Thursday, April 03, 2025

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Punjab Police recovers 15 Kg heroin consignment linked to Pakistan and USA based drug syndicate, one held

TARN TARAN: Striking yet another major blow to the cross border drug smuggling networks amidst the ongoing anti-drugs campaign “Yudh Nashean Virudh” launched on the directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, Tarn Taran Police has arrested a drug smuggler linked to Pakistan and USA based drug syndicates and recovered 15 kg heroin from his possession, said Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav here on Monday.

Pakistan govt orders to nab, deport Afghan refugees as deadline ends

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan law enforcement agencies have been ordered to arrest and deport thousands of Afghan refugees as the government's deadline for Afghan Citizen Card (ACC) holders to leave the country ends on Monday, local media reported.

Pakistan: Three dead, 21 critically injured in IED blast in Quetta

ISLAMABAD: A suspected Improvised Explosive Device (IED) attack killed three people and critically injured at least 21 others in Quetta, the provincial capital of Balochistan, on Thursday. Police sources confirmed that the explosives were planted in a motorcycle parked near the Barech Market in Quetta city.

Pakistan wants to 'normalise' ties with Afghanistan as deadline for mass deportation of Afghans approaches near

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Afghanistan have decided to make fresh efforts to de-escalate tensions and normalise ties through restructured and realigned diplomatic high-level engagements.

India tells Pakistan it must quit Kashmir, stop justifying terrorism

UNITED NATIONS: India has told Pakistan to vacate the illegally occupied territory in Jammu and Kashmir and stop justifying state-sponsored terrorism.

Ghosts of Operation Searchlight and unacknowledged atrocities by Pakistan

NEW DELHI: One of the most striking transformations in post-Hasina Bangladesh is the conspicuous resurgence of Islamist political forces, with Jamaat-e-Islami Bangladesh (JeIB) at the vanguard of this revival. Once relegated to the fringes under the Awami League's administration, the party has embarked on an ambitious campaign to cleanse itself of historical ignominy, presenting itself as a reformed, moderate, and reinvigorated Islamic political entity. However, despite its ostensible reinvention, its rhetoric and actions betray a calculated effort to whitewash its past, particularly its nefarious role during the Bangladesh Liberation War of 1971.

Pakistan charges Baloch activists with 'terrorism'; not allowed legal counsel

QUETTA: Pakistan has charged Mahrang Baloch, chief of Pakistan's Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC), and several other activists of terrorism after she led the protest sit-in protest against the illegal arrest and illegal police remand of the relatives of the victims of enforced disappearances.

Pakistan has dug trench for itself: Sunil Sharma on Kathua encounter

JAMMU: Leader of Opposition in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly, Sunil Sharma, on Monday strongly condemned Pakistan's continued attempts to infiltrate terrorists into India, asserting that security forces are making relentless efforts to crush terrorism.

No change in deadline for Afghan citizens to leave country: Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: Islamabad has refused to extend the deportation deadline for Afghan Citizen Card (ACC) holders currently residing in Pakistan, maintaining that all undocumented foreigners need to leave the country by March 31. Pakistan has also brushed aside concerns and reservations raised by the United Nations, several human rights groups and relevant agencies regarding the overall process of repatriation.

Pakistan says Torkham border opening temporary; seeks permanent solution with Afghanistan

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan said that the opening of the Torkham border is only a temporary solution as further discussions will be held with Afghanistan to put in place a “permanent system”.

Pakistani woman set ablaze by husband for objecting to his extramarital affairs

KARACHI: In yet another case of violence against women in Pakistan, a woman was set on fire by her husband in Karachi as she objected to him having relations with other women.

Bracewell lauds bowlers 'extraordinary’ show in win over Pakistan

DUNEDIN: New Zealand captain Michael Bracewell was full of praise for his bowlers after their commanding five-wicket win over Pakistan in the second T20I at University Oval.

Punjab Police's anti-drug campaign 'Yudh Nashian Virudh' rattles Pakistan's ISI: DGP Gaurav Yadav

CHANDIGARH: With the ongoing anti-drug campaign ‘Yudh Nashian Virudh’ has rattled Pakistan’s-ISI, Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav on Monday categorically said that Punjab Police will not allow anyone to disturb the hard-earned peace and harmony of the state. Intelligence inputs have also indicated that the campaign’s success has rattled Pakistan’s-ISI, which is now devising strategies to destabilise the border state Punjab to disrupt this ongoing drive against drugs.

