Pakistani security forces eliminated 10 India-backed militants linked to Fitna al-Khwarij and Fitna al-Hindustan, while also capturing two female suicide bombers, during a pair of intelligence-based operations carried out in Balochistan’s Mastung and Surab districts over the last 48 hours, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) announced on Wednesday. The military’s media wing stated that the campaign against the Indian-sponsored terrorist networks operating under these two banners continues, with coordinated operations underway across various parts of Balochistan aimed at clearing out remaining militants and those who support them. Details of the Mastung and Surab Operations According to the statement, security personnel…
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Pakistan has formally approached the United States for a $10 billion exchange stabilisation facility, a person familiar with the matter has revealed, in a move that could offer significant relief to the country’s strained finances. This previously unreported request comes on the heels of Pakistan’s involvement in mediating discussions around the US-Iran conflict, an episode that elevated Islamabad’s standing on the world stage and fueled speculation that it might leverage the moment for economic support from Washington and other allies. Details of the Proposed US-Pakistan Financial Arrangement The proposal, submitted to US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, calls for a bilateral…
Pakistan has strongly condemned ongoing Houthi threats directed at Saudi Arabia and commercial vessels in the Red Sea, cautioning that the escalation puts regional stability and international trade at risk. Islamabad’s Foreign Office issued the condemnation on Wednesday, stating that the threats erode freedom of navigation, undermine the rules-based maritime order, and put the steady flow of global commerce in jeopardy. Foreign Office Calls Threats a Violation of International Law According to the Foreign Office, any threats aimed at commercial shipping and trade routes linked to Saudi Arabia are unacceptable and breach recognized principles of international law. The ministry further…
A district court in Islamabad has ordered the arrest of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi after he failed to appear before it despite repeated summons. Senior Civil Judge Abbas Shah of the District and Sessions Court Islamabad was hearing a case linking Sohail Afridi to allegations against state institutions, with the complaint centering on claims that his statements damaged the credibility of these bodies. When the chief minister once again skipped the hearing, the judge issued a non-bailable arrest warrant and directed authorities to produce him before the court. Court Voices Displeasure Over Repeated Absence The judge did not…
The Election Commission of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) has confirmed that the region’s general elections will be conducted in three separate phases, a move officials say is designed to keep the voting process peaceful, orderly and transparent. Under the newly released timetable, voters in Mirpur will head to the polls on July 27, followed by Muzaffarabad on August 2 and Poonch on August 10. Results for each district will be declared in stages, in line with the staggered voting dates. Why the Election Commission Chose a Phased Approach Explaining the rationale, the Chief Election Commissioner of AJK said breaking…
BANGKOK : Asia Pacific scam gangs siphoned off at least $88 billion from victims in 2025, according to a United Nations agency, as transnational crime networks continue to refine their methods faster than authorities can respond. The UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) said criminal syndicates in Southeast Asia, largely run by groups of Chinese origin, remain a global hub for cyberfraud. These networks are outrunning enforcement efforts by branching into new revenue streams, exploiting weak governance, and increasingly turning to artificial intelligence to power their operations. Losses Rival the GDP of Entire Nations According to the UNODC report,…
The Punjab government has rolled out a Rs149.9 billion public-private investment plan aimed at overhauling the province’s meat and dairy value chains, with a goal of pushing Pakistan’s livestock exports past $4 billion. The plan centers on building modern slaughterhouses, upgrading processing facilities, tightening disease control, reforming supply chains and expanding support for farmers. Documents reviewed by Wealth Pakistan describe livestock as one of the country’s most underdeveloped export sectors, one with significant room to grow if backed by the right infrastructure and policy support. Targeting a Bigger Share of Global Meat Markets At present, Pakistan’s meat exports total just…
Eight Pakistani women mountaineers have reached the summit of Khusar Gang Peak, standing at 6,040 metres, in what marks a landmark moment for women’s mountaineering in Pakistan. The climb was organised by the Alpine Club of Pakistan under its second Women’s Khusar Gang Expedition. The team brought together participants from Gilgit-Baltistan, Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan and Islamabad, representing a wide cross-section of the country in this milestone climb for female mountaineers. A Team Effort Backed by Experienced Guides Bibi Afzoon led the expedition, with seasoned high-altitude guides Ali Muhammad Sadpara, Sadiq Hussain Sadpara and Ilyas Hushe offering technical support throughout…
RAWALPINDI :Pakistan and Canada reaffirmed their intent to build on defence and security ties during a high-level meeting held Monday at the General Headquarters in Rawalpindi, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs Anita Anand met with Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces of Pakistan, for talks that touched on regional security, bilateral relations and other matters of shared interest. Regional Security Takes Center Stage During the meeting, Field Marshal Munir laid out Pakistan’s position on global peace and regional stability, underlining the need for joint efforts…
Federal Minister for Railways Muhammad Hanif Abbasi has announced a sweeping Pakistan Railways VIP culture ban, ending the practice of reserving luxury saloons and rest house rooms for top officials. Under the new policy, any citizen can now access these premium facilities by paying a standard fare, a restriction that applies even to the minister himself. Speaking to APP, Abbasi described the move as part of a broader push to modernise the railways department in a way that reflects public expectations. He said that, for the first time in the country’s history, VIP privileges within the railways have been dismantled…
