PESHAWAR – At least five policemen were martyred and five others injured in multiple terrorist attacks in KP late Wednesday night. The assaults occurred almost at the same time in different districts of the province. According to police officials, unidentified militants targeted law enforcement personnel in Upper Dir, Lower Dir, and Peshawar. In Upper Dir, gunmen opened fire on a police mobile van, killing three officers and injuring three more. Near Peshawar, militants attempted to storm the Hassan Khel Police Station and two nearby checkposts. Police fought back and managed to repel the assault. However, one officer embraced martyrdom and…
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Pakistan is celebrating its 78th Independence Day this Thursday with unmatched enthusiasm, uplifted by the recent victory in the Marka-e-Haq military operation against India. The celebrations began with a 31-gun salute in Islamabad, while each provincial capital echoed with 21-gun salutes. In mosques nationwide, special prayers were offered for peace, unity, and prosperity. Across the country, streets, markets, and buildings are adorned with national flags, buntings, and decorative lights. Vendors are selling flags, caps, and green-and-white outfits, while vehicles and rooftops proudly display the emblem of Pakistan. Radio Pakistan and Pakistan Television are airing special programmes for the occasion. Prime…
Bajaur Salarzai Tribe’s Jirga – Pledge to Support the State and Security Forces On 12 August 2025, the Salarzai tribe in Bajaur’s Salarzai Tehsil held a jirga and unanimously decided not to shelter or facilitate terrorists under any circumstances. Addressing the gathering, tribal elder Malik Khanzada said that if peace could be achieved through jirgas alone, the Mamond jirga would have restored calm in the area. He added, “The reality is that the Taliban neither respect the Quran, nor the white beard, nor the white flag. Their belief lies only in power and the gun — and that is the…
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has announced full support for the Bajaur Operation. According to officials, targeted actions will continue if talks with militants fail. The provincial government has also approved financial aid for families affected by the Bajaur Operation. Each affected family will receive 50,000 rupees in assistance. In the first phase, 25,000 rupees will be given immediately. The remaining 25,000 rupees will be paid once they return to their homes. To ensure timely payments, the government has directed the district administration to release funds worth 100 million rupees. Authorities confirmed that people who voluntarily leave their homes due to…
ISLAMABAD – On Pakistan’s Independence Day, the Shakarparian Parade Ground will host a spectacular Defence Equipment Exhibition, showcasing the nation’s military strength to the public. Across the country, preparations for Independence Day and the victory of the “Maarka-e-Haq” are at their peak. On 14 August, the Shakarparian Parade Ground will open its gates for visitors at 10 AM. The Defence Equipment Exhibition will feature a wide range of military hardware used by Pakistan’s armed forces during the “Maarka-e-Haq.” Visitors will see fighter jets, tanks, heavy artillery, rocket launcher vehicles, armoured carriers, and other combat equipment. Advanced radar systems that played…
ISLAMABAD – A spectacular Azadi Grand Ceremony will be held tonight in Islamabad to mark Pakistan’s Independence Day and the historic victory in the “Maarka-e-Haq.” According to sources, the main event will take place at 8 PM at Jinnah Sports Stadium. The President of Pakistan will attend as the chief guest, while the Prime Minister and the chiefs of all three armed forces will also be present. A large number of national and foreign dignitaries are expected to participate. The central event will feature special national and cultural performances. A grand parade by all three armed forces and an impressive…
TAROUBA – Captain Shai Hope’s blazing century and Jayden Seales’ devastating bowling spell powered a memorable West Indies ODI series win over Pakistan in the deciding third match at the Brian Lara Academy on Tuesday. Seales took six wickets for just 22 runs, the joint second-best figures for a West Indian in men’s ODIs. Hope remained unbeaten on 120, guiding his side to their first West Indies ODI series win against Pakistan since 1991. The hosts sealed victory by their largest margin over Pakistan, bowling them out for only 92 while defending 295. The turning point came in a dominant…
HUNZA – Massive flooding caused by water discharge and soil erosion from the Hunza Shisper Glacier has brought devastation to Gilgit-Baltistan. The disaster has cut off the Karakoram Highway (KKH) and left several communities completely isolated. Local officials said the flooding has entirely blocked the key KKH route, disrupting Pakistan–China trade and halting all local transport. An alternative link road has been arranged for small vehicles, but heavy traffic is stuck for now. In Hassanabad, the glacier’s outflow submerged residential houses. Authorities had evacuated these homes earlier, preventing casualties. A hotel was damaged, while hundreds of trees were swept away.…
WASHINGTON – The United States has described its involvement in securing a ceasefire between Pakistan and India as a “proud moment” for US diplomacy. The move, according to Washington, helped avert a potentially dangerous escalation during a recent conflict. State Department spokeswoman Tammy Bruce said swift action by top American leaders played a decisive role in easing tensions. Speaking at a press briefing on Tuesday, she recalled how the situation was handled. “There was immediate concern and immediate movement with the Vice President, the President, and the Secretary of State… to stop the attacks and bring the parties together,” Bruce…
PESHAWAR – The much-anticipated Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly session, called to discuss the province’s security crisis and suggest measures for peace, quickly turned into a stage for political bickering on Tuesday. Instead of unity, the gathering was marked by blame games and heated exchanges, with little real progress. The sitting was chaired by Muhammad Idrees after a delay of nearly three hours. Attendance was poor on both treasury and opposition benches. Several ministers were absent, and repeated quorum breaks further disrupted the proceedings. Opening the debate after the recitation of the Holy Quran, PML-N lawmaker Farukh Khan warned that terrorism was…
