In response to the recent bill introduced by the Indian government in the Lok Sabha, residents of Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan have expressed strong disapproval, alleging that the legislation aims to reinforce what they perceive as India’s illegitimate control over occupied Kashmir and potentially facilitate interference in Azad Jammu and Kashmir. According to the public’s sentiments, there is a prevailing belief …

The efforts to establish peace in Chitral are bearing fruit, as the Kalash winter festival of Choimus has kicked off with great fervor. The historic Choimus festival of the Kalash tribe in Chitral has officially begun in the Bamboret, Birir and Rumbur valleys in Lower Chitral. The festival, which started on December 16, will conclude on December 22 during which …

A man allegedly opened fire shots outside a wedding hall and gunned down four people, including his ex-wife and her father, in Lahore’s Salamatpura area. Lahore police said that the accused, identified as Salman, opened fire on his ex-wife and her family when they returned from a wedding event. The accused is still at large and Police teams are after …

The first Markhor trophy of the year has been hunted down in Chitral. An American hunter shot down a Kashmir Markhor in Toshi-Shasha Community Park for a fee of a whopping $185,000. Deron James Millan, an American national, inaugurated this year’s trophy hunting season by hunting down a 9.5-year-old Markhor in Lower Chitral on Saturday. The size of the horns …

A large number of illegal Afghans have been deported back to Afghanistan from Pakistan over fear of arrest as Islamabad announced a change of policy shift after a series of attacks on security forces and civilians by Afghan national suicide bombers. The policymakers in Islamabad said enough was enough to the Afghan refugee problem and announced the deportation of illegal …

In 1971, Pakistani soldiers displayed exceptional courage and valor during the conflict, sacrificing their lives for the defense of their homeland. Brigadier Retired Masoodul Hasan, a participant in the conflict, sheds light on the complexities of that time. His insights challenge the prevailing narrative that implicates the Pakistan Army in atrocities against Biharis in East Pakistan. Recalling his first posting …

Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir called on the United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres to discuss issues pertaining to Kashmir and Gaza, said the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) in a statement Saturday. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the army chief is in the US on his official maiden visit during which he held meetings with Secretary …

As many as six individuals snatched a bag containing gold worth Rs 180 million from gold traders at School Bazar bridge near the city police station area of Rahim Yar Khan. According to the details, six armed men opened fire and critically injured two businessmen for resisting the robbery bid near the city police station area. As per the gold …

As Pakistan observes the ninth anniversary of the terrorist attack on the Army Public School (APS) in Peshawar on December 16, the nation stands resilient, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to combating terrorism and safeguarding its citizens. The inhumane attack in 2014 witnessed militants targeting APS, resulting in the loss of over 140 lives, primarily students and teachers. Described as Pakistan’s …

Justice Sardar Tariq Masood took oath as the acting chief justice on Saturday during a simple ceremony held at the Supreme Court, said a statement released by the apex court. He will perform the duties of the country’s top judge during the absence of Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa. The oath was administered by Justice Ijazul Ahsan. Other apex court …

The Supreme Court has signaled its full-throated determination to uphold the general elections scheduled for February 8 by countermanding the LHC’s decision – a firm strike of the gavel to potentially foreclose doors on high courts to muscle in on top court’s rulings in the future. Moreover, when the SC exhibits resolve on any issue, it becomes exceedingly challenging for …

Three cops were martyred and three others were injured in a gunbattle with terrorists, who attacked Tank Police Lines in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Friday. According to details, a group of terrorists attacked Tank Police Lines with the latest weapons. As a result, three cops were martyred while fighting the terrorists and three others sustained injuries. The brave cops neutralized three …

The Supreme Court on Friday issued a notice to a former spymaster general (retd) Faiz Hameed and three others in the case pertaining to the removal of former Islamabad High Court (IHC) judge Shaukat Aziz Siddiqui. Notices were also issued to the former IHC chief justice Anwar Khan Kasi, former Supreme Court registrar Arbab Muhammad Arif and brigadier (retd) Irfan …

General Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), COAS called on key US Government and Military officials during his ongoing visit to US including, Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State, General Llyod J. Austin (Retired), Secretary of Defense, Victoria Nuland, Deputy Secretary of State, Jonathan Finer, Deputy National Security Adviser and General Charles Q Brown, Chairman of Joint Chiefs of Staff. In …

Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Emir Sirajul Haq said on Friday that the country was witnessing “political uncertainty.” Addressing the youth workers’ convention in Lower Dir, Haq said, “The solution to all the problems in the country is the timely elections. If the timely polls are not be held then the country will be further dragged into the quagmire.” He took a swipe …

The federal government has decided to disburse the salaries and pensions for the month of December in advance to all federal government servants and pensioners belonging to the Christian community on the occasion of Christmas. The Finance Division has written a letter in this regard to the Controller General of Accounts. Through the letter, the Finance Division requested the Office …

The Supreme Court (SC) is expected to hear the case related to the general elections on Friday۔ Chief Election Commissioner Sikandar Sultan Raja appeared before the SC today, where he had a crucial meeting with Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa. Attorney General Mansoor Usman Awan was also present during the meeting. On this occasion, SC Justices Sardar Tariq Masood and …

PTI Senior Vice President Sher Afzal Marwat has been arrested by the Lahore police. The PTI legal team member was arrested from outside the Lahore High Court on Thursday evening and taken away after being bundled into a car. The police had to face a lot of resistance from the lawyers present on the occasion who tried to save Marwat from …

The Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) on Thursday unanimously approved the request of Supreme Court Justice Mazahar Naqvi’s request for open proceedings on his complaint. Chief Justice Faiz Isa chaired the meeting of the Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) with the participation of Justice Sardar Tariq and Justice Ejaz ul Ahsan, Justice Amir Bhatti, and Justice Naeem Akhtar Afghan. Complaints against Justice …

The Chief Justice of Pakistan Qazi Faez Isa asked advocate Hamid Khan, in Shaukat Siddique’s dismissal case, to make former ISI director general Faiz Hameed party to the case or the learned council client should take back all accusations against the former spymaster. The case hearing has now been adjourned till Friday at 10:30 am. The CJP remarked when he …

The Supreme Court has conditionally suspended its earlier verdict that declared the trial of civilians in military courts null and void. The court announced its decision with a 5-1 majority. Justice Musarrat Hilali opposed the majority decision. The SC ruled that the military courts will not pronounce final decisions on the trials underway. It allowed the military courts to proceed …

The Supreme Court has decided to hear all the cases related to the duration of disqualification together. It has also sought written responses from the election commission, the attorney general for Pakistan and all provincial advocates general on constitutional and legal points. In the judgment in the Mir Badshah Qaisrani case, the court declared that the pendency in this case …

The government of Punjab has imposed a ban on the slaughter of useful female animals across the province.  According to State Radio, the decision was taken during a meeting presided over by Caretaker Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi in the provincial capital on Tuesday. Addressing the meeting, the chief minister said that the provincial government will set up animal disease-free zones …

In a significant move to regulate and improve public transportation, the Punjab provincial cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi, has approved notable amendments to the Motor Vehicles Rules of 1969. This decision, taken during the cabinet’s 34th meeting, marks a pivotal step in legally recognizing motorcycle rickshaws, commonly known as Qingqi rickshaws, as a legitimate mode of transport. The …

After more than 11 years, a nine-member larger bench of the Supreme Court headed by Chief Justice of Pakistan Qazi Faez Isa has started hearing the presidential reference filed in April 2011 against the death sentence awarded to former prime minister Zulfikar Ali Bhutto. The CJP dictated the verdict of today’s hearing and adjourned the case hearing till January 2024. …

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has sought the details of PTI’s intra-party election from the PTI. The DG Law says that until the commission is satisfied, the election symbol cannot be issued. PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan said that if the party does not get the bat symbol, it will constitute a violation of fundamental rights. Petitioner Akbar …

At least 25 army personnel were martyred and several others injured in two separate terrorist attacks in Dera Ismail Khan in the wee hours of Tuesday. At around 3am on Tuesday, six terrorists attacked a police station in the Daraban area of Dera Ismail Khan, however, their attempt to enter the premises was foiled. The terrorists then rammed a vehicle …

