Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has established a special task force to tackle human trafficking in Pakistan. He announced that he will personally lead this initiative in light of the alarming increase in migrant boat tragedies involving Pakistani nationals. “We will ensure that those involved in human trafficking are brought to justice,” the prime minister said during a review meeting on Friday. The meeting focused on the actions needed to curb illegal immigration and dismantle smuggling networks in the country. The prime minister emphasized the urgent need to accelerate the arrest of human traffickers. He instructed all relevant departments, including…
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Pakistan spinners showcased a remarkable performance in the final Test against the West Indies at the Multan Cricket Stadium on Saturday. The spin-friendly pitch, which had helped Pakistan win the previous match, once again proved decisive. The day started with the West Indies opting to bat first. However, their batting line-up struggled against Pakistan’s lethal spin attack. Noman Ali and Sajid Khan were the standout bowlers, completely dismantling the visiting side. West Indies captain Kraigg Brathwaite and six other batters failed to reach double digits. The collapse highlighted the dominance of the Pakistan spinners. Despite losing seven wickets early, Kavem…
Quetta: Several surrendered terrorist commanders addressed a press conference alongside Balochistan’s provincial ministers and the DIG CTD. They announced their surrender to the state of Pakistan and renounced their association with various terrorist organizations. Prominent figures among the surrendered commanders include Najibullah, also known as Darwish and Adam, and Abdul Rashid, also known as Khudaidad and Kamash. Speaking at the event, Najibullah admitted to causing significant harm to Pakistan and its security forces. He revealed that separatist organizations exploited the emotions of the Baloch people to incite rebellion against Pakistan. “I joined the organization at the young age of 14.…
The chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) announced on Thursday that he is seeking arrest warrants against top Taliban leaders in Afghanistan. These charges relate to the persecution of women, which is classified as a crime against humanity. Karim Khan, the ICC’s prosecutor, stated that there are strong grounds to suspect Taliban Supreme Leader Hibatullah Akhundzada and the group’s Chief Justice Abdul Hakim Haqqani of committing the crime of persecution on gender grounds. He highlighted that women, girls, and the LGBTQ community in Afghanistan face unprecedented and ongoing persecution under the Taliban regime. Khan emphasized, “Our action signals…
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has once again reversed its stance on ongoing negotiations with the government, highlighting its trademark U-turns under the leadership of Imran Khan. The party, which had earlier called off the talks, now claims discussions are merely “on hold.” Speaking to the media at Parliament House, Barrister Gohar revealed PTI’s two key demands: the formation of a judicial commission to investigate the May 9 riots and last year’s November protests in Islamabad, and the release of “political prisoners.” This contradicts the PTI chairman’s earlier announcement that no further negotiations would take place due to the government’s…
The Pakistan Army successfully stopped an infiltration attempt by militants near the Pak-Afghan border in Zhob district, Balochistan. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), six militants were neutralised during the operation. The ISPR stated that security forces had prior intelligence about the movement of militants, identified as Khwarij, in the Sambaza area of Zhob. Acting on this information, the Pakistan Army intercepted the group before they could cross the border. The operation led to the elimination of six militants. A large stockpile of weapons, ammunition, and explosives was recovered from the location. In its statement, the ISPR emphasized Pakistan’s…
Residents of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have strongly criticized Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur’s decision to send a delegation of tribal elders to Afghanistan. They argue that the provincial government should prioritize local development over diplomatic efforts. Public frustration centers on key issues like rising unemployment, crumbling infrastructure, poor access to education, and inadequate healthcare facilities. Many citizens have expressed disappointment, highlighting the urgent need for action to address these critical challenges. Residents believe the government must focus on creating jobs, improving schools, upgrading healthcare services, and ensuring peace and security. They emphasize that addressing these issues would significantly improve living conditions.…
Authorities are preparing to implement an ambitious investment promotion strategy. This effort will be a collaboration between the National Institute of Public Administration (NIPA) and the Pakistan Administrative Staff College. The plan aims to boost industrial investment and accelerate economic growth. The Special Investment Facilitation Center (SIFC) will lead this transformative initiative. It will introduce “Business Facilitation Centers” to simplify investment processes. These centers are designed to attract both local and international capital. Key elements of the investment promotion strategy include: Forming joint working groups to explore opportunities for domestic and foreign investments. Creating a roadmap to remove barriers to…
In the Toshakhana 2 case, Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, failed to secure immediate relief from the Islamabad High Court (IHC). Justice Raja Inam Amin Munhas heard the acquittal pleas filed by both the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder and his wife. The court issued notices to the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), seeking a response to the requests by January 28. During the hearing, the defense counsel for Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi requested a transfer of the case to another bench. Lawyer Salman Safdar argued that Justice Mian Gul Hassan Aurangzeb had previously handled five petitions related to…
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur announced plans to send a delegation of tribal elders to Afghanistan for peace talks. Speaking in Dera Ismail Khan, he claimed the federal government had failed to achieve meaningful progress with Afghanistan and asserted that provincial efforts could resolve the issue through negotiations. This statement has sparked a constitutional debate. Under Pakistan’s Constitution, foreign policy and international relations fall exclusively under the federal government’s domain. Provinces do not possess the authority to engage in foreign affairs or diplomacy independently. Critics argue that Gandapur’s announcement disregards these legal boundaries. His declaration to send…
