LAHORE: The Federal Investigation Agency’s (FIA) National Central Bureau (NCB) Interpol has arrested the third suspect wanted in connection with the murder of Ameer Balaj, son of the late underworld figure Tipu Truckanwala. Ameer Balaj was tragically shot dead on February 19, 2024, by a gunman disguised as a guest at a wedding ceremony in Lahore. The gunman, later identified as Bilawal, was on the run following the murder. An FIA spokesperson confirmed that Interpol had issued a Red Notice for Bilawal’s arrest, and he was captured in Oman. Bilawal was wanted by the Punjab Police for his role in…
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SRINAGAR: Indian troops have killed two Kashmiri youth in Poonch district of Indian-occupied Jammu and Kashmir, in what is being described as another act of state terrorism. The incident occurred during a cordon and search operation along the Line of Control (LoC) in the Khari Karmara area, according to Kashmir Media Service on Friday. The Indian army claimed that the “fighters” were attempting to cross into the Indian-controlled part of the disputed territory. The army’s White Knight Corps reported an intense firefight on Thursday night, which led to the “neutralization” of the two individuals. The army further stated that weapons…
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced a 15-member squad for the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025, set to be held in Pakistan from 19 February to 9 March. This squad will also compete in a tri-nation ODI series against New Zealand and South Africa, which will take place in Karachi and Lahore. The squad has seen four changes from the previous ODI series against South Africa. Abdullah Shafique, Muhammad Irfan Khan, Saim Ayub, and Sufyan Maqeem have been replaced by Fakhar Zaman, Faheem Ashraf, Khushdil Shah, and Saud Shakeel. Pakistan Squad: Batters: Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Kamran Ghulam, Saud…
RAWALPINDI: Security forces successfully neutralized 10 Khawarij terrorists during intelligence-based operations (IBOs) across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, as reported by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) on Friday. According to the ISPR statement, the operations were carried out in response to reports of Khawarij presence. In Dera Ismail Khan’s Khulachi area, an intelligence-led operation was initiated, where security forces engaged the Khawarij location. This resulted in the elimination of four terrorists. In a series of separate encounters in North Waziristan district, security forces exchanged fire with the terrorists in Datta Khel, Hassan Khel, Ghulam Khan, and Mir Ali. As a result, six more…
QUETTA: The ongoing cold wave in Balochistan has severely disrupted gas supply, leaving residents struggling to stay warm. Freezing temperatures, which have dropped to as low as -6°C, caused an 18-inch gas pipeline of Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) to freeze, affecting Quetta and other regions. According to an SSGC spokesperson, the freezing conditions led to icing in the gas regulator and pipes, forcing the complete suspension of supply in parts of Quetta. Areas like Nawan Killi, Samungli Road, and nearby localities have been left without gas. Additionally, upper Balochistan regions, including Pishin, Kuchlak, Bostan, and Ziarat, are also facing…
Islamabad, December 16, 2024: Minister of State for Information Technology Shaza Fatima Khawaja has unveiled ambitious plans to revolutionize Pakistan’s internet connectivity and cybersecurity landscape. Speaking at the National Broadband Network Forum in Islamabad, the minister acknowledged the country’s struggles with slow internet speeds but assured the public of a brighter digital future. A Promise of Faster Internet The minister admitted the challenges posed by Pakistan’s low internet speed but highlighted forthcoming solutions. With the upcoming fiberisation policy and the much-anticipated rollout of 5G technology, Khawaja expressed optimism about significantly improving the country’s connectivity. She announced that the auction for…
Lahore, December 16, 2024: Popular YouTuber Rajab Butt, known for his extravagant lifestyle and family vlogs, was released on personal guarantee after his arrest on Sunday. The charges against him include illegal possession of a lion cub and public display of weapons, both of which are serious violations under Punjab’s wildlife and public safety laws. The Raid and Arrest The Wildlife Department and police conducted a raid at Rajab Butt’s residence in the Chung area of Lahore on his wedding day. Acting on reports of illegal activities, the authorities discovered a lion cub allegedly gifted to Butt as part of…
The Peshawar High Court has ruled in the cases of Umar Ayub, the opposition leader in the National Assembly, and Faisal Amin Gandapur, the brother of the Chief Minister and a member of the National Assembly, that individuals who have obtained transit or protective bail must surrender themselves to the respective courts within the stipulated time. Failure to do so will result in the cancellation of their bail. The court further clarified in its judgment that transit and protective bail are limited to facilitating an appearance in the respective courts. Following this, it is within the jurisdiction of these courts…
ISLAMABAD: Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC) Chief Sahibzada Hamid Raza announced his resignation from the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) core and political committees on Thursday, following mounting criticism against the party’s leadership after the Islamabad protest. According to ARY News, sources revealed that Sahibzada Hamid Raza plans to further resign from his National Assembly membership, with his resignation expected to be officially submitted to PTI founder Imran Khan in an upcoming meeting. The PTI leadership has been facing severe scrutiny after party workers retreated from D-Chowk in Islamabad, failing to secure the release of Imran Khan. The retreat, coupled with a large-scale…
Protesters targeted police and Rangers with direct gunfire during demonstrations. In response, law enforcement limited their actions to tear gas and baton charges to prevent casualties. Read More: The Exploitation of Pakhtoons in PTI’s Protests: A Call for Awareness Despite efforts to disperse the crowd through announcements, they faced gunfire in return. Protesters also vandalized public property, destroying 167 Safe City cameras and cutting fiber cables, according to Islamabad’s IG. This destructive behavior underscores the challenges faced by law enforcement in maintaining order without escalating violence.
