Three TTP Terrorists Killed in CTD Operation in Karachi KARACHI: The Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) has killed three terrorists from the banned Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) during an intelligence-based operation in Karachi. According to DSP Raja Umar Khattab, the raid was carried out after receiving reports that TTP members were hiding in a house. During the operation, […]
Dar, Rubio Hold Key Talks to Boost Pakistan-US Relations WASHINGTON, DC – Deputy Prime Minister of Pakistan Ishaq Dar met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Washington to discuss ways to improve Pakistan-US relations. This was their first face-to-face meeting after earlier phone calls. US officials welcomed Ishaq Dar at the State Department. Pakistan’s […]
Free Parking Announced Across Karachi KARACHI – Good news for drivers in Karachi! The Sindh government has officially ended parking fees on public roads across the city. This step follows the vision of Mayor Murtaza Wahab, who promised free parking for all. A new notification by the Local Government Department now bans parking charges in […]
Severe monsoon rains have triggered devastating floods across northern Pakistan, leaving at least 10 to 12 people missing in Gilgit-Baltistan, according to officials. A spokesperson confirmed ongoing search and rescue operations in the region, which has seen widespread destruction. Over 500 houses have been destroyed, along with more than 12 kilometers of road infrastructure. The […]
Pakistan, Afghanistan Sign Preferential Trade Agreement to Slash Tariffs Pakistan and Afghanistan have signed a landmark Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA) aimed at boosting bilateral trade by significantly reducing tariffs on select agricultural products. The agreement was formally signed on Wednesday in Islamabad by Pakistan’s Commerce Secretary Jawad Paul and Afghan Deputy Minister for Commerce and […]
Balochistan Honor Killing: Victim’s Mother Defends Tribal Chief, PM Orders Investigation QUETTA – A disturbing twist has emerged in the high-profile Balochistan honour killing case, as the mother of the slain woman, Bano, defended the murder and publicly urged authorities to release tribal leader Sardar Sher Baz Satakzai. In a video statement that has sparked […]
Over 250 Tourists Rescued Amid Flash Floods in Gilgit-Baltistan, Search for Missing Continues GILGIT-BALTISTAN – Rescue teams have successfully evacuated nearly 250 tourists to safer locations following severe flash floods triggered by a cloudburst in the region. The joint operation, involving local volunteers, police, district administration, and the Pakistan Army, continues as officials search for […]
ATC Convicts Protesters Over May 9 Violence in Mianwali MIANWALI – An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) has sentenced several individuals, including Ahmed Khan Bachar, in connection with the violent protests that erupted on May 9, 2023, following the arrest of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan. ATC Judge Muhammad Naeem Sheikh announced the verdict on Monday […]
Flash Floods in Chilas Sweep Away Tourist Vehicles; 5 Dead, Dozens Missing CHILAS – Torrential rains triggered devastating flash floods in Chilas, Gilgit-Baltistan, sweeping away over 15 tourist vehicles and leaving several individuals missing. Rescue teams have so far recovered five bodies and successfully rescued four people, while a large-scale search operation continues. According to […]
Balochistan Honor Killing: BHC Summons Top Officials, 11 Arrested Including Tribal Chief QUETTA – The Balochistan High Court (BHC) Chief Justice has summoned the Additional Chief Secretary (Home) and the Inspector General of Police on July 22, seeking an explanation over the recent honor killing of a couple that shocked the nation. The brutal killings, […]