HANGU: A convoy carrying relief goods has finally departed for Kurram after being stuck in Tal for several days. The convoy will deliver essential supplies to the residents of Bagan, a part of Kurram district facing severe challenges. Officials confirmed this to the media on Wednesday. The Fata Disaster Management Authority (FDMA) has sent 10 vehicles with vital goods such as tents, mattresses, blankets, kitchen sets, and other necessary items. This is just the first phase of the relief operation. In addition to this, another convoy with food supplies is expected to leave for Parachinar today. Officials mentioned that two…
Author: Web Desk
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Army Chief General Asim Munir, and Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai are among several Pakistanis featured in the 2025 list of the “500 Most Influential Muslims.” The annual publication, known as “The Muslim 500,” highlights the most impactful Muslim figures globally. Published by the Royal Islamic Strategic Studies Center in Amman, Jordan, the list evaluates individuals based on their cultural, ideological, political, financial, or other contributions to the Muslim Ummah. It has been released annually since 2009, recognizing those who significantly influence the global Muslim community. This year, the publication features a diverse group of Pakistanis, including…
Three soldiers embraced martyrdom, and 19 terrorists were killed in three separate military operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, according to the military’s media wing. The operations were carried out on January 6 and 7, as confirmed by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). The martyred soldiers were identified as Lance Havaldar Abbas Ali, 38, from Ghizer, Naik Muhammad Nazir, 37, from Skardu, and Naik Muhammad Usman, 37, from Attock. They lost their lives during an exchange of fire with terrorists in Karak. During this operation, three members of the banned group Fitna Al Khawarij were eliminated. In another operation, security forces acted…
Five days after a peace agreement was signed, supply convoys to Parachinar are still waiting for clearance. Twenty-nine trucks loaded with goods remain stranded at the Tull Kent compound. Meanwhile, 51 trucks have already returned to Peshawar. Last night, a rocket was fired at a village. Fortunately, no casualties were reported. The district administration is working to secure the Kurram Highway. Negotiations with local tribal leaders are ongoing in Thal. Officials assure that relief supplies will be dispatched once security arrangements on the Parachinar Highway are finalized. For 94 days, the main road connecting Kurram district to other regions has…
On Tuesday, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) had rolled over a $2 billion loan deposit. This move provided Pakistan with a significant boost towards achieving economic stability. After two years of fiscal struggles, Pakistan is now seeing improvement. Foreign exchange reserves are rising steadily, and political stability is making headway. The prime minister shared details of a meeting with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, where the leader of the Gulf nation proposed extending the loan. PM Shehbaz recalled, “He told me that the $2 billion Pakistan owed in January would be…
Residents of Kurram are still waiting for relief goods as the aid convoy remains stranded due to heightened tensions after last week’s attack on the deputy commissioner. The convoy, initially scheduled to deliver supplies on January 4, has been stuck in Tal for the fourth consecutive day. The Tal-Parachinar Road is still closed today (Tuesday), preventing its departure. Concerns are growing that perishable items like vegetables and fruits may spoil. The administration has stated that if the convoy moves, a curfew will be enforced from Chapri Check Post to Tari Mangal. Authorities had already announced a curfew along the highway…
LAHORE: The Lahore accountability court has formally indicted Parvez Elahi, President of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), in a corruption case filed by the National Accountability Bureau (NAB). Parvez Elahi, the former chief minister of Punjab, denied all charges brought against him during the court hearing. Witnesses have been summoned for the next session. The senior politician, along with his son Moonis Elahi and several others, is accused of approving illegal development schemes. According to NAB, these actions led to over Rs1 billion in losses to the national treasury. NAB further alleged that Parvez Elahi and his son secured bribes by awarding…
Pakistan has taken a significant step toward digital transformation with the introduction of the Digital Nation Pakistan Act. This key legislation was presented to parliament in December 2024. It aims to modernize government services and strengthen the country’s digital infrastructure. The Act provides a framework for issuing secure digital identities to all citizens. It also consolidates government services on a single, centralized platform. This initiative seeks to improve service delivery while maintaining strict data protection standards. The legislation promotes transparency and accountability in governance through advanced digital systems. It outlines steps to create a secure digital ecosystem for public services…
ISLAMABAD: Justice Muhammad Ali Mazhar of the Supreme Court clarified on Tuesday that civilians would not face military court trials merely for standing near army checkpoints. However, they could be tried in military courts if they committed offences listed under the Army Act. This statement was made during a constitutional bench hearing. The case revolves around appeals against decisions that allowed military court trials for civilians. Justice Musarrat Hilali expressed concerns about the “extension of powers” to try civilians under the Army Act. She questioned whether such trials were permissible. Khawaja Haris, representing the Ministry of Defence, argued that the…
The Government of Pakistan is actively driving several significant development projects in Gilgit-Baltistan, aiming to enhance infrastructure, energy, education, and social progress. These efforts are set to uplift the region in multiple ways, addressing key challenges and boosting regional growth. A key initiative is the 100 MW solar power project in Gilgit-Baltistan, designed to promote sustainable energy. This project will allocate 40 MW to Gilgit and 20 MW to Skardu, Chilas, and Ghanche. The government has also launched a 16 MW hydropower project, Naltar-III, which will meet the energy demands of Gilgit city and nearby areas. This project is expected…
