At least five labourers were shot dead in a terrorist attack in the Mashkel area of Washuk district, Balochistan, after armed assailants opened fire on them at a local shop. According to security sources, the victims were identified as Mohammad Bilal, Mohammad Hussain, Mohammad Qadeer, Mohsin, and Bilal. Officials said the labourers had travelled from…
The Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) government has warned that the banned Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) will be held fully responsible for any untoward incidents during its planned student protests and march to Muzaffarabad. Addressing a joint press conference, AJK government spokesperson Chaudhry Guftar Hussain and AJK Police spokesperson Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Irfan…
The Rawalpindi Ring Road project has once again become the centre of controversy, with a fresh legal dispute over a No-Objection Certificate (NOC) casting uncertainty over its planned inauguration on August 14. Although construction of the main route has been completed, the latest dispute surrounding the approval of a proposed service area has delayed final…
Opposition to the enforcement of new taxes in Pakistan’s merged tribal districts has intensified, with political leaders, tribal elders, traders and business representatives demanding that the federal government extend tax exemptions in the former FATA and PATA regions for another 10 years. During meetings and press conferences held across Khyber and other tribal districts, participants…
Geo News has resumed transmission after the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (Pemra) issued its final written order regarding the broadcaster’s 15-day suspension over the airing of religiously sensitive content during Muharram. According to the official order dated July 11, Pemra upheld its earlier decision issued on June 27, temporarily suspending the channel’s licence and…
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is preparing a major reshuffle of the federal cabinet, with plans to induct young and energetic lawmakers as part of efforts to improve the government’s overall performance and strengthen governance. According to informed sources, the prime minister has completed consultations on the proposed changes, which are expected to introduce new faces…
Pakistan’s High Powered Selection Board (HPSB) is expected to meet during the first week of August 2026 to consider the long-awaited promotions of senior civil servants from Grade 21 to Grade 22, potentially ending a delay that has lasted for around 15 months. The HPSB, which is responsible for reviewing and approving promotions to the…
Pakistan has intensified its nationwide campaign against undocumented Afghan nationals after the expiration of the government’s deadline for voluntary compliance with immigration regulations. According to official directives, Afghan nationals residing in Pakistan without valid visas or legal documentation will now face immediate arrest as authorities begin stricter enforcement of immigration laws. The federal government has…
The federal government is planning to significantly expand the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) by creating 838 new positions to improve Pakistan’s ability to combat cybercrime and strengthen digital security. According to official sources, the proposal was initiated by the Director General of the NCCIA, who requested additional human resources from the Ministry of…
Heavy rain accompanied by strong winds disrupted daily life and flight operations in Islamabad, with poor visibility causing delays for several incoming and outgoing flights. The sudden spell of intense rainfall swept across various parts of the federal capital, reducing visibility and creating difficult driving conditions during peak traffic hours. Water accumulated in several low-lying…
