Dera Ismail Khan abductions have ended with a positive outcome. Three FC personnel and four security guards of a private bank, who were abducted from the area, have been safely recovered. Local sources confirmed that their release was secured without any conditions, thanks to the efforts of the Tank Security Committee. The incident began when terrorists kidnapped three FC personnel from the Kot Azam area on August 11. Earlier, on July 9, four security guards of a private bank were also taken hostage. The incident caused concern among the local population and led to various protests. Yesterday, the families of…
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A terrorist attack on the Quboolkhel checkpost of the Esakhel police in Mianwali district was successfully foiled early today. A group of 12 to 14 heavily armed terrorists, equipped with rocket launchers and hand grenades, targeted the checkpost in a daring assault. The attack led to a fierce exchange of fire between the attackers and the police. The Esakhel police, stationed at the Quboolkhel checkpost, responded swiftly and effectively, managing to repel the terrorist attack. As the police force retaliated with full force, the terrorists fled the scene. A spokesperson for Mianwali District Police Officer Akhtar Farooq confirmed the successful…
Contradictory claims have surfaced over possible negotiations between the ruling Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PMLN) and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). PTI has denied offering any talks, while political figures like Mahmood Khan Achakzai confirm discussions. PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Khan denied any attempt to initiate talks with the ruling party. “The PTI neither offered to engage in talks nor sought any favors,” he said, emphasizing that there were no discussions beyond parliamentary matters with National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq. However, Mahmood Khan Achakzai, leader of Pakhtunkhwa Milli Awami Party (PkMAP) and head of the PTI-led Tehreek Tahafuz Aiyeen-e-Pakistan alliance, claimed that PTI…
Pakistan vs Bangladesh Second Test match in Rawalpindi saw the Pakistan team bowled out for 274 runs in their first innings. In response, Bangladesh started their first innings with 10 runs on the board without losing any wicket. Shadman Islam, with 6 runs, and Zakir Hasan, yet to score, are currently at the crease. In this second Test match, Bangladesh won the toss and decided to field first. Pakistan’s opening pair, Abdullah Shafiq and Saeem Ayub, stepped in to start the innings. However, Abdullah Shafique was dismissed early, bowled by Tasin Ahmad in the very first over. After this early…
ISLAMABAD: The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) on Saturday arrested five officials of the Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO) in connection of corruption probe. According to the FIA, the suspects were caught red-handed in Islamabad while accepting a bribe amounting to crores of rupees. Media reports day that the bribes were given to influence the auditing process at IESCO. The arrested individuals include Zeeshan Ali, Nazir Hussain, Ishtiaq Ahmed, Jahangir Ahmed, and Saqib Saghir. Zeeshan Ali Akbar, appointed as an Audit Officer, and Nazir Hussain, serving as an Assistant Audit Officer, are among those implicated. The arrests followed a nomination by…
It’s been 27 years since the world lost the captivating Princess Diana, but her legacy lives on in the hearts of millions. Born on July 1, 1961, Diana Frances Spencer was the youngest daughter of John Spencer and rose to fame as a member of the British royal family. Diana’s life was marked by unpredictability, from her fairytale wedding to Prince Charles in 1981 to her tragic death in a car accident in Paris on August 31, 1997. Despite her short life, she left an indelible mark on the world. As Princess of Wales, Diana performed royal duties and represented…
At least 88 people have been killed and 958 houses were damaged in rain related incidents in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in past two months. According to the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA), out of 88, 43 were children, 26 were men, and 19 were women. According to the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA), the heavy rains have injured at least 129 people since last month, including 61 children, 39 men, and 29 women. The severe weather has also caused significant damage to homes, with 958 houses affected in total. Out of these, 260 houses have been completely destroyed, while 698 have…
Cyclone Asna has triggered severe weather in Pakistan and India, causing widespread devastation. Heavy rains and strong winds forced school closures and the evacuation of thousands in coastal towns on Saturday. Rain-related accidents have claimed the lives of 24 people — three in Indian Gujarat and 21 across Pakistan. The Pakistan Meteorology Department (PMD) reported that Cyclone Asna, located over the northeast Arabian Sea near the Sindh coast, moved westward over the past 6 hours. It currently lies at approximately 120 km south of Karachi and 180 km southwest of Thatta. The cyclone is expected to move west-northwestwards and then…
LAHORE: The Lahore High Court on Friday issued notices to the federal government, electoral body and other parties to submit its replies on a petition field against Election Commission Act 2024 till Sept 9. A single member comprised of Justice Raza Muhammad Qureshi heard the petition filed by Advocate Muneer Ahmed. During the proceedings , the Assistant Attorney General informed the court that Additional Attorney General could not appear due to other commitments and requested to adjourned the hearing. In response, Petitioner’s counsel Advocate Azhar Siddique ,argued that Attorney General had already been served a notice under section 27A,making the…
Lahore/Karachi: Punjab Government Gives Rs46 Billion Relief on Electricity Bills The Punjab government has decided to give a big relief to people by reducing their electricity bills by Rs46 billion. This decision was made in a meeting chaired by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz. She said this is a big help for people and will make their lives easier. The relief will be given to 2 million people in Punjab and Islamabad. The government will also start a project to give sustainable relief by using solar panels. Meanwhile, PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari criticized the decision, saying it’s not a long-term…
