WANA: The Waziristan Peace Festival 2026 is continuing successfully across South Waziristan, with strong participation from local youth and communities. Organized with the support of Frontier Corps Khyber Pakhtunkhwa South, the festival began on June 12 and will continue until July 10. The event aims to promote peace, unity, brotherhood, and positive engagement among young people in the region. More than 200 teams are taking part in sports competitions at 23 locations across Waziristan. The large turnout reflects the enthusiasm of local youth and their commitment to spreading a message of peace and cooperation. The festival is part of ongoing…
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PTI leaders sentenced in May 9 case by an anti-terrorism court in Lahore on Saturday, in a major development linked to the 2023 unrest and the burning of police vehicles. The verdict was announced by Anti-Terrorism Court Judge Manzar Ali Gul inside Kot Lakhpat Jail, Lahore, where the accused were already in custody. The case involved senior members of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf and related to violent incidents during the May 9, 2023 protests. The court sentenced four senior PTI figures to 10 years in prison. Those convicted include Dr Yasmin Rashid, Omar Sarfraz Cheema, Mahmood ur Rashid, and Ejaz Chaudhry. At…
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has praised Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts in supporting the successful completion of the Iran–United States peace agreement, calling it a significant step forward for regional stability. In a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Mohammed bin Salman congratulated Pakistan on its role in the agreement and acknowledged the efforts of Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, describing them as an important contribution to the breakthrough. During the call, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif also congratulated the Saudi leadership on the historic Islamabad Peace Agreement and thanked Saudi Arabia for its consistent support for Pakistan’s peace initiatives.…
A transport fare update across Pakistan has brought relief to passengers as intercity bus ticket prices have been reduced following a decline in petroleum product prices. Transport authorities have revised fares on several major routes, including Karachi, Hyderabad, Multan, Abbottabad, and Dera Ismail Khan. The new rates aim to pass on the benefit of lower fuel prices directly to commuters. According to an official notification, the fare for travel to Karachi has been reduced from Rs5,060 to Rs4,150, marking a decrease of Rs910. The Karachi to Hyderabad route has also seen a significant cut, with fares dropping from Rs4,720 to…
The KP Budget 2026-27 was presented in the provincial assembly in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, outlining a total outlay of Rs2.122 trillion along with a projected deficit and major allocations for development, salaries, and social welfare. Chief Minister Muhammad Sohail Afridi presented the budget in Peshawar, saying the financial plan has been designed to support economic stability while expanding public services across the province. The budget estimates total expenditure at Rs2.17 trillion against expected revenue of Rs2.122 trillion, creating a deficit of Rs48 billion. Officials said the fiscal framework is based on federal transfers and provincial revenue projections. A major part of…
Pakistan urges UN action on Gaza as the humanitarian situation in the Palestinian territory continues to deteriorate, with civilians facing severe hardships, hunger, and limited access to basic services. Speaking during an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council in New York, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Asim Iftikhar Ahmed, called for immediate measures to ease the suffering of civilians and address the worsening crisis. He said repeated violations of ceasefire agreements have intensified the challenges faced by people in Gaza. According to the Pakistani envoy, hundreds of thousands of residents are experiencing hunger and food insecurity, while…
Gilgit-Baltistan election results announced by the Election Commission of Gilgit-Baltistan (ECGB) show the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) emerging as the largest party in the regional assembly. The ECGB issued notifications for successful candidates in 21 of the 24 constituencies on Friday. According to the official results, PPP secured nine seats, while the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) won six seats. The Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party (IPP) obtained four seats, Majlis Wahdat-e-Muslimeen (MWM) secured one seat, and an independent candidate won one constituency. The commission said results for GBA-9 Skardu-3, GBA-15 Diamer-1, and GBA-17 Diamer-3 will be announced later. According to the notified results,…
Twin explosions in Bannu left at least seven people dead and three others injured on Saturday in the Merka Bera area, according to District Police Officer Yasir Afridi. The first blast occurred when a roadside explosive device detonated near a passenger van traveling from Hathi Khel village to Bannu. Five passengers were killed in the explosion. A second blast took place shortly afterward at the same location. Two people who had joined rescue efforts after the first explosion lost their lives in the second attack. A vehicle was also damaged, while three people suffered injuries. Rescue teams shifted the bodies…
Trump’s envoy and Iranian FM Araghchi are expected to meet in Switzerland as diplomatic efforts gain momentum following a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon. According to Axios, US envoy Steve Witkoff and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi are traveling to Switzerland for talks aimed at turning a temporary agreement between Washington and Tehran into a broader and more durable regional deal. The development comes after Israel and Hezbollah agreed to a ceasefire on Friday, easing concerns that escalating violence in Lebanon could derail ongoing negotiations between the United States and Iran. The talks are considered important for regional…
Pakistan emerges as global peacemaker after playing a central role in ending more than 100 days of conflict between the United States and Iran and bringing both sides to the negotiating table in Islamabad. The development has sparked an important debate: what has Pakistan gained from its diplomatic efforts, and what benefits could follow in the future? The answer began to take shape when the United States and Iran signed the Islamabad Memorandum, a landmark agreement aimed at resolving long-standing disputes through dialogue. US President Donald Trump signed the document from Paris, while Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian signed it in…
