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The Taliban government in Afghanistan has fired more than 280 security personnel for not having beards. This action comes after the Taliban took over the government and issued new guidelines for all civil servants. The guidelines made it mandatory for government employees not to shave their beards and to wear local dress. In its ongoing directives, the Taliban government emphasized the importance of adhering to these rules. On Tuesday, the Ministry of Peace and Justice, in its annual report, announced that over 280 members of the security forces were dismissed for failing to comply with the beard policy. Muhaibullah Makhlis,…

India’s Supreme Court has set up a national task force to improve safety for healthcare workers after a doctor was raped and murdered, leading to widespread protests and strikes. The task force will develop a plan to prevent violence in hospitals and ensure safer working conditions. The court emphasized that the crime has deeply shocked the nation and highlighted the need for better security and protective measures for medical professionals.

Karachi: Due to the recent monkeypox outbreak, the Federal Ministry of Health has set strict rules for international airports in the country. These rules include screening passengers, isolating those who may be infected, and taking other preventive actions to stop the virus from spreading. The ministry’s notice from August 18 mentioned that the World Health Organization (WHO) has called the monkeypox outbreak a global health emergency. It said that to prevent the virus from spreading internationally, all international airports in Pakistan must follow strict safety measures.” The ministry’s procedures require checking the health of passengers and crew members when they…

Sajal Aly might be starring in a new movie called Fauji alongside Indian superstar Prabhas, according to reports from Filmfare. The movie is expected to start filming on August 24 in Hyderabad, India. While there’s been a lot of talk about Aly’s involvement, there hasn’t been any official confirmation yet. The film is said to be directed by Hanu Raghavapudi and will be set in the pre-independence era, packed with action and drama. Filmfare mentioned that Aly could be playing the lead role with Prabhas, who recently starred in the global hit Kalki 2898 AD. Aly, known for her Bollywood…

SLAMABAD: Federal Minister Attaullah Tarar said on Monday that he doesn’t think PTI will be granted permission for their rally in Islamabad. He mentioned on media that given their past actions, it’s unlikely they’ll be allowed to hold the event. PTI leader Sher Afzal Marwat has vowed that their rally in Islamabad on August 22 will go ahead regardless of the weather or government action. He said the party is committed to holding the event peacefully and will not bring weapons or bombs. Adviser to the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister, Barrister Muhammad Ali Saif, said Imran Khan decided to hold…

Two teenagers, aged 18 and 19, will face court in London on Friday for alleged extreme right-wing terrorism offenses. The Metropolitan Police’s Counter Terrorism Command charged them after a proactive investigation. The suspects, Rex William Henry Clark and Sofija Vinogradova, face serious charges, including preparing terrorist acts and collecting information useful for terrorism. They are in custody and will appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court. The police emphasize that the investigation is ongoing and urge the public not to speculate, reassuring them that there is no wider threat at this time. The arrests are not directly related to recent far-right riots…

MUZAFRABAD: A moderate earthquake struck Azad Kashmir, causing widespread panic among residents. The tremors were felt in multiple areas, including Muzaffarabad, Neelum Valley, Dher Kot, Abbas Pur, and surrounding regions. According to the National Seismic Monitoring Centre, the earthquake had a magnitude of 5.3 and a depth of 20 kilometres, with its epicentre located near Sopore. The quake sent shockwaves through the region, leaving many residents shaken.”

RAWALPINDI: Pakistan’s military successfully conducted a training launch of the Shaheen-II surface-to-surface ballistic missile on Tuesday, according to a statement from the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR). The launch aimed to train troops, test technical parameters, and evaluate sub-systems for improved accuracy and survivability. Senior officials, scientists, and engineers witnessed the test-firing. The Director General of Strategic Plans Division praised the scientists’ technical expertise, dedication, and commitment to achieving this milestone. The President, Prime Minister, Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee, and services chiefs congratulated the teams involved on their success.

The Traders’ Scheme has been quietly expanded by the government to include shops located in residential areas. This decision comes at a time when uncertainty surrounds the approval of the $7 billion IMF program, largely due to a financing gap and temporary relief measures for electricity consumers. Just a few days ago, the federal government extended the Traders’ Scheme to cover 100-square-foot shops in residential areas. Previously, these shops were exempt from the fixed income tax, which ranges from Rs100 to Rs60,000 per month. This move was necessary to address the IMF’s concerns over the limited scope of the original…

In Bajaur, security forces successfully foiled an infiltration attempt on the Pak-Afghan border, killing five terrorists. The incident occurred on the night between August 18 and 19, in Bajaur district, where a group of Khawarij attempted to cross the border. According to ISPR, In Bajaur security forces spotted the movement of these terrorists and responded swiftly. In the exchange of fire, five terrorists linked to Fitnah-ul-Khawarij were neutralized, while four others sustained injuries. Unfortunately, three brave soldiers were martyred during the intense firefight. Naik Inayat Khan, Lance Naik Umar Hayat, and Sepoy Waqar Khan gave their lives defending the nation.…