Security forces foiled a terrorist attack that took place on the night of 27-28 January 2024 in Gulistan area of Qila Abdullah district, Balochistan. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) reported that a group identified as “Khawariji” attempted to infiltrate a security forces post. The attackers tried to ram a vehicle loaded with explosives into the perimeter wall of the post. In the ensuing gunfight, all five attackers, including the two suicide bombers, were killed. However, ISPR also reported that two soldiers, Naik Tahir Khan (39, from Tank district) and Lance Naik Tahir Iqbal (26, from Karak district), embraced martyrdom in…
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Afghan-based sources have reported that Abbas Stanekzai, the Taliban’s deputy foreign minister, has left Afghanistan under contentious circumstances. This development follows an alleged arrest warrant and exit ban issued by Taliban leader Hibatullah Akhundzada. While the Taliban has not officially commented, discussions on the matter are widespread in Kabul. According to the reports, Defence Minister Yaqoob Mujahid facilitated Stanekzai’s immediate departure to Dubai. Sources claim this action was prompted by Stanekzai’s harsh criticism of Hibatullah Akhundzada’s decision to ban girls’ education. Following these remarks, Akhundzada reportedly instructed Abdul Haq Wasiq, head of Taliban intelligence, to arrest Stanekzai and prevent him…
The Chinese Embassy in Pakistan has strongly denied recent allegations published by The Guardian. The claims, which attributed controversial remarks to a Chinese diplomat, were labeled as “completely untrue” by the embassy. A spokesperson for the Chinese Embassy criticized the article, calling it baseless and lacking in credibility. They accused the author of fabricating the information without conducting an authorized interview. This, according to the spokesperson, was a serious breach of journalistic ethics. The embassy reaffirmed China’s unwavering commitment to the development of Gwadar and Balochistan. It highlighted several significant contributions made over the past year: In March, China provided…
The fourth round of negotiations between the government and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) ended in a deadlock. PTI refused to participate in the meeting called by Speaker of the National Assembly, Sardar Ayaz Sadiq. The session, planned at the Parliament House, aimed to address major disagreements between the two sides. Speaker Ayaz Sadiq personally reached out to PTI leaders Omar Ayub and Asad Qaiser, urging them to join the talks. “Issues can only be resolved at the negotiation table,” the Speaker emphasized during his conversation with the PTI leadership. However, PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan rejected the Speaker’s invitation. He…
MULTAN: Spinner Jomel Warrican led the West Indies to a historic Test victory in Pakistan, their first in nearly 35 years. The visitors secured a 120-run win in the second Test on Monday, leveling the series 1-1. Warrican’s exceptional performance was the highlight of the match. He claimed five wickets in the second innings, taking his total to nine in the game and 19 in the series. His mastery on spin-friendly pitches left Pakistan struggling throughout the match. This victory marked the West Indies’ first Test win in Pakistan since November 1990, when they triumphed in Faisalabad. Their tours in…
LAHORE: Pakistan has the potential to achieve a 7% annual growth rate and transform into a trillion-dollar economy by 2035, according to Martin Raiser, Vice President for South Asia at the World Bank. Speaking on Pakistan’s economic reforms, Raiser highlighted the need for strong policies and a clear recovery plan to achieve this ambitious target. In his statement, Raiser acknowledged that long-term projections could be challenging. However, he emphasized that with the serious implementation of domestic economic reforms, Pakistan could unlock its true potential. The World Bank has pledged $20 billion in financial assistance for the next decade, but the…
Balochistan is cultivating organic cotton on 117,000 hectares in districts such as Khuzdar, Kharan, Nasirabad, Sibi, Loralai, and Barkhan. Experts see significant potential for expanding cotton farming in the province. The Balochistan Agricultural Research Center reports that 3.7 million hectares of barren land in the region could be made suitable for farming. This development would lead to a considerable increase in cotton production. Rauf Kakar, Director General of the Agricultural Research Center, highlighted the economic potential of organic cotton. He stated, “By setting up textile industries in different districts, we can significantly enhance the economic benefits of cotton cultivation.” Farmers…
MULTAN: An LPG tanker explosion in the Industrial Estate of Multan’s Hamid Pur Kanora area left six people dead and 31 others injured. Rescue officials confirmed the tragic incident occurred in the early hours of Monday, triggering a massive fire and widespread destruction. Debris from the shattered LPG tanker landed on nearby homes, causing significant damage. Rescue teams worked for hours, using over ten firefighting vehicles and foam-based fire suppression systems, to extinguish the flames. Initially, five fatalities were reported. However, the death toll increased to six after another body was recovered from a damaged house. The deceased included a…
RAWALPINDI: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan has replaced Ali Amin Gandapur with Junaid Akbar as the party’s provincial president for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP). This decision follows Akbar’s recent election as Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), a position he secured with bipartisan support. The PAC is one of the most influential parliamentary bodies, holding the power to summon individuals and records for financial oversight. Junaid Akbar’s new appointment highlights PTI’s focus on strengthening its political structure in KP amid rising governance and security concerns. PTI Secretary General Salman Akram Raja issued the notification of Akbar’s appointment, confirming Gandapur’s…
Pakistan has reported its first case of mpox in 2025, as confirmed by the Ministry of Health. The patient, who arrived from Dubai on January 24, tested positive for the virus during routine screening at Peshawar Airport. This case marks the tenth instance of mpox in Pakistan since the country declared a health emergency. The patient has been admitted to Services Hospital in Peshawar for treatment. Officials revealed that the individual had recently traveled to several Gulf countries, raising fears about the virus potentially spreading further. In another related case, airport authorities in Peshawar identified a passenger arriving from Sharjah…
