LAHORE: The Punjab Home Department has issued a detailed list of banned and unregistered organisations under the Anti-Terrorism Act 1997, warning that providing any financial assistance funding to proscribed groups constitutes a criminal offence. Read More: Home dept warns against donations to unregistered charities In an official statement, the department cautioned citizens that donating zakat, […]
Pakistan Security
CDF Munir links Pakistan’s security to UAE’s stability
Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir and Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi and National Security Advisor of United Arab Emirates (UAE) Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Monday discussed ways to further strengthen cooperation between Pakistan and the UAE across various sectors, particularly in […]
Militants abduct CPEC policeman, attack journalist’s residence in Bannu
PESHAWAR: A CPEC policeman was reportedly kidnapped, and his house set on fire by armed militants in the Dogar Umarzai area of Bannu district, authorities said. Around 40 to 50 militants allegedly stormed the residence of Constable Qadeer, destroying three rooms and household belongings before abducting him, causing panic among his family and local residents. […]
United Nations Security Council extends Afghanistan sanctions monitoring mandate
The United Nations Security Council on Thursday unanimously adopted a resolution extending the mandate of the Monitoring Team supporting the 1988 Afghanistan Sanctions Committee for another year, renewing its work until February 17, 2027. Read More: UNSC rebuts Taliban denial, links Afghan networks to rising All 15 members voted in favour of the US-drafted resolution amid […]
National Assembly urges unity against terrorism after Islamabad imambargah attack
ISLAMABAD: Defence Minister Khawaja Asif on Monday stressed the need for national unity in the fight against terrorism, as the National Assembly unanimously adopted a resolution condemning the deadly suicide attack at an imambargah in Islamabad. Read More: Senate demands judicial probe into Islamabad bombing Speaking on the floor of the lower house, Asif said political […]
Police officer martyred in Nowshera raid linked to Islamabad blast
PESHAWAR — A police officer was martyred and a constable injured during a raid in Nowshera’s Hakeemabad area, officials confirmed, as authorities continue operations against those involved in the deadly Islamabad imambargah suicide bombing. Read More: Two ‘terrorists’ killed, two cops martyred in Nowshera operation The late-night raid was conducted following leads on suspected facilitators of the Islamabad attack, in […]
Maryam Nawaz cancels Basant amid Islamabad tragedy
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz canceled all her Basant-related engagements following the deadly Islamabad suicide attack. The mega Basant show at Liberty Square was also called off. She emphasized national unity against extremists and their facilitators. The announcement came a day after the Tarlai Imambargah blast killed 31 worshippers and injured 169 during Friday prayers. […]
Defense Minister: Pakistan vows full force against attackers
Pakistan’s Defense Minister Khawaja Asif vowed a full-scale response after a suicide attack in Islamabad killed 31 worshippers. He said the attack targeted innocent citizens and was carried out by enemies of religion and the homeland. Authorities confirmed the bomber had links to Afghanistan and had received militant training. Asif highlighted evidence suggesting a connection […]
Explosion reported at Islamabad Imambargah, casualties feared
ISLAMABAD: Multiple casualties were feared after an explosion at Terlai Imambargah in the Shehzad Town area of Islamabad on Friday. According to initial reports, the blast occurred inside the Imambargah, prompting police and rescue teams to rush to the scene immediately. Rescue 1122 and other emergency services have begun rescue operations, working to evacuate the […]
India Backing BLA Attack in Balochistan, Targeting U.S. Interests, Says Sikh Rights Group
Washington D.C.: A deadly attack on civilians in Pakistan’s southwestern Balochistan province carried out by the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) was described as a direct strike not only on Pakistan but also on U.S. strategic and economic interests under the Trump administration, a U.S.-based Sikh advocacy group said Tuesday. Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), based in […]