Mahrang-linked Attaullah is mastermind behind Jiwani attack
Another suicide bomber associated with Mahrang Lango turned out to be the mastermind of attack on Jiwani security check-post in Baluchistan on Friday. According to sources, the suicide bomber who has been identified as Attaullah, son of Gaaji Khan, resident of Adarna. He has been listed in a missing persons
IPP appoints Sardar Tanveer as AJK president
The Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party (IPP) has announced Sardar Tanveer as its new president for Azad Jammu and Kashmir on Friday. In this connection an official notification, said that former AJK prime minister Sardar Tanveer Ilyas has been appointed as President, and Nisar Ansar Abdali is named as the General Secretary of
Govt Announces Cut in Petrol Price, Notification Issued
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has announced a reduction in the prices of petroleum products, providing relief to the public. According to a notification issued by the Ministry of Energy (Petroleum Division), the new prices will be applicable from July 4, 2026. According to the notification, the price of motor spirit
Unauthorized Quadcopter Downed in Rawalpindi-Islamabad, Owner Arrested
ISLAMABAD: Security authorities brought down an unauthorized quadcopter using soft-kill measures after it was flown without permission in the Rawalpindi-Islamabad area, sources said. According to the sources, the quadcopter belonged to a private citizen who reportedly operated the device as a hobby. The aircraft was detected and neutralized through non-destructive
No Mobile Tax Instalment Scheme Announced, PTA Clarifies
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has termed the notification circulating on social media as completely fake and misleading, which claimed that the tax imposed on mobile devices can now be paid in instalments. The authority has categorically clarified that no such notification has been issued by it, so the
KP Launches Digital Driving Licence for Mobile Users
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government has launched an electronic driving licence, allowing motorists to carry and present their licences digitally through their mobile phones. The initiative has been introduced in collaboration with the provincial Transport Department, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Information Technology Board (KPITB) and the Dastak digital platform. As
Iran Praises Pakistan’s Mediation, Affirms Strong Bilateral Ties
TEHRAN: Iran has expressed gratitude to Pakistan for its diplomatic role, with Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei saying the strong bond between the two neighboring countries reflects a longstanding relationship built on mutual trust and respect. Speaking to the media, Baghaei said the affection between the people and governments of
Security Post Targeted in Terror Attack in Jiwani, 4 Militants Killed
QUETTA: Security forces repelled a militant attack on an anti-smuggling checkpoint in the Panwan area of Jiwani, officials said, with four attackers reportedly killed during the exchange of fire. According to security sources, the post had been established on a key route used to curb smuggling activities. Officials said the
YouTube Shorts Introduces Features for Photo Posts and Slideshows
SAN FRANCISCO: YouTube has introduced a series of new features for its Shorts platform, enabling users to create and share photo-based content more easily, in a move that further aligns the service with rivals such as Instagram and TikTok. According to the information provided by the corporation, it will now
Zhob Deadly Bus Crash: Survivor Alleges Driver Deliberately Drove Coach into Ravine
QUETTA: A survivor of the deadly bus crash in Balochistan’s Zhob district has alleged that the driver deliberately drove the passenger coach into a ravine following a dispute with passengers. According to the video statement of the survivor who is badly injured in the accident, the driver was carrying containers