Pakistan on Monday categorically rejected the judgement announced by the Supreme Court of India on the status of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK). Pakistan, in a statement issued by Ministry of Foreign Affairs and later in a press conference by Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani, made it clear that Jammu and Kashmir is an internationally-recognized dispute, which remains …

The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has announced that it is in the process of implementing the ‘Cycling as an Alternative Transport’ project. According to the civic authority, over 146 KM of dedicated cycling lanes will be developed all over the federal capital under this project. It aims to reduce carbon footprint and traffic congestion through this project. CDA further stated …

Fashion designer and social media activist Khadijah Shah has been arrested by Quetta police on charges of murder and attempted murder. On the other hand, her detention order was withdrawn by the Punjab government on Monday, adding a new twist to the case. Quetta police arrested Khadijah on Monday afternoon, and the anti-terrorism court granted her two-day transit remand to …

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar Khan talking to the media clarified in the air that PTI will not boycott the upcoming general elections. He said the Peshawar High Court (PHC) has stopped the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) from taking final action on the intra-party elections. “If the case was not filed in the High Court, the Election Commission …

This day commemorates the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) by the United Nations General Assembly on December 10, 1948. President Dr Arif Alvi reaffirmed Pakistan’s dedication to upholding citizens’ rights as outlined in the country’s Constitution, the UDHR, and other international agreements. In a message on the occasion, President Alvi said the Constitution guarantees fundamental rights …

Transparency International Pakistan (TIP) Saturday released its National Corruption Perception Survey 2023 which shows the judiciary among the top three most corrupt institutions in Pakistan. Police are the most corrupt, followed by tendering and contracting and judiciary. Education and Health departments have been evaluated as the 4th and 5th most corrupt institutions. Local Government, Land Administration and Customs, Excise and …

KHUZDAR: A police official was martyred while two others sustained injuries after their vehicle was hit by a magnetic improvised explosive device (IED) in Khuzdar, Balochistan on Sunday. According to the police, Counter Terrorism Department’s (CTD) Station House Officer Mohammad Murad embraced martyrdom in the blast after his car was targeted on the Sultan Ibrahim road. The police added that …

Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has said that he does not have any political rivals as “neither any player nor anyone else” can compete with him in politics. Addressing the party’s rally in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Kohat district on Sunday, the PPP chief took a veiled jibe at his political opponents, saying that they are contesting elections for their …

Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir has left for the United States (US) on his maiden official visit since his assuming office in November last year, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said in a statement on Sunday. In a brief statement, the military’s media wing said the army chief is scheduled to meet senior military and other government …

Imran Khan’s petition was submitted by his lawyers Salman Akram Raja and Barrister Samir Khosa. The petition has made the federal government, the Election Commission of Pakistan and the Adiala Jail superintendent parties. Imran Khan argues in the petition that the ECP started proceedings for contempt of the commission illegally. The ECP did not have the authority to try someone …

A six-member bench, led by Justice Tariq Masood, will hold the hearing on December 13, marking a crucial development. The bench includes Justice Aminuddin, Justice Hasan Azhar Rizvi, Justice Muhammad Ali Mazhar, along with Justice Musarrat Hilali and Justice Irfan Saadat. Convening a larger bench suggests the complexity and significance of issues surrounding civilian trials in military courts. It emphasizes …

ISLAMABAD: A district and sessions court in Islamabad on Saturday reserved the verdict in Sarah Inam’s murder case which will be announced on December 14. Sessions Judge Nasir Javaid Rana will announce the decision. Sarah, a 37-year-old economist, was murdered with dumbbells by her husband Shahnawaz Amir, who is the son of journalist Ayaz Amir, in Islamabad’s Chak Shahzad area …

LAHORE: Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) Quaid Nawaz Sharif on Saturday renewed the call for holding those accountable who ousted him when he was the prime minister. “The country was thriving from 2013 to 2017 and the economy was better, however, good people were thrown out and Pakistan was handed to clumsy people,” said the PML-N supremo while addressing the party’s …