Parachinar and over a hundred nearby villages are experiencing a severe humanitarian crisis as blocked roads have cut off all supplies. Around 500,000 residents remain stranded, with increasing cases of starvation reported in the region. Last night, 25 trucks carrying food supplies reached Parachinar. However, the limited stock caused long queues as desperate residents tried to purchase essential groceries. Despite the arrival of supplies, prices were shockingly high. Tomatoes were sold at Rs700 per kilogram, while cauliflower, ridge gourd, and onions were priced at Rs500 per kilogram. Green chilies were available for Rs800, and arvi cost Rs500 per kilogram. Residents…
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The World Bank has taken a historic step by approving its first-ever 10-year Country Partnership Framework (CPF) for Pakistan. This groundbreaking initiative has been backed by 19 out of 24 directors on the Board. With this framework, the World Bank has pledged $20 billion, making it the largest financial commitment to Pakistan in history. Around 75% of the funding will be channeled through the International Development Association (IDA), while the remainder will come from the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD). The Country Partnership Framework focuses on six critical development areas. These include reducing child stunting, combating climate change,…
A total of 23 terrorists were arrested in Punjab during a joint intelligence-based operation by the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD). These individuals were planning to attack a prominent educational institution in Lahore. A CTD spokesman revealed that the operation was conducted in multiple cities, including Lahore, Jhelum, Sialkot, Rawalpindi, Gujrat, Mianwali, Sargodha, and Faisalabad. Seven hardcore members of the terror network, Fitna Al-Khwarij, were apprehended during the Lahore operation. Authorities confiscated weapons, explosives, and detailed maps of an important educational institution from their possession. The CTD recovered significant materials from the terrorists, including four improvised explosive devices (IEDs), 33 detonators,…
A terror recruitment network targeting Punjab’s youth has been exposed and dismantled by law enforcement agencies. The campaign, organized by the group Fitnah Al-Khawarij, aimed to recruit young individuals from the province. Media reports confirmed that six facilitators of the terror group were arrested following intelligence-based operations and cyber patrolling. The arrested individuals, aged between 16 and 23, were allegedly involved in facilitating the network’s activities. Authorities revealed that these youth were recruited from several major cities in Punjab. The cities included Gujranwala, Lahore, Sahiwal, Bahawalpur, Jhelum, and Sargodha. Their primary role was to act as local facilitators for the…
Eight terrorists were eliminated in two separate engagements in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, according to a statement from the military’s media wing. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) reported that security forces carried out an intelligence-based operation in the Tank district. This action was initiated following reports of Khawarij presence in the area. During the operation, six terrorists were killed in a fierce exchange of fire. In a separate encounter in the general area of Tirah Valley in Khyber, security forces killed two more Khawarij. The ISPR added that sanitization operations are ongoing in both areas to ensure no remaining Khawarij are left…
New evidence has emerged about foreign weapons being smuggled from Afghanistan into Pakistan. On January 11, 2025, two major operations were carried out in the Dosali district of North Waziristan. During these operations, six Khawarij were eliminated, and two others were arrested. In another intelligence-based operation in the Isham area of North Waziristan, security forces killed three Khawarij and injured two more. From these terrorists, foreign weapons, ammunition, and explosives were seized. The Pakistan Army has been engaged in a war against terrorism for the past two decades. During this time, terrorist activities originating from Afghanistan have surged. Terrorists frequently…
A peace jirga was held in Sui, Balochistan, bringing together senior security officials, tribal elders, and civil representatives to discuss regional security and development. Major General Abid Mazhar, Inspector General Frontier Corps (IGFC) Balochistan (North), led the discussions with local community members and social workers. Tribal leaders at the peace jirga praised the improved security in Dera Bugti, Sui, and nearby regions. They credited the Frontier Corps Balochistan for its tireless efforts in maintaining stability. The elders also voiced their strong support for state institutions and security forces in their ongoing counter-terrorism operations. Major General Mazhar reaffirmed the commitment of…
The bodies of 12 miners trapped in a coal mine tragedy in Sanjdi, near Quetta, have been recovered. The remains of the deceased workers were sent to their hometown, Shangla, for burial. Among the victims were two brothers, one of whom was under 18 years old. Both had left their home to escape poverty and support their family. A grieving relative shared, “The family had high hopes for them, but their untimely death has plunged the entire household into mourning.” Illegal Mines: A Growing Concern Ali Butt, a leader of the Central Mines Liberation, expressed deep sorrow over the incident.…
The Frontier Works Organization (FWO) has successfully completed the Jaglot-Skardu Road, transforming a grueling 13-hour journey into a quick three-hour drive. The 167-kilometer highway now connects major urban centers in Gilgit-Baltistan through terrain that was once extremely difficult to navigate. Initially, the project was awarded to an international contractor in 2015 at a cost of PKR 52 billion. However, delays and implementation issues halted progress. In 2017, FWO took over the project and completed it for PKR 31 billion, significantly reducing costs. The road includes 28 bridges and 484 culverts, ensuring smooth connectivity across challenging landscapes. Building the Jaglot-Skardu Road…
Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala Yousafzai has urged the international community to address the global crisis in girls’ education. She stressed the critical role educated women play in creating prosperous societies. “We must acknowledge the challenges we face,” Malala said at the “International Conference on Girls’ Education in Muslim Communities: Challenges and Opportunities” on Sunday. “This crisis is costing our economy hundreds of billions in lost growth. It harms the health, safety, and security of our people.” The two-day conference, held in Islamabad, brought together global experts and educators. They discussed barriers to girls’ education in Muslim-majority countries. Pakistan itself…
