Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) February 8 rally in Swabi drew fewer attendees than expected, with insiders pointing to a funding crunch and internal disagreements as key factors. Supporters gathered to mark the first anniversary of the 2024 general elections, which the party claims were marred by rigging. Party insiders revealed only 5,000–6,000 people attended, far below projections. Empty spaces in the rally arena highlighted the shortfall. Workers from Mardan, Peshawar, and Malakand regions participated in smaller numbers than anticipated. The financial constraints stemmed from lawmakers’ inability to arrange transport for supporters. Provincial assembly members and ministers reportedly lacked funds to bus workers to the event.…
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Former Prime Minister Imran Khan has written a second letter to Army Chief General Asim Munir. The Imran Khan letter expresses his concerns about prison conditions, judicial interference, and Pakistan’s economic troubles. The PTI founder claims that his imprisonment has been unjust and politically motivated. In the letter, Imran Khan states that he wrote with “good intentions for the country’s progress.” He alleges that since his detention, he has faced severe restrictions. He claims he was placed on death row, denied exercise facilities, television, and newspapers. He further complains about being locked up for 40 hours straight and facing extreme…
Pakistani security forces killed an Afghan national accused of cross-border terrorism during a targeted raid in North Waziristan’s Datta Khel area on February 6. The military’s media division, ISPR, identified the suspect as Luqman Khan, alias Nusrat, from Afghanistan’s Khost province. Authorities confirmed contact with Kabul’s interim government to repatriate his remains. The ISPR called the incident “irrefutable proof” of Afghan nationals’ involvement in cross-border terrorism. It urged Kabul to prevent its soil from being used for transnational threats against Pakistan. Rising Tensions Over Border Security The operation follows escalating concerns about militants using Afghan territory to launch attacks. Last…
Islamabad: Fourteen-year-old Zunaira Qayyum has been appointed as UNICEF’s Youth Advocate for Climate Action and Girls’ Empowerment. Her selection was announced at the “Breathe Pakistan Climate Conference” in recognition of her efforts to promote environmental awareness and child rights. Hailing from Balochistan, Zunaira has represented Pakistan’s youth on various platforms, including COP 29. Her research on the effects of climate change-induced floods on girls’ secondary education in Hub, Balochistan, earned her a spot among the winners of UNICEF’s Policy Research Challenge in 2023. Zunaira is deeply committed to climate action. She has trained adolescents in Hub using UNICEF’s Youth Advocacy…
Terrorists launched another assault on the Fatah Khel police post in Bannu, marking the second attack within 48 hours. Two police officers embraced martyrdom in the latest ambush. According to police officials, the attackers stormed the checkpoint and managed to flee after the assault. The Bannu district police officer (DPO) confirmed that the same post had come under fire the previous night. However, security personnel successfully repelled that attack with swift retaliation, forcing the militants to escape. Following the fresh wave of terror attacks, authorities have intensified security in the region. A large-scale search operation is underway to track down…
A Pakistan Army soldier was martyred, and 12 militants were killed during an intelligence-based North Waziristan operation, the military’s media wing reported on Thursday. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), security forces launched the operation in Hassan Khel after receiving reports about the presence of extremists in the area. During the North Waziristan operation, troops engaged the militants effectively. As a result, 12 terrorists were neutralized. However, during the intense exchange of fire, Lance Naik Muhammad Ibrahim, 34, a brave soldier from District Hangu, lost his life while fighting valiantly. The ISPR stated that weapons and ammunition were recovered…
Pakistan’s economy is showing signs of stability, with significant improvements in key financial indicators, according to Fitch Ratings. The agency highlighted Pakistan’s progress in economic reforms, crucial for securing future reviews under the International Monetary Fund (IMF) program. Multilateral and bilateral financial support will also depend on these ongoing changes. The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) reduced the policy rate to 12% on January 27, reflecting progress in controlling inflation. Consumer prices dropped to just over 2% year-on-year in January 2025. In contrast, inflation averaged nearly 24% during the fiscal year ending in June 2024. Fitch noted that this sharp…
Residents near the Afghanistan-Pakistan border in Bahram Chah district of Afghanistan have been ordered to leave their homes. This alarming directive comes from none other than the Afghan Taliban. Local sources say the extremist group warned people about possible clashes with Pakistani border guards. These warnings were not empty threats. Sporadic fighting has already erupted over the past two days. The Taliban, known for its brutal tactics, is now digging in deeper. Both sides have fortified their positions along the contested border. A resident revealed that Taliban fighters urged locals to evacuate. Their reason? To avoid civilian casualties during heavy…
Anita Karim grew up in the rugged northern region of Pakistan, where she learned to fight by sparring with her three older brothers. They never held back, and those tough experiences shaped her into a skilled combatant. Today, she is Pakistan’s leading female fighter in Mixed Martial Arts (MMA), a sport that combines Thai kickboxing, Japanese judo, and wrestling. “In my village, people support women fighters,” Karim told AFP. “But when I started MMA, no one knew about this sport. They said it was only for men and that women couldn’t do it.” At 28, Karim has proven them wrong.…
A brutal act of terrorism targeted the Bahadur Khel police post in Karak, resulting in the martyrdom of two police officers and injuries to six others. Local authorities confirmed the devastating incident. Following the terrorism-related assault, additional police units rushed to the scene. A large-scale search operation is now in progress to locate the terrorists responsible for the attack. Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi expressed profound grief over the tragedy. He offered heartfelt condolences to the families of the martyred officers. Naqvi praised the bravery of the officers who laid down their lives in the fight against terrorism. He reiterated…
