A leaked video has once again highlighted a dangerous reality: some elements within the Afghan Taliban are actively stoking terrorism inside Pakistan. In the footage, Afghan Taliban fighters voice frustration over obstacles to joining the Tehreek‑e‑Taliban Pakistan (TTP). They admit they cannot formally enter the group, yet claim close contact with the Hafiz Gul Bahadur network and declare themselves “ready for jihad against Pakistan.” Their statements reveal more than idle talk. The militants say dozens of men are already preparing for operations on Pakistani soil, offering a glimpse of terrorism orchestrated from across the border. The continued use of Afghanistan as a…
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Rawalpindi: A high-level Indonesian delegation, led by Lieutenant General (Retd) Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin, Minister of Defence of Indonesia, visited Pakistan’s General Headquarters on Monday. The delegation included senior members from Indonesia’s armed forces and intelligence agencies. They held an important meeting with Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff, Pakistan Army. Both sides discussed ways to boost Pakistan-Indonesia defence cooperation, reviewed regional security issues, and explored opportunities to deepen their military partnership. The talks reflected the deep-rooted ties between the two nations. Field Marshal Asim Munir emphasized the significance of strong defence relations in promoting peace and stability across…
Pakistan’s energy sector has long struggled with inefficiencies, rising costs, and public dissatisfaction. With electricity shortages and inflated bills burdening citizens and the economy, solar policy Pakistan has become a pressing area of reform. The government has now decided to roll out a new solar policy with the aim to make the electricity production, distribution, and pricing system more transparent, fair, and sustainable. One of the most significant changes under this initiative is the move from net metering to gross metering. What is Net Metering? Net metering allowed solar panel users to produce electricity for their own consumption and sell…
Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar met with Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the SCO Summit in Beijing. The meeting took place during a joint session involving foreign ministers of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member states. This high-level gathering was hosted under China’s presidency of the regional bloc. The central focus was to deepen regional partnerships and promote cooperation among SCO nations. President Xi Jinping welcomed all delegates warmly. He emphasized the need to strengthen multilateral cooperation and ensure regional stability through the SCO framework. This group represents the largest population bloc in the Eurasian region. Ishaq…
On Monday, the Punjab government marked World Youth Skills Day with full spirit and purpose. The event aimed to highlight how technical and vocational training can shape inclusive economies and strong, stable societies. This year, youth skills development in Punjab has received top priority. The government has allocated Rs26 billion for this cause in the fiscal year 2025–26. Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif’s vision is guiding the entire strategy. Her leadership has placed skill-building at the core of the province’s economic goals. For the first time, all technical and vocational training efforts are now united. The government has created a…
England vs India Test Series took a thrilling turn at Lord’s on Monday. England beat India by 22 runs in a nail-biting finish to the third Test. With this victory, England now leads the five-match series 2-1. The contest lasted till the last session on Day 5. Spinner Shoaib Bashir took the final wicket of Mohammed Siraj. That moment sealed a historic win for the home side. England’s first innings saw a solid total of 387 runs. Joe Root was the star with a fine century. Brendon Carse and Jamie Smith gave strong support with vital half-centuries. India responded with…
PESHAWAR: Opposition Leader in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly, Dr. Ibadullah, has claimed that the united opposition is all set to give a tough time to the provincial government in the upcoming Senate elections. He asserted that the opposition will win at least 50% of the seats. Speaking to Media, Dr. Ibadullah revealed that several Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) members are deeply unhappy with their party and are secretly reaching out to the opposition. According to him, “PTI members themselves tell us to rescue them from this suffering.” Dr. Ibadullah strongly rejected rumors that the opposition was engaging in secret deals or…
Political temperatures in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa continue to rise. In a bold move, Engineer Ziaur Rehman — younger brother of JUI-F chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman — has accepted the political challenge thrown by Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur. The confrontation began with CM Gandapur’s press conference in Lahore. There, he dared Maulana Fazlur Rehman to contest elections against his own brother in Dera Ismail Khan. Gandapur even vowed to resign from politics if defeated. But he also demanded the same from the JUI-F leader if he lost the contest. Instead of staying silent, Ziaur Rehman hit back with a fiery video…
A sharp rise in terrorist activity has shaken Balochistan during the first half of 2025. Deadly attacks have left more than 60 people martyred and hundreds wounded. A security report compiled by official and intelligence sources reveals the alarming situation. According to the report, Indian-backed terror groups, known to law enforcement as Fitna-ul-Hindustan, have escalated their operations. The violence is spreading across the province with increasing frequency and brutality. One of the deadliest incidents occurred on February 14. A powerful bomb exploded in Harnai district. The blast struck a vehicle carrying local workers. Eleven people were martyred instantly in this…
Pakistan has emerged as a rising force in the global financial arena by leveraging cryptocurrency as a strategic tool to gain economic recognition. The country is using crypto not only for economic empowerment but also as an instrument of digital diplomacy. On July 9, the President of Pakistan signed an ordinance establishing the Pakistan Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (PVARA). This new regulatory body will oversee digital assets, ensuring transparency and building investor confidence. Within a few months, the government’s swift action in launching PVARA has surprised the international community. Notably, Pakistan has secured the interest and involvement of global crypto…
