DUBAI: Rohit Sharma delivered a fiery 76-run knock to guide India to a thrilling four-wicket victory over New Zealand in the Champions Trophy Final on Sunday. The match was held at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, where India lifted their record third title. A strong spin bowling performance laid the foundation for India’s win in this gripping final clash. The Blue Shirts remained unbeaten throughout the eight-nation tournament, which was played across Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates. Taking full advantage of their “home-like” crowd and overwhelming fan support, India chased down the 252-run target with six balls to spare…
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Afghanistan Freedom Front (AFF) leader Daoud Naji has called the UN’s latest findings on Taliban killings “incomplete.” Naji claims at least 12 ex-security personnel died in Taliban custody or courts during January alone. He shared the details on social media, listing provinces like Parwan, Badakhshan, and Helmand as sites of these alleged abuses. The UN document, released Thursday by UNAMA, recorded one former officer killed, 37 detained, and 18 tortured over three months. However, Naji argues ongoing violence against UN staff in Afghanistan—including shootings and arrests—may have skewed the study’s data. The UN Secretary-General’s assessment confirmed 42 security incidents targeting…
Punjab Police successfully thwarted a major terrorist attack in Dera Ghazi Khan early this morning. A group of 15 to 20 armed militants launched an assault on a police checkpoint using heavy weapons, including rocket launchers. Police forces responded swiftly, using advanced thermal imaging to detect the attackers. Officers engaged them with machine guns and mortars, preventing them from getting close to the checkpoint. Initial reports suggest significant casualties among the assailants. Inspector General of Punjab Police, Usman Anwar, praised the officers for their courage. He stated that this marks the 19th successful counteroperation by Punjab Police against militants. He…
Pakistan has urged Afghan refugees holding Afghan Citizen Cards to leave the country by the end of this month. The decision comes amid increasing security concerns and cross-border attacks. Islamabad has often linked militant activities and crimes to Afghan nationals. They make up the largest migrant group in Pakistan. The Interior Ministry reaffirmed that Pakistan has always acted responsibly and honored its commitments as a host country. However, it emphasized that all individuals residing in the country must follow legal requirements. In 2023, Pakistan launched a repatriation campaign targeting undocumented foreign nationals. Most of them were Afghan refugees without legal…
The Joint Investigation Team (JIT), formed by the federal government, has summoned 15 key leaders of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) for allegedly running an anti-Pakistan propaganda campaign on social media. Authorities are probing the threat posed to national security by this online activity. Among those summoned are Gohar Ali Khan, Hammad Azhar, Salman Akram Raja, Raoof Hasan, Asad Qaiser, Aun Abbas, and Waqas Akram. Other PTI members facing inquiries include Firdous Shamim Naqvi, Khalid Khurshid Khan, Aliya Hamza, Kanwal Shauzab, Taimoor Saleem Khan, Shah Farman, Shehbaz Shabbir, and Mian Muhammad Aslam. These individuals have been directed to appear before the JIT…
The United States has officially thanked Pakistan for its assistance in capturing Mohammad Sharifullah, the key suspect behind the deadly Abbey Gate bombing in 2021. The US State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce acknowledged Pakistan’s role during a press briefing in Washington on Thursday. “We extend our gratitude to the Government of Pakistan for their partnership in bringing Mohammad Sharifullah to justice,” Bruce said. During his first address to Congress after resuming office, US President Donald Trump confirmed that the individual responsible for the Abbey Gate bombing had been arrested with Pakistan’s assistance. The attack, which took place during the US…
The latest Global Terrorism Index 2025 reveals a sharp rise in terrorist attacks in Pakistan since the Afghan Taliban took control of Afghanistan. The report, published by the Institute for Economics and Peace, ranks Pakistan as the second most affected country by terrorism. According to the report, terrorist attacks in Pakistan surged by 45% in 2024. It confirms Pakistan’s long-standing concerns regarding Afghanistan. The findings highlight that since 2021, when the Taliban took over Afghanistan, terrorism in Pakistan has intensified. The primary cause of this surge is the banned Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), which shares deep ties with the Afghan Taliban.…
Pakistan is looking to build a long-term and broad-based relationship with the United States under President Donald Trump’s administration. Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar reaffirmed this commitment during a phone conversation with US National Security Adviser Michael Waltz on March 4. According to a statement from the Foreign Office, Deputy PM Dar received a call from Waltz on Tuesday. The US official conveyed President Trump’s appreciation for Pakistan’s efforts in countering terrorism. The conversation came just hours after Trump revealed that a Daesh operative responsible for the 2021 Kabul airport attack had been arrested. The devastating suicide bombing at the airport…
New Zealand emerged victorious in a thrilling encounter against South Africa, winning by 50 runs in the second semifinal of the Champions Trophy. This triumph at Gaddafi Stadium secured their place in the final, where they will face India on Sunday. Winning the toss on Wednesday, New Zealand opted to bat first. Their decision paid off as they posted a record-breaking total of 362-6, the highest ever in the tournament. The Black Caps’ innings was built on magnificent centuries from Rachin Ravindra and Kane Williamson. Both batters played instrumental roles in pushing their team to a commanding total. South Africa’s…
Pakistan’s Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has assured the International Monetary Fund (IMF) that the Rs 605 billion tax revenue shortfall will be managed without introducing a mini-budget. The commitment was made as discussions between Pakistan and the IMF on economic policies and fiscal performance continue. Government officials have presented a detailed plan to the IMF, outlining how the shortfall will be covered. The primary strategy involves settling long-pending tax cases to generate additional revenue. The authorities are optimistic that Pakistan will meet its tax collection target by June. If the target is not reached, the government will implement expenditure…
