Pakistan’s security forces have killed more than 200 Afghan Taliban and affiliated militants in large-scale retaliatory strikes after unprovoked cross-border attacks on Pakistani posts, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Sunday. The military confirmed that 23 Pakistani soldiers were martyred in the overnight assault by Taliban and India-backed Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), also known as […]
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Pakistan launches nationwide polio drive to immunise 45 million children
Pakistan is set to launch a massive nationwide polio vaccination campaign from October 13 to 19, aiming to immunise more than 45 million children under the age of five. The National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC) announced that the campaign will be supported by over 400,000 trained health workers who will visit homes across the country […]
Chaman, Torkham borders shut as Pak-Afghan tensions escalate
Pakistan has temporarily closed the Chaman and Torkham border crossings amid renewed clashes and rising tensions with Afghan forces, halting trade and pedestrian movement on both sides. Officials confirmed that the decision was taken as a precautionary measure to prevent further escalation and ensure the safety of civilians and traders. The closure has disrupted routine […]
Ishaq Dar blames terrorists for rising Pak-Afghan tensions
Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has voiced deep concern over the escalating situation along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border, warning that terrorist groups are attempting to damage relations between the two neighbouring countries. He said Pakistan remains committed to peace and stability in the region, but recent provocations have tested Islamabad’s patience. Dar noted that the Taliban’s unprovoked […]
Shehbaz, field marshal Munir to lead key Saudi visit
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir are set to begin a three-day visit to Saudi Arabia on October 26. The high-level visit aims to strengthen bilateral cooperation following last month’s signing of the landmark defence treaty between the two nations in Riyadh. During the trip, both leaders will meet Saudi Crown […]
PTI’s quick move to elect new KP CM raises legal questions
The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) is moving quickly to elect a new chief minister in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa without waiting for the formal acceptance of Ali Amin Gandapur’s resignation by the governor. Legal experts caution that this premature step could create constitutional complications and delay the election process. Despite warnings, the party’s parliamentary group seems eager to […]
Pakistan, China launch RMB 5 billion smart water partnership
Pakistan and China have joined hands to modernize Pakistan’s outdated water management systems through a major RMB 5 billion collaboration aimed at improving irrigation efficiency and climate resilience. The new initiative focuses on digital monitoring, smart irrigation, and flood control technologies to strengthen Pakistan’s agricultural foundation and protect vulnerable regions from climate-related disasters. Under the […]
Beijing accuses US of hypocrisy over new tariffs and rare Earth dispute
Beijing has accused Washington of escalating trade tensions after US President Donald Trump announced a 100% tariff on Chinese exports and new export controls on critical software. In response, China defended its recent curbs on rare earth exports, calling them lawful and necessary, while criticizing the US for blacklisting Chinese firms and imposing additional port […]
Bitcoin drops 8% as Trump’s tariff war with China rattles global markets
NEW YORK – Bitcoin, the world’s biggest cryptocurrency, dropped 8.4% on Friday after US President Donald Trump intensified his trade fight with China. Trump announced 100% tariffs on Chinese exports to the US and new export controls on “critical software,” following China’s limits on rare earth exports used in tech and manufacturing. Read More: Crypto […]
AIIB approves $235 million loan for Management Project
ISLAMABAD – The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has approved $235 million to improve Lahore’s water and wastewater system. The project will help ensure a safe water supply and reduce the environmental damage caused by untreated sewage flowing into the River Ravi. It will also support the Lahore Water and Sanitation Agency (LWASA) in becoming […]