Author: Sajjad Ali

ISLAMABAD: Foreign nationals currently residing illegally in Pakistan have only 24 days to depart the country before being deported. Foreign nationals residing in Pakistan without proper legal status are required to depart the country by October 31. If they fail to do so, law enforcement authorities will be tasked with apprehending and facilitating their deportation. During a recent gathering of the Apex Committee of the National Action Plan, a unanimous decision was reached to enforce stringent measures against unauthorized immigrants residing in Pakistan and address issues related to the business activities and property holdings of such individuals. As many as…

SWAT: A court in Swat on Saturday ordered to released eight leaders of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) including former provincial minister Dr. Amjad Ali who were arrested for holding a corner meeting in Swat’s area of Barikot and Shamuzi last day. The police produced them bore the court today. All PTI leaders were attending a corner meeting at the time of arrest. The police moved them to the Ghaligay police station. Among the released were Tehsil Chairman Kashif Ali, Union Council Chairman Iftikhar Khan.

In the early hours of Saturday, the Hamas launched a series of rocket attacks on Israel, accompanied by militants infiltrating Israeli territory, resulting in at least one casualty, according to both the military and medical sources. Rockets were continuously launched from various locations in Gaza, creating a visible streak across the sky. The escalation follows months of heightened violence in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, with a notable increase in fatalities in the occupied West Bank. Air raid sirens sounded in southern and central Israel, prompting the military to advise the public to seek shelter. In Jerusalem, multiple rockets were intercepted, and…

SWABI: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa education department on Friday suspended nine female teachers in Swabi after they refused to participate in anti-polio vaccination drive. The department has taken disciplinary measures against them for failing to fulfill their responsibilities despite receiving training in administering polio drops. The suspension serves as a stern message that non-cooperation in public health initiatives will not be tolerated. Seven of the suspended teachers are associated with government schools in Razar Tehsil, while the remaining two are from Topi Tehsil. The Swabi Education Department has been proactive in preparing teachers for their roles in the polio vaccination drive…

KHYBER: The undocumented and illegal Afghan families have started to leave Pakistan on the Pak-Afghan Torkham border following the ultimatum issued by the government. The government has issued a one-month ultimatum, expiring on October 30, for undocumented and illegal Afghan families and immigrants to leave Pakistan. Since the announcement, 54 families have returned in the past few days. The repatriation process for Afghan refugees is underway following the decision by the federal government and the apex committee. Foreign nationals residing unlawfully in Pakistan must depart by October 31, or face arrest and deportation by law enforcement agencies. Caretaker Punjab Chief…

BEIJING: Afghanistan has secured a four-wicket victory over Pakistan in the Asian Games semi-final n Hangzhou, China, eliminating the latter from contention for the gold medal. Chasing a target of 116 runs, Afghanistan reached the goal in 17.5 overs, losing six wickets in the process. Captain Gulbadin Naib’s unbeaten cameo of 26 runs in 19 balls, featuring four boundaries and three sixes, played a crucial role in their triumph. Noor Ali Zadran emerged as the top scorer for Afghanistan with 39 runs in 33 balls. Arafat Minhas and Usman Qadir claimed two wickets each for Pakistan. Earlier, after winning the…

DAMASCUS: The death toll from the drone attack on a Syrian military academy in the Homs province on Thursday jumped to 112 people, with 12 more succumbing to injuries on Friday. Among the victims, 21 were civilians, and authorities are attributing the attack to “terrorist organizations.” The targeted Syrian military academy was hosting a graduation ceremony for officers when weaponized drones were used in the assault, according to Syria’s defense ministry. Initially, the country’s Health Minister reported a lower death toll of 80, including women and children, and around 240 individuals suffered injuries of varying degrees. In response to the…

ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) Friday indicated to give its decision next week on  the plea challenging former prime minister Imran Khan’s  jail trial. Moreover, the IHC will also announce its reserved decision on appointment of the trial court judge in cypher case. During the hearing of the petition for an early decision by former Prime Minister Imran Khan, Advocate Sher Afzal Marwat represented Chairman PTI in court. Marwat informed the court that the Imran Khan’s jail trial in the cypher case has commenced, but a decision on their appeal is still pending. The cypher case is scheduled for…

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Foreign Office (FO) reiterated that its recent operation against illegal immigrants is not aimed at any specific nationality. This clarification comes in the wake of the caretaker government’s ultimatum, directing all undocumented immigrants, including Afghan nationals, to leave Pakistan by October 31, under the threat of imprisonment and deportation. The decision to launch this operation was made during a high-level apex committee meeting chaired by Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar, which included the army chief. The committee discussed implementing stricter border controls, requiring passports and visas for cross-border movement, and limiting the acceptance of electronic Afghan identity cards…

ISLAMABAD: In a significant development, the Pakistan Information Commission (PIC) has ordered deduction of 100 days’ salary of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) for failing to provide requested information to appellants, despite clear orders from the Commission. The decision comes after two separate appeals filed by citizens Mr. Tariq Raheem and Farooq e Azam. The appellants had sought information related to an inquiry conducted against them, including copies of witness statements, cross-examination records, and other relevant documents. The Commission, in an order dated 21-02-2023, directed the public body to furnish the required information to the…