US President Donald Trump said COAS Asim Munir’s praise was an honour US President Donald Trump has described Field Marshal Asim Munir’s recent praise as “an honour,” after Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff (COAS) credited him with helping to prevent a major conflict between Pakistan and India. The acknowledgment came after COAS Munir told a gathering of senior generals that Trump’s role was instrumental in averting a full-scale confrontation that could have resulted in heavy casualties and destabilized the region. According to reports, Munir emphasized that Trump’s diplomatic interventions saved “millions of lives.” Trump’s Reaction Speaking to senior US milit_ary…
Author: Farhan Ali
PTI Govt in KP Criticised for Weakening Local Bodies’ Powers A multi-party conference held in Peshawar has strongly criticised the Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI)-led government in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) for what opposition leaders and elected representatives described as an attempt to “paralyse” the local government system. The conference, attended by senior leaders of major political parties along with mayors, tehsil chairmen, and councillors from across the province, condemned the provincial government for clipping the powers of elected representatives. Participants alleged that PTI, despite promising empowerment of local governments in its manifesto, shifted authority from local bodies to bureaucracy—undermining the people’s mandate.…
Seven Indian-Sponsored Terrorists Killed in Khuzdar IBO KHUZDAR: Security forces carried out a major intelligence-based operation (IBO) in the Zehri area of Balochistan’s Khuzdar district, eliminating seven terrorists allegedly linked to the Indian proxy group Fitna al Hindustan. Security sources confirmed on Tuesday that ten more militants were injured during the action. Weapons and Explosives Seized According to sources, the operation was conducted following reports of terrorist presence in the mountainous region. During the exchange of fire, seven terrorists were neutralized. Security forces recovered improvised explosive devices (IEDs), transmitters, US-made automatic weapons, grenades, ammunition, and motorcycles from the site. In…
Pakistan’s Leadership to Decide on Sending Troops for Gaza Peacekeeping: FM Dar ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar announced on Tuesday that Pakistan’s leadership will decide whether to contribute troops to a proposed “peace-keeping force” in Gaza. He clarified that while Palestinian law enforcement agencies would remain active on the ground, the possibility of Pakistani involvement is under serious consideration following high-level consultations. Pakistan’s Role Under Discussion Dar made the statement while addressing a press conference in Islamabad, where he briefed media on Pakistan’s diplomatic engagements at the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). He said Pakistan’s delegation, led by Prime…
Afghanistan Faces Nationwide Internet Blackout Amid Taliban ‘Immorality’ Crackdown KABUL: Afghanistan has witnessed its first nationwide internet and mobile phone blackout since the Taliban returned to power in August 2021, sparking concerns from the international community, humanitarian agencies, and ordinary Afghans. The outage, which dropped connectivity to nearly 1%, is being described as one of the most severe restrictions on communication in the country’s history. Internet Connectivity Flatlined According to international monitoring organization NetBlocks, internet activity in Afghanistan fell sharply to about 1% of normal levels on Monday. The disruption is expected to drastically curtail Afghans’ ability to connect with…
Pakistan Army successfully test fires indigenously developed Fatah-4 cruise missile The Pakistan Army carried out a successful training launch of the newly inducted, indigenously developed Fatah-4 cruise missile. The weapon system, capable of striking targets with high precision at a range of 750 kilometers, marks a significant step in strengthening the country’s conventional deterrence capabilities. Advanced Capabilities of Fatah-4 According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the Fatah-4 is equipped with advanced avionics and state-of-the-art navigational systems. Its terrain-hugging flight profile enables it to evade enemy missile defense systems, while maintaining the ability to strike designated targets with accuracy. The…
Security forces in Quetta foiled a major suicide att@ck linked to “Fitna al-Hindustan” QUETTA: Security forces in Quetta successfully foiled a suicide att@ck on Tuesday, killing five operatives reportedly linked to the Indian proxy network known as “Fitna al-Hindustan.” The confrontation unfolded near Jinnah Road, one of the city’s busiest areas, and was marked by a powerful blast that left two Frontier Corps (FC) personnel injured. The Incident at Jinnah Road According to initial reports, the incident began when a suicide bomber detonated explosives near Jinnah Road. Eyewitnesses confirmed that thick smoke rose from the site shortly after the detonation,…
China Sends Relief Flights to Support Pakistan’s Flood-Hit Families Relief Arrives from Beijing Two relief flights from the People’s Republic of China landed at Nur Khan Air Base, Rawalpindi, carrying 300 tents and 9,000 blankets to support families affected by the recent floods. The supplies will bolster Pakistan’s monsoon relief operations, coordinated by the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA). Ceremony Highlights The reception ceremony was attended by Federal Minister Amir Muqam, NDMA Chairman Lt Gen Inam Haider Malik, Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zaidong, and representatives from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and NDMA. Minister Muqam expressed heartfelt gratitude to China, stating…
Balochistan CM Announces Electric Bikes for Working Women on Easy Installments Empowering Women Through Mobility Chief Minister of Balochistan, Mir Sarfaraz Bugti, has unveiled a plan to provide electric bikes to working women on easy installment terms. The scheme, announced during a meeting on the Public Sector Development Program (PSDP), aims to enhance women’s economic independence and mobility. Development Projects Under Review The meeting, attended by key provincial ministers and officials, reviewed ongoing development projects. CM Bugti directed all departments to complete approved schemes by January 2026. While appreciating departments showing progress, he expressed dissatisfaction with delays and ordered the…
Shutter Down, Wheel Jam Strike Cripples Azad Kashmir Region at a Standstill Life across Azad Jammu and Kashmir came to a grinding halt on Monday as the Public Action Committee staged a shutter down and wheel jam strike. The strike, part of a growing protest movement, left shops, markets, hotels, and transport services closed in Muzaffarabad and beyond. Schools remained technically open, but most classrooms were empty as students stayed away. 38-Point Charter of Demands The protest revolves around a sweeping 38-point charter of demands, which includes ending 12 reserved seats for refugees and curbing privileges extended to elites. The…