Author: Saifullah

In a tragic incident in Tehsil Mamond of Bajaur district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, five police personnel lost their lives, and ten others sustained injuries when a bomb targeted their vehicle on Monday morning. The police party was en route to provide security for vaccinators participating in an anti-polio campaign in the Bailut Farsh area of Tehsil Mamond when their truck was struck by an explosion. Initial reports from a local hospital indicate two fatalities, while police investigators, confirming a remote-controlled bomb, collect evidence at the blast site. The attack occurred amid the launch of the “National Immunisation Days” by the KP…

In a frightening turn of events at the Peshawar Judicial Complex, a shocking shooting incident unfolded within the premises of the Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC). The incident left four individuals severely injured, prompting an urgent response from law enforcement. Eyewitnesses on the scene reported that the alleged shooter, disguised as a counsel, initiated the gunfire, sending panic through the judicial complex. The injured victims were swiftly and efficiently transported to the hospital under the watchful eye of the police. Tragically, Lady Reading Hospital Spokesperson Muhammad Asim revealed that one of the wounded individuals succumbed to their injuries before reaching the medical…

Jeffrey Epstein Background: Jeffrey Edward Epstein January 20, 1953 – August 10, 2019 was an American financier and sex offender. Born and raised in New York City, Epstein began his professional life by teaching at the Dalton School despite lacking a college degree. After his dismissal from the school, he entered the banking and finance sector, working at Bear Stearns in various roles before starting his own firm. Epstein developed an elite social circle and procured many women and children whom he and his associates sexually abused. The Arrest of Financier Jeffrey Epstein: In July 2019, Jeffrey Epstein, a financier…

The Federal Ombudsman Secretariat for Protection Against Harassment (FOSPAH) has issued notices to former NAB chairman Justice (retd) Javed Iqbal and 11 others in the Tayyaba Gul harassment case. FOSPAH Chairperson Fauzia Viqar conducted a hearing based on a 2022 case filed by Gul, who accused Iqbal and other NAB officials of sexual harassment and rape. The accused, including Iqbal, are directed to appear on January 16 to respond to the serious allegations raised by Gul.

Lahore Airport grapples with disruptions in both domestic and international flight schedules owing to thick fog. Notably, flight DV-850 to Almaty stands canceled due to adverse weather conditions. Several Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) flights are experiencing delays. PIA flight PK263 to Abu Dhabi faces a two-and-a-half-hour delay, PK291 to Muscat is delayed by five hours, PK283 to Dubai is delayed by 3.5 hours, and PK342 to Najaf, as well as PIA flights to Karachi, are also subject to delays. Moreover, PK247 to Dammam faces a five-hour delay, and PK235 to Dubai experiences a similar delay. The situation extends to arrivals,…

Former Punjab Chief Minister Chaudhry Parvez Elahi, presently incarcerated at Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi, was transferred to the hospital on Saturday due to a chest infection. Jail authorities cite the necessity for a comprehensive medical examination for the president of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). Read More: Karachi Grapples with Severe Gas Shortage Parvez Elahi has been undergoing daily medical monitoring at the jail’s hospital, with a recent clear thallium scan at the Rawalpindi Institute of Cardiology (RIC) last week. Notably, he faces multiple charges, including money laundering and alleged illicit involvement in the Punjab Assembly.

Residents across various neighborhoods in Karachi are grappling with a surge in gas scarcity, particularly during the recent cold spell. Complaints from consumers highlight that heightened gas consumption in Baluchistan has exacerbated the shortage, rendering gas unavailable in some areas even before 11:00 pm and, in certain instances, during the afternoon. Areas notably affected include Sadar, Defence, Shah Faisal, Landhi, Allahwala Town, Gulshan, Manzoor Colony, Qayyumabad, and Scheme 33. Media reports attribute the prolonged gas supply to fertilizer factories as a contributing factor to the scarcity. The situation tends to ameliorate at the start of the week when gas supply…

RAWALPINDI: In an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in North Waziristan district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, a suicide bomber and three other terrorists were killed during a gunfight with security forces. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) reported that the killed terrorists, actively involved in various terrorist activities against security forces, were planning a high-profile attack. The proactive response by security forces averted the planned attack. The operation also led to the recovery of arms, ammunition, and explosives. A sanitization operation is underway to eliminate any remaining terrorists in the area, reaffirming the commitment of Pakistan’s security forces to eradicate terrorism.

Caretaker Punjab Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi has announced a renewed initiative to implement artificial rain in Lahore, where hazardous smog affects over 11 million residents. The announcement was made during a meeting with a UAE delegation led by Ahmed Al Kamal, head of the Cloud Seeding Team. Naqvi expressed gratitude for UAE’s cooperation, highlighting the success of the first artificial rainfall experiment in lowering air quality levels below 200 for several days. The cloud seeding team is integral to Pakistan’s environmental efforts against smog, with an upcoming experiment scheduled for January, contingent upon favorable weather. The collaborative efforts aim to…

Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar expressed criticism towards the courts and former Prime Minister Imran Khan, accusing them of adopting a double standard on various issues, including missing persons and protests. These remarks were made during his address to students at Beaconhouse National University (BNU) in Lahore. Kakar also addressed a question regarding the alleged double standards of courts in the Kasim’s Aba and Noor Mukadam cases. Additionally, he emphasized the significant role of the youth in national development, underlining that tax revenues are dedicated to the well-being and welfare of the people.