RAWALPINDI: The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) announced on Thursday that 19 convicts had their sentences pardoned after filing mercy petitions. A total of 67 individuals submitted appeals for clemency. Out of these, 48 petitions were referred to the Courts of Appeal, while 19 appeals were approved purely on humanitarian grounds and within the framework of the law, the military’s media wing revealed. The ISPR further stated that the remaining appeals would be decided following legal procedures. The 19 individuals whose appeals were accepted would be released once the procedural formalities were complete. In April 2024, 20 convicts were also pardoned…
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The Pakistan Army, Frontier Corps Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and the district administration are fostering healthy activities for tribal youth. Inspector General Frontier Corps (IGFC) North, Major General Anjum Riaz, extended a special invitation to cricket teams from Khyber and Bajaur. He encouraged them to showcase their best performance in the Inter-District T20 Cricket Tournament held in North Waziristan. To further inspire these players, he invited them to visit Qila Bala Hissar in Peshawar. Major General Anjum Riaz congratulated both teams for their efforts. He also presented them with prizes during a ceremony. Speaking to the young players, the IGFC emphasized the…
ISLAMABAD: The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has terminated 35 of its officers and personnel for their involvement in human smuggling. This decisive action follows incidents where boats carrying migrants sank in the Mediterranean Sea off the coast of Greece, as reported by Khyber News TV. Cases have also been registered against 13 FIA constables. Their negligence or complicity allegedly aided human traffickers in sending people abroad illegally. The FIA revealed that Director General Ahmad Ishaq Jahangir ordered a departmental inquiry against 49 officials linked to human trafficking. Following the inquiry, four inspectors, 10 sub-inspectors, two assistant sub-inspectors, five head constables,…
KOHAT: The warring tribes in Kurram have finally signed a 14-point peace agreement. This historic accord, reached after days of negotiations, aims to restore peace in the conflict-hit area, said Jirga member Malik Sawab Khan on Wednesday. A grand peace jirga was held at Kohat Fort to mediate the talks between the rival tribes. Major General Zulfiqar Bhatti, GOC 9 Division, supervised the discussions. The primary goal was to end the violence that has plagued the district, claiming over 130 lives since November. Despite several temporary truces over the past year, tribal elders struggled to resolve the conflict permanently. Last…
The Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives, Prof. Ahsan Iqbal, inaugurated the field operations for Pakistan’s 7th Agricultural Census today. The census, titled “The Integrated Digital Count,” was organized by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). The launch event took place in the Auditorium of the Ministry of Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives. During the event, the Minister also unveiled a new digital dashboard for real-time monitoring of census progress and data analysis. This initiative underscores the government’s commitment to addressing economic challenges and aligning Pakistan’s agricultural sector with international practices. It aims to ensure sustainable development, enhance food…
An American newspaper has exposed India’s disturbing role in terrorism and targeted killings in Pakistan. The report sheds light on India’s involvement in serious human rights violations on a global level. The international journal Washington Post has revealed how India sponsors terrorism. According to the report, India carries out targeted killings in Pakistan through its intelligence agency, RAW, using hired assassins and Afghan weapons. The report highlights that RAW has orchestrated the killings of at least six individuals in Pakistan. In April, two masked men killed Aamir Sarfaraz, also known as Tamba, in Lahore. This murder was part of India’s…
Remittances sent by Pakistanis living in Germany showed a remarkable growth of 25.1% year-on-year during the first five months of the current fiscal year. Data released by the State Bank of Pakistan highlights that Pakistanis working in Germany sent $285 million in foreign exchange between July and November 2024. This figure marks a significant rise compared to $227.8 million during the same period last year. The month of November 2024 saw remittances from Germany reach $44.4 million. However, this was lower than the $58.3 million recorded in October 2024 and $52.5 million in November 2023. On a broader scale, the…
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has introduced an ambitious economic reforms package named “Uraan Pakistan.” The five-year National Economic Transformation Plan focuses on achieving sustainable growth. It emphasizes the 5Es: Exports, E-Pakistan, Environment, Energy, and Equity. The launch ceremony in Islamabad was attended by Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, federal ministers, governors of Balochistan and KP, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, diplomats, and business leaders. PM Shehbaz began his speech by calling the day a “great moment.” He praised the detailed presentations by the finance and planning ministers and the deputy prime minister. “In the last nine months, we faced…
The Gilgit Anti-Terrorism Court has sentenced Khalid Khurshid, the former Chief Minister of Gilgit-Baltistan (GB), to 34 years in prison. This verdict came in a case where he was accused of making threats of serious consequences. The court ruled that Khalid Khurshid was guilty and imposed a fine of Rs 600,000 alongside the prison sentence. It instructed the IG Police to arrest him and ensure his transfer to jail. Additionally, the court ordered that his identity card be blocked. The case originated from an incident on May 26, 2024, when Khalid Khurshid allegedly threatened security agencies during a rally. He…
The Balochistan government has enforced Section 144 across the province to prevent highway blockages. This step aims to ensure smooth traffic flow on national roads. The decision comes after recent protests disrupted travel on several highways. During a press conference on Monday, government spokesperson Shahid Rind addressed the issue. He shared that the chief minister had taken serious notice of these highway blockages. Political parties and other groups have been organizing protests, causing severe inconvenience for travelers. This disruption has particularly affected passengers using coaches and other public transport. Rind highlighted the government’s commitment to resolving public concerns. He assured…