LeT terrorist responsible for Rajouri, Reasi attacks eliminated in Pakistan

NEW DELHI: Abu Qatal, a key Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) operative and one of the most wanted terrorists involved in the 2023 Rajouri attack and the 2024 Reasi bus attack, has been killed in Pakistan under mysterious circumstances, according to media reports.

Pakistan: Security forces claim Jaffar Express train operation over, 346 hostages rescued

ISLAMABAD: The standoff between the fighters of the Baloch Liberation Army's (BLA) Majeed Brigade and the Pakistani military after the massive attack on Jaffar Express passenger train in Bolan district has finally ended after more than 24 hours, several reports indicated on Wednesday evening.

Pakistan train hijack: 155 hostages rescued, 27 BLA militants killed

ISLAMABAD: Pakistani security forces have rescued over 150 hostages after militants from the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) hijacked a train carrying more than 400 passengers in Balochistan's Kacchi district, sources said.

Six dead, over 100 taken hostage as armed men attack train in Pakistan's Balochistan

Pakistan rated 'repressed' in civic freedom report

ISLAMABAD: A global alliance of civil society organisations and activists, working to strengthen citizen action and civil society throughout the world, has expressed serious concerns regarding the exercise of civic freedom in Pakistan in its latest report released on Monday.

Pakistan spent money, built stadiums, but didn’t pay attention to the team: Kaneria

NEW DELHI: Former Pakistan cricketer Danish Kaneria exposes the key flaw in Pakistan cricket after their disastrous run in the Champions Trophy, of which they were the host and became the first team to crash out of the tournament. He said that PCB spent a lot of money organising the mega event but failed to pay attention to the team and its preparation.

Protests in Pakistan against 'anti-people' policies, Sindh's rights violations

KARACHI: Pakistan has witnessed a series of protests in recent days, with citizens voicing their anger against what they describe as anti-people policies and the violation of Sindh's rights.

Pakistan's capital on red alert after militant attack on security check post

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan's capital Islamabad has been put on high alert with authorities closing all entry and exit points to the 'Red Zone' for an indefinite period following a major attack on a check post on the Punjab–Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) border by 15-20 militants in the early hours of Saturday.

US likely to bar entry of Pakistanis, impose complete travel ban soon

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan, along with Afghanistan, is likely to feature on top of the list of countries that are expected to face new travel restrictions - including a complete ban on citizens of these countries from entering the United States - in the new travel ban plan being prepared by the Donald Trump administration.

137 illegal immigrants identified, authorities monitoring movements of Pakistani, B'desh nationals: K'taka govt

BENGALURU: The Karnataka government said on Wednesday that there are 137 illegal immigrants in the state, including nationals from Bangladesh and Pakistan, and has assured that authorities are constantly monitoring the movements of illegal immigrants from the two neighbouring countries.

Afghan refugees seek help amidst rising abuse in Pakistan and Iran

KABUL: Facing continuous harassment in Pakistan and Iran, refugees from Afghanistan have called on the ruling Taliban government and various human rights organisations to take action on their behalf.

Calling someone 'Mian-Tiyan' or 'Pakistani' inappropriate but not a crime: SC

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court has ruled that while calling someone "Mian-Tiyan" or "Pakistani" may be inappropriate, it does not constitute an offence under Section 298 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), which pertains to hurting religious sentiments.

Pakistan: Civilian casualties increase alarmingly in terror attacks

ISLAMABAD: Civilian casualties in terror attacks have shown an alarming increase in Pakistan during the month of February, the latest data revealed on Monday shows.

Hundreds of Afghan refugees deported from Pakistan and Iran

KABUL: Around 613 Afghan migrant families returned to Afghanistan from Pakistan and Iran between February 21-28, local media in Kabul reported on Saturday.

Rashid Latif hints Pakistan to introduce fresh players for New Zealand T20Is

NEW DELHI: After Pakistan's horrendous exit from home ICC Champions Trophy, former wicketkeeper-batter Rashid Latif hinted that the side will introduce fresh faces in the team for the upcoming T20I series against New Zealand, starting on March 16.

Deadly blast during Friday prayers claims several lives in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

ISLAMABAD: Several people are believed to have lost their lives and dozens injured in a suspected suicide blast during Friday prayers that ripped through Darul Uloom Haqqania in Akhora Khattak area near Nowshehra city of Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) province.

