This week in Pakistan
Pakistan's judiciary faced significant challenges this week, with the Islamabad High Court addressing delays in presidential approval for judicial appointments, leading to four Peshawar High Court judges ceasing their functions. Concurrently, concerns over press freedom escalated as the IHC intervened to protect a journalist from harassment, while human rights groups criticized new government rules for foreign media. Amidst these developments, the government raised petrol prices and reaffirmed its commitment to completing its five-year term, even as the PTI warned of a protest march.
About Pakistan
Pakistan, a South Asian nation, boasts a diverse geography ranging from the towering peaks of the Himalayas and Karakoram to vast deserts, alongside a rich cultural heritage evident in its Mughal architecture and ancient civilizations. While its media landscape is vibrant, it operates under significant influence from the military and intelligence establishment, leading to censorship and threats for journalists, particularly concerning security-related topics. This dynamic shapes the country's news coverage, often requiring careful navigation of information.
Visiting Pakistan
Media landscape
Pakistan's media environment is dynamic but classified as authoritarian, with the military and intelligence agencies exercising significant influence. Journalists frequently face threats and censorship, especially when reporting on security issues.
When consuming news from Pakistan, be aware that coverage, particularly on sensitive topics, may be influenced by state actors; consulting both Urdu and English-language outlets can offer varied perspectives.
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Trump Secretly Flew Smaller Jet From Turkiye Amid Iran Threat: Report
- U.S. President Donald Trump secretly traveled on a smaller jet out of Turkiye due to an assassination threat from Iran, according to a report. - The report claims Trump boarded Air Force One but traโฆ
PTI protests outside SC over Imran Khan's health, pending cases
- Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) protested outside the Supreme Court regarding Imran Khan's health and pending cases. - The party called off the demonstration after the registrar assured early hearingโฆ
Turkiye, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan ink new defense pact
- A new defense pact between Turkiye, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan has reshaped the regional strategic landscape. - The Makkah Joint Defence Agreement states an attack on one is an attack on all, aimingโฆ
Pakistan warns UN Security Council of 'tipping point' in occupied West Bank
- Pakistan urged the international community to pressure Israel to halt settlement expansion on Palestinian land, warning of a "dangerous tipping point." - UN Secretary-General Antรณnio Guterres statedโฆ
Mideast outreach
- Pakistan has reassured Iran that a new defense pact signed with Saudi Arabia and Turkey poses no threat to Tehran. - Pakistani officials stated the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement is solely for defenโฆ
Three Pakistanis die as multiple ships attacked in Gulf waters
- Three Pakistanis are among six individuals killed in separate ship attacks in the Red Sea and Gulf of Oman, escalating regional tensions. - Houthi rebels attacked a cargo vessel, the Tihamah, resultโฆ
Islamabad looking to breathe new life into mediation push
- Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met with Iranian officials in Tehran to revive stalled mediation efforts between Iran and the United States. - The discussions focused on the Islamabad Memoโฆ
Pakistan Cuts Petrol Price by Rs1.70, Raises Diesel by Rs1.39 Amid Daily Pricing Shift
- Pakistan's government reduced petrol prices by Rs1.70 per liter while increasing high-speed diesel (HSD) by Rs1.39. - New prices are Rs325.92 for petrol and Rs382.25 for HSD, with taxes remaining hiโฆ
Why the Middle East war still convulses the oil market
- Middle East conflict continues to cause volatility in oil markets, even after five months. - The Strait of Hormuz's vulnerability, though known, has surprised markets when Iran demonstrated its abilโฆ
Privatisation Commission approves financial adviser for outsourcing Karachi, Lahore airports
- Pakistan's Privatisation Commission has approved a financial adviser for the outsourcing of Karachi and Lahore airports. - A consortium led by EY-Parthenon was selected as the top bidder for the advโฆ
India probes flight plunge as pilot faces drug test scrutiny
- Indian investigators are examining evidence related to an Air India flight that experienced a sharp altitude loss mid-air. - The incident injured 24 people, and local media reports suggest the pilotโฆ
Death Toll Rises in Colombia Earthquake; Thousands Missing
