PM Shehbaz Says Terrorism in KP, Balochistan Backed by Enemy States
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has alleged that hostile countries are behind terrorism in Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, claiming that militants affiliated with Fitna al-Khawarij are receiving resources from enemy states. Addressing participants of the Balochistan National Workshop, the prime minister said there was no doubt that Balochistan was home
49 Militants Killed in Intelligence-Based Operations in KP and Balochistan: ISPR
ISLAMABAD: Security forces and police have killed 49 militants in a series of intelligence-based operations conducted in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan over the past few days, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). The military’s media wing said the operations were carried out to disrupt militant networks and prevent attempts
Big Change Proposed for MDCAT as KP Cabinet Considers ETEA Plan
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) cabinet is set to consider a proposal to conduct the Medical and Dental College Admission Test (MDCAT) through the Educational Testing and Evaluation Agency (ETEA) at its meeting today. The meeting, chaired by Chief Minister Sohail Afridi, will discuss a range of administrative, financial and
Govt Extends Passport Office Hours Until Midnight at 8 Major Regional Offices
ISLAMABAD: Citizens seeking to obtain passports have been given additional relief as the government has extended working hours at eight major regional passport offices across the country. The first shift will be from 8am to 4pm, whereas the second shift will be from 4pm to 12am. This new policy came
Mountaineer Asma Mushtaq Dies After Summiting Spantik Peak
ISLAMABAD: Travel vlogger and mountaineer Asma Mushtaq has died after successfully summiting Spantik, a 7,027-metre peak in the Karakoram mountain range, during a recent climbing expedition. Asma was born on February 7, 1992. Known as a passionate mountain lover and adventurer in the mountaineering circles of Pakistan, she was famous
Why did China oppose new US Sanctions on Iran?
BEIJING: China has strongly opposed the new round of US sanctions imposed on Iran, urging both parties to seek a resolution through political and diplomatic channels. According to a spokesperson for the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, such sanctions lack any basis in international law because they have not been
PHC summons Controller of Examinations over awarding zero marks to candidate
PESHAWAR: The Peshawar High Court (PHC) has issued a written order summoning the Controller of Examinations in a case concerning a student who was inexplicably awarded zero marks in his biology theory paper. During the hearing, the court directed the relevant examination board authorities to produce the original biology answer
Gold prices further increased in Pakistan,check latest prices here
ISLAMABAD: The upward momentum in the local bullion market persisted as the price of gold in Pakistan registered a significant increase of Rs 5,200 per tola. According to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA), the latest updated rates are as follows Per Tola (24-Karat): Rs 477,136 (an increase
Govt announces Public Holiday on August 26
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has announced a public holiday across Pakistan on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 to mark Eid Milad-un-Nabi(SAW), the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad(SAW). According to a notification issued by the Cabinet Division following the Prime Minister’s approval, all government and private institutions will remain closed nationwide on
Fresh review petition filed against Imran Khan’s Hospital transfer order
ISLAMABAD: A new miscellaneous review petition has been filed against the Supreme Court’s decision to transfer PTI founder Imran Khan to hospital, sources said. According to sources, the review petition was filed by the Chief Commissioner, Islamabad. The petition was submitted to the Registrar’s Office after addressing earlier objections. In the