Mumbai Police receive threat message from Pakistani number to attack CM's office

MUMBAI: The traffic wing of the Mumbai Police has received a message on WhatsApp, threatening to attack Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis’ office. The Worli Police immediately registered a case and launched an investigation.

Champions Trophy: Toss in Pakistan-Bangladesh match delayed due to rain in Rawalpindi

RAWALPINDI: The toss for the Pakistan-Bangladesh Group A match in the 2025 Champions Trophy has been delayed due to rain at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Thursday.

India slams Pakistan over Kashmir remarks at UN, calls it 'failed state surviving on international aid'

NEW YORK: India has hit out at Pakistan at the seventh meeting of the 58th Session of the UN Human Rights Council, calling it a failed state thriving on international aid.

Post-Balakot, Pakistan continues to hide number of soldiers killed

NEW DELHI: As India marks the sixth anniversary of the Balakot airstrikes on Wednesday, Pakistan continues to be in denial mode about the number of terrorists killed in the action. It also continues to hide the casualties it has been suffering because of the terror apparatus which it groomed and has now gradually turned against it.

154 Hindu devotees leave from Amritsar for Katas Raj Mahadev Temple in Pakistan to celebrate shivratri

AMRITSAR: Around 154 Hindu devotees leave Amritsar for Katas Raj Mahadev Temple in Pakistan to celebrate shivratri.

Big games equal big names: Ponting lauds Kohli's masterclass against Pakistan in CT

DUBAI: Former Australian skipper Ricky Ponting has lauded India star batter Virat Kohli’s ability to step up in crucial moments after the right-hander steered India to a six-wicket victory over Pakistan in the Champions Trophy with a rollicking unbeaten ton.

Champions Trophy: Pakistan's star give 'muscial' analysis of loss to India, Afridi slams team's '1980s mindset'

NEW DELHI: Former captain Shoaib Malik and ex-allrounder Mohammad Hafeez gave a hilarious analysis of host Pakistan's six-wicket loss to arch-rivals India in the Champions Trophy group game on Sunday, bemoaning the loss with a Bollywood song ‘Dil Ke Armaan Aansuon Me Beh Gaye'.

Champions Trophy: 'This man will score another 10-15 tons', Sidhu hails Kohli's heroics against Pakistan

DUBAI: Former cricketer Navjyot Singh Sidhu was full of praises for India's batting talisman Virat Kohli, who produced yet another ODI classic with an unbeaten century against Pakistan in a high-stakes Champions Trophy encounter on Sunday, and said with his conviction the right-hander can score another 10-15 centuries in his career.

'King Kohli delivers again': Fans erupt as India beat Pakistan in CT 2025

NEW DELHI: Virat Kohli’s masterful unbeaten century against Pakistan in the 2025 Champions Trophy left cricket fans in awe, as social media erupted in celebration of yet another clutch performance by the Indian batting maestro against Pakistan, at Dubai International Stadium on Sunday

Champions Trophy: Kohli’s vintage century helps India cruise to six-wicket win over Pakistan

DUBAI: Virat Kohli brought back his vintage best to hit his 51st ODI century off 111 balls and help India inch closer to a semi-finals spot with a comprehensive six-wicket win over Pakistan in the high-stakes 2025 Champions Trophy Group A clash at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday.

Champions Trophy: Imam comes in as Pakistan opt to bat first against unchanged India

DUBAI: Imam-ul-Haq comes into Pakistan’s playing XI as captain Mohammad Rizwan won the toss and elected to bat first against India in a high-stakes Group A clash in the 2025 Champions Trophy at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday.

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Pakistan reports 2nd polio case in less than 10 days

ISLAMABAD: After remaining polio-free for almost 15 months, Pakistan has reported a second case in less than 10 days.

Pakistan reports 2nd polio case in less than 10 days

ISLAMABAD: After remaining polio-free for almost 15 months, Pakistan has reported a second case in less than 10 days.  The new cases have created panic among the officials concerned as the virus can spread in the wake of massive movement during Eid holidays, a Dawn report said.

SC orders release of 62-year-old Pakistani national in detention centre for 7 years

NEW DELHI: For 62-year-old Pakistani national Mohammad Qamar, a seven-year ordeal ended on Friday after the Supreme Court ordered his release from a foreigners' detention centre, where he has been lodged since 2015.

