Authorities have sounded a serious warning of flood risk in Punjab as major rivers, including Chenab, Ravi and Sutlej, continue to swell. The situation is expected to intensify over the next 48 hours, prompting urgent response measures. Rescue teams, the Pakistan Army, and Rangers have been deployed to speed up evacuation efforts. According to the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA), the Sutlej River at Ganda Singhwala has surged to 195,000 cusecs, creating a very high flood threat. At Head Sulemanki, water inflow has touched 144,000 cusecs with an outflow of 98,000 cusecs. Meanwhile, the Ravi River at Jasar is currently…
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Islamabad: The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) and the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) have launched a decisive crackdown against one of Pakistan’s largest money laundering and hundi/hawala networks, allegedly linked to Bahria Town’s top leadership. According to official documents, the joint investigation team of FIA’s Commercial Banking Circle and Anti-Money Laundering Circle uncovered extensive evidence of illegal transactions, front companies, and unregistered assets connected to Malik Riaz, his son Ali Riaz, and several senior Bahria Town executives. Key Developments FIA has registered 17 FIRs related to illegal hundi/hawala and money laundering activities. At least 13 individuals have been arrested, including operators who…
In Paktika province, the Afghan Taliban have once again exposed their duplicity. Local Taliban officials openly escorted the bodies of several slain Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants in official vehicles. The bodies were taken to Barmal district for burial, revealing the close ties between the Taliban and the TTP. This act tears apart the Taliban’s false claims that TTP fighters do not operate from Afghan soil. Their actions prove that Afghanistan has become a sanctuary for militants despite repeated denials. By honoring TTP traitors who shed Pakistani blood, the Taliban have unmasked their double game before the world. Most importantly, this…
Three Swat athletes have written a new chapter in Pakistan’s sporting history by winning four medals at the MBW International Taekwondo Championship 2025 in Malaysia. The global event featured more than 4,200 participants from 32 countries, yet the young champions from Swat raised Pakistan’s flag high with their remarkable victories. Among them, Ayesha Ayaz stood out once again. Known as Pakistan’s youngest taekwondo star, she proved her class by earning both a gold medal and a bronze medal. Since childhood, Ayesha has been a symbol of talent and determination, representing Pakistan on international platforms and motivating young girls to break…
Five terrorists were killed in an Upper Dir operation carried out jointly by the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police and the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD). The clash also claimed the life of a civilian, while eight policemen sustained injuries. District Police Officer Upper Dir confirmed that the intelligence-based action was launched in Dobando Dara, Barikot, Salamkot, and Hatan Darra. Heavy gunfire erupted between security forces and militants, continuing until late Monday night. Officials stated that the terrorists involved in the Upper Dir operation were linked to the August 14 assault on a police van in Panahkot. That earlier attack left three policemen…
A deadly Hangu terrorist attack targeted a Frontier Constabulary (FC) fort in the Torawari area within the Doaba police station limits. The assault claimed the lives of two FC personnel and left 17 others injured. District Police Officer (DPO) Hangu Khalid Khan confirmed the incident and said that FC troops, along with police, retaliated with full force. In the counter-assault, five militants, including a local facilitator, were killed on the spot. According to the DPO, the joint police and FC operation against the armed group is still in progress. He stressed that the security forces will continue until every possible…
China has once again underlined the strength of Pakistan–China relations, calling the Pakistani Army a vital pillar of regional peace and a trusted guardian of the friendship between the two countries. The statement came after a meeting on August 21 between Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir. The Chinese Foreign Ministry issued a note praising the Pakistani military’s role in cementing strategic ties. “The Pakistani Army is a pillar of national stability and a strong guardian of Pakistan–China friendship and cooperation,” the statement declared. It added that Pakistan’s armed forces have…
The gold blocks auction in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has sparked major controversy after the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) raised strong objections. NAB has warned that the flawed process has caused losses of trillions to the province and exposed widespread corruption during gold exploration along the Indus and Kabul rivers. According to official provincial documents, NAB claims leaseholders are openly subletting contracts and charging between Rs500,000 and Rs700,000 per excavator every week. Their weekly earnings are estimated at Rs750 million to Rs1 billion. This translates into trillions of rupees, while the government collects only a fraction of the revenue. Chief Minister Ali…
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has embarked on an official trip to Dhaka, marking a major breakthrough in Pakistan-Bangladesh relations. His departure on Saturday makes him the first Pakistani foreign minister to visit Bangladesh in 13 years. According to the Foreign Office, the visit is a milestone. Officials said a gap of more than a decade has finally been bridged, opening a fresh chapter in diplomacy between the two nations. During his two-day stay in Dhaka, from August 23 to 24, Ishaq Dar will hold high-level talks. He is scheduled to meet Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus…
The Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) of Sindh has exposed a major RAW network in Sindh, confirming its direct involvement in targeted killings. Officials disclosed on Saturday that the Indian intelligence group was behind the murder of a citizen in Matli, Badin, on May 18, 2025. Additional IG CTD Sindh Azad Khan, along with the DIG, briefed journalists about the breakthrough. They confirmed that several suspects had been arrested, with solid evidence proving links to India’s agency RAW. Investigators revealed that the mastermind of this plot was Sanjay Sanjeev Kumar, alias Fauji. He is believed to be an Indian agent currently…
