Pakistan

Former Afghan National Army soldier arrested in KP's Tirah for terrorism

Security forces have arrested a former Afghan National Army (ANA) member in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Tirah area for allegedly engaging in terrorist activities within Pakistan, Additional Inspector General (AIG) Abbas Ahsan confirmed. Addressing a joint press conference on Wednesday alongside Regional Development Council spokesperson Mehmood Jan Babar, the AIG shared details regarding the high-profile suspect.Babar stated that security forces apprehended the suspect, identified as Hikmatullah al

Fact Check: Viral Video of Assault on Foreign Tourist Not From Pakistan

The footage originates from an incident reported in Istanbul, Türkiye, and has no connection to Pakistan. Updated: Wednesday, Nov 11, 2026.TRIGGER WARNING: This article contains visuals and information that may be distressing to some readers. Viewer discretion is advised.A video showing a distressed young woman being held by her hair while being interrogated is circulating online with claims that it depicts an assault on a foreign tourist in Pakistan. This claim is false.On November 1, a user on

Supreme Court disposes of Imaan, Chattha's petitions in security breach case

The Supreme Court on Wednesday disposed of the appeals filed by lawyer Imaan Mazari and her husband Hadi Ali Chattha in the security breach case. This development follows the couple's recent filing of appeals in the Islamabad High Court (IHC) against their convictions by an anti-terrorism court.On October 29, a Rawalpindi Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) sentenced Mazari and Chattha to 10 years' imprisonment each and imposed fines of Rs100,000 each under the Anti-Terrorism Act (ATA), 1997. T

Sindh Celebrates Completion Of 1 Million Climate-Resilient Houses

The Sindh Peoples Housing for Flood Affectees (SPHF) has completed 1,007,111 climate-resilient houses across the province, marking a major milestone in what is being described as the world's largest housing reconstruction initiative. From the devastation caused by the 2022 floods to the security of a permanent home, one million families in Sindh have taken a historic step towards rebuilding their lives.The achievement was celebrated at a special ceremony at the Banquet Hall of the Chief Min

Wapda Chairman Orders Inquiry into Tarbela Tunnel Incident, Assures Dam Integrity

Water and Power Development Authority (Wapda) Chairman Lieutenant General (retd) Muhammad Saeed has ordered a departmental inquiry into the tunnel accident at Tarbela's fifth extension project. The chairman visited the site to review the situation and chaired a meeting at the project office.Consultants, the contractor, and Wapda teams briefed the meeting that there is no threat to the integrity of the main Tarbela Dam or any of its structures. The meeting held a detailed discussion on the p

Lahore Tops Global Pollution Rankings as Air Quality Hits 'Very Unhealthy' Levels

Lahore has topped the global ranking of the world's most polluted cities, recording an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 240, according to an international air quality monitoring website, as toxic air continues to shroud the provincial capital. The air quality in Punjab's capital is well within the range of "very unhealthy," according to the Swiss air quality monitor's data.The city's PM2.5 concentration, harmful airborne particles small enough to penetrate deep into the l

PM Announces Year-Long Celebrations for Iqbal's 149th Birth Anniversary

President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, in their separate messages on Iqbal Day, underscored the philosopher-poet's concept of Khudi (selfhood) as the foundation of individual and national dignity, rooted in knowledge, self-confidence, courage, hard work, and respect for others.They urged its translation into national self-reliance, equality, and social justice to realize Iqbal's vision of a strong, developed Pakistan. On Monday, they paid tribute to Allama Muhamm

Iqbal's Philosophy a Guidance for Youth in Present Era: Seminar

SUKKUR: Allama Iqbal's philosophy of self-realisation, intellectual awakening, national consciousness and collective responsibility continues to provide effective guidance to young people in addressing the social, economic and political challenges of the present era. Speakers expressed these views while addressing a national seminar titled "Allama Iqbal's Enduring Vision and Pakistan's Youth" organised by the Pakistan Study Centre, University of Sindh, Jamshoro, to comme

Water Inundates Tarbela Powerhouse Following Rockfall; All Workers Evacuated

Water entered a tunnel and the powerhouse of the Tarbela Dam 5th Extension Hydropower Project (T-5) construction site after a weak section of rock collapsed during excavation on Monday. In a statement, the Water and Power Development Authority (Wapda) confirmed that all workers were safely evacuated following the water inflow incident.A Wapda spokesperson stated that the rock fell during the excavation of the second bench of the connecting tunnel. Water subsequently flowed from the intake pit in

Lahore AQI Crosses 600; Punjab Minister Links Smog to Cross-Border Diwali Fireworks

Punjab Senior Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb on Monday linked the worsening smog across the province to large-scale fireworks during Diwali celebrations in India, as Lahore recorded an Air Quality Index (AQI) score of 647. In a post on X, she said that polluted winds entering through the eastern corridor from Indian cities contributed to the increase in the provincial capital's AQI.Marriyum said that local pollution levels were being controlled through measures taken under the direction of Chi

