Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has said that thousands of Pakistani soldiers and civilians have been martyred in terrorism incidents since 2022, which he linked to militant activity operating from Afghan territory. Speaking during a National Assembly session, he stressed that terrorism remains one of Pakistan’s most serious security challenges. He urged greater regional cooperation to […]
Pakistan Security
Initial report on Quetta blast submitted to authorities
An initial investigation report into the deadly blast near a railway crossing in Quetta has been presented to Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti during a high-level security meeting. Read More: Terror attack targets Quetta shuttle train near Pishin The meeting, jointly chaired by the interior minister and the chief minister, strongly […]
Terror attack targets Quetta shuttle train near Pishin
A terrorist attack targeted a shuttle train near the Pishin stop in Quetta, causing panic among passengers travelling ahead of the Eid holidays. Officials said the attack struck a train carrying ordinary civilians, including women, children and elderly passengers returning home to celebrate Eid with their families. The explosion damaged parts of the train and […]
Gang selling sensitive personal, security-related data to foreign agencies arrested in Punjab
The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency has arrested a gang in southern Punjab accused of selling sensitive personal and security-related data of citizens and important personalities to foreign agencies. Speaking at a press conference in Islamabad, NCCIA Director General Syed Khurram Ali said the group was involved in illegally obtaining and selling confidential information for […]
18 militants killed in clash between rival groups in Kurram
At least 18 militants, including a commander, were killed during a violent clash between two rival armed groups in the central region of Kurram District, according to police officials. Read More: Al-Qaida in Syria losing ground in battles with insurgents The incident took place in the Manato Kamran Khel area of Central Kurram, where armed groups […]
Tribal leader among three killed in Wana explosion
Three people, including a prominent tribal leader, were killed and four others injured in a remote-controlled explosion near Rustom Bazaar in Wana, South Waziristan Lower, on Monday, officials said. According to District Police Officer (DPO) Muhammad Tahir, the blast targeted a vehicle carrying members of the Ahmedzai Wazir tribe. Among those killed was the head […]
Blast in Lakki Marwat kills seven, including policemen
At least seven people, including two police officials, were killed and 23 others injured in a blast in Serai Naurang tehsil of Lakki Marwat district in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Tuesday, police said. Read More: Two peace committee members shot dead in Lakki Marwat According to a spokesperson for the district police officer, Qudratullah Khan, the nature […]
Maryam Nawaz pays tribute to Jand hero
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has paid tribute to hero civilian who lost his life while preventing a potential terrorist attack in the Jand area of Attock, calling his sacrifice a symbol of courage and patriotism. The Chief Minister lauded martyr Liaqat, a resident of Mankor village in Jand tehsil, for his bravery in confronting […]
Eight injured including five police personnel in two separate attacks in Bajaur
At least eight people, including five police personnel, were injured in two separate attacks in Bajaur District, highlighting ongoing security concerns in the region. The incidents occurred late Friday night in different areas of Khar tehsil, officials confirmed. Read More: Cop, passerby killed in attack on polio team in Bajaur According to police sources, the first attack took […]
Three SHOs suspended after Khairpur drone incident
Three station house officers (SHOs) have been suspended and an official inquiry has been launched after an alleged drone-related incident in Khairpur District left four civilians dead, according to authorities. Read More: ICT Police enforces tough accountability The incident reportedly occurred in Saeed Khan Lakho village, where four people were killed under circumstances that are […]