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 …

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 …

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. …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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. …

PM Shehbaz’s Qatar Visit Focuses on Strengthening Pakistan-Qatar Relations

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has embarked on a strategic two-day visit to Qatar to reinforce and deepen Pakistan-Qatar relations. At the invitation of Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the prime minister aims to build on the strong ties between both nations, with discussions centered on enhancing bilateral cooperation in trade, investment, and cultural …

Saudi Arabia and Pakistan Sign MoUs, Raising Investment to $2.8 Billion

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia signed several new memorandums of understanding (MoUs) with Pakistan on Wednesday. The investment amount now stands at $2.8 billion. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with Saudi Investment Minister Khalid bin Abdulaziz Al Falih at the 8th Future Investment Initiative (FII) in Riyadh, where the agreements were finalized. “This is only the beginning,” …

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