Hope Rolls Forward: Wheelchairs Distributed Among Needy in Peshawar

A charity distributed free wheelchairs among persons with disabilities at a ceremony held at Metropolitan Hall in Bacha Khan Chowk on Sunday. The Dr. Sanaullah Welfare Foundation organised the event and distributed the wheelchairs with বেলুچستان and Karachi-based support.Specifically, the Karachi-based Disability Welfare Association played a pivotal role alongside local organizers to ensure the program's success. A total of 100 wheelchairs were distributed among deserving persons with disab

Mardan Residents Demand Extension of Rawal Express Train Service

MARDAN: Residents of Mardan have strongly demanded the extension of Pakistan Railways' Rawal Express (105 Up and 106 Down), which currently operates between Rawalpindi and Lahore, to Mardan. They have appealed to the federal authorities and provincial leadership to take a special interest in the matter and raise it with the Ministry of Railways to alleviate the long-standing transport grievances of the local population.Citizens pointed out that Mardan is a densely populated district with si

Shehzada Sultan Appointed Inspector General of Pakistan Railways Police

The federal government has officially appointed senior police officer Shehzada Sultan as the new Inspector General of Pakistan Railways Police with immediate effect. A capable BS-21 officer belonging to the Police Service of Pakistan, Sultan brings extensive administrative and field experience to his new command.Prior to this important assignment, he was serving within the Punjab government where he managed key responsibilities. The Establishment Division issued a formal notification regarding h

No Room For Anti-State Speeches, Vandalism: Naqvi

SHABQADAR: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Sunday issued a stern warning, declaring that there is absolutely no room for anti-state speeches, acts of vandalism, or efforts to incite the public against the government. Addressing the graduation ceremony of the Frontier Constabulary (FC) in Shabqadar, he asserted that those who violate the law will not be forgiven under any circumstances, reiterating his firm resolve to uphold the rule of law at all costs.Naqvi commended the Frontier Constabulary

Saiful Muluk Lake Terminal, Shops and Restaurants Being Shifted to Preserve Natural Beauty

MANSEHRA: Authorities are relocating the four-wheel-drive vehicle terminal, shops and restaurants built in an unplanned manner to a service area about one kilometre from Saiful Muluk Lake to preserve its natural beauty and ecology. Renowned for its fairy tales, the mountainous lake, situated about 10,578 feet above sea level, has been losing its natural charm due to the unplanned construction of shops, eateries and a terminal where jeeps are parked to transport tourists from Naran.The Khyber Pak

CM Maryam axes Jhelum DC after exam rescheduling sparked student uproar

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has removed Jhelum Deputy Commissioner Mir Reza Ozgen from his post over his orders to postpone Intermediate examinations due to her expected visit to the district on November 10. The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) Rawalpindi had postponed the Computer Science papers of the Intermediate Second Annual Examinations, scheduled for November 10, until November 30 on the recommendation of the Jhelum deputy commissioner.The recommendation was mad

President Zardari, PM Shehbaz reaffirm commitment to minority rights on Diwali

President Asif Ali Zardari on Sunday extended warm greetings to the Hindu community on the occasion of Diwali, stating that protecting the rights of religious minorities in Pakistan is a shared responsibility. The five-day festival, widely known as the Festival of Lights, commenced on Sunday and is being celebrated by communities across the globe.The festival serves as a powerful symbol of the triumph of good over evil, light over darkness, and hope over despair. In his official message, Preside

Over 2.15 Million Kids Vaccinated In Five Days In Lahore

More than 2.15 million children were administered polio drops during the first five days of the ongoing anti-polio drive in the provincial capital, while teams covered over 1.49 million households. According to a spokesperson, the performance statistics were presented during a review meeting chaired by Deputy Commissioner Lahore M.Ali Ejaz on Saturday to assess the five-day coverage. Briefing the meeting, CEO Health Dr. Asif Arbab Khan stated that 2,153,020 children under five years of age had r

SC Rejects Dismissal of Cases Over Lawyers' Negligence Without Solid Cause

The Supreme Court (SC) has ruled that dismissal in default of a case due to the negligence of an advocate without well-grounded justification is one of the most serious blemishes that disparages and tarnishes professional image and reputation. A three-member bench, headed by Justice Muhammad Ali Mazhar and comprising Justice Musarrat Hilali and Justice Shahid Bilal Hassan, announced the judgment in a case related to the dismissal of revision petitions for non-prosecution.The case is titled Safda

KP to allocate Rs70bn for police, establish faceless ATCs

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government has prepared a plan to spend approximately Rs70 billion to address the growing threats of terrorism and overcome the shortage of manpower, financial resources, and modern technology faced by the police. The plan includes filling 17,000 vacant police posts, increasing the capacity of the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) from 12 per cent to 37 per cent, and raising the overall capacity of the police to 75 per cent.It has also been decided to establish facel