An Indian ship attacked near Omani coast has triggered a serious diplomatic dispute between India and the United States, with New Delhi blaming Washington for the incident involving the merchant vessel Sete Bello. The incident took place near the coast of Oman in the Gulf of Oman, where the Indian authorities say the vessel caught fire after being struck. The attack forced emergency rescue operations as flames spread through parts of the ship. According to Indian officials, rescue teams managed to evacuate 20 crew members safely. However, three crew members remain missing, and officials fear they may have died in…
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Federal Minister for Law and Justice Azam Nazeer Tarar on Wednesday said the Kashmir cause must be protected and warned that certain foreign elements are trying to undermine it. Speaking in the National Assembly, Tarar said it was not possible to abolish the refugee seats in the Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) Legislative Assembly, arguing that such a move would weaken the Kashmir cause and its historical significance. He said Pakistan continues to support the people of Azad Kashmir through subsidized electricity and flour. According to the minister, electricity is being provided at Rs3 per unit, while flour is available…
The US-Iran War intensified on Thursday as the United States and Iran exchanged fresh attacks for a second consecutive day, raising fears that a fragile ceasefire could collapse completely. President Donald Trump warned that Washington would launch additional strikes if Tehran failed to immediately agree to a peace deal. The latest escalation follows the downing of a US Apache helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz earlier this week. The incident triggered a new round of military action between the two sides and increased tensions across the Middle East. According to the US military, its latest operation targeted Iranian military surveillance…
A Pakistan Army Mi-17 helicopter crashed near Muzaffarabad on Wednesday after a technical fault occurred during take-off, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). The ISPR said the Mi-17 helicopter developed a technical issue as it was lifting off, leading to the tragic accident. All personnel on board were martyred, and there were no survivors. Rescue and recovery teams reached the crash site shortly after the incident and began search and recovery operations. The military’s media wing said a board of inquiry has been ordered to determine the exact cause of the technical fault that led to the crash. Chief…
Mohsin Naqvi pays tribute to FC martyrs after the killing of six Frontier Constabulary personnel in a clash with militants in the Hassan Khel area of Peshawar. The soldiers were martyred while bravely confronting armed militants in a security operation. The funeral prayers for the fallen personnel were held at the Frontier Constabulary headquarters in Peshawar, where senior officials and a large number of security personnel gathered to honor their sacrifice. The martyrs were identified as Naik Amir, Lance Naik Muhammad Yousaf, Lance Naik Muhammad Riaz, Sepoy Ajmeer, Ehsan, and Riaz. Talal Chaudhry also attended the funeral and joined in…
Pakistan’s economic growth under SIFC is moving in a new direction as ongoing reforms and policy coordination begin to show results, according to experts. The Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) has played a key role in creating a more coordinated environment across different sectors, helping to support economic reforms and improve decision-making processes. Economist Professor Dr. Naveed said that SIFC has strengthened policy alignment between institutions and encouraged practical reforms in the economy. He noted that this coordination is helping Pakistan move toward a more structured economic roadmap. He highlighted Panda Bonds as one of the major recent achievements, saying…
Four former members of a banned Joint Action Committee have announced their complete disassociation from the group, marking a clear breakaway from the banned action committee amid growing internal differences. Former member Ahsan Shabbir Shani said he decided to leave the group after recent violent incidents, adding that he no longer agrees with the decisions of its leadership. Another former member Mohsin Khalil confirmed that he is no longer part of the committee and urged people from Khari, Mangla, and Mirpur not to associate themselves with the group. Shabir Nighialvi also announced his resignation, saying their original purpose was to…
A Murree accident in which 10 tourists were killed took place on the Murree Expressway near Khajot when a passenger van crashed and caught fire, officials said on Wednesday. According to Deputy Commissioner Murree Agha Zaheer Abbas Shirazi, the van was carrying 23 passengers from Multan who had left for Murree around 2 am. The vehicle reportedly hit a roadside barrier due to overspeeding, after which a fire broke out in the engine and the sliding door jammed. The incident occurred on the Murree Expressway at Khajot, where emergency teams rushed to the scene soon after the crash. Motorway Police…
The banned Joint Action Committee’s anti-people agenda has come under fresh criticism following the circulation of a video that allegedly shows one of the group’s leaders discouraging parents in Azad Kashmir from sending their children to school. Critics say the remarks have exposed what they describe as an agenda that works against public welfare and social development. They argue that encouraging families to keep children away from education undermines the future of young people and harms the region’s progress. According to the video circulating on social media, a leader identified as Aman can be heard questioning the value of sending…
Information Minister Attaullah Tarar said on Wednesday that Pakistani forces killed 26 militants in precise strikes along the border with Afghanistan, targeting hideouts and safe havens linked to recent terrorist attacks in the country. In a statement posted on X, Tarar said the operation was launched after a series of attacks, including the assault on a Federal Constabulary post in Musa Dara on June 9, 2026, vehicle-borne suicide attacks on a military post in North Waziristan on June 2, and an attack on a police station in Bannu on May 9. The strikes came a day after terrorists attacked a…
