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…
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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…
PESHAWAR : The toll from KP rain-related deaths has climbed to 12 over the past 24 hours, with another 15 people injured as heavy downpours and flash floods triggered roof and wall collapses across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) said the fatalities included six men, five children and one woman. Among the injured were eight men, two women and five children, the authority added. Homes Destroyed as Flooding Spreads Across Districts Fourteen houses were damaged in the latest spell of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa flash floods, according to PDMA figures. Of these, 13 were partially damaged while one was…
Iran’s Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni landed in Pakistan on Monday at the head of a senior delegation, kicking off a visit centered on strengthening ties between the two neighbouring states. His Pakistani counterpart, Mohsin Naqvi, greeted him personally as part of an official welcome ceremony in Islamabad. The reception underscored the warmth that continues to define Iran Pakistan relations. Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry took part in the proceedings by presenting flowers to the visiting minister, and Iran’s Ambassador to Pakistan, Reza Amiri Moghadam, joined the gathering as well. A Warm Welcome, A Shared Agenda Speaking during the…
US Iran strikes Strait of Hormuz entered a ninth straight day on Monday, with tensions climbing further after Iran reported that two oil tankers had exploded and been left disabled near the strategic waterway. The escalation has renewed fears over the safety of one of the world’s busiest energy shipping corridors. Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said Monday it had launched ballistic missiles at American aircraft based at Jordan’s Aqaba airport, along with strikes on US military assets in Kuwait, at both Al-Adiri camp and Ali Al Salem Air Base, as well as targets in Syria. Bahrain’s interior ministry reported…
An Iranian Interior Minister Pakistan visit is reportedly in the works, with Eskandar Momeni set to travel to Islamabad at the invitation of his Pakistani counterpart, Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi. Sources familiar with the arrangement said the trip is being planned as part of ongoing engagement between the two neighboring countries. According to those sources, Momeni’s schedule during the visit is expected to include key meetings with Naqvi as well as sit-downs with senior members of Pakistan’s leadership. The talks are likely to center on strengthening bilateral ties, coordinating on border security, and addressing other issues of shared concern…
