Punjab’s Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) has claimed a significant success in its ongoing campaign against terrorism after neutralising two alleged Fitna al-Khawarij militants, including a key commander, during an intelligence-based operation in Taunsa. According to an official statement issued by the CTD spokesperson, the operation was conducted in the Taman Qaisrani tribal area after authorities received…
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a nationwide heatwave alert, warning that severe hot and dry weather conditions will affect most parts of Pakistan from June 7 to June 12, 2026. According to the latest advisory, a strong high-pressure system developing in the upper atmosphere is expected to trigger a significant rise in temperatures…
A postgraduate female doctor sustained serious injuries after being attacked with acid while performing her duties at Civil Sandeman Hospital in Quetta, the largest public healthcare facility in Balochistan. The disturbing incident has sparked widespread condemnation, raised concerns regarding hospital security, and highlighted the dangers faced by healthcare professionals while serving the public. According to…
Members of the United Kingdom’s All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Kashmir have formally raised concerns regarding reports of a communications blackout and escalating tensions in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK). In a letter addressed to UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper, parliamentarians urged the British government to seek clarity on the situation and support efforts aimed…
The federal government has proposed a significant transformation of Islamabad’s governance structure through a new framework that could introduce an elected legislative assembly and a locally elected chief executive for the capital city. The proposal is part of the draft “ICT Governance Model” prepared by a committee formed by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and chaired…
A Lahore court has granted interim pre-arrest bail to PML-N Member of Provincial Assembly (MPA) Saqib Chadhar in a high-profile cyber harassment case filed by Pakistani television actor Momina Iqbal. The development comes a day after the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) registered a case against the lawmaker based on allegations made by the…
The Sindh government has officially announced the schedule for the release of Matriculation (SSC) and Intermediate (HSSC) examination results across the province, providing clarity for thousands of students awaiting their academic outcomes. The decision is expected to help students plan their educational future and complete admission procedures without unnecessary delays. According to the official notification,…
Rescue 1122 has been placed on high alert in Murree following forecasts of heavy rainfall and thunderstorms in the popular hill station and surrounding regions. The precautionary measures come after the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) warned of adverse weather conditions that could increase the risk of landslides, flash floods, falling trees, and traffic disruptions. According…
Pakistan’s inflation rate surged to 11.7 percent in May 2026, reaching its highest level in 22 months and raising concerns about the country’s economic outlook. According to data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS), headline Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation increased from 10.9 percent in April to 11.7 percent in May on a…
The Government of Pakistan has announced a fresh reduction in petrol prices, providing much-needed relief to consumers across the country. According to a notification issued by the Ministry of Energy’s Petroleum Division, the price of petrol has been reduced by Rs4 per litre for the next fortnight. Following this adjustment, the new petrol price stands…
