Six terrorists killed in Lakki Marwat during a fierce exchange of fire with a Counter-Terrorism Department team conducting an intelligence-based operation in the Shagayi area of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Officials said the militants opened fire as soon as they spotted the police team. The sudden attack triggered a gun battle that lasted nearly 40 minutes. Security personnel responded quickly and surrounded the area to stop the militants from escaping. After the firing stopped, the team launched a search operation across the nearby fields and hideouts. During the search, officers found six militants dead at the scene. Authorities have started the process…
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Security authorities reported that unidentified drones were spotted over Peshawar and parts of Islamabad, including the Faizabad interchange and the I-8 sector. According to preliminary information, Pakistan’s air defence system detected the unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and successfully shot them down. Officials said the drones reportedly originated from within Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK). Security teams responded quickly and destroyed the UAVs in areas away from populated zones to prevent any potential risk to civilians. Authorities also dismissed circulating reports claiming that Islamabad International Airport had been closed following the incident. Officials clarified that the airport remained fully operational and that flight…
Failed Hack Attempt on Khyber Network Detected and Neutralized A failed hack attempt on Khyber Network was successfully stopped after the broadcaster’s digital and transmission teams detected suspicious activity targeting its broadcast systems on March 12, 2026. The intrusion attempt was identified at an early stage, allowing engineers to act immediately and secure the system before it could affect on-air content. The network’s technical staff remained alert and activated internal security protocols within minutes. Because of this swift response, the attempted breach was blocked and the transmission continued smoothly. Viewers across the country experienced no disruption in programming. The…
A new UNICEF warning on children in Middle East war has revealed the devastating toll the ongoing conflict is taking on young lives across the region. According to the United Nations children’s agency, more than 1,100 children have been killed or injured since the escalation began in late February. The UNICEF warning on children in Middle East war came after weeks of violence that started with the first US and Israeli strikes on Iran on February 28. The agency said the growing conflict has created a serious humanitarian crisis, leaving thousands of families and children caught in the middle. Data…
Pakistan IMF Economic Talks 2026 moved forward this week as officials from Islamabad and the International Monetary Fund held detailed discussions on the next review of the country’s financial programme. Both sides reported meaningful progress, but they have not reached a staff-level agreement yet. The Pakistan IMF Economic Talks 2026 focused on the third review of the country’s Extended Fund Facility. Officials also examined broader economic challenges that could affect Pakistan in the coming months. The IMF said discussions will continue in the coming days as both sides work to finalize the review process. IMF mission chief Iva Petrova said…
Attacks on oil tankers in Gulf waters intensified on Wednesday after explosive-laden boats believed to be linked to Iran struck two fuel tankers near Iraqi waters. The explosions set both vessels on fire and left at least one crew member dead, according to port officials and maritime security companies. The latest attacks on oil tankers in Gulf waters signal a dangerous escalation in the ongoing confrontation between Iran and US-Israeli forces. Since the conflict began, at least 16 ships have been hit in different incidents across the region. The vessels targeted during the late-night assault were the Marshall Islands-flagged Safesea…
The United States has intensified its military actions in the Gulf after US strikes Iranian mine-laying boats near the Strait of Hormuz. American military officials said the operation targeted vessels believed to be involved in placing mines in the strategic waterway. According to the US Central Command, forces struck Iranian mine-laying boats and destroyed 16 vessels operating near the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday. Earlier, President Donald Trump said the US had already destroyed 10 inactive mine-laying vessels in the same area. The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the world’s most important oil routes. Nearly one-fifth of global oil…
The federal government has introduced Pakistan government offices new working days, bringing a major change to the routine of public sector institutions. Under the new arrangement, government offices will now operate only from Monday to Thursday. A notification issued by the Cabinet Division confirmed the decision and said the policy takes effect immediately. With Pakistan government offices new working days, all federal offices will remain closed on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The move forms part of a broader effort to reduce government spending. Officials say the change aims to support the austerity measures recently announced by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.…
Iran has launched the 37th wave of strikes on Israel, signaling a sharp escalation in the ongoing conflict that has already shaken the region for nearly two weeks. Iranian officials say the latest attacks come in response to recent strikes on residential areas that Tehran claims have killed more than 1,300 civilians and damaged thousands of civilian locations. A spokesperson for Iran’s armed forces said the country remains committed to strong retaliatory action. According to officials, the 37th wave of strikes on Israel involved the advanced Khorramshahr-4 hypersonic missile, also known as the Kheibar missile. Iranian sources claim the missile…
A significant step toward easing regional tensions has emerged as back-channel diplomacy between Pakistan and Afghanistan gets underway. A three-member delegation from Islamabad arrived in Kabul to open informal talks aimed at reducing the growing strains between the two neighboring countries. Sources say this back-channel diplomacy between Pakistan and Afghanistan will focus on critical issues such as border disputes, security concerns, and trade barriers. By starting informal discussions, the delegation hopes to pave the way for broader and more formal peace negotiations in the future. Diplomatic insiders also revealed that the United States has advised Pakistan against escalating tensions. According…
