ISLAMABAD: A security forces operation in Panjgur led to the killing of six militants linked to the India-sponsored group Fitna al-Hindustan during an intelligence-based operation in Balochistan, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Friday. According to the military’s media wing, security personnel launched the operation after receiving reports about the presence of militants in the Panjgur district. During the operation, troops engaged several militant hideouts and, after an intense exchange of fire, killed six militants. The ISPR said security forces also recovered weapons, ammunition, improvised explosive devices (IEDs), and vehicles from the militants. The statement added that those killed…
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Vladimir Putin has dismissed claims that Pakistan is under the influence or direct control of China, saying Islamabad remains an independent and large country with diverse international relations. Speaking at a press briefing in Moscow with heads of major international news agencies, Vladimir Putin addressed concerns raised by an Indian journalist regarding Pakistan’s growing ties with China. He firmly rejected the idea that Pakistan acts as a proxy of Beijing. He said Pakistan maintains multifaceted relations with several countries and should not be viewed through a narrow geopolitical lens. According to Vladimir Putin, cooperation between Pakistan and China does not…
The Gilgit-Baltistan election campaign 2026 will officially end at midnight on Friday, marking the close of weeks of political activity ahead of the general elections scheduled for June 7. Political parties are holding final rallies across key constituencies as they make their last efforts to mobilize voters before campaigning stops. In constituency GBA-1, the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) will hold a major public gathering at the Aga Khan Shahi Polo Ground. The event will be addressed by PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari and First Lady Aseefa Bhutto Zardari. In another major activity, the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) is set to…
The India Pakistan water dispute has intensified after Pakistan raised serious concerns over India’s proposed Chenab Up-Link Tunnel project, urging international intervention to ensure compliance with water-sharing agreements. In a statement, the Foreign Office spokesperson said diverting water from the Chenab River into another river system would be a clear violation of the Indus Waters Treaty. The spokesperson added that such actions also go against the Vienna Convention on the Law of Treaties and established international water laws. Pakistan also expressed concern over India’s reported plans to increase the storage capacity of the Salal Dam. According to the Foreign Office,…
Security forces killed four terrorists in KP during two separate intelligence-based operations conducted in Dera Ismail Khan and Mohmand districts, according to a statement issued by the military’s media wing on Thursday. The operations took place during the night of June 3 and 4 after reports about the presence of militants in the two districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. According to the statement, security forces launched an intelligence-based operation in Dera Ismail Khan and engaged militants at their location. After an intense exchange of fire, two terrorists were killed. In a separate operation in Mohmand district, security personnel carried out another…
Pakistan won the Pakistan vs Australia ODI series 2-1 after defeating Australia by four wickets in the third and final match at Gaddafi Stadium on Thursday. The victory marked Pakistan’s third consecutive ODI win over the six-time world champions and sealed a hard-earned series triumph on home soil. Chasing a modest target of 158, Pakistan made an uncertain start when opener Sahibzada Farhan fell for six in the third over. Maaz Sadaqat then played an aggressive knock of 27 from 26 balls, including five boundaries, before Matthew Short trapped him lbw. After the early setbacks, Babar Azam anchored the innings…
NUML delegation visits Khyber Network Islamabad as part of an academic engagement aimed at exploring collaboration opportunities under the KAMTECH initiative. The visit focused on strengthening ties between media education and industry-based training. A delegation from the Department of Media and Communication Studies, National University of Modern Languages (NUML), visited the Khyber Network Head Office in Islamabad. The visit included a detailed briefing on KAMTECH (Khyber Academy for Media Technologies) and its vision for media education reform in Pakistan. The NUML delegation included Dr. Ayesha Siddiqua (Media Education Strategist / Head of Department, Media and Communication Studies), Mr. Babar Iqbal…
Punjab’s Punjab Green Tractor Scheme is showing early positive results as the provincial government expands agricultural reforms aimed at modernising farming and supporting farmers with advanced machinery. The programme is part of a broader push toward farm mechanisation in Punjab, where authorities are introducing Green Tractors, combined harvesters, and Super Seeders to improve productivity and reduce manual labour in agriculture. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, subsidies of Rs1 million are being provided on 9,500 high-power tractors. In addition, 10,000 tractors in the 50 to 65 horsepower range are being distributed with a subsidy of Rs500,000 per…
The US House of Representatives voted on Wednesday to halt U.S. military action against Iran, marking a major political challenge to President Donald Trump and his war strategy. The vote passed 215-208. The resolution signals growing resistance in Congress to the ongoing conflict, which has now stretched over three months and reshaped political debate in Washington. House Speaker Mike Johnson had previously tried to delay the vote, but opposition to the war continued to grow among lawmakers from both parties. Democratic lawmaker Gregory Meeks, who led support for the resolution, said the conflict has placed heavy pressure on American families.…
Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari on Wednesday urged the federal government to accelerate work on the Diamer-Bhasha Dam, calling it a national priority and a key requirement for the country’s future. Addressing an election rally in Diamer, he said the dam is not only the right of the local population but also essential for Pakistan’s long-term water and energy needs. He strongly criticised India, accusing the government of Prime Minister Narendra Modi of using water as a political tool and violating the Indus Waters Treaty. Bilawal said no project is more important than the Diamer-Bhasha Dam and urged…
