Two drones intercepted near Rawalpindi, no damage reported
ISLAMABAD: A senior Pakistani official has confirmed that two unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) were shot down by air defence systems today after loitering in the vicinity of Faizabad, an area adjacent to Rawalpindi. The incident occurred at the critical confluence of Rawalpindi. According to official sources, the drones were detected
PML-N stalwart Nehal Hashmi takes oath as Governor of Sindh
KARACHI: Nehal Hashmi, a senior leader of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), took the oath of office as the Governor of Sindh on Friday, a day after his unexpected appointment to the role. The swearing-in ceremony, held at the Governor’s House, was conducted by Sindh High Court Chief Justice Zafar
Shehbaz Sharif approves decision on petroleum prices
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced a decision to maintain current petroleum prices, providing significant relief to the public currently grappling with high inflation. The Prime Minister said that the move is intended to alleviate the financial burden on the common man, stating that the government remains determined to
Pakistan hits militant bases in Afghanistan, 663 terrorists killed so far
RAWALPINDI: Pakistan’s security forces conducted a series of precise airstrikes against high-value terrorist installations and militant infrastructure inside Afghanistan during the wee hours of Friday, as “Operation Ghazb-lil-Haq” continues to intensify. The intelligence-based operations targeted strategic locations in Kabul, Paktia, and Kandahar, successfully neutralising logistical bases, ammunition depots, and training
KP CM warns of consequences if Imran Khan denied medical care
ISLAMABAD: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Muhammad Sohail Afridi on Friday issued a stern warning to the federal government, holding the “ruling clique” and its handlers responsible for any harm that might befall PTI Chairman Imran Khan due to a lack of medical attention. Addressing a high-stakes press conference at Pakhtunkhwa
Pakistan set big target for Bangladesh in 2nd ODI
Pakistan has set a target of 275 runs for Bangladesh in the second One-Day International at the Sher-e-Bangla Stadium. After winning the toss and opting to bowl first, Bangladesh captain Mehdi Hasan saw his decision pay off as the Pakistani team was bowled out for 274 on the third ball
Heavy rain, hailstorm likely in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa as PDMA issues alert
PESHAWAR: The Meteorological Department has predicted rain and hailstorms with strong winds and thunderstorms in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit Baltistan and Kashmir. According to officials, a series of westerly winds will enter the northwestern part of the country on Saturday evening, due to which there is a possibility of strong winds
Evidence surfaces of Indian funding behind PTM protests
Pashtun Tahafuz Movement (PTM) allegedly received around £11,000 from an Indian account on March 8, 2026, for a call of protest in London. The nexus between India and PTM has been exposed widely. According to available evidence, PTM UK Deputy Chief Executive Shahid Kakar received around £11,000 from an Indian
Islamabad High Court orders Imran Khan’s medical check-up
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court has ordered the formation of a new medical board for the examination of Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) founder and former Prime Minister Imran Khan. The board is directed to work under the supervision of the Chief Commissioner Islamabad, with the inclusion of Dr Nadeem Qureshi, to
Woman loses life, five injured at BISP cash disbursement point
A woman was killed, and five others were injured on Thursday when a shop wall collapsed under the weight of a large crowd gathered to receive Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) instalments in the Kuz Kana area of Shangla. According to the Rescue 1122, women who came from various parts
