In Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Inspector General of Police, Akhtar Hayat Gandapur, has ordered regional police officers (RPOs) to stay out of political matters. He sent a letter to the RPOs telling them not to get involved in any political activities. This comes after the KP Chief Secretary, Nadeem Aslam Chaudhry, issued a similar warning to provincial officials, including the police. In his letter, Chaudhry made it clear that police and administrative officers must only follow orders that align with the Constitution. He stated that no public servant should support any political party or activity in any way, either directly or…
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Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Imran Khan recently revealed that the government offered him a chance to delay his planned protest in Islamabad. However, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi quickly rejected this claim. Naqvi stated that there had been no negotiations with the former prime minister or his party. The interior minister explained that the government does not engage in talks under threats. “There are no talks. Negotiations cannot happen when threats are involved,” Naqvi said while speaking to the press. He clarified that although he supports talks, they can’t take place if someone is using pressure tactics. This statement came after…
In a recent act of violence, at least 50 people, including a woman, were killed when gunmen opened fire on passenger vehicles in the Ochat area of Kurram district. Police confirmed the incident to the media on Thursday. The convoy was traveling from Parachinar to Peshawar when it was targeted by the assailants. Several people were injured in the attack, including three women. The ongoing violence in the region has escalated in recent months, causing severe problems for the local population. The district has seen ongoing clashes between various tribes and groups. These conflicts have resulted in the loss of…
Recent meetings have taken place between government officials and representatives of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), focusing on the possibility of initiating a negotiation process. These talks were sparked by an earlier contact between both sides. The aim is to discuss whether a formal negotiation process could begin. If an agreement is made in the coming days, it could result in PTI calling off its planned protest march on November 24. However, before any formal dialogue begins, those involved in the discussions will need to get approval from their top leaderships. For PTI, this means Imran Khan will need to approve the…
Imran Khan, the leader of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), has faced a fresh legal setback, even after being granted bail in the Toshakhana case. The Rawalpindi police registered a new case against him late Wednesday, following his release in a different matter. Thanks to the Islamabad High Court (IHC), Imran was granted bail in the Toshakhana case, where he was accused of mishandling state gifts. The court set his bail conditions at two surety bonds of Rs1 million each. Following this, it was confirmed that he no longer had any open cases in Islamabad’s jurisdiction. However, Rawalpindi police wasted no time…
Karachi: General Syed Asim Munir, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), has stated that protecting the ‘digital borders’ of Pakistan is just as crucial as ensuring the physical security of the country. He emphasized the importance of digital security in safeguarding both the nation and its citizens. During a speech to the business community in Karachi on Wednesday, the Army Chief expressed optimism about Pakistan’s economic future. He believes the country is on the right path to recovery. General Munir reiterated his earlier message to the business community: ‘hopelessness is forbidden.’ He highlighted the positive shift in Pakistan’s economic indicators,…
At least 12 security personnel embraced martyrdom in a suicide attack in the Bannu district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The incident occurred on November 19, as terrorists tried to strike a joint security post. According to the ISPR, a group of militants attempted to attack the post in the Mali Khel area. During the exchange of gunfire, six of the terrorists were killed. The soldiers managed to prevent the militants from entering the base. However, the terrorists then rammed an explosive-laden vehicle into the perimeter wall of the post. The explosion caused significant damage, including the collapse of part of the…
In light of a sharp increase in terrorism in Balochistan, Pakistan’s Apex Committee has officially approved a major military operation against terrorist groups operating in the region. The decision was made during a meeting on Tuesday. The committee is a top civil-military body led by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The operation will target terrorist groups such as the Majeed Brigade, BLA, BLF, and BRAS. These groups have been attacking civilians and foreign nationals. Their goal is to disrupt Pakistan’s economic progress by creating fear and instability. The attacks are believed to be driven by hostile foreign forces. The decision comes…
The United States has condemned the recent rise in terrorism in Pakistan, which includes the abduction of seven policemen in Bannu and an ambush on a military convoy near the Afghan border. US State Department Spokesperson Matthew Miller expressed solidarity with Pakistan, emphasizing the country’s ongoing struggle against terrorism. “We condemn all forms of terrorism,” Miller said in a press briefing. He expressed deep sympathy for the Pakistani people who have suffered so much due to terrorist violence. “Our hearts go out to the families and loved ones of those affected by these recent terrorist attacks,” he added. Miller reassured…
Pakistan has briefed China about the use of Afghan land by terrorist groups, including the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). Pakistani officials presented new evidence showing how these groups are threatening the region’s peace. The evidence was shared with China’s special envoy on Afghanistan, Ambassador Yue Xiaoyong, during his visit to Islamabad on Monday. This came just days after Russian special envoy Zamir Kabulov’s trip to the city to discuss Afghanistan’s situation with Pakistani leaders. A statement from Pakistan’s Foreign Office confirmed that Ambassador Yue met with Foreign Secretary Amna Baloch. He also had in-depth discussions with the Additional Foreign Secretary…
