Mobile Networks and Internet to Face Blackout in Major Cities on Sept 26–27
ISLAMABAD: Authorities have decided to suspend mobile phone and internet services in the twin cities of Islamabad and Rawalpindi, as well as the Attock district, on September 26 and 27, 2026, in response to Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) anticipated long march. According to an ARY news report, the decision was finalized
Abrar Ahmed Dethrones Rashid Khan to Become World’s No. 1 T20
ISLAMABAD: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has released the latest T20 player rankings, with Pakistan’s mystery spinner Abrar Ahmed seizing the number one position by dethroning Afghanistan’s Rashid Khan. This marks the first time in his career that Abrar Ahmed has climbed to the top of the T20I bowling charts,
Lt Gen (R) Nauman Mahmud Named Secretary General of Makkah Defense Pact
ISLAMABAD: The Government of Pakistan has officially announced the appointment of Lieutenant General Nauman Mahmood, Hilal-e-Imtiaz (Military), (Retired), as the first Secretary General of the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement (MJDA). According to a press statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Office of the Spokesperson), the newly appointed Secretary
Proposed KP Police Act 2026: Police Reforms or Political Control?
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government’s proposed Police Act 2026 introduces fundamental changes to the police’s administrative framework, policymaking, oversight, accountability, recruitments and the appointment system of high-ranking officers. Under the proposed legislation, the role of the provincial government and the Chief Minister over the police force will increase significantly.
PHC Stops Deportation of Afghan Trainee Doctors, Seeks PMDC Response
PESHAWAR: The Peshawar High Court (PHC) has directed authorities not to deport Afghan trainee doctors currently undergoing medical training in Pakistan until the next hearing. The order was issued by a two-member bench comprising Justice Ijaz Anwar and Justice Kamran Hayat Miankhel while hearing petitions challenging the proposed deportation of
Gold price drops, check latest rates here
The price of gold in Pakistan and the global market continues to witness a downward trend for the fourth consecutive day. The price of 24-karat gold per tola fell by another Rs1,800 on Wednesday, bringing the new rate to Rs453,936, according to the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association. Similarly,
Peshawar Police on high alert amid drone threats
PESHAWAR: In view of drone attacks and security threats in Peshawar, it has been decided to put security on high alert across the district and intensify search operations in suburban and sensitive areas. In this regard, a meeting of senior police officers was held yesterday under the chairmanship of CCPO
Security forces shot down eight drones intruded into Pakistan’s airspace from Afghanistan soil
RAWALPINDI : Eight drones from the Afghan Taliban regime intruded into Pakistan’s airspace this morning, however, Pakistan Armed Forces’ active and vigilant air defence system shot down all the drones, security sources confirmed. The Shaheens of Pakistan Armed Forces and Pakistan Air Force professionally foiled the cowardly attempt by the
KP CM convenes emergency meeting of the provincial cabinet
Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Muhammad Sohail Afridi has convened an emergency meeting of the provincial cabinet today 2:00 PM. Sources said that that the agenda for the cabinet meeting has not yet been prepared, however, the meeting is expected to consider a major law regarding the powers of the Police.
NCCIA takes action against fraudulent call centre
National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency has registered two separate cases against 206 suspects, including 12 foreign nationals, following raids on illegal call centres allegedly involved in organised online fraud. The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has registered two separate cases against 206 suspects, including 12 foreign nationals, following raids
