Foreign weapons have become a major threat to Pakistan’s security as terrorists from Afghanistan increasingly use these arms to carry out attacks. For the last two decades, Pakistan has been battling terrorism, but there has been a recent surge in incidents involving foreign weapons. Terrorists crossing the Pak-Afghan border target both security forces and civilians. It is evident that foreign weapons are easily accessible to these terrorists, causing significant harm to regional security. Security forces recently conducted an intelligence-based operation in the Mustang district on August 18-19, 2024. During the operation, three BLA terrorists were killed, and three others were…
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During last week, five bodies laced with bullets were found hanging from an electric pole in Pakistan. The victims, who were later identified as Afghan nationals, have now been returned to their families, according to a statement from Afghan embassy in Islamabad on Thursday. The bodies were discovered on Friday near a college in Dalbandin city, which is located near to the Afghanistan and Iran borders in Balochistan. According to Afghan embassy’s statement, bodies were handed over to the victims’ families on Wednesday at the spin Boldak-Chaman border crossing. The embassy’s consulate in Balochistan made “serious efforts” to ensure the…
On Thursday, the Supreme Court gave a detailed ruling about the Margalla Hills restaurants. It ordered that the restaurants be demolished and handed over to the Islamabad Wildlife Management Board. According to Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa’s 25-page order, the Wildlife Board will take control of the restaurants on September 11, 2024, with help from the CDA and local police, and the area will be blocked off. The court’s detailed verdict follows its earlier June 11 decision to shut down Monal Restaurant and other eateries in Margalla Hills National Park (MHNP). This decision came from a three-judge bench, including the…
Karachi’s gold market continues to defy economic challenges, with prices reaching new heights. The rate for one tola of gold has increased by Rs300 to Rs261,000, while the 10-gram rate has jumped by Rs257 to Rs223,765. Notably, these increases occur despite stable global gold rates and rupee-dollar parity. The All Sindh Saraf and Jewellers Association’s decision to raise domestic gold rates has made the precious metal unaffordable for many families. However, investors remain attracted to gold due to its consistent price growth since January. Compared to the start of the year, gold prices have risen by Rs35,408 per 10-gram and…
On Thursday, Pakistan solidified their position in the first Test against Bangladesh, thanks to centuries from Saud Shakeel and Mohammad Rizwan. After resuming play with the score at 158-4, Shakeel and Saim Ayub’s 98-run partnership helped the team recover from losing wickets the previous day. After lunch, the batting pair continued to score steadily while protecting their wickets, with the score at 256-4. The previous day, Shakeel and Ayub played well, but Ayub was out in the 32nd over after making 56 runs. Shakeel stayed in with Rizwan, who was not out on 24 when play ended for the day…
A devastating shooting incident in Attock’s Dheri Kot area on Thursday claimed the lives of two schoolchildren, aged 10-12, and left five others injured, along with the school van driver. The unidentified assailants, believed to be motivated by personal vendetta, targeted the driver but tragically harmed the children as well. Authorities have launched an investigation, registering a case against the suspects and conducting raids to apprehend them. The nation mourns the loss, with President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif strongly condemning the heinous act, urging swift action against the culprits and offering condolences to the bereaved families.…
Google has announced the launch of “Digital Sahafat”, a program designed to enhance the digital journalism skills of Pakistani journalists. In collaboration with Tech Valley, the program aims to equip 1,000 journalists across Pakistan with cutting-edge tools, training, and resources to create accurate and compelling digital stories. The initiative falls under the Google News Initiative (GNI), which has been active since 2018, collaborating with thousands of news organizations in over 100 countries. The program will be launched in Islamabad on September 4, featuring speakers from Google and Tech Valley.
BANGLADESH: Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) President Nazmul Hassan Papon Steps Down Amid Political Turmoil. In a significant development, Nazmul Hassan Papon has resigned as the president of the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), amidst the prevailing political situation in the country. The BCB has confirmed his resignation, making way for Faruque Ahmed, a former cricketer, to take the reins as the new president. Papon’s departure is seen as a consequence of his close ties with former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and his role as the Minister of Sports. Meanwhile, Ahmed’s appointment marks a new chapter in the leadership of the BCB۔
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif commended the progress made in reducing smuggling but urged authorities to step up efforts to completely eradicate the issue. During a meeting to review anti-smuggling measures, the prime minister reaffirmed the government’s commitment to protecting the national economy from smugglers. He emphasized the need for modern technology to combat smuggling and instructed authorities to apprehend those involved, including facilitators and transporters. The prime minister also called for improved interdepartmental coordination and a comprehensive strategy to create jobs in border regions to deter smuggling. The meeting highlighted the success of a nationwide anti-smuggling campaign, which resulted in…
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif recently launched the “Apna Chhat Apna Ghar” (Our Roof, Our House) housing scheme, following the announcement of a power subsidy. This initiative offers interest-free loans of up to Rs1.5 million to landowners in urban and rural areas for the construction of homes. The loans are structured for repayment over seven years, with a three-month grace period where no payments are required. The Chief Minister highlighted that monthly installments will be capped at Rs14,000 to help families manage their household budgets, covering essentials like education, utilities, and food. She assured that the scheme has no…
