PESHAWAR: Police launched a raid on Sunday to arrest suspects involved in filming and leaking an obscene video of a transgender person, Dolphin Ayan. An official from Peshawar police confirmed that the operation was conducted jointly with Shabqadar police. The goal was to apprehend those accused of using the video for blackmail and extortion. Raids …
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NADRA Family Registration Certificate Fee Update
The Family Registration Certificate (FRC) is a vital document issued by the National Database Registration Authority (NADRA) in Pakistan. This certificate contains essential information about all members of a family. It plays a crucial role in ensuring that citizens have accurate details on record with NADRA, which is necessary for obtaining other official documents. How …
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CM Bugti Urges Educating Youth Against Enemy Propaganda
Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti emphasized the urgent need to empower youth with education to counter misinformation campaigns. Speaking at the “Safar Mualim” program organized by Voice of Balochistan, Bugti highlighted the importance of teachers in equipping young minds to discern and reject enemy propaganda aimed at destabilizing society. In this context, he underlined …
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Tragic House Fire in Skardu Claims Lives of Judge’s Wife and Son
A heartbreaking house fire in Skardu’s Hamid Garh area claimed the lives of Sessions Judge Khurshid Ahmed’s wife and son on Sunday morning. The incident, which unfolded at approximately 6 AM, has left the local community in shock and mourning. The tragic event has highlighted the urgent need for quicker emergency response capabilities in Skardu, …
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CTD Operation in Balochistan’s Musakhel District Kills Three Terrorists
In a significant operation against militancy, the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) in Balochistan confirmed the killing of three terrorists and arrest of two others during a targeted mission in the Musakhel district early Sunday. This anti-terrorism operation reflects CTD’s intensified efforts to curb activities of the proscribed Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), aiming to restore peace and …
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Imran Khan’s Lawyer Rescued in Punjab Police Operation
Punjab Police successfully rescued Intezar Hussain Panjutha, lawyer of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan, after a shootout with alleged kidnappers in Hassan Abdal. The rescue took place late Saturday night during a police operation. Police Intercept Suspicious Vehicle The operation began when Attock police officers stopped a suspicious vehicle during a routine check. According …
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Diwali in India Worsens Lahore Smog, AQI Spikes Dramatically
Lahore’s air quality index (AQI) spiked dramatically this week, reaching hazardous levels. Strong winds from India have pushed high levels of PM2.5 particles into the city, impacting public health and disrupting daily activities. Air Quality Index Spikes Over 250 The World Air Quality Index Project reported PM2.5 levels in Lahore exceeding 250. The fine particulate …
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Nawaz Sharif Shares Daughter Maryam’s Vision to Rebrand PIA as “Air Punjab”
London: Former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif revealed that his daughter, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, proposed an ambitious plan to purchase Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) and rebrand it as “Air Punjab.” Sharif disclosed this idea while addressing supporters in New York. He shared that Maryam suggested transforming the airline into a premier global carrier under …
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Pakistan Proposes Bill for Preventive Detention of Terror Suspects
In a significant move to strengthen national security, Pakistan has introduced a new bill aimed at preventive detention of terror suspects. This legislative proposal focuses on empowering authorities to detain individuals suspected of terror-related activities, helping mitigate potential threats before they can materialize. The bill has sparked debate across the country, with many viewing it …
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PTI Lawyer Intizar Punjutha Rescued After Abduction Ordeal
Pakistani lawyer and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) representative Intizar Punjutha, missing since October, has been safely recovered by Attock police. This significant development comes after police intercepted a suspicious vehicle on GT Road, which led to a brief but tense standoff and the eventual rescue of Punjutha. His recovery has brought relief to PTI supporters and …
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Nargis Husband Bashir Gets Interim Bail
Pakistani actress Nargis has accused her husband, Maajid Bashir—a Punjab police official—of domestic violence. Maajid Bashir has now obtained interim bail until November 18 to avoid arrest amid these allegations. Allegations of Assault and Demands Nargis filed a complaint against Bashir, alleging that he demanded property documents and money from her. She further claimed that …
CJP Afridi Summons First JCP Meeting on November 5
Islamabad: Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Yahya Afridi has scheduled the first meeting of the Judicial Commission of Pakistan (JCP) for November 5. The session will focus on selecting judges for constitutional benches in the Supreme Court (SC). This meeting marks a significant step in implementing the 26th Constitutional Amendment, which has restructured the JCP …