- A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, leaving over 3,000 people missing and many trapped under rubble. - At least 179 people have died in four affected areas, with the government reporโฆ
President Zardari awards top military honor to National Strategic Command chief
- President Asif Ali Zardari awarded the Nishan-i-Imtiaz (Military) to General Aamer Raza, commander of the National Strategic Command. - The ceremony in Islamabad was attended by Prime Minister Shehbโฆ
At least 12 dead as loader rickshaw carrying wedding procession falls into canal in Kot Addu
- At least 12 people, including six children, died when a speeding loader rickshaw carrying a wedding procession fell into a canal. - The accident occurred Monday night in Kot Addu district when the rโฆ
Lahore hospitals report surge in gastroenteritis patients amid conflicting outbreak reports
- Lahore hospitals report a significant increase in gastroenteritis patients, with some cases showing severe complications like kidney failure and stroke. - Mayo Hospital is particularly affected, recโฆ
Man shot dead in Rawalpindi after allegedly firing on security forces
- A man was shot dead by police in Rawalpindi after allegedly opening fire on security personnel, injuring one official. - Police stated the attacker, identified as Muhammad Hussain, was affiliated wiโฆ
The Pakistan the world keeps missing
- Pakistan has a long history of adhering to international treaties and conventions, voluntarily adopting them to strengthen governance and integrate into the global economy. - The country is party toโฆ
'I hide to cry': Afghan fathers' torment as daughters are denied education
- Afghan fathers express deep despair and anguish over the Taliban's ban on girls' secondary education, which prevents them from pursuing higher learning. - Despite the Taliban's justification based oโฆ
Karachi youth jailed for one year for โspreading false, fabricated informationโ on social media to โincite violenceโ
- A Karachi court sentenced a young man to one year in prison for spreading false information online to incite violence during a protest. - The man, Muhammad Ibrahim, was convicted under Pakistan's Prโฆ
'Not an ordinary year': Pakistani students start receiving their CIE results for June series
- Pakistani students are receiving their Cambridge International Education (CIE) results for the June 2026 exam series. - Over 100,000 students from more than 850 schools participated in the exams. - โฆ
Colombia rescue efforts press on after earthquake; death toll stands at 164, expected to rise
- Rescue efforts continue in western Colombia after a powerful earthquake killed at least 164 people, with the death toll expected to rise. - The 7.4-magnitude quake struck early Monday, devastating cโฆ
The Shifting Ideologies of India's Young Protesters
- The article discusses the ideological shifts of young protesters in India, noting that they often come from families with different political leanings. - It examines how individuals can move betweenโฆ
President Zardari Approves High Court Judge Appointments After Delay
- President Asif Ali Zardari approved the appointment of additional judges to high courts after a delay. - The appointments cover the Lahore High Court, Sindh High Court, Peshawar High Court, Islamabaโฆ
Pakistan judicial appointment deadlock nears resolution after positive talks
- Legal teams for Pakistan's Presidency and government held positive talks to resolve a deadlock over judicial appointments. - The Islamabad High Court expressed concern over the delay and sought repoโฆ
Major earthquake claims 111 lives in Colombia
- A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, killing at least 111 people and injuring 87. - The quake, with its epicenter in the Choco region, caused buildings to collapse across sevโฆ
Pakistan Goods Transporters Strike Continues for Third Day Amidst Deadlocked Talks
- Goods transporters in Pakistan continue their strike for a third day, impacting cargo movement nationwide. - Key demands include increasing permissible weight limits for trucks, monthly diesel priceโฆ
Retrospective tax penalties unlawful: Supreme Court
- The Supreme Court ruled that retrospective tax penalties under the Income Tax Ordinance (ITO) 2001 are unlawful. - The court stated that sanctions cannot apply to assessments governed by a repealed โฆ
Govt Leaves Petrol, Diesel Prices Unchanged for Aug 11
- The government has decided to keep petrol and diesel prices unchanged for August 11. - Platts prices were not published on August 10, leading to the decision. - Fuel prices have fluctuated significaโฆ
PTI, TTAP Agree on Sept. 27 Long March to Islamabad: CM Afridi
- Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi announced that the PTI leadership and its ally TTAP support a long march to Islamabad on September 27. - Afridi addressed concerns about Imran Khan's โฆ
Peshawar High Court grants transit bail to Noreen Niazi in Peca case
