Category : Regional

Faisalabad Police Crackdown on Criminal Elements

Faisalabad police have launched a major crackdown against criminal elements, arresting dozens and recovering weapons and stolen goods in a series of raids across the city.

Iranian Tourists Flock to Pakistan’s Northern Areas

A surge in Iranian tourists visiting Pakistan's northern areas boosts local tourism and cultural exchange, with spring season attracting thousands.

Gujar Khan Underpass Construction Starts After Voluntary Kiosk Removal

Construction of two underpasses in Gujar Khan is set to begin after over 300 roadside kiosks and 30 lawyer chambers were voluntarily removed to ease traffic congestion.

DC Reviews Sanitation, Traffic Facilities in Murree

Deputy Commissioner reviews sanitation and traffic management in Murree, emphasizing cleanliness and smooth traffic flow for tourists.

KP Hires First Transgender Prison Wardens

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has appointed two transgender individuals as prison wardens for the first time. Subia Khan and Zohaib will join Central Jail Peshawar next week.

Explore how cartoons in Pakistan serve as a mirror to societal and political issues, offering satire and commentary on current events.

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KP Prisons Dept Appoints First Transgender Warder

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Prisons Department appoints Sobia Khan as first transgender warder under quota, marking historic step towards inclusion of marginalized communities.

KP Prisons Hires First Transgender Warder in Historic Step

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Prisons Department appoints its first transgender warder, marking a historic step towards inclusivity and equal opportunities in the province.

Bodies of Three Children Recovered from Lahore House

The bodies of three children were recovered from a house in Lahore. Police are investigating the incident and have detained a suspect.

EPA Rawalpindi Marks Earth Day with Awareness Drive

The Environmental Protection Agency in Rawalpindi organized a special event for Earth Day, focusing on pollution control and public engagement to promote sustainable practices.

KP Govt Intensifies Intelligence-Led Drive Against Drug Networks

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has launched an intensified intelligence-led operation targeting drug networks across the province, focusing on disrupting supply chains and apprehending key traffickers to combat narcotics proliferation.

PPP Meets Anjuman-e-Imamia on Gilgit-Baltistan Peace

A high-level PPP delegation held talks with Anjuman-e-Imamia to address law and order, interfaith harmony, and upcoming elections in Gilgit-Baltistan, stressing dialogue and shared responsibility.

Karachi Cracks Down on Overcharging Buses, Refunds Rs 14,800

Karachi administration's campaign against overcharging buses and minibuses continues, with Rs 14,800 refunded to passengers and fines imposed on violators under Commissioner Syed Hassan Naqvi's directives.

KP Assembly Session Boycotted by Opposition, PPP Attends

A Khyber Pakhtunkhwa assembly session held at a cricket stadium faced a major boycott by opposition parties, who criticized it as wasteful and politically motivated, while PPP members participated actively.

Punjab CM Holds Emergency Meeting on Rising Crime

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif convened an emergency meeting to address a sudden surge in crime, reprimanding officials and setting targets for proactive measures.

FIA Arrests Two Pakistanis at Torkham for Fake Documents

Two Pakistani nationals were arrested at the Torkham Border Crossing for attempting to travel to Afghanistan using forged manifests. The suspects paid Rs. 80,000 each for fake documents, with an agent named Mahmood implicated in the fraud network.

Hot, Dry Weather Persists, Rain Expected in Upper Regions Thursday

Pakistan experiences continued hot and dry weather across most areas, with rain predicted for upper regions starting Thursday, bringing potential relief from the heat.

Sindh CM Reviews Road Projects and Future PSDP Strategy

Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah chaired a meeting to assess progress on federal PSDP road schemes worth over Rs140.9 billion and finalize plans for 2026-27, focusing on connectivity and economic growth.

Islamabad Police Detain 39 in Major Security Combing Operations

Islamabad Capital Territory Police conducted large-scale combing operations, detaining 39 suspects including Afghan nationals, with extensive checks on individuals, vehicles, and properties.

Iran's agriculture minister asserts that the US naval blockade has minimal effect on food supply, citing strong domestic production and alternative import routes.

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Rural Resistance: Politics of Memory in Sindh

An exploration of how rural communities in Sindh use collective memory and political resistance to assert their identity and challenge dominant narratives.

KP Governor Seeks More Global Aid for Merged Districts

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Haji Ghulam Ali urges international donors to boost aid for the merged districts, highlighting ongoing development challenges and the need for sustained support.

KP CM Sohail Afridi Reviews AJK Visit Plans, Vows to Escalate Movement

Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sohail Afridi met with a PTI delegation from Azad Jammu and Kashmir to discuss preparations for his upcoming visit and the public outreach campaign. He emphasized scaling up efforts for Imran Khan's release and highlighte

Doctor Gunned Down Near Karachi's Mehran Hotel

Dr. Sarang, a resident of Badin working at a private hospital in Gulistan-e-Jauhar, was shot dead by unidentified assailants. Police are investigating the motive behind the targeted killing.

Grenade Attack on Mohmand School Causes Panic, No Injuries

Unidentified assailants targeted Ghazi Baig Mohmand Model School in Haleemzai Tehsil with a hand-grenade overnight, causing an explosion that spread fear but resulted in no loss of life or property damage.

Northern Borders Bloom with 'Green Gold' Stipa Capensis Grass

Seasonal rainfall in Saudi Arabia's Northern Borders region has triggered a spectacular bloom of Stipa capensis grass, creating lush green landscapes that provide vital forage for livestock and support local ecosystems.

Fire in Malaysia's Sabah Destroys 200 Homes, Hundreds Displaced

A devastating fire in Sabah, Malaysia, has destroyed around 200 homes in a coastal village, displacing hundreds of residents. Authorities cite strong winds and low tide as factors hindering firefighting efforts.

WWII Bomb Safely Detonated in Controlled Blast Near Paris

Bomb disposal experts conducted a controlled underground detonation of a World War II explosive in Colombes, evacuating over a thousand residents and securing the area with nearly 800 police officers.

Military Kills Suicide Bomber, Militant Leader in Bannu Operation

Pakistan's security forces conducted an intelligence-based operation in Bannu, killing two militants including a suicide bomber and a wanted terrorist leader. The military vowed to eliminate militancy and averted a major catastrophe.

Hong Kong Fire Victims Search Scorched Homes for Keepsakes

Victims of Hong Kong's deadliest fire in decades return to their ravaged former homes for the first time since the November blaze, searching for personal items that may have survived.