PAKISTAN – The Pakistan Army has a proud legacy of courage and sacrifice, with countless stories of heroism etched in history. Among these stands the tale of Major Tufail Muhammad Shaheed, a brave son of the soil who confronted the enemy in Lakshmipur, East Pakistan, and laid down his life for the honour and protection of his homeland. With timely decision-making, fierce counterattacks, and unwavering faith in Allah, Major Tufail earned the distinction of halting the enemy’s advance and forcing them into retreat. Lakshmipur, located near the Indian border in East Pakistan, had become a route for smuggling Indian goods.…
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BAJAUR – Security sources have revealed that there is a deliberate attempt to create ambiguity in discussions about tribes and foreign militants in Bajaur. However, ground realities tell a different story. According to security officials, militants, referred to as Khawarij, are living among the local population while engaging in terrorist and criminal activities. The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government, including the Chief Minister and security authorities, has presented three clear points to the tribal elders. First, these foreign militants, the majority of whom are Afghans, must be expelled from the area. Second, if the tribes cannot remove these militants themselves, they should…
ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has expressed strong satisfaction over Pakistan’s exports reaching $2.7 billion in the first month of the new fiscal year. In a statement from his office on Thursday, the Prime Minister highlighted a 17% year-on-year rise in Pakistan’s exports from July 2024 to July 2025. He called it an encouraging sign for the economy. He also pointed to a 9% month-on-month jump in a single month, describing it as a positive signal for economic progress. Shehbaz Sharif stressed that the government is committed to an export-led growth strategy. He said that sound economic policies…
An Indian drone shot down by Pakistani security forces in Lahore’s Manawan area has heightened concerns over border surveillance activities. Police sources confirmed that the incident occurred on Friday when the drone was detected inside Pakistani territory. Security personnel acted immediately after spotting its movement. The target was engaged and brought down before it could carry out any mission. Officials said the aircraft appeared to be a surveillance device, as no explosives were found on it. The Indian drone shot down was handed over to intelligence agencies, who have launched a detailed investigation into its origin and purpose. Sources said…
A Bannu drone attack on a Frontier Corps (FC) checkpost has left one soldier martyred and three others injured. The strike took place in the Takhti Khel Bakakhel area of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Bannu district, police confirmed on Friday. According to District Police Officer (DPO) Bannu Saleem Abbas Kulachi, a quadcopter drone released explosives directly onto the FC position in Bakakhel. The explosion killed one soldier on the spot and wounded three others. The injured were quickly moved to a nearby hospital for treatment. Following the Bannu drone attack, FC troops and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa police launched a joint search operation to…
Jennifer Lopez turned an awkward moment into a powerful statement during her recent trip to Turkey. The 56-year-old Hollywood superstar faced a surprising Chanel snub at an upscale shopping mall but handled it with grace and style. Earlier this week, Lopez visited Istinye Park in Istanbul, one of Turkey’s most luxurious shopping destinations. Dressed in a chic baby pink co-ord set and matching sunglasses, she arrived at an exclusive Chanel boutique on Monday, August 4. According to reports, a security guard at the entrance denied her entry. The Jennifer Lopez Chanel snub could have easily caused a scene. Instead, the…
The partnership between China and Pakistan in artificial intelligence has entered a new and promising phase. From July 26 to 28, 2025, Shanghai hosted the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) and the High-Level Meeting on Global AI Governance. The event was attended by Chinese Premier Li Qiang, who delivered a significant speech at the opening ceremony. During the conference, China unveiled the Global AI Governance Action Plan. This comprehensive framework contains 13 concrete and actionable measures. The aim is to boost AI development while ensuring safety, security, and controllability. The plan stresses respect for national sovereignty, fairness, inclusiveness, and calls…
NEW DELHI / WASHINGTON: United States President Donald Trump has shocked Indian policymakers by imposing an additional 25% tariff on goods imported from India. This move comes as a direct penalty for India’s ongoing purchase of Russian oil, pushing the total duty to a steep 50%. With this action, India now faces one of the highest import duties under Trump’s trade policy. The executive order, issued on Wednesday, declares Russia’s military involvement in Ukraine as a national emergency. Trump stated that India’s continued buying of Russian petroleum justifies stricter economic measures. He claimed the Indian government was “directly or indirectly”…
KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange extended its bullish streak on Thursday as the KSE-100 Index jumped more than 700 points during early trading hours. This strong upward move follows Wednesday’s historic 2,051-point surge. At 10:50 am, the benchmark index had risen by 726.29 points. It touched 145,814.78, showing a 0.50% gain from the previous day’s close. The ongoing rally has now become one of the most robust runs in recent stock market history. The rally is fueled by growing investor confidence. Strong corporate results and a steady economic outlook have lifted market sentiment. Key reforms and positive macroeconomic indicators have…
ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Information Attaullah Tarar has exposed a massive Bahria Town corruption case involving over Rs1.12 billion in illegal transactions. The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has reportedly collected solid evidence of money laundering linked to the housing giant. During a press briefing, Tarar said that critical documents were seized in Tuesday’s raid. He revealed that attempts were made to destroy key records before the FIA team arrived, but investigators acted swiftly to prevent the cover-up. The minister questioned the motive behind burning documents, asking why anyone would destroy files if they had done nothing wrong. According to him,…
