PESHAWAR: The incidence of attacks on health workers during door-to-door polio vaccination campaigns has declined in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, enabling better immunisation coverage of previously inaccessible children. Officials attributed the improvement to enhanced security measures and strict supervision, which have allowed vaccinators to operate without fear. Since 2012, 96 people, including 61 policemen, 27 health workers, […]
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Explosion reported at Supreme Court building in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD – An explosion occurred at the Supreme Court building in Islamabad on Tuesday, according to local media reports. Initial accounts suggested the blast was caused by a gas cylinder, though later reports linked it to an air conditioner malfunction. Videos obtained by Dawn showed significant damage inside parts of the Supreme Court, including the […]
Punjab extends Section 144 for seven more days
LAHORE – The Punjab Home Department has extended the enforcement of Section 144 across the province for another seven days to maintain public order and address security concerns. According to the notification, all types of protests, rallies, processions, dharnas, and public gatherings will remain banned during this period. Section 144 restricts gatherings of four or […]
‘Cotton Plan 2025’ in final stage to revive production
The Ministry of National Food Security and Research is all set to finalize the National Cotton Plan 2025 to enhance crop yield, improve quality, and reduce the cost of production. According to documents available with Wealth Pakistan, the National Cotton Plan 2025 aims to boost cotton production and promote import substitution through initiatives such as […]
Afghans, Foreigners barred from renting property in Punjab
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has ordered strict action against anyone renting property to foreigners, including Afghans. Officials must register FIRs immediately. This decision comes amid rising concerns over illegal residency and security. The government aims to ensure compliance across all districts. During the sixth consecutive law-and-order meeting, CM Sharif directed mosques to announce […]
CJCSC, Maldives president discuss regional and global security
Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC) General Sahir Shamshad Mirza undertook an official visit to Maldives and discussed with the country’s leadership the evolving global and regional security environment and issues of mutual interest, including bilateral defence and security cooperation. During the visit, CJCSC called on President of Maldives Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, Defence Minister […]
Top British diplomat, Lanjar discuss security cooperation
British High Commissioner to Pakistan, Ms Jane Marriott, called on Sindh Home Minister Zia-ul-Hassan Lanjar at his office, accompanied by a three-member delegation. The meeting included detailed discussions on bilateral relations, security cooperation, police reforms, and other matters of mutual interest. The British High Commissioner Jane Marriott expressed satisfaction over the overall law and order […]
Pakistan, Afghanistan Agree to Immediate Ceasefire After Doha Talks
ISLAMABAD — Pakistan and Afghanistan reached an agreement on Sunday for an immediate and permanent ceasefire, following high-stakes negotiations in Doha mediated by Qatar and Turkiye. The agreement aims to end weeks of cross-border clashes and establish mechanisms for long-term peace and stability. Defence Minister Khawaja Asif said on X (formerly Twitter) that both nations […]
Pakistan Links Economic Stability to Security: Aurangzeb
WASHINGTON — Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has said that controlling militancy is essential for Pakistan’s financial stability. Speaking at the end of his week-long visit to Washington for the IMF and World Bank meetings, he noted that investors and global lenders repeatedly raised concerns about Pakistan’s security situation and its link to economic recovery. Federal […]
Foolproof security plan implemented for Diwali celebrations in Sanghar
Sanghar Police have issued a comprehensive and foolproof security plan to ensure peaceful Diwali celebrations across the district. According to SSP Sanghar, Abid Ali Gadani Baloch, security personnel, including both male and female officers, have been deployed at 30 temples and adjoining residential areas to maintain law and order. A police spokesperson said on Sunday […]