The federal government has proposed an allocation of more than Rs259 billion for internal security in the Budget 2026-27, reflecting its continued focus on strengthening law enforcement capabilities and maintaining peace and stability across Pakistan. According to official budget documents, the proposed funds will be utilized to enhance the operational capacity of security institutions, modernize…
Strong winds, thunderstorms, and heavy rainfall swept through several cities in Punjab and parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), leaving a trail of destruction, causing power outages, and claiming multiple lives. The severe weather disrupted normal life and triggered emergency responses in the affected regions. According to initial reports, at least five people, including a woman,…
The federal government has significantly increased the allocation for the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP), raising its budget to Rs838 billion in the Federal Budget 2026-27. The move reflects the government’s continued commitment to strengthening social protection and supporting low-income households across Pakistan amid ongoing economic challenges. Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb announced the enhanced allocation…
Karachi’s iconic Empress Market has officially reopened after undergoing an extensive restoration and beautification project aimed at preserving one of the city’s most treasured historical landmarks. The reopening marks a major milestone in Karachi’s urban revival efforts, blending heritage conservation with improved public facilities for residents and tourists. The renovation work focused on restoring the…
Dozens of residents in Hyderabad were hospitalized after allegedly suffering from food poisoning linked to leftover food distributed following a wedding ceremony. The incident has raised serious concerns regarding food safety practices and the proper handling of cooked meals, particularly during the hot summer months. According to reports, the affected individuals consumed food that had…
A tragic incident in Karachi has once again highlighted the devastating consequences of dowry-related violence in Pakistan. A newly married woman reportedly died after allegedly being subjected to severe physical abuse by her husband following a dispute over dowry demands. According to police and local authorities, the accused husband allegedly became angry because the bride’s…
The repatriation of undocumented Afghan nationals through the Torkham border crossing has significantly accelerated following improvements to the verification process at the Hamza Baba Transit Centre in Landi Kotal, officials and sources familiar with the operation have confirmed. According to authorities overseeing the process, approximately 4,000 Afghan nationals are being processed daily before their return…
Pakistan’s security forces successfully eliminated two terrorists during an intelligence-based operation conducted in the Garah Madah area of Daraban tehsil in Dera Ismail Khan, according to an official statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). The operation was launched after security agencies received credible intelligence reports regarding the presence of militants hiding in the…
Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfaraz Bugti has announced a civil award for Abdul Razzaq Tarakai, a Civil Hospital Quetta employee who displayed exceptional courage and humanity by rushing to assist Dr Mahnoor Nisar immediately after she was attacked with acid while on duty. The incident, which shocked the nation and sparked widespread concern regarding the safety…
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…