- Noreen Niazi, sister of incarcerated PTI founder Imran Khan, received transit bail from the Peshawar High Court. - She is accused of making derogatory remarks against state institutions during a podโฆ
Major earthquake rocks Colombia and other countries, causing damage and injuries
- A powerful earthquake, with magnitudes reported differently by Colombian and U.S. geological services, struck Colombia and nearby countries. - The quake caused significant damage and injuries, with โฆ
Pak-Saudi-Turkiye defence pact โentirely for defensive purposesโ, not aggression
- Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey signed a joint defense agreement in Makkah on August 7. - Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif stated the pact is exclusively for defensive purposes and aims to strengtheโฆ
Pakistan opposition urges immediate appointment of new election chief
- Pakistan's opposition leader, Mehmood Khan Achakzai, urged Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to appoint a new chief election commissioner and two members for the Election Commission of Pakistan. - Achakโฆ
Three football confederations rebuke Infantino, say sport โbelongs to no individualโ
- Three football confederations, UEFA, CONCACAF, and AFC, criticized FIFA President Gianni Infantino over his handling of a proposed private investment plan. - The confederations stated that football โฆ
Terrorist attack on Upper Swat police post foiled; officials cite rising violence
- Police in Upper Swat, Pakistan, foiled a late-night terrorist attack on the Chatkekal police post. - Over a dozen terrorists surrounded the post and opened fire, but police retaliation forced them tโฆ
Afghanistan's gold rush upends lives, landscapes in northeastern Badakhshan province
- Gold mining operations in Afghanistan's northeastern Badakhshan province are transforming landscapes and disrupting villagers' lives. - Thousands of miners are extracting gold, driven by investors aโฆ
'Work is work, it has to be done': Brickmakers in Pakistan scorched by sun above and fire below
- Brickmakers in Pakistan face extreme heat from both the sun and traditional kilns burning over 1,000ยฐC. - Climate change exacerbates these harsh conditions, making summers even hotter in a country aโฆ
Security forces kill 5 terrorists in Balochistan operation
- Security forces killed five terrorists, including a key commander, in an intelligence-based operation in Balochistan's Panjgur district. - The operation, part of 'Operation Radd-ul-Fitna-3', recoverโฆ
Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim undergoing medical procedures, aide says
- Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is undergoing medical tests and procedures, according to his aide. - He was expected to be under observation for two days. - Leaders from other countries, inclโฆ
Mir Razaโs grave is not a silent one
- Mir Raza, a 25-year-old businessman, died and was buried on July 29. - Eleven days later, his body was exhumed for an autopsy after his family refused to accept the initial findings. - A medical repโฆ
NAB probes Yellow Line graft suspect for assets, illegal appointments
- National Accountability Bureau (NAB) is investigating a suspect in a Rs8.5 billion graft case for alleged assets beyond his income and illegal appointments. - The suspect, Zameer Abbasi, was previouโฆ
Joe Biden's Cancer Has Spread Further, Son Hunter Biden Reveals
- Former US President Joe Biden's cancer has spread to his bones and further, according to his son Hunter Biden. - Hunter Biden shared the update in a recent interview with BBC Newsnight, describing hโฆ
Genuine governance
- The Punjab cabinet has allocated funds for local government elections, a step toward restoring a democratic tier absent for over four years. - The timing of the announcement, shortly after proposalsโฆ
Tick, tick ... boom
- Revolutions, often predictable in hindsight due to inequality and oppression, are ultimately triggered by small, unpredictable sparks. - In Bangladesh, a minor job reservation issue ended Hasina Wajโฆ
Ten More Placed on Fourth Schedule in Azad Kashmir Over Alleged JAAC Ties
- Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) government placed 10 more individuals on the Fourth Schedule of the Anti-Terrorism Act. - Placement subjects individuals to monitoring and potential legal restrictions bโฆ
Governance failures
- Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi proposed creating new administrative units, claiming the current governance system has "collapsed." - The military spokesman endorsed the idea of a "system โฆ
In a fiscal conundrum
- Pakistan's fiscal deficit narrowed to 1.6% of GDP in the first 11 months of FY26, appearing to show stability. - However, this stability is fragile, with total public debt reaching $298.5 billion byโฆ
3rd phase of AJK polls: Voting begins in Poonch Division's Bagh and Haveli districts
