Pakistani security forces successfully eliminated 11 militants in four separate operations across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The military’s media wing, Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), confirmed these engagements took place between March 26 and 27. According to ISPR, an intelligence-based operation was launched in the Mir Ali area of North Waziristan district. Security forces targeted a terrorist hideout, killing five militants on the spot. In another operation in the same region, three more terrorists were neutralized by troops. Meanwhile, in Miran Shah, another terrorist attack led to a confrontation with security forces. Soldiers swiftly responded, eliminating two militants in the encounter. The fourth…
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Peshawar: A heartwarming initiative has brought joy to 230 orphan children as they independently shop for their Eid gifts. The effort, sponsored by Khud Mukhtar SAWI and Al-Khidmat Foundation Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK), aims to ensure that these children experience the festive spirit of Eid with dignity and happiness. The event is managed and organized by E-Vamp, an Islamabad-based event management and media production company. E-Vamp specializes in supporting mission-driven initiatives, collaborating with organizations, brands, and thought leaders to promote impactful causes. Khud Mukhtar SAWI, a humanitarian organization, has been actively working in disaster-affected and conflict-hit areas for over two decades.…
The Pakistani government has decided not to extend the March 31 deadline for the expulsion of illegal Afghan immigrants. This decision was made during a high-level meeting at the interior ministry. Officials confirmed that the deadline would be strictly enforced. Islamabad had previously rejected Afghanistan’s request to extend the stay of Afghan nationals residing illegally in Islamabad and Rawalpindi. Meanwhile, the government has instructed Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s authorities to submit records of Afghan students by March 27. This data will be used to update the Foreign National Security Cell’s system, which tracks foreign residents. The crackdown on illegal Afghan immigrants is…
A devastating Quetta blast struck Double Road, killing three people and injuring 21 others. The explosion targeted a police van on routine patrol, severely wounding officers inside. Among the injured were security personnel, shopkeepers, and bystanders caught in the attack. Dr. Ayesha Faiz, the Police Surgeon, confirmed that three victims had lost their lives. Dr. Abdul Hadi, the Medical Superintendent of Sandeman Hospital, reported that four injured individuals remain in critical condition. Emergency treatment is being provided to all victims, according to Dr. Arbab Kamran, the Trauma Centre’s Managing Director. Following the Quetta explosion, authorities declared an emergency at Sandeman…
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has finalized a comprehensive counterterrorism plan to strengthen the civil administration’s role in tackling security threats. The initiative focuses on seven key areas, including security operations, governance reforms, legal improvements, and public awareness campaigns. Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur chaired a high-level meeting where officials approved the plan. The move comes as Khyber Pakhtunkhwa remains the hardest-hit province in recent terrorist incidents. According to data from the Pakistan Institute for Conflict and Security Studies (PICSS), militants carried out 27 attacks in settled districts, killing 19 people, including 11 security personnel. In tribal districts, 19 attacks left…
Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have reached a staff-level agreement under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF), securing a $1 billion tranche. The deal, which is subject to board approval, also includes a $1.3 billion package under the Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF). This brings the total financial support from the IMF to $2.3 billion. In a statement released on Wednesday, the IMF acknowledged Pakistan’s efforts in stabilizing its economy despite global challenges. The Fund noted improvements in fiscal management, a decline in inflation, and stability in external balances. However, it warned that Pakistan still faces risks due to…
Pakistan has been ranked safer than both India and the United States in Numbeo’s 2025 list of the world’s safest countries. The latest safety index places Pakistan at 65th, ahead of India at 66th and the U.S. at 89th. The rankings, based on crime data and personal safety perceptions, highlight Pakistan’s improved security situation. Andorra, a small European nation, claimed the top spot with a safety score of 84.7. The United Arab Emirates followed with 84.5, while Qatar secured third place with 84.2. Taiwan (82.9) and Oman (81.7) completed the top five. The index was compiled using survey responses from…
The funeral prayer for the mother of Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir was held at Race Course Ground in Rawalpindi. The Army Chief himself led the prayer. Senior government officials and political leaders attended the ceremony to express their condolences. President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and PML-N President Nawaz Sharif were present. Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah, Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti, and Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi also participated. In addition, Senate Chairman Syed Yousuf Raza Gillani and National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq attended the funeral prayer. Former army chiefs, including General (retd)…
A top commander of the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), Saeed, was shot dead in an operation by the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) and police in Hangu. His accomplice managed to escape, prompting a search operation in the area. According to officials, security forces launched the raid in Hangu’s Shanaori area after receiving intelligence about the presence of militants. A fierce gun battle erupted between the forces and the terrorists. During the exchange of fire, the TTP commander was neutralized, while another terrorist fled the scene. Authorities confirmed that the slain militant was involved in several attacks, including the killing of policeman…
Newly obtained documents highlight a significant KP police salary disparity compared to other provinces, exposing a substantial difference in the pay structure of law enforcement personnel. The records reveal that police officers in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa earn far less than their counterparts in Balochistan, Punjab, and Sindh. According to the documents, the Inspector General (IG) of Balochistan receives Rs369,498 more per month than the IG of KP. Similarly, a Superintendent of Police (SP) in Balochistan earns Rs221,196 more than an SP in KP. The salary gap extends to other ranks as well, with Senior Superintendents of Police (SSP) and Additional Inspectors…