Two passengers gone to Pakistan to celebrate Khalsa Sajna Diwas, returned after one of them lost Passport

AMRITSAR: Two passengers, who had gone to Pakistan to celebrate Baisakhi, returned to India today after one of them lost his passport and the other's passport was mistakenly brought to India by his family.

Gloucestershire sign former Pakistan's bowler Mohammad Amir

LONDON: Former Pakistan's pacer Mohammad Amir will make a return to first-class cricket after signing a three-match deal to play for Gloucestershire in the County Championship.

Advocate Dhami condemns attack on family of former Pakistan Gurdwara Committee president

AMRITSAR: Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami, President of Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee has strongly condemned the attack Mastan Singh's family.

SGPC takes strong notice of disappearance of first Sikh cop in Pakistan

AMRITSAR: Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami, president of the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC), has termed the harassment of minority Sikhs in Pakistan as unfortunate.

Anti-Pakistan sentiment in Afghanistan after air strikes

KABUL: Strong reactions continue in Afghanistan against Pakistani military's air strikes and rocket attacks on Afghan provinces, with many blaming Pakistan for violation of Afghanistan's sovereignty, Tolo News reported.

Eight Pakistan soldiers killed in militant ambush in north Waziristan

NORTH WAZIRISTAN: Eight Pakistan soldiers were killed in two militant attacks in North Waziristan, Dawn reported.

Nawaz Sharif will have go to jail upon his return to Pakistan: Abbasi

ISLAMABAD: Former Pakistan Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi, who took office after the Pakistani courts ousted then Prime MinisterNawaz Sharif, has said that even though newly-elected PM Shehbaz Sharifs government is in office, Nawaz Sharif will be sent to jail when he returns to Pakistan.

A 705 Sikh pilgrims jatha left for Gurdwara Panja Sahib Pakistan to celebrate baisakhi

AMRITSAR: The jatha of 705 Sikh pilgrims left for Pakistan to attend the main function to be held at Gurdwara Sri Panja Sahib on the occasion of Khalsa Creation Day Vaisakhi.

PPP appears reluctant to join new Pakistan cabinet

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) appears to be reluctant to join the new Pakistan federal cabinet due to division in its ranks as most of its leaders are seeking support for electoral reforms without taking ministries while others are of the view that the coalition government won't last for even two months if they opt to keep to the sidelines, Express Tribune reported.

Pakistan reports 62 new Covid-19 cases, 1 more death

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has reported 62 new Covid-19 cases and one more death, the country's Health Ministry said on Tuesday.

Shehbaz Sharif elected as 23rd Prime Minister of Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: PML-N President Shehbaz Sharif was on Monday elected as the 23rd Prime Minister of Pakistan with 174 lawmakers voting in his favour after the MNAs of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf boycotted the election, Dawn reported.

Bihar man released from Pakistan jail after 12 years

PATNA: The Pakistan government has released from its jail a man from Bihar's Buxar district, 12 years after he accidentally strayed into the neighbouring country, a police official said.

Shehbaz Sharif set to be elected Pakistan PM

ISLAMABAD: As the Pakistan National Assembly (NA) convenes on Monday to elect a new Prime Ministter after PML-N President Shehbaz Sharif and PTI Vice Chairman Shah Mahmood Qureshi their nomination papers, the PTI seems divided over its erstwhile decision of en masse resignations by its lawmakers.

Imran Khan fell out of favour with Pakistan Army which brought him to power

ISLAMABAD: Both sides deny it, but it's widely acknowledged that Imran Khan came to power with the help of Pakistan's powerful army and intelligence services - and now he has fallen out with them, reports said.

Army's silence making their claim of neutrality doubtful: Pakistan Oppn

ISLAMABAD: The opposition Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM) has again asked the military leadership to clarify its position on the issue of alleged foreign conspiracy in the no-confidence resolution against Pak Prime Minister Imran Khan, stating that silence was making their claim of neutrality doubtful, Dawn reported.

64% Pakistanis reject govt's narrative of US conspiracy behind no-trust move

KARACHI: A Gallup Pakistan Survey has found that about 64 per cent of Pakistanis feel that high inflation and the government's failure are the reasons behind the Opposition's no-confidence motion, rather than a US conspiracy, Geo News reported.

Pakistani rupee plummets to all-time low against USD

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistani rupee on Tuesday plummeted to an all-time low against the US dollar, trading at 185.40 PKR in the interbank market during intraday trading, up 1.31 PKR from 184.09 on April 1.

