A day after the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) reported a significant decrease in the country’s annual inflation rate to 9.6%, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif acknowledged the role of the current government’s efforts and policies in achieving this improvement. On Tuesday, he highlighted that this is the first time in almost three years that inflation has dropped to a single-digit figure. PM Shehbaz shared the news on his official X account, noting the drop to 9.6% in August. He credited the government for stabilizing the economy and lowering inflation, emphasizing that this positive change was due to their hard work…
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ISLAMBAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that his government is actively working to meet the conditions set by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to secure a loan program. He expressed hope that this would be Pakistan’s last loan program, emphasizing the government’s commitment to implementing reforms and achieving economic stability. During a federal cabinet meeting, PM Shehbaz stated that the government is diligently working to fulfill the IMF’s conditions, which will be presented to the Executive Board for approval. He acknowledged the challenges but remained optimistic, citing the reduction in inflation rates as a positive sign. Pakistan’s consumer price index…
ATTOCK: In line with the directives of the Chief Minister of Punjab and the IG Punjab, the District Police Officer of Attock, Dr. Sardar Ghiyas Gul Khan, has led the Police Station Sadar Hasan Abdal in ongoing successful operations against those involved in drug trafficking. According to sources, the police recently arrested a drug smuggler named Abid Ali, son of Abdul Khaliq, a resident of Islamkot. During the operation, the police recovered 2 kilograms of hashish and 120 grams of crystal meth (ice) from Abid Ali, who was attempting to smuggle the drugs. The police successfully thwarted his efforts. In…
The Pakistan Navy will hold an induction ceremony for the warships PNS Babar and PNS Hunain on Defence Day, which is celebrated on September 6 in Pakistan. According to the military’s media wing, President Asif Ali Zardari will be the chief guest at the event, marking the official addition of these warships to the Navy’s fleet. According to the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), PNS Babar was built in Turkey, while PNS Hunain was constructed in Romania. These two warships will enhance the defense system capabilities of the Pakistan Navy. The ISPR mentioned that construction of PNS Babar started on…
Bangladesh Victory in the 2nd Test match against Pakistan in Rawalpindi has reached a dramatic conclusion. Bangladesh won on the final day by chasing down a target of 185 runs, defeating Pakistan by six wickets. This Bangladesh victory shows their class and marks the second time Pakistan has suffered a series whitewash on their home ground. Pakistan’s two innings scores were 274 and 172, with key contributions from Saim Ayub (58), Shan Masood (57), and Salman Agha (54) in the first innings. However, the star for Bangladesh was Mehidy Hasan Miraz. His brilliant bowling took 5 wickets for 61 runs,…
Terrorist suicide bomber RoohUllah, who was arrested after entering Pakistan from Afghanistan, has made a shocking video statement. He revealed that he had been a student for a year at a Madrasah in Turtam village, Dangam province, Afghanistan. This Madrasah specifically trained suicide bombers. Ruhollah himself underwent a 10-day training to become a terrorist suicide bomber. RoohUllah identified his trainers as Farooq, Zakir, and Maulvi Sibghatullah, who were actively teaching at the Madrasah. According to him, the instructors would inject trainees two days before departure, leaving them unaware of their surroundings. The terrorist suicide bomber further shared that after the…
May 9 cases have become a focal point of controversy as Imran Khan, the founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), filed a petition in the Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Tuesday. He is challenging the transfer of these cases to military courts. The plea was submitted by his lawyer, Aziz Karamat Bhandari, naming the secretary law, secretary home, IG Islamabad, IG Punjab, IG Jails, DG FIA, and the federal government as respondents. Imran Khan has requested the court to stop the transfer of the May 9 cases to military courts for trial. Earlier in August, while incarcerated, the PTI leader expressed…
MIANWALI: Punjab, over a dozen terrorists attacked the Qabool Khel police checkpost, injuring two policemen. The attackers, estimated to be around 12 to 14 in number, used rockets and hand grenades during the assault, as reported by a police spokesperson. Punjab Police successfully repelled a terrorist attack on a checkpost in Mianwali, with the attackers fleeing the scene. Two policemen were injured in the attack. Following the incident, Deputy Superintendent of Police Isa Khel, along with additional personnel, arrived at the checkpost to manage the situation. Last month, a similar attack occurred in Rahim Yar Khan, where bandits targeted police…
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) announced on Monday that humid winds from the Bay of Bengal are expected to move into the upper regions of Pakistan, leading to heavy monsoon rains starting today. This new rain system is anticipated to continue affecting different parts of the country until September 5. The arrival of these winds is likely to bring significant rainfall, marking an active phase of the monsoon season, which could impact daily life and activities across the nation. In response to the forecast, the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has issued warnings about the possibility of…
KABUL: The Taliban government in Afghanistan has reaffirmed its commitment to engaging with the international community, despite facing criticism for a new morality law that restricts women’s rights. The law, which mandates complete bodily coverage and prohibits women from raising their voices in public, has sparked widespread concern among human rights advocates, UN agencies, and the European Union. Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid emphasized the importance of interaction in addressing problems and expanding relations, urging nations and organizations to engage positively with the Taliban authorities. Despite no country recognizing the Taliban government since its takeover in 2021, it has made recent…
