The fourth round of negotiations between the government and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) ended in a deadlock. PTI refused to participate in the meeting called by Speaker of the National Assembly, Sardar Ayaz Sadiq. The session, planned at the Parliament House, aimed to address major disagreements between the two sides. Speaker Ayaz Sadiq personally reached out to PTI leaders Omar Ayub and Asad Qaiser, urging them to join the talks. “Issues can only be resolved at the negotiation table,” the Speaker emphasized during his conversation with the PTI leadership. However, PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan rejected the Speaker’s invitation. He…
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MULTAN: Spinner Jomel Warrican led the West Indies to a historic Test victory in Pakistan, their first in nearly 35 years. The visitors secured a 120-run win in the second Test on Monday, leveling the series 1-1. Warrican’s exceptional performance was the highlight of the match. He claimed five wickets in the second innings, taking his total to nine in the game and 19 in the series. His mastery on spin-friendly pitches left Pakistan struggling throughout the match. This victory marked the West Indies’ first Test win in Pakistan since November 1990, when they triumphed in Faisalabad. Their tours in…
LAHORE: Pakistan has the potential to achieve a 7% annual growth rate and transform into a trillion-dollar economy by 2035, according to Martin Raiser, Vice President for South Asia at the World Bank. Speaking on Pakistan’s economic reforms, Raiser highlighted the need for strong policies and a clear recovery plan to achieve this ambitious target. In his statement, Raiser acknowledged that long-term projections could be challenging. However, he emphasized that with the serious implementation of domestic economic reforms, Pakistan could unlock its true potential. The World Bank has pledged $20 billion in financial assistance for the next decade, but the…
Balochistan is cultivating organic cotton on 117,000 hectares in districts such as Khuzdar, Kharan, Nasirabad, Sibi, Loralai, and Barkhan. Experts see significant potential for expanding cotton farming in the province. The Balochistan Agricultural Research Center reports that 3.7 million hectares of barren land in the region could be made suitable for farming. This development would lead to a considerable increase in cotton production. Rauf Kakar, Director General of the Agricultural Research Center, highlighted the economic potential of organic cotton. He stated, “By setting up textile industries in different districts, we can significantly enhance the economic benefits of cotton cultivation.” Farmers…
MULTAN: An LPG tanker explosion in the Industrial Estate of Multan’s Hamid Pur Kanora area left six people dead and 31 others injured. Rescue officials confirmed the tragic incident occurred in the early hours of Monday, triggering a massive fire and widespread destruction. Debris from the shattered LPG tanker landed on nearby homes, causing significant damage. Rescue teams worked for hours, using over ten firefighting vehicles and foam-based fire suppression systems, to extinguish the flames. Initially, five fatalities were reported. However, the death toll increased to six after another body was recovered from a damaged house. The deceased included a…
RAWALPINDI: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan has replaced Ali Amin Gandapur with Junaid Akbar as the party’s provincial president for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP). This decision follows Akbar’s recent election as Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), a position he secured with bipartisan support. The PAC is one of the most influential parliamentary bodies, holding the power to summon individuals and records for financial oversight. Junaid Akbar’s new appointment highlights PTI’s focus on strengthening its political structure in KP amid rising governance and security concerns. PTI Secretary General Salman Akram Raja issued the notification of Akbar’s appointment, confirming Gandapur’s…
Pakistan has reported its first case of mpox in 2025, as confirmed by the Ministry of Health. The patient, who arrived from Dubai on January 24, tested positive for the virus during routine screening at Peshawar Airport. This case marks the tenth instance of mpox in Pakistan since the country declared a health emergency. The patient has been admitted to Services Hospital in Peshawar for treatment. Officials revealed that the individual had recently traveled to several Gulf countries, raising fears about the virus potentially spreading further. In another related case, airport authorities in Peshawar identified a passenger arriving from Sharjah…
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has established a special task force to tackle human trafficking in Pakistan. He announced that he will personally lead this initiative in light of the alarming increase in migrant boat tragedies involving Pakistani nationals. “We will ensure that those involved in human trafficking are brought to justice,” the prime minister said during a review meeting on Friday. The meeting focused on the actions needed to curb illegal immigration and dismantle smuggling networks in the country. The prime minister emphasized the urgent need to accelerate the arrest of human traffickers. He instructed all relevant departments, including…
Pakistan spinners showcased a remarkable performance in the final Test against the West Indies at the Multan Cricket Stadium on Saturday. The spin-friendly pitch, which had helped Pakistan win the previous match, once again proved decisive. The day started with the West Indies opting to bat first. However, their batting line-up struggled against Pakistan’s lethal spin attack. Noman Ali and Sajid Khan were the standout bowlers, completely dismantling the visiting side. West Indies captain Kraigg Brathwaite and six other batters failed to reach double digits. The collapse highlighted the dominance of the Pakistan spinners. Despite losing seven wickets early, Kavem…
Quetta: Several surrendered terrorist commanders addressed a press conference alongside Balochistan’s provincial ministers and the DIG CTD. They announced their surrender to the state of Pakistan and renounced their association with various terrorist organizations. Prominent figures among the surrendered commanders include Najibullah, also known as Darwish and Adam, and Abdul Rashid, also known as Khudaidad and Kamash. Speaking at the event, Najibullah admitted to causing significant harm to Pakistan and its security forces. He revealed that separatist organizations exploited the emotions of the Baloch people to incite rebellion against Pakistan. “I joined the organization at the young age of 14.…
