The Hangu security forces operation stopped a large-scale terrorist infiltration attempt in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Heavy clashes broke out between security forces and militants when more than 100 terrorists tried to enter the district from Orakzai’s mountainous areas. During the Hangu security forces operation, terrorists fired mortar shells that landed in civilian areas. As a result, 6 innocent people lost their lives and 13 others sustained injuries. The attack caused panic in nearby local communities. The militants attempted to enter areas like Zarghari, Shanawari, and Naryab. They also tried to surround several border security posts. However, police, Counter Terrorism Department (CTD),…
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Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has ordered a strong crackdown on corruption in PERA, taking strict steps to improve transparency and accountability within the Punjab Enforcement and Regulatory Authority. Chairing the fourth meeting of PERA in Lahore, she directed officials to install body cameras on all personnel by June 30. She said the crackdown on corruption in PERA would not allow any compromise on public service or discipline. The chief minister ordered a detailed review of 4,000 officers and staff members. She warned that anyone found involved in illegal activities or misuse of authority would face strict punishment. She also…
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has launched major development projects in Gilgit-Baltistan, focusing on energy, education, and youth empowerment during his visit to the region. The development projects in Gilgit-Baltistan aim to improve living standards and reduce long-standing gaps in infrastructure and basic services. Speaking at a ceremony in Gilgit, the prime minister said the development projects in Gilgit-Baltistan reflect the government’s commitment to equal progress across all parts of Pakistan. He stressed that true national development is not possible without uplifting remote and mountainous regions like Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir. He inaugurated a 100-megawatt solar power project and…
Pakistan has increased diplomatic efforts to ensure the safe return of detained sailors after two vessels carrying Pakistani and Iranian crew members were reportedly stopped near Singapore. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said ongoing contacts were underway with several countries and authorities to secure the return of detained sailors and guarantee their safety. In a statement shared on X, Dar said he spoke with Singaporean Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan and requested support for the welfare and repatriation of 11 Pakistani and 20 Iranian sailors. According to Ishaq Dar, the vessels are currently near Singapore’s territorial waters after…
Trump praises Pakistan for its efforts to support peace talks between the United States and Iran amid rising tensions in the Middle East. Speaking to reporters in Washington, US President Donald Trump described Pakistan as a great country and appreciated Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and the Field Marshal for their diplomatic role. He called both leaders outstanding personalities and thanked Pakistan for helping promote dialogue during the regional crisis. Trump praises Pakistan at a time when global powers are trying to prevent further escalation in the Middle East. He said Pakistan played a positive part in encouraging communication and reducing…
Congressman Al Green has introduced a resolution in the US Congress praising Pakistan for its diplomatic efforts to promote peace during tensions involving the United States, Israel, and Iran. The resolution, presented on Wednesday, recognizes Pakistan as a neutral and dependable country working to encourage dialogue at a time when the conflict has caused heavy casualties, displacement, and economic damage across the region. Congressman Al Green said the world should acknowledge countries trying to reduce violence and support peace. He added that Pakistan’s role as a neutral partner shows that diplomacy remains the best way to prevent further destruction and…
The fighting between the US and Iran intensified again in the Gulf after both sides exchanged attacks near the Strait of Hormuz, putting a fragile ceasefire at risk and increasing fears of a wider regional war. The latest clash happened while Washington waited for Tehran’s response to a proposal aimed at ending the conflict that started after joint US-Israeli airstrikes on Iran in late February. Reports said three US Navy destroyers came under attack while moving through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important oil shipping routes. President Donald Trump claimed the American warships safely passed through…
Inter-Services Public Relations Director General Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry said Pakistan is fully prepared for future challenges while speaking during the DG ISPR Press Conference held on the first anniversary of Marka-e-Haq. Addressing the media alongside Rear Admiral Shifaat Ali Khan and Air Vice Marshal Tariq Ghazi, the military spokesperson said Pakistan had not underestimated India at any stage during the 2025 conflict. He added that Pakistan’s armed forces responded with confidence and maturity during the tense military standoff. The DG ISPR Press Conference focused on the strategic consequences of the 19-day conflict between Pakistan and India that began…
Pakistan’s real estate industry received a major boost after the Federal Constitutional Court ruled that the law imposing tax on under-construction properties was unconstitutional. With this decision, the real estate tax abolished ruling is expected to benefit builders, investors and the wider construction sector. The court, headed by Chief Justice Aminuddin Khan, announced a short verdict while hearing appeals related to Section 7E of the Income Tax Ordinance. The court rejected all petitions filed by the federal government seeking restoration of the law. Following the ruling, all actions and tax collections carried out by the Federal Board of Revenue under…
The latest round of US Iran peace talks has raised hopes for a possible end to the ongoing conflict, with President Donald Trump saying both sides are making progress toward an agreement. Speaking to reporters at the White House, Trump said discussions over the past 24 hours had been productive and suggested the conflict could end soon. He added that both countries appeared interested in reaching a deal. The war between the United States and Iran began on February 28 and has created serious concerns over regional security, global energy supplies and rising tensions in the Middle East. According to…