Pakistani rupee breaks all previous records

ISLAMABAD: There seems to be no respite for the falling Pakistani currency as the rupee continued to decline against the US dollar, amid the ongoing political uncertainty and delays in economic decisions, especially the lingering talks with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Geo News reported.

Pakistan opposition plea to include election of new PM in agenda

ISLAMABAD:The Pakistan Opposition on Thursday submitted a petition to include the election of a new Prime Minister in the agenda of the National Assembly, reports said.

The Government of India was asked to abolish the passport requirement for the pilgrims going through the open corridor of Gurdwara Sri Kartarpur Sahib Pakistan.

AMRITSAR: Important resolutions on Sikh affairs were passed during the budget session of the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee which was held at Teja Singh Samundari Hall within Golden Temple complex here today.

Pakistan Supreme Court takes strong exception to Imran's statement

ISLAMABAD:Justice Mazhar Alam Miankhel of the Pakistan Supreme Court has taken strong exception to Prime Minister Imran Khan's statement, in which he alleged that Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PMLN) leader Nawaz Sharif is trying to woo judges against the PTI-led government, Express Tribune reported.

Pakistan serial violator of human rights, OIC resolutions irrelevant: MEA

NEW DELHI: The statements and resolutions adopted during a meeting demonstrate both the irrelevance of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) as a body and role of Pakistan as its manipulator, India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Thursday.

Women's World Cup: England on course for reaching semifinals after thumping Pakistan by nine wickets

CHRISTCHURCH: Veteran Pacer Katherine Brunt and left-arm Sophie Ecclestone shared six wickets between themselves while Danni Wyatt scored an unbeaten 76 as defending champions England thumped Pakistan by nine wickets at the Hagley Oval to keep themselves on course for reaching the semi-finals of the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup.

Pakistan government cancels Jashan-e-Bahar program near Sri Kartarpur Sahib after SGPC objections

AMRITSAR: Following the objections raised by the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee, the program of Jashan-e-Baharan to be held by the Government of Pakistan from March 23 to 27 near Gurdwara Sri Darbar Sahib Sri Kartarpur Sahib (Pakistan) has been canceled.

Women's World Cup: Bangladesh make history with 9-run win over Pakistan

HAMILTON: Debutants Bangladesh eked out a nine-run victory against favourites Pakistan to make history at the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup, with Fargana Hoque and Fahima Khatun playing crucial roles to negate a fine century from top-order batter Sidra Ameen at the Seddon Park here on Monday.

The SGPC demanded passports from the pilgrims going to Pakistan

AMRITSAR: The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) has demanded passports from the sangat for the pilgrims to be sent to the shrines in Pakistan on the occasion of the martyrdom anniversary of the fifth Patshah Guru Arjan and the death anniversary of Shere Punjab Maharaja Ranjit Singh. Both the groups are scheduled to be sent to Pakistan in June 2022.

UN chief condemns mosque attack in Pakistan

UNITED NATIONS: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Friday condemned the suicide bomb attack inside a Shiite mosque at Peshawar in Pakistan.

Pakistan Minister says sporting events between Pakistan, India should be promoted

NEW DELHI: Pakistan Information Minister Fawad Chaudhry said on Friday that the government should promote and restore sports between India and Pakistan, including cricket, to connect with people across the border, Express Tribune reported.

In a first, Pakistan Army promotes Hindu officer as Lt Colonel

NEW DELHI: A Hindu officer of the Pakistan Army, Kailash Kumar, has been promoted to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel, Dawn reported on Friday. State broadcaster Pakistan Television announced the development, adding that Kumar is the first Hindu officer to be promoted to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel.

Taliban deploy fresh unit of suicide bombers to take on Pakistani forces on Durand Line

NEW DELHI:The Taliban regime has decided to deploy more units of its special forces including a unit of suicide bombers on the Durand Line following repeated clashes between Taliban fighters and Pakistani forces.

Aurat march & religious parties come face to face in Pakistan

LAHORE: The Women March, famously known as Aurat March has been taking out rallies for the past five years in Pakistan, demanding equal rights for women, LGBTs and other matters related to the empowerment of women.

Overworked Carey takes a short break, will return only to board flight to Pakistan

Political victimisation of media in Pakistan

NEW DELHI:The media in Pakistan has always played a crucial role in calibrating the political trends and the messaging, working closely with the government or the political parties they owe allegiance to. However, in the last year or so and specifically the last six months, the Pakistani media has not only been in the limelight for having been unusually vocal and expressive, but has also taken sides to create a vicious and unhealthy atmosphere. This has led to a clear rift within the media space among those who are supporters of the Imran Khan government and those against him. The latter category though dominate the media space in Pakistan today.

