Last week, security forces in Gharyoum, located in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s North Waziristan district, took action against terrorism, neutralizing six militants, including a “high-value target,” as confirmed by a statement from the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR). Two separate encounters unfolded in North and South Waziristan, where troops engaged with militants. In the initial clash in …
In recent months, Pakistan has witnessed a surge in terrorist activities, particularly in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan. This increase followed the termination of the ceasefire between the government and the Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan in November of the previous year. Last week, an intelligence-based operation in North Waziristan resulted in the death of six terrorists and injuries …
In a statement, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) confirmed that the test flight had the objective of re-validating the design, technical parameters, and performance evaluation of different sub-systems within the weapon system. The ISPR noted that the missile system is a part of Pakistan’s efforts to strengthen deterrence and enhance strategic stability in the region …
In the most recent update, Quinton de Kock, Rohit Sharma, and Trent Boult have made significant progress towards the peak of the Men’s ODI Player Rankings, according to the ICC. Their outstanding performances at the 2023 World Cup have propelled them up the ODI batting rankings. De Kock opened the tournament with consecutive centuries but …
Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff (COAS), General Asim Munir, has voiced unwavering support for the Palestinian people and their struggle for an end to the “unlawful occupation of their territories.” This statement comes amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza, where Israel has imposed a “total siege” following a surprise offensive by Hamas on October 7. …
World leaders and politicians from various countries have responded to the escalating humanitarian crisis in Gaza as the Israeli bombardment continues into its 11th day. The crisis has resulted in a significant number of casualties and a dire situation for the people in the region. US President Joe Biden: In a significant shift, President Joe …
In a significant development, the Supreme Court of Pakistan (SC) has overturned a previous judgment issued by the Lahore High Court (LHC) that declared the collection of fuel price adjustment (FPA) on monthly electricity bills as illegal. The three-member bench has instructed the petitioners to file an appeal before the Nepra Appellate Tribunal within the …
A report from the Pakistan Institute of Development Economics (PIDE), titled “Lifetime Cost of Public Servants,” emphasizes the substantial financial implications of hiring government officers, particularly at grade-17. In 2023, the government is estimated to allocate a significant Rs245 million over 30 years for a grade-17 officer. In stark contrast, the corresponding cost for a …
In a thrilling showdown at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Sunday, the flamboyant opening batsman, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, displayed his firepower, scoring a scintillating 80 runs. This electrifying knock, featuring eight boundaries and four towering sixes, marked his eighth ODI fifty and powered Afghanistan to a target of 284 against the defending champions, England, in the …
In the Turbat district of Balochistan, security forces conducted an intelligence-based operation against the banned Baloch Liberation Army (BLA). During this operation, they reported the killing of Saddam Hussain Muslim, a commander of the Abdul Majeed Brigade of the group. Saddam, who was also known by his aliases “Guru” and “Jabbar,” was taken down along …