During Monday’s proceedings, notices were issued to Attorney General for Pakistan Mansoor Usman Awan and Advocate General Islamabad to appear in person. The attorney general, while…
Two cabinet members of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government, Aqib Ullah Khan and Faisal Khan Tarakai, have tendered their resignations, a move confirmed by former National Assembly speaker Asad Qaiser on Tuesday. Both legislators hail from Swabi, with Aqib Ullah being the brother of Asad Qaiser, who disclosed the development through a social media post. Aqib Ullah was serving as provincial irrigation minister, while Tarakai held the portfolio of elementary and secondary education in the Ali Amin Gandapur-led cabinet. Although no formal reasons were cited for the decision, the two leaders reiterated their allegiance to PTI founder Imran Khan, who remains…
