Rawalpindi: Security forces carried out a successful North Waziristan Operation, eliminating six militants in Mir Ali. The action took place during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) led by the Pakistan Army. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the North Waziristan Operation was conducted to target terrorist elements in the region. Security forces engaged in intense gunfire with the militants. As a result, six insurgents were neutralized. During the fierce battle, two soldiers embraced martyrdom. ISPR confirmed that the fallen heroes included Major Hamza Israr and Sepoy Muhammad Naeem. Major Hamza, 29, belonged to Rawalpindi, while Sepoy Naeem, 26, hailed from…
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The Taliban administration has announced that all government employees will not receive their monthly salaries for the next three months. This decision comes after the United States suspended financial assistance to Afghanistan, creating significant economic pressure on the Taliban-led government. Three employees from different government departments confirmed that they received official notices about the salary freeze. In addition to halting salary payments, the Taliban has also banned logistical procurement across government offices. The suspension of US aid began shortly after President Joe Biden entered the White House. The move has disrupted Afghanistan’s fragile economic stability, leaving the Taliban struggling to…
Karachi: The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) has achieved a major milestone by securing the seventh position in the global ranking of the most powerful air forces. According to Global Firepower.com, the Pakistan Air Force stands among the best in the world. It has strengthened its fleet by adding 1,434 aircraft, making it a formidable force. The ranking by Global Firepower is based on the number and types of aircraft. The report highlights that the US Air Force leads the list with 5,737 helicopters, 1,854 fighter jets, and 3,722 support aircraft. The American defense budget stands at a staggering $800 billion…
Liang Wenfeng, the 39-year-old founder of Chinese AI startup DeepSeek, has quickly become a symbol of China’s tech ambitions. In just weeks, he has emerged as a key figure in the country’s efforts to counter U.S. export controls. Until January 20, Liang maintained a low profile. That changed when he was invited to speak at a closed-door symposium hosted by Chinese Premier Li Qiang. He was one of nine individuals chosen to share insights on government policy. Liang has rarely spoken to the media. He gave two interviews to Chinese outlet Waves in 2022 and 2023 but has otherwise avoided…
Afghan women’s movements have reached out to US First Lady Melania Trump, urging her to use her influence to secure the rights of women in Afghanistan. In a heartfelt letter, they described the current situation as one of the darkest periods in the country’s history. Since the Taliban took control, Afghan women’s lives have become a nightmare. The letter calls on the First Lady to push for diplomatic and economic pressure on the Taliban. It also requests support for educational programs for Afghan girls and women. Additionally, they seek help in easing the refugee process for Afghan women fleeing the…
Security forces foiled a terrorist attack that took place on the night of 27-28 January 2024 in Gulistan area of Qila Abdullah district, Balochistan. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) reported that a group identified as “Khawariji” attempted to infiltrate a security forces post. The attackers tried to ram a vehicle loaded with explosives into the perimeter wall of the post. In the ensuing gunfight, all five attackers, including the two suicide bombers, were killed. However, ISPR also reported that two soldiers, Naik Tahir Khan (39, from Tank district) and Lance Naik Tahir Iqbal (26, from Karak district), embraced martyrdom in…
Afghan-based sources have reported that Abbas Stanekzai, the Taliban’s deputy foreign minister, has left Afghanistan under contentious circumstances. This development follows an alleged arrest warrant and exit ban issued by Taliban leader Hibatullah Akhundzada. While the Taliban has not officially commented, discussions on the matter are widespread in Kabul. According to the reports, Defence Minister Yaqoob Mujahid facilitated Stanekzai’s immediate departure to Dubai. Sources claim this action was prompted by Stanekzai’s harsh criticism of Hibatullah Akhundzada’s decision to ban girls’ education. Following these remarks, Akhundzada reportedly instructed Abdul Haq Wasiq, head of Taliban intelligence, to arrest Stanekzai and prevent him…
The Chinese Embassy in Pakistan has strongly denied recent allegations published by The Guardian. The claims, which attributed controversial remarks to a Chinese diplomat, were labeled as “completely untrue” by the embassy. A spokesperson for the Chinese Embassy criticized the article, calling it baseless and lacking in credibility. They accused the author of fabricating the information without conducting an authorized interview. This, according to the spokesperson, was a serious breach of journalistic ethics. The embassy reaffirmed China’s unwavering commitment to the development of Gwadar and Balochistan. It highlighted several significant contributions made over the past year: In March, China provided…
The fourth round of negotiations between the government and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) ended in a deadlock. PTI refused to participate in the meeting called by Speaker of the National Assembly, Sardar Ayaz Sadiq. The session, planned at the Parliament House, aimed to address major disagreements between the two sides. Speaker Ayaz Sadiq personally reached out to PTI leaders Omar Ayub and Asad Qaiser, urging them to join the talks. “Issues can only be resolved at the negotiation table,” the Speaker emphasized during his conversation with the PTI leadership. However, PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan rejected the Speaker’s invitation. He…
MULTAN: Spinner Jomel Warrican led the West Indies to a historic Test victory in Pakistan, their first in nearly 35 years. The visitors secured a 120-run win in the second Test on Monday, leveling the series 1-1. Warrican’s exceptional performance was the highlight of the match. He claimed five wickets in the second innings, taking his total to nine in the game and 19 in the series. His mastery on spin-friendly pitches left Pakistan struggling throughout the match. This victory marked the West Indies’ first Test win in Pakistan since November 1990, when they triumphed in Faisalabad. Their tours in…