- Voting is underway for the third phase of elections in Pakistan-administered Kashmir's Poonch Division, covering Bagh and Haveli districts. - The Election Commission has classified most polling statโฆ
Seeking a sensible auto policy
- Pakistan's upcoming automobile policy will balance competing commercial interests with national objectives. - Stakeholders like legacy assemblers, hybrid, and EV manufacturers are lobbying for speciโฆ
AJK government appoints Public Service Commission members amid questions over timing
- The outgoing Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) government in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) appointed seven members to the Public Service Commission (PSC) shortly before its term ended. - The move has drawโฆ
Tarbela Dam attains maximum storage level
- Tarbela Dam in Pakistan has reached its maximum storage level of 1,550 feet, significantly boosting the country's water conservation capacity. - The high water level is attributed to the ongoing higโฆ
Oil markets defy expectations despite major supply disruption
- Global oil markets have remained relatively stable despite the loss of over 2.6 billion barrels of oil since late February. - Saudi Aramco's CEO warned of low global inventories, yet prices have larโฆ
Pakistan's plan for new provinces faces political minefield
- Pakistan's government plans to create new provinces, but faces significant political and constitutional hurdles. - Political parties are urging the government to follow constitutional procedures, waโฆ
Pakistan quietly restructures World Bank housing project, leaving thousands without homes
- The World Bank-funded Rs115 billion post-flood rehabilitation project in Pakistan has been restructured, reducing promised resilient homes for over 134,000 families in Balochistan. - Investigations โฆ
Movement restricted under Section 144 in some areas of South Waziristan, Tank on Monday
- Authorities in South Waziristan and Tank districts have imposed Section 144, restricting movement on Monday due to security concerns. - The restrictions, in effect from 6 am to 7 pm, include curfewโฆ
Anger mounts in US over vast network of car license plate cameras
- A surveillance startup, Flock, has installed over 100,000 license plate reader cameras across the U.S. - Critics cite privacy concerns and potential abuses of civil liberties, leading to vandalism oโฆ
Lionel Messi bids farewell to father who guided his glittering career
- Lionel Messi's father, Jorge Messi, passed away at age 68 after battling cancer. - Jorge Messi, who also served as his son's agent, was a guiding figure throughout the footballer's career. - Teammatโฆ
Pakistan District Imposes Curfew Amid Law and Order Concerns
- A curfew has been imposed in Pakistan's Surab district, Balochistan, from August 9 to August 15, due to law and order concerns. - The curfew is in effect daily from 8 PM to 9 AM, with residents urgeโฆ
New Provinces Won't Fix Pakistan's Governance Crisis
- Creating new provinces in Pakistan may address regional identity concerns but won't fix systemic governance issues. - The constitution already mandates local governments, but provinces often weaken โฆ
Pakistan rejects Afghan Taliban claims of weapons smuggling as 'frivolous, baseless'
- Pakistan's Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has dismissed Afghan Taliban claims of weapons being smuggled from Pakistan as "frivolous" and "baseless." - The ministry stated that Afghanistan โฆ
Netanyahu rejects Trump's Gaza plan, vows no pullout until Hamas disarms
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected a 15-point Gaza plan endorsed by Hamas, stating Israel will not withdraw until Hamas is disarmed. - The plan, part of a US-led ceasefire initiativeโฆ
Two tribal elders shot dead in Pakistan's Lower South Waziristan
- Two tribal elders were killed by unidentified armed men in Lower South Waziristan, Pakistan. - Police are investigating the targeted killing, which occurred while the elders were traveling in a car.โฆ
Security forces kill 15 terrorists in Balochistan IBOs: state media
- Security forces in Pakistan's Balochistan province killed 15 suspected terrorists in intelligence-based operations across multiple districts. - The operations, which also recovered weapons and ammunโฆ
Pakistani police constable killed, another injured in Lakki Marwat attack
- A police constable was killed and another injured in an attack by terrorists in Lakki Marwat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. - The attack occurred during a patrol near the Saeedkhel graveyard, with aโฆ
Egypt could join Pak-Saudi-Turkiye defence pact once technical issues resolved, says Turkish foreign minister
- Egypt may join a defense pact between Turkiye, Pakistan, and Saudi Arabia once technical issues are resolved, according to Turkey's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan. - The Makkah Joint Defence Agreementโฆ