Capt Amarinder says, he had no enmity with Pakistan

MALERKOTLA:Former Chief Minister and Punjab Lok Congress president Capt Amarinder Singh today said that he was not against people of Pakistan but against their rulers and the army who were fomenting trouble in India and killing our soldiers on the borders.

ETIM collaborates with Al-Qaida, TTP to plan attacks on Chinese interests in Pakistan

NEW DELHI:East Turkestan Islamic Movement (ETIM), an Uyghur militant group closely collaborates with Al-Qaida, Tehrik-e Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and Jamaat Ansarullah to plan attacks on Chinese interests in Pakistan, Tajikistan and elsewhere, as per a UN report.

Taliban deny Pakistani access to used NATO equipment

KABUL: Afghanistan's Taliban-led government has denied denied a claim made by Pakistani Interior Minister Sheikh Rasheed Ahmad that Islamabad was using modern military equipment against terror groups that was leftover from NATO's presence in Afghanistanthe war-torn country.

Chugh condemns killing of Hindu businessman in Pakistan, questions why is Sidhu sleeping over the matter

CHANDIGARH:BJP national general secretary Tarun Chugh today condemned the killing of a Hindu businessman in Sindh province in Pakistan and demanded Punjab PCC president Navjot Sidhu to explain why Hindus were being killed in the tenure of hir bosom friend Imran Khan who is prime minister of Pakistan.

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Pakistan finding it hard to conceal contacts with Israel

NEW DELHI: As Pakistani officials work on keeping the Taliban away from India, Prime Minister Imran Khan and his advisors have to try and dodge political bullets with lousy denials of contact with Israel they are finding increasingly hard to conceal, as per an opinion piece in Israeli newspaper Haaretz.

Madarsa child sex abuse rocks Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: Religious leaders who hold a major sway in Pakistan society and have often been found to paralyse the country demanding public hanging or punishment for culprits who insult Islam, have this time around found themselves in a sticky situation as a child sex abuse incident inside a madarsa rocks the nation.

Pakistan will not give bases to US

ISLAMABAD:In a bold decision, Pakistan has decided and announced that it will not provide any bases on its soil to the US to operate from, after its troops exit Afghanistan.

US adds Pakistan, Turkey to Child Soldiers Prevention Act list

ISLAMABAD: In a move that could attract serious sanctions on Pakistan and Turkey and would certainly impact bilateral relations, the US has added both the countries into its Child Soldiers Prevention Act (CSPA) list.

Chinese trawlers usurp Pakistani fishermen's livelihood

NEW DELHI: Chinese trawlers getting fishing right licenses in Gwadar has usurped Pakistani fishermen livelihood -- leading to huge demonstrations in the region and various other places, said top sources.

Punjab CM reiterates demand for national drug policy to tackle drugs smuggled from Pakistan

CHANDIGARH: Reiterating his demand for a National Drug Policy to tackle the scourge, Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh on Saturday underlined the need for more synergy between the STF, the Police and the Intelligence wing to eliminate drugs from the state.

Pakistan remains in FATF grey list, hit by $38B loss

NEW DELHI: Pakistan has been hit with massive losses to its GDP worth $38 billion because of the Financial Action Task Force's (FATF) decision to retain the country on its grey list since 2008, according to a research paper published by the Islamabad-based independent think-tank, Tabadlab.

Pakistan media, foreign office, behind- the- curve on swift Jammu and Kashmir moves

NEW DELHI: Pakistani media is behind-the-curve, unable to grasp the real meaning of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's deft move to announce his intent to restore statehood to Jammu and Kashmir—a major strategic move after August 5, 2019, when J&K was turned into a Union Territory.

Ban on Jatha by Pakistan hurts Sikh sentiments: Bibi Jagir Kaur

AMRITSAR: A jatha of Sikh pilgrims visiting Gurdwara Sri Dehra Sahib Lahore on the occasion of Maharaja Ranjit Singh's death anniversary will not be able to visit Pakistan this time. The jatha was not allowed by the Pakistan government due to the Corona epidemic.

