Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Chief Minister (CM) Sohail Afridi has criticised what he described as decisions being made behind closed doors, saying the provincial government would resist any policy that undermines peace or goes against the interests of the people of the province. Afridi made the remarks during a visit to Bannu on Monday following a […]
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Islamabad saved from major tragedy as female suicide bomber arrested.
Law enforcement authorities say they have foiled a potential suicide attack in Islamabad after arresting a woman allegedly being prepared for the operation by militant elements. Officials said the suspect, identified as Khairun Nisa, is a resident of Turbat and was taken into custody before any attack could be carried out. Authorities described the arrest […]
IG reviews security, counter-terror measures
Inspector General of Police (IGP) Islamabad Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi chaired a series of meetings to review the overall security situation, counter-terrorism measures, police station development projects and public service initiatives in the federal capital. An official told APP on Sunday that DIG Headquarters Malik Jameel Zafar, SSP CTD Saud Khan, Director Special Initiatives Shams-ul-Haq […]
Fresh violence in Manipur leaves three dead
At least three people were killed in renewed ethnic clashes in India’s northeastern state of Manipur, highlighting ongoing instability in the region. Police confirmed that the fatalities occurred during an exchange of gunfire between rival groups in Mullam village in Ukhrul district late Friday. Read More: Shutdown paralyses Christian-dominated district in Manipur According to authorities, the […]
Islamabad maintains security lockdown amid uncertainty over US-Iran talks
For nearly a week, the federal capital has been waiting for peace talks between the United States and Iran to take place there and large parts of the city remain sealed off by authorities. Key roads leading into Islamabad are shut down, and a strict security cordon envelops the administrative centre, the so-called “Red Zone”. […]
Suspected bombing plot foiled in Russia, German woman detained
Authorities in Russia say they have thwarted a suspected bombing plot and detained a German woman believed to be involved in the planned attack. The incident, reported by state media, has raised fresh concerns over security threats in the region. Read More: Turkey detains Russian ‘planning drone attack on US warplane According to the Federal Security Service (FSB), the […]
Security arrangements in Islamabad in overdrive amid likely US-Iran talks
Security arrangements in Islamabad were in overdrive on Thursday as speculation continued about the federal capital possibly hosting a second round of talks between the US and Iran. Senior police officials said a meeting – chaired by the deputy inspector general of logistics – was held last night, during which a shortage of manpower in […]
Government ramps up security for high-stakes US-Iran talks
Foreign delegations have begun arriving in the federal capital ahead of the upcoming US-Iran negotiations, a landmark diplomatic engagement scheduled to take place in Islamabad following the recently announced ceasefire. A high-level meeting chaired by Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi reviewed in detail the security and administrative preparations for the talks. The briefing covered Islamabad’s […]
Florida governor signs law restricting foreign legal systems
Ron DeSantis, the governor of Florida, has signed a new law aimed at restricting the application of certain foreign legal systems and strengthening measures against extremist groups. Read More: Florida Governor Labels Muslim Rights Group as Terrorist The legislation, known as HB 1471, prohibits the use or enforcement of foreign laws—including interpretations of Sharia law—if they […]
Foolproof security finalised for Easter in Punjab: minister
Punjab Minister and Chairman Cabinet Committee on Law and Order Khawaja Salman Rafique has said that comprehensive and foolproof security arrangements are being ensured across the province to maintain law and order during the Holy Week of the Christian community. He expressed these views during his visit to the Central Control Room of the Home […]