SMOKERSโ CORNER: THE OUTRAGE MACHINE
- A viral video of Adolf Hitler promoting Fanta, mistaken by millions as real, highlights the normalization of "shockvertising" and the power of AI-generated content. - Shockvertising, a strategy usinโฆ
Infantino denies allegations of affair, favouritism while at UEFA
- FIFA President Gianni Infantino is facing allegations of paying off an alleged former lover while he worked at UEFA. - The allegations, reported by The Telegraph, claim Infantino used his influence โฆ
Typhoon Bailu's Outer Circulation Brings Heavy Rain to 12 Counties, Cities; Taipei and 3 Other Areas Face Severe Downpour Warnings
- Typhoon Bailu's outer circulation is bringing heavy rain to 12 counties and cities in Taiwan, with Taipei and other areas facing severe downpour warnings. - Central and northern Taiwan, along with mโฆ
Pakistan's counterterrorism efforts paradoxically fuel rising violence
- Pakistan's security forces are intensifying counterterrorism operations, yet terrorist violence, particularly in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan, is increasing. - July saw the highest number of aโฆ
Makkah Agreement: Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkiye sign defense pact amid US-Iran tensions
- Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkiye signed the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement, a pact considered highly symbolic amid the US-Iran conflict. - The agreement aims to solidify existing defense collaborโฆ
Fire extinguished at Aramco refinery in Jazan, Saudi Arabia says
- Firefighters extinguished a fire at Saudi Aramco's Jazan refinery on Sunday. - The Saudi Energy Ministry reported no injuries from the incident. - The refinery had previously been shut down followinโฆ
Pakistan bags three medals at Nuclear Science Olympiad
- A Pakistani team won one gold and two silver medals at the 3rd International Nuclear Science Olympiad in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. - The competition included around 120 students from 19 countries, suppoโฆ
Poonch Medical College Closure Threatens Academic Year for 500 Students Amid Protests
- The medical college in Poonch district, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, has been closed for two months due to protests, jeopardizing the academic year for approximately 500 students. - The closure, attributโฆ
BISP beneficiaries report agents withholding stipends
- Beneficiaries of Pakistan's Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) report agents are illegally deducting significant amounts from their stipends, sometimes up to Rs2,000 per payment. - Agents are rโฆ
Unregulated placer gold mining raises concerns in GB
- Unregulated placer gold mining in Gilgit-Baltistan (GB), Pakistan, is causing significant environmental damage and posing risks to critical infrastructure. - Authorities warn that the mining activitโฆ
IHC seeks govt reply over withholding tax hike on goods transportation
- The Islamabad High Court is reviewing a petition challenging a tax hike on goods transportation. - Petitioners argue the increase in withholding tax from 6% to 7% is discriminatory, especially compaโฆ
Fuel Cost Crisis Halts Lahore Metro Bus Service
- A private firm operating the Lahore Metro Bus service will suspend operations on August 11 due to unresolved issues over rising fuel costs. - The Punjab Mass Transit Authority has called the firm's โฆ
Supreme Court Rejects Consumer Law Claim for Blocked BISP Retailer ID
- The Supreme Court ruled that a complaint by a BISP retailer ID holder was not maintainable under consumer protection laws. - The court found the relationship between the retailer and BISP did not coโฆ
Pakistan transporters' strike halts industry, threatens exports
- A nationwide strike by goods transporters and oil tankers is disrupting Pakistan's industrial and export supply chains. - Transporters demand the government restore a monthly fuel price mechanism anโฆ
Iran links Hormuz reopening to US meeting promises
- Iran has linked the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz to the United States meeting its commitments, not to any deal with Oman on new shipping arrangements. - President Masoud Pezeshkian stated it waโฆ
AJK polls: Voting in remaining Poonch division seats may be held by Aug 20-21, says CEC
- Voting in the remaining seven constituencies of Azad Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch division may occur by August 20-21. - The Election Commission decided to first complete the electoral process in four โฆ
Pakistan's JI party announces August 16 sit-ins against petroleum levy, inflation
- Jamaat-i-Islami Pakistan announced simultaneous sit-ins in all four provincial capitals on August 16 to protest a petroleum levy and inflation. - The party claims over 510 protests were held nationwโฆ
Hamas ready for Gaza plan, urges Israel to agree
