Free passports announced for Pakistani citizens
Chief Minister (PM) of Balochistan Mir Sarfaraz Bugti declared that citizens will be issued free passports. “The government will pay the passport fee on behalf of the citizens,” CM Bugti said. Additionally, he said that the government will pay the Rs 16,000 cost for citizens of Chaman to obtain free
VIDEO: PM Shehbaz celebrates Arshad Nadeem’s Olympic victory
Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif, like millions of proud Pakistanis, celebrated javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem’s record-breaking performance at the Olympics with great enthusiasm. In a heartwarming video, the prime minister is seen watching the event live, waving his hands in the air, clearly moved by Nadeem’s extraordinary achievement. View this
Pakistan expresses solidarity with Bangladesh
On Wednesday, Pakistan showed its solidarity with the people of Bangladesh and expressed hope for a “peaceful and swift return to normalcy” following the deadly protests that led to the end of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s tenure two days ago. This statement comes as a caretaker government is anticipated
Jirga imposes Rs 5 million fine on policemen for killing dacoit
In a notable development, a police team has been fined Rs 5 million by a jirga for the killing of an alleged dacoit in Sukkur. The incident, which took place last year, involved the killing of Suddhir Khan in a police encounter in Jafarabad. The jirga, a traditional tribal assembly,
Exclusive: Journalist says more attacks expected on Bangladeshi politicians
Bangladeshi journalist Saleem Samad, in an interview, recently discussed the nation’s turmoil following former Prime Minister (PM) Sheikh Hasina’s resignation and flight to India. Speaking to Azaad Digital, Samad highlighted corruption and money laundering as the primary triggers for the public uprising. He expressed concerns that the offices and homes
Military officers and soldiers are not the elite of the country: DG ISPR
Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, the Director General of Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR), announced on Monday that a total of 23,622 intelligence-based operations (IBOs) have been carried out this year. Among these, 2,045 operations were conducted in the past 15 days alone, leading to the elimination of 24 terrorists.
Seven Pakistani athletes eliminated from Olympic race
Another Pakistan marksman, Ghulam Mustafa Bashir bowed out of the Paris Olympics 2024 after failing to qualify for the next round of the 25-meter rapid pistol event on Sunday. Pakistan’s shooters GM Bashir and Khalil Akhtar were eliminated from race to medal stages after failing to remain in top 6 in two
Jamaat-e-Islami threatens govt with nationwide boycott of electricity bills
Jamaat-e-Islami’s (JI) Emir, Hafiz Naeemur Rehman, has once again warned the government of a nationwide call to stop paying electricity bill if their demands are not met. This declaration was made during the party’s ongoing sit-in at Liaquat Bagh, which has now entered its tenth day. He called on the
VIDEO: Rana Sanaullah enjoying ride with wife in Paris
In a video, which is going viral on social media, adviser to the Prime Minister on Political and Public Affairs, Rana Sanaullah, can be seen taking what seems to be a boat ride in Paris, accompanied by his wife. PML-N leader and Prime Minister's advisor Rana Sanaullah along with his
Bridge collapse cuts off access to popular northern area in Pakistan
The Mahandri Bridge has collapsed due to a landslide, leading to significant disruptions in traffic in northern side of Pakistan. This critical infrastructure failure has caused a major blockage on the route from Balakot to Kaghan and Naran which has severely impacted travel and transport for the locals and tourists.
