ISLAMABAD: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur has reignited the debate on the Kalabagh Dam, saying that Pakistan’s unity must not be compromised in the name of provincialism. He stressed that such national projects require full consensus and must serve the broader interest of the country. Speaking to reporters, Gandapur underlined the need to address all reservations before moving forward. “Everyone must be satisfied. These projects should be for our children, our generations, and Pakistan,” he said. His strong defense of the Kalabagh Dam has raised the question of whether PTI’s central leadership will extend full support to his…
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Afghanistan vs UAE produced thrilling cricket at Sharjah on Monday night, where Afghanistan sealed a 38-run win in the Tri-Series. The clash was marked by disciplined spin bowling and reliable batting from the Afghan top order. Afghanistan batted first and posted 188 for 4. Ibrahim Zadran struck a fluent 63 from 40 balls. His partner Sediqullah Atal added 54 from 40, and the duo stitched a steady stand that anchored the innings. Azmatullah Omarzai and Karim Janat then provided quick runs at the death to push the total close to 190. Chasing 189, UAE could only reach 150 for 8…
LAHORE: The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has issued a fresh warning about extremely dangerous Punjab floods in the Ravi, Sutlej, and Chenab rivers, expected to persist until September 5. A high-level flood is already present at Ganda Singh Wala. Officials fear the situation will worsen as more rains are forecast in the upper catchment areas until September 3. This has also raised the threat of urban flooding in Lahore, Gujranwala, and Gujarat. Chenab River wreaks havoc The Chenab River has continued to cause devastation across Punjab. After flooding hundreds of settlements, the raging waters have now reached Jhang, submerging…
BUNER: Continuous heavy rainfall has unleashed destructive Buner floods, submerging low-lying areas, damaging standing crops, and forcing families to flee their homes. Rivers and canals overflowed as torrential rains battered the district, turning the situation into a major emergency. Announcements from mosques urged residents to move to higher ground. Despite the warnings, floodwaters entered dozens of houses and even swept into Pir Baba Bazaar, creating scenes of chaos and fear. Deputy Commissioner Kashif Qayyum confirmed that a high alert has been declared across Buner. Rescue teams have been dispatched to vulnerable areas. Safe shelters have been identified where displaced families…
BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday reaffirmed their resolve to strengthen the China Pakistan partnership, describing it as vital for regional stability and future development. The meeting in Beijing was attended by a high-level Pakistani delegation. Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir, Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, and Information Minister Atta Tarar joined the prime minister. Xi on cooperation and stability President Xi stressed that the world is going through “changes unseen in a century.” In such a moment, a stronger China Pakistan partnership is essential…
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has once again chosen confrontation over representation, announcing a complete PTI boycott of National Assembly (NA) sessions. The move comes after the party already submitted resignations from several parliamentary committees. Following the directives of PTI founder Imran Khan, the lawmakers will now abandon parliamentary debates and instead gather outside the Parliament House for what they call informal proceedings. Critics see this assembly boycott as a direct insult to the voters who elected them to represent their voices inside the House. This new step was triggered after a series of disqualifications of PTI lawmakers. Former opposition…
Lakki Marwat attack left two police personnel martyred when unidentified gunmen opened fire on them in Machan Khel Adda. According to police, the incident occurred when the officers were traveling from Bego Khel village to report for duty. The assailants ambushed them on the way, resulting in their martyrdom on the spot. A police spokesperson confirmed that the attackers fled immediately after the Lakki Marwat attack. The bodies of the martyred policemen were shifted to the city hospital. Security forces have launched a search operation in the area following the Lakki Marwat attack. Authorities have vowed to bring the perpetrators…
A Pakistan Army helicopter crash near Chilas on Monday morning claimed the lives of five military personnel, including the pilot and crew, according to Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). The MI-17 helicopter was on a routine training mission when it developed a technical fault. ISPR said the incident occurred around 10am as the chopper crash-landed in the mountainous region near Chilas. All five soldiers on board embraced martyrdom in the tragic helicopter crash. According to the statement, the accident took place in Hador village, located 12km from Thakdas cantonment. Identities of the Martyrs The ISPR confirmed the names of the brave…
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, while addressing the SCO Summit in Tianjin, issued a strong warning about foreign involvement in terrorist attacks across Pakistan. He pointed to undeniable evidence linking external forces to violence in Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, including the deadly attack on Jaffar Express. The premier stressed that terrorism and extremism are not confined to one nation. He said they threaten the entire region and must be addressed collectively. Shehbaz Sharif urged the global community to hold both the perpetrators and their facilitators accountable. Foreign Involvement in Pakistan Terror Attacks Shehbaz Sharif told the Shanghai Cooperation Organization meeting that…
PESHAWAR: An illegal timber scam worth Rs1.7 billion has rocked Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, exposing deep-rooted corruption and negligence within the PTI-led provincial government. The Forestry Planning and Monitoring Circle (FP&MC) confirmed that 2.3 million cubic feet of timber was seized during inspections. The report revealed that as many as 140 officers and officials were directly involved in the illegal timber scam. Charge sheets have already been prepared, and show-cause notices approved. Several cases are being referred to the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) and the Anti-Corruption Department for further action. The seized wood, collected mainly from Battagram’s Allai tehsil and surrounding regions,…
