In a significant achievement, the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) of Balochistan, alongside the Frontier Corps (FC) and local police, thwarted a major terrorist plan in the Rahsham area of Musakhel district. This operation, launched on the basis of intelligence agency insights, aimed to disrupt the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA)’s plans to attack key installations in the region. The operation unfolded under the cover of night as law enforcement agencies strategically surrounded the terrorists. A fierce exchange of gunfire ensued, during which three militants were killed and two others were apprehended alive. However, 5-7 terrorists managed to flee, using the darkness…
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From October 1 to November 1, South Waziristan hosted a grand sports festival in collaboration with Frontier Corps Khyber Pakhtunkhwa South, concluding with great success. The event, held across 10 different locations in the region, saw remarkable local participation, with 136 cricket teams, 97 volleyball teams, and 146 football teams competing. Beyond sports, the festival included a variety of attractions such as tug-of-war, circus performances, cultural displays, and traditional food stalls, creating a vibrant atmosphere for attendees. The event aimed to foster positivity among the youth and provide a platform to showcase their talents and creativity. Spectators expressed their joy…
The federal government has introduced a bill in the National Assembly seeking further amendments to the Anti-Terrorism Act, proposing significant changes to the detention and trial processes for individuals involved in serious crimes. The proposed bill aims to enhance the authority of the armed forces and civil security agencies, granting them additional powers to detain suspects linked to national security threats and specific criminal activities. One of the primary amendments focuses on section 11, sub-section 4E of the Anti-Terrorism Act. If enacted, this amendment would authorize the armed forces and civil security agencies to detain individuals suspected of crimes for…
NEW DELHI: The Indian army has been empowered to directly regulate social media content pertaining to its military operations. To facilitate this, the Indian defense ministry has appointed a senior officer from the Additional Directorate General Strategic Communications (ADG SC) as the “Nodal Officer.” This officer is granted authority under Section 79(3)(b) of the IT Act to issue takedown requests to social media platforms regarding illegal content related to the Indian military. Previously, the army relied on the Ministry of Electronics and IT for content removal or blocking requests. With this new directive, the ADG (Strategic Communication) can now identify…
BAKU: As the host of the COP29 UN climate talks, Azerbaijan will unveil a set of standards this month, agreed upon by over 100 countries, aimed at guiding sustainable investment, announced the country’s central bank governor on Friday. The need for climate finance taxonomies is critical to ensure that investments effectively reduce emissions; however, investors are often confused by the variety of differing regulations. The 27-member European Union has established one of the most prominent taxonomies, but a UN framework could gain even broader support. “We have developed new unified taxonomy principles alongside 110 countries. These principles will be utilized…
Tel Aviv: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a stark warning to Iran, asserting that Israel has the capability to target any location within the country. He emphasized that Israel’s primary goal is to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons, despite experts noting that Israel itself possesses undeclared nuclear capabilities. Netanyahu labeled Iran’s nuclear program as a significant threat to both regional and global security. He stated, “We will not allow Iran to obtain nuclear capabilities,” reaffirming Israel’s commitment to counter what it considers an existential threat. In response, Mohammad Mohammadi, a senior aide to Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali…
Gaza: In an overnight bombardment by Israeli forces, 47 Palestinians were killed, and dozens more were injured, with a significant number being women and children, according to the Palestinian news agency WAFA. The attacks targeted areas in Deir Al-Balah, the Nuseirat camp, and Al-Zawayda town. The Israeli military reported that their operations successfully identified and eliminated “several armed terrorists” in central Gaza, claiming to have targeted “dozens of terrorists” in raids in the Jabalia area of northern Gaza. The ongoing conflict, which escalated after Hamas’s attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, has resulted in the deaths of over 43,000…
PYONGYANG: North Korea recently announced the successful test of its latest intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM), the Hwasong-19, in a clear display of military strength. The missile reportedly reached an altitude of 7,687 kilometers and traveled over 1,000 kilometers in a flight duration of 5,156 seconds. On Thursday, North Korea launched another long-range ballistic missile into the sea off its eastern coast, following reports that preparations for an ICBM launch were underway. This missile landed approximately 300 kilometers west of Japan’s Okushiri Island but outside Japan’s exclusive economic zone, drawing condemnation from Japanese officials who labeled the launch a significant security…
Major Atif Khalil Shaheed (31) from Sadhnuti, Azad Kashmir, Naik Azadullah Shaheed (36) from Karak, and Lance Naik Ghazanfar Abbas (35) from Leh district were laid to rest with full military honors after sacrificing their lives during an operation against Khawarij in Bannu district. Corps Commanders from Rawalpindi and Peshawar attended Major Atif Khalil Shaheed’s funeral prayer, joined by senior military and civilian officials, soldiers, family members, and local elders. Read More: Fitna al-Khawarij: Anti-Islamic Attacks on Religious Sites and Scholars The ceremony underscored the unwavering resolve of Pakistan’s armed forces, strengthened by the sacrifices of their martyrs, in the ongoing…
CAIRO: At least 30 Palestinians were killed in Israeli strikes across the Gaza Strip on Thursday, with significant damage reported at Kamal Adwan Hospital in northern Gaza. The assault reportedly torched medical supplies and interrupted operations, according to Gaza health officials. The Israeli military accused Hamas of using the hospital in Beit Lahiya for militant purposes, claiming that “dozens of terrorists” were hiding there. Both Hamas and Gaza health officials deny the charge. In the midst of an ongoing offensive focused in northern Gaza, Israeli forces previously raided Kamal Adwan Hospital, detaining approximately 100 suspected Hamas militants. The military asserts…