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PTI Leaders’ Sisters Granted Pre-Arrest Bail in Protest Cases
LAHORE: An anti-terrorism court granted interim pre-arrest bail to Aleema Khan and Uzma Khan, sisters of PTI founding chairman Imran Khan, on Friday. The bail relates to three new cases tied to protests that occurred on October 6. Both sisters appeared before two different judges of the Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) to file their bail pleas. …
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President Zardari’s Ordinance Enhances Chief Justice’s Role in Bench Formation
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari’s controversial ordinance, which enhances the role of the Chief Justice of Pakistan in bench formation, was laid before the Senate on Friday. The Supreme Court (Practice and Procedure) (Amendment) Ordinance 2024 aims to reshape the current judicial processes. Ordinance Details Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar presented the ordinance in the …
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President Asif Ali Zardari Suffers Foot Fracture in Dubai
President Asif Ali Zardari fractured his foot while deboarding an airplane at Dubai International Airport on Wednesday night. The President House confirmed the injury in a statement on Thursday. Following the fall, medical personnel took Zardari directly to the hospital. Doctors conducted a thorough check-up and placed his foot in a cast. According to the …
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Bomb Blast Near School in Balochistan’s Mastung District Claims Five Lives
A bomb blast near a school in Balochistan’s Mastung district killed five people, including three children and a police officer, according to security officials. The explosion occurred as a van carrying schoolchildren and a police vehicle passed through the area. The tragic event has left the community in shock. Thirteen people sustained injuries, most of …
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Govt Fails to Privatise PIA Due to Low Bid from Blue World City
Islamabad: The government’s first serious attempt to privatise Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) failed on Thursday. Blue World City, the only bidder, offered Rs10 billion for a 60% stake in the airline—far below the minimum price of Rs85 billion set by the government. The gap between the offer and the required price led to the cancellation …
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FO Condemns Attack on Former CJP Qazi Faiz Isa’s Vehicle in London
Islamabad: The Foreign Office of Pakistan has condemned the recent attack on former Chief Justice Qazi Faiz Isa’s vehicle in London. Spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch confirmed that Pakistan would pursue legal action against those responsible. Addressing the media, Baloch reiterated the government’s strong stance against targeted violence, especially toward representatives of the Pakistani High Commission. …
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PM Shehbaz Visits Art Exhibition with Qatar’s Amir
Doha: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Qatar’s Amir Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani visited the National Museum of Qatar. They explored the “Manzar: Art and Architecture of Pakistan from the 1940s to Today” exhibition. The Associated Press of Pakistan reported on their visit. Their visit followed bilateral meetings with officials from both sides. Historic Art …
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Pak Army Officer and Two Soldiers Martyred in Anti-Terror Operations
RAWALPINDI: In a major anti-terror effort, a young Pakistan Army officer and two soldiers were martyred while nine militants, referred to as “khwarij,” were killed in two separate Intelligence-Based Operations (IBOs) in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan. The operations took place on Wednesday, targeting militant activity in Bakka Khel, Bannu District, and Zhob District. Security forces …
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PTI Accepts Justice Yahya Afridi as Chief Justice of Pakistan
The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has fully accepted Justice Yahya Afridi as the new Chief Justice of Pakistan, confirmed PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar on Wednesday. He clarified that, despite PTI’s opposition to the 26th Constitutional Amendment, the party accepts Afridi’s appointment. Talking to The News, Barrister Gohar stated that PTI wholeheartedly rejects the 26th Amendment but …
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Former CJP Qazi Faez Isa Faces PTI Protest at London
Former Chief Justice of Pakistan Qazi Faez Isa encountered a vociferous protest led by Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) supporters outside London’s Middle Temple, where he attended a high-profile event. This gathering of demonstrators, driven by claims of alleged bias against PTI, aimed to challenge the Middle Temple’s decision to honor Isa as a guest. Read: Taliban Govt …
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Govt, Opposition Agree on Judicial Commission Members
In a major development for Pakistan’s judicial reform, the government and opposition have finalized names for the reconstituted Supreme Judicial Commission, part of the 26th Constitutional Amendment. This newly structured commission marks a shift the procedure of appointment for Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP). This decision aims to increase transparency and strengthen the judicial process. …
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