- Hamas stated it is ready to proceed with a US-backed Gaza peace plan, urging pressure on Israel to approve the latest phase. - Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu insists the country has not โฆ
Typhoon Dolphin hits Japan's Okinawa, China shuts ports ahead of landfall
- Typhoon Dolphin has struck Japan's southern Okinawa prefecture, causing injuries and widespread power outages. - China has shut ports and halted ferries as the typhoon is expected to make landfall oโฆ
OpenAI flags possible critical cybersecurity risk in upcoming model Astra, tightens controls
- OpenAI has paused some internal development of its upcoming AI model, Astra, due to concerns it may possess critical cybersecurity capabilities. - The model could potentially identify and exploit seโฆ
Pakistan, New Zealand seek to boost cooperation in agri, education sectors
- Pakistan and New Zealand aim to enhance cooperation in agriculture and education. - Both nations held a Joint Trade Committee meeting and political consultations in Wellington. - Key outcomes includโฆ
Heavy rain floods Lahore, disrupts traffic and daily life in low-lying areas and underpasses
- Heavy rain inundated Lahore, Pakistan, disrupting traffic and daily life in low-lying areas and underpasses. - The city recorded an average of 24.6mm of rain, with the airport receiving the highest โฆ
Mir Raza Ali's body exhumed following restoration of original medical board
- The body of businessman Mir Raza Ali was exhumed following the restoration of the original medical board. - The exhumation and examination were conducted in Karachi with the investigation officer, mโฆ
Rana Sanaullah says PML-N will form govt in AJK with two-thirds majority
- PML-N aims to form the Azad Jammu and Kashmir government with a two-thirds majority. - The party claims to have secured 24 seats in the first two phases of elections and expects to win more. - Advisโฆ
OIC welcomes Pak-Saudi-Turkiye joint defence pact, calls it 'important strategic step'
- The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) welcomed a new joint defense agreement between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Tรผrkiye, calling it a significant strategic step. - The Makkah Joint Defence โฆ
Pakistan Senate, NA leadership pledge closer cooperation for stable parliamentary system
- Pakistan's Senate and National Assembly leadership pledged to enhance cooperation for a stable parliamentary system. - Senate Chairman Yousuf Raza Gilani and NA Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq met to discโฆ
Trump's 'birth tourism' ban faces legal hurdles after Supreme Court ruling
- President Trump has signed two executive orders targeting "birth tourism" after the Supreme Court previously rejected his administration's attempt to curtail birthright citizenship. - Legal experts โฆ
Explainer: Why jobseekers are protesting results of a major civil service exam
- Job seekers in Sindh, Pakistan, are protesting the results of a major civil service exam, with only 70 out of over 4,300 candidates passing. - The Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) is crucial fโฆ
Trump administration to invest $3 billion in minerals projects to boost US defence supply chains
- The U.S. government will invest $3 billion in critical minerals and battery projects to boost domestic production and national security. - President Donald Trump announced the investments, includingโฆ
Captain martyred, 7 terrorists killed in intelligence-based operation in Hangu: ISPR
- A captain was killed and seven terrorists were eliminated in an intelligence-based operation in Hangu, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. - The operation targeted terrorists belonging to the banned Tehreek-i-Talibโฆ
Before AI hits the grid
- Pakistan announced plans to allocate 2,000 megawatts of electricity for Bitcoin mining and AI data centers, sparking debate about affordability. - The country's electricity challenge involves not juโฆ
The supreme sacrifice
- Pakistani President Zardari and Prime Minister honored police officers on Police Martyrs Day for their sacrifices in combating terrorism. - The first seven months of 2026 saw 2,786 deaths from terroโฆ
Danger ahead
- Pakistan faces another dangerous monsoon spell after significant damage and loss of life. - Floods and related disasters have killed 151 people, including 73 children, and injured 448 between June 2โฆ
Govt restores original medical board for exhumation of Mir Razaโs body
- The Sindh government restored the original medical board for the exhumation of businessman Mir Raza Ali's body. - The exhumation was postponed after Raza's family objected to the abrupt reconstitutiโฆ
Broad Peak search for bodies of 3 climbers paused
- A search for the bodies of three climbers missing on Broad Peak has been suspended due to avalanche risks. - Rescue officials recovered one leg believed to belong to American climber Sarah Mallory Gโฆ