Indian Army top brass discuss threats from China, Pakistan

NEW DELHI: Amidst border standoff with China, the Indian Army holds a commanders' conference led by General Manoj Mukund Naravane from Thursday to review the operational situation at the border with China and Pakistan. Indian Army Commanders' Conference is an apex level biannual event, which formulates important policy decisions through collegiate deliberations.

If Pakistan have any difficulty in repairing Sikh shrine, it should handover Sewa to SGPC: Jagir Kaur

AMRITSAR: The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) president Bibi Jagir Kaur has written a letter to the Pakistan government and urged to repair Gurdwara Nanaksar Sahib built in the memory of Sri Guru Nanak Dev situated in Chakk Fateh Bhinder village in Daska tehsil of Sialkot district.

Storm-triggered incidents kill 5 in Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: Five people were killed and six others injured in separate rain and windstorm-triggered incidents in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) said.

Death toll from Pakistan train collision reaches 62

ISLAMABAD: The death toll from the collision between two passenger trains in Pakistan's Sindh province has increased to 62, a government official said on Tuesday.

30 killed in Pakistan train collision

ISLAMABAD: At least 30 people were killed and 50 others injured after two passenger trains collided on Monday in Pakistan's Sindh province, authorities said.

BSF seizes 56 kg heroin, foils Pakistani smugglers' attempt

NEW DELHI: The Border Security Force (BSF) has foiled an attempt by Pakistani smugglers to push contraband into India with the seizure of 54 packets of suspected heroin weighing approximately 56 kg -- the biggest ever recovery of such a consignment from near the Rajasthan frontier along the International Border (IB).

Pakistan Punjab Governor Chaudhary Muhammad Sarwar visits Palatine Illinois Gurdawara in US

PALATINE, IL: The Governor of the Punjab province in Pakistan Chaudhary Muhammad Sarwar accompanied by his wife, the first lady of Punjab (Pakistan) Mrs. Parveen Sarwar visited the Gurdwara in Palatine Illinois on May 28, 2021. Their delegation included the Counsel General of Pakistan in Chicago Mr. Tariq Karim, their staff and families, along with several local Pakistani American community members who joined the entourage for an opportunity to visit the Palatine Gurdwara Sahib.

Pakistan literacy rate stagnates at 60%: Survey

ISLAMABAD:A new survey by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) has revealed that the country's literacy rate among children aged 10 and above has stagnated at 60 per cent.

Two Pakistani intruders arrested in Punjab

CHANDIGARH: Two Pakistani intruders were arrested by the Border Security Force (BSF) along the International Border (IB) in Punjab on Saturday, officials said

No direct role of Punjab Govt in deporting oxygen from Pakistan: R.S.Sachdeva

BATHINDA: Reacting sharply to the news on a web channel for seeking import of 2 tankers a day of medical oxygen from Lahore (Pakistan), R.S. Sachdeva, MD Hitech Industries Mohali and Mentor, Punjab State Chapter, PHDCCI clarified that it was exclusively a request made from an oxygen manufacturer to his counterpart of neighbouring country to tide over shortage of medical oxygen in Punjab so as to save precious lives of those affected from Covid-19.

Pakistan Covid deaths cross 20,000

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan's coronavirus death toll crossed 20,000 on Friday as authorities struggle to contain a third wave of the pandemic that has battered the South Asian nation.

China, Pakistan to mark 70 yrs of diplomatic ties

SHANGHAI: China and Pakistan will hold a series of activities later this year to mark the 70th anniversary of bilateral diplomatic ties, officials said at a seminar here.

Pakistan logs 3,256 fresh Covid cases, tally at 886,184

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has reported 3,256 new Covid cases in the last 24 hours, pushing the tally to 886,184, the National Command and Operation Centre (NCOC) said on Wednesday.

Pakistan expresses concern over uranium seizure in India

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has expressed serious concern over reports of seizure of uranium from unauthorised persons in India, stating that security of nuclear materials should be a top priority.

2nd Test: Pakistan eye series sweep against Zimbabwe

HARARE: After beating Zimbabwe by an innings and 116 runs in the first Test, Pakistan will look to sweep the two-Test series with another win in the second Test that begins at the Harare Sports Club on Friday.

Pakistan Air Force to build new air base in Balochistan

NEW DELHI: The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) plans to build a new air base in Balochistan, stepping up the militarisation of the restive province. The PAF has also identified a piece of land for the air base in Nasirabad district of Balochistan.

