The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has finalized a comprehensive counterterrorism plan to strengthen the civil administration’s role in tackling security threats. The initiative focuses on seven key areas, including security operations, governance reforms, legal improvements, and public awareness campaigns. Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur chaired a high-level meeting where officials approved the plan. The move comes as Khyber Pakhtunkhwa remains the hardest-hit province in recent terrorist incidents. According to data from the Pakistan Institute for Conflict and Security Studies (PICSS), militants carried out 27 attacks in settled districts, killing 19 people, including 11 security personnel. In tribal districts, 19 attacks left…
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Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have reached a staff-level agreement under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF), securing a $1 billion tranche. The deal, which is subject to board approval, also includes a $1.3 billion package under the Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF). This brings the total financial support from the IMF to $2.3 billion. In a statement released on Wednesday, the IMF acknowledged Pakistan’s efforts in stabilizing its economy despite global challenges. The Fund noted improvements in fiscal management, a decline in inflation, and stability in external balances. However, it warned that Pakistan still faces risks due to…
Pakistan has been ranked safer than both India and the United States in Numbeo’s 2025 list of the world’s safest countries. The latest safety index places Pakistan at 65th, ahead of India at 66th and the U.S. at 89th. The rankings, based on crime data and personal safety perceptions, highlight Pakistan’s improved security situation. Andorra, a small European nation, claimed the top spot with a safety score of 84.7. The United Arab Emirates followed with 84.5, while Qatar secured third place with 84.2. Taiwan (82.9) and Oman (81.7) completed the top five. The index was compiled using survey responses from…
The funeral prayer for the mother of Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir was held at Race Course Ground in Rawalpindi. The Army Chief himself led the prayer. Senior government officials and political leaders attended the ceremony to express their condolences. President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and PML-N President Nawaz Sharif were present. Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah, Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti, and Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi also participated. In addition, Senate Chairman Syed Yousuf Raza Gillani and National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq attended the funeral prayer. Former army chiefs, including General (retd)…
A top commander of the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), Saeed, was shot dead in an operation by the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) and police in Hangu. His accomplice managed to escape, prompting a search operation in the area. According to officials, security forces launched the raid in Hangu’s Shanaori area after receiving intelligence about the presence of militants. A fierce gun battle erupted between the forces and the terrorists. During the exchange of fire, the TTP commander was neutralized, while another terrorist fled the scene. Authorities confirmed that the slain militant was involved in several attacks, including the killing of policeman…
Newly obtained documents highlight a significant KP police salary disparity compared to other provinces, exposing a substantial difference in the pay structure of law enforcement personnel. The records reveal that police officers in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa earn far less than their counterparts in Balochistan, Punjab, and Sindh. According to the documents, the Inspector General (IG) of Balochistan receives Rs369,498 more per month than the IG of KP. Similarly, a Superintendent of Police (SP) in Balochistan earns Rs221,196 more than an SP in KP. The salary gap extends to other ranks as well, with Senior Superintendents of Police (SSP) and Additional Inspectors…
Quetta: Amid rising security threats, Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti has directed authorities to take strict action against government employees involved in anti-state activities and propaganda. He issued these orders during a high-level meeting on the province’s law and order situation. CM Bugti instructed all commissioners and district officers to identify such employees and ensure legal proceedings against them. His directive comes in response to the recent surge in terrorism and violence in the region. Balochistan has seen multiple deadly attacks, claiming several lives in the past weeks. On Saturday, gunmen killed eight people in separate incidents in Kalat and…
LAHORE – The Army Chief’s Mother has passed away, leaving the nation in mourning. The news of her demise spread across media, prompting a wave of condolences from political leaders and the public. People expressed grief and prayed for the departed soul, acknowledging that Ramadan is a month of blessings. Many hoped that Allah Almighty would shower His mercy upon her and grant strength to her family. Dunya Media Group expressed sorrow over the passing of the Army Chief’s Mother. The media group extended prayers for her eternal peace and for strength to the bereaved family in this difficult time.…
A Peace Jirga was held in Karak, bringing together senior military officials, lawmakers, and tribal elders to discuss security and stability. The meeting aimed to strengthen unity and reinforce efforts against terrorism in the region. Addressing the gathering, Major General Zulfiqar Ali Bhatti, GOC of the 9 Division, reaffirmed the unwavering resolve to eliminate terrorism. He stated that the fight against extremist elements would continue without compromise. According to him, ensuring peace is a shared duty of both the state and the people. He warned that anyone who challenges the authority of the state or disrupts stability is an enemy…
DERA ISMAIL KHAN: A strong condemnation of extremism echoed through the village of Kray Shamozi after an extremist, Naeem Khan, was killed during an attack on Jandola Fort. Following the incident, Ahmad Khan, father of the slain extremist, gathered more than 20 tribal elders in a jirga held in their native village. He openly disowned his son and declared his rejection of militancy in clear terms. “Anyone who stands against Pakistan or the Pakistan Army is the enemy of the state,” Ahmad Khan said. “Even if it is my own son.” His powerful words marked a bold denouncement of extremism,…
