Four children suffered severe burns and later died after a bed in their room caught fire ignited by a short-circuit caused by a mobile charger in Meerut city. The blaze erupted while the children were asleep, and despite their parents’ brave attempts to rescue them, all four children suffered severe burns and succumbed to their injuries. The parents, in their valiant efforts to save their children, also sustained burn injuries and are currently undergoing treatment in separate medical facilities. The mother’s condition remains critical, adding to the heart-wrenching ordeal faced by the family. Meerut city’s Superintendent of Police confirmed that…
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Sajjad Ali
Sajjad Ali is ‘Online Web Editor of Khyber News. He is a journalist by profession and working in field for the last ten years. Previously he worked for national media organizations including ‘The Nation’ Daily Pakistan Today, Khyber News. He also worked in media development sector. He can be reached at sajjad.sovereign@gmail.com
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ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) directed the district administration on Wednesday to permit Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) to hold a rally in Islamabad. Chief Justice Aamer Farooq of IHC, presiding over PTI’s appeal for rally permission, emphasized that while conditions could be set, the right to rally cannot be denied. PTI, represented by lawyer Sher Afzal Marwat, expressed willingness to comply with all conditions for their planned April 6 meeting in Islamabad. The Standing Counsel cited security concerns for denying the rally permission, citing past rule violations by PTI. Chief Justice Farooq urged the imposition of standard conditions, stating that…
LAHORE: WWF-Pakistan organized a World Water Day seminar and a field visit to the University of Engineering and Technology (UET), Lahore where two groundwater recharge wells have been constructed as part of the Ravi River Restoration Project. The event brought together industry experts, academia, and members from the Ministry of Water Resources to witness the ongoing efforts made towards ensuring the responsible and efficient use of water resources in the region. The Ravi River Restoration Project, funded by the Coca-Cola Foundation in partnership with WWF-Pakistan is replenishing water through a combination of interventions including rainwater harvesting systems, recharge wells, floating…
ISLAMABAD: A letter addressed to the Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) by judges of the Islamabad High Court, has brought to light accusations of interference in judicial affairs by the country’s intelligence apparatus. The judges allege attempts to pressure them through means including abduction and torture of their relatives and covert surveillance within their homes. The letter, dated March 25, is directed to headed of SIC Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa, Supreme Court Justices Mansoor Ali Shah and Munib Akhtar, as well as chief justices of the IHC and Peshawar High Court. Signed by Justices Mohsin Akhtar Kayani, Tariq Mehmood Jahangiri,…
KARACHI: Karachi police conducted a raid on the residence of Ghulam Murtaza Jatoi, a leader of the Grand Democratic Alliance (GDA), in the city. According to reports, Jatoi’s spouse alleged that police forcefully entered their home at 3 am, breaking doors with excessive force. She accused the officials of violating the privacy of women and children and causing damage to their belongings. The spouse of the GDA leader claimed that the police mistreated the residents and harassed them, linking the incident to their refusal to align with the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP). She asserted that her family is being targeted…
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Petroleum Minister, Dr. Musadik Malik, emphasized on Tuesday the government’s prioritization of the timely completion of the Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India (TAPI) gas pipeline project, crucial for addressing energy demands. In discussions with Turkmenistan Ambassador Atadjan Movlamov, held in the federal capital, various avenues for enhancing bilateral trade, particularly through the TAPI project, were explored extensively. Dr. Malik highlighted the TAPI gas pipeline project’s significance in addressing Pakistan’s energy requirements and assured continued governmental support for its progress. Ambassador Movlamov briefed the minister on the upcoming Turkmenistan Energy Forum in Paris next month and extended an invitation for Dr. Malik’s participation…
SHANGLA: At least six people including five Chinese nationals have been killed when a vehicle in which they were travelling attacked in Besham area of Shangla district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. According to police, the suicide bomber rammed a car full of explosives into a passenger car. Reports suggest a suicide bomber targeted the passenger car, resulting in the loss of six lives. Malakand Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of police Muhammad Ali expressed concern over the fate of five foreign engineers and their driver, who were believed to be among the casualties. The attack, suspected to be a suicide bombing, has…
LAHORE: The Appellate Tribunal of Lahore High Court allowed PTI leader and former federal minister Moonis Elahi to contest the by-election. The tribunal accepted the nomination papers of Moonis Elahi and set aside the decision of the Returning Officer (RO). The Returning Officer had rejected the nomination papers of PP-158 of a former federal minister. It is pertinent to mention here that Moonis was also denied to contest election in February 8 general elections.
In November of this year, Pakistan is scheduled to tour Australia for a white-ball series, marking the commencement of Australia’s white-ball schedule for the 2024-25 summer. The series will comprise six games in total, including three ODIs and three T20Is, spread across six venues from November 4th to November 18th, 2024. This tour signifies Pakistan’s return to Australia after an absence of nearly 11 months, following their participation in the Benaud-Qadir Trophy, featuring three Test matches held across Perth, Sydney, and Melbourne from December 2023 to January 2024. The three ODIs, part of the Dettol Men’s ODI series, will kick…
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad high court (IHC) has issued notices to deputy commissioner Islamabad, Inspector General (IG) police and others on plea against not allowing to hold Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) a rally in Islamabad and sought response till March 27. According to the details, chief justice Aamir Farooq heard the plea regarding this matter. PTI’s lawyer Sher Afzal Marwat appeared in the court. Lawyer Sher Afzal stated that IG Islamabad has made the cause of security threats for holding PTI rally in Islamabad. Chief justice Aamir Farooq said that whatever options are available the court will see it on March 27.