4 Pakistani soldiers killed in militant attack at Afghan border

ISLAMABAD: At least four Pakistani soldiers were killed on Wednesday during an attack by militants at the country's border with Afghanistan, the military said.

Pakistan logs 119 new Covid deaths

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Wednesday reported 119 new Covid fatalities, taking the toll to 18,590, according to the official data provided by National Command and Operation Centre (NCOC).

Pakistan to commence local production of China's vaccine: Official

ISLAMABAD: Special Assistant to the Pakistani Prime Minister on Health Faisal Sultan said on Monday that the local production of China's single-dose CanSino Covid-19 vaccine is about to commence in the country to facilitate its vaccination drive.

Only one in hundred gets Covid shot in Pakistan: Data

ISLAMABAD: More than 1.08 billion vaccine doses have been administered worldwide, equal to 14 doses for every 100 people. There is already a stark gap between vaccination programmes in different countries, with some yet to report a single dose.

Imran unveils two new schemes for overseas Pakistanis

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Imran Khan on Thursday announced two new schemes for overseas Pakistanis who have Roshan Digital Accounts (RDA).
In an event held here at the capital, the premier thanked Governor State Bank Reza Baqir for his role in bringing about the two schemes; Roshan Apni Car and Roshan Samaji Khidmat, the Geo TV reported.

Pakistanis pray for India as #PakistanstandswithIndia trends on Twitter

ISLAMABAD: Despite all the differences with arch-rival India, Pakistanis are praying for them as the country faces a deadly wave of coronavirus which has collapsed their health system.

Pakistan PM Imran Khan extends solidarity to Indian people affected by COVID-19 surge

NEW DELHI: Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan and Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi on Saturday (April 24) expressed support to the people of India in the wake of a massive surge in COVID-19 cases in the country and extended their sympathies to the affected families.

Pakistan reminds India to appoint counsel for Kulbhushan Jadhav

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has once against called on the Indian side to cooperate with its courts and appoint a counsel for Kulbushan Jadhav to implement the judgment of the International Court of Justice (ICJ).

UAE gives $2 bn bailout loan to Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: The United Arad Emirates (UAE) has decided to help Pakistan with a $2 billion bailout package, committing "every possible support to Pakistan".
The UAE's support came during the visit of Pakistan Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi to the Gulf nation.

What lies behind Tehreek-e-Labaik Pakistan's challenge to the state?

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan's government has been put under a severe challenge and test by an Islamist party, which has wreaked havoc in the country this week with its anti-France protests, demanding the government to expel the French Ambassador and cut all relations with the European nation over blasphemous cariacatures against the Prophet Mohammad.

Religious, political parties misused Islam to damage Pakistan: Imran

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has lashed out at political and religious parties in the country for misusing religion for their own personal gains.
In our country, it is a great misfortune that many times our political parties and religious parties use Islam wrongly and use it such that they deal damage to their own country.

Religious, political parties misused Islam to damage Pakistan: Imran

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has lashed out at political and religious parties in the country for misusing religion for their own personal gains.

Delhi to host 2 Pakistan ties, Ahmedabad final of T20 World Cup

NEW DELHI: Delhi is likely to host two of Pakistan's matches in the 2021 T20 World Cup to be held in India in October-November, it has been learned.While the details are yet to be confirmed, the Indian cricket board's (BCCI) Apex Council was on Friday informed that the board has received assurance on visas for Pakistan cricket team and media for the upcoming mega tournament.

In Joint Operation Punjab Police & BSF neutralise Pakistani sSmuggler at Indo-Pak border; 23kg heroin, weapons recovered

AMRITSAR/CHANDIGARH: The Amritsar Rural Police, in a joint operation with Border Security Force (BSF) on the intervening night of Tuesday and Wednesday, busted a major narco-terror module and neutralised one Pakistani smuggler at Border Outpost (BOP) Kakkar Forward area falls in Lopoke Police Station jurisdiction. The intelligence led operation was launched on the inputs provided by the Punjab Police.

Punjab Police & BSF neutralise Pakistani Smuggler at Indo-Pak Border heroin, weapons recovered

AMRITSAR: The Amritsar Rural Police, in a joint operation with Border Security Force (BSF) on the intervening night of Tuesday and Wednesday, busted a major narco-terror module and neutralised one Pakistani smuggler at Border Outpost (BOP) Kakkar Forward area falls in Lopoke Police Station jurisdiction. The intelligence led operation was launched on the inputs provided by the Punjab Police.

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