Pakistani Transgenders to Get Jobs as Jail Wardens for the First Time
In a historic move, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police Department has decided to hire transgenders as jail wardens for the first time. According to the jail superintendent, two transgenders, Sabiha Khan and Zohra, will be appointed as jail wardens at the Central Jail from next week. This move is expected to bring about a positive change in the lives of the transgender community in Pakistan.
Meanwhile, the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has launched a new modern website. In a shocking incident, pirates off the coast of Somalia hijacked an oil tanker and took its crew hostage. The automobile companies and the Ministry of Health have requested the Islamabad administration to allow cars to enter the city. According to the rescue officials, a woman tourist died and five people were injured in the incident.
Pakistan has received three bids for three LNG cargoes. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister, Saeed-ur-Rehman Afridi, said that Pakistan has received global appreciation for its role in promoting peace and dialogue. Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov praised Pakistan’s role in Iran-US talks. The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has proposed amendments to anti-money laundering regulations. An American delegation is expected to leave for Islamabad from Washington today.
In a worrying development, former PTI Senator Azeem Chaudhary’s health has deteriorated in Kot Lakhpat Jail in Lahore. According to government sources, a crucial meeting between the Pakistani delegation and the US team has led to the expectation of a second round of Islamabad talks between the US and Iran. Three suspects involved in street crime in Rawalpindi were killed in a police encounter. Iranian Foreign Minister has had separate talks with Pakistani leadership.
Chief Justice has clarified that the procedure for dealing with judges is clearly mentioned in Article 209 of the Constitution. Police have requested a 14-day physical remand of the suspect. According to investigators, the suspect’s DNA, polygraph test, and medical tests are to be conducted. Police raided the suspect’s hideout, leading to a shootout.
According to American TV, the talks are expected to take place in Islamabad, where Iran’s Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, will also be present. Karachi-born 26-year-old Saleem Asif has made it to Forbes Magazine’s list of billionaires.
A journalist asked when this situation would come to an end, to which Trump responded, calling the media fake news, saying that the ground realities are not being presented accurately, and claiming that Iran has suffered severe damage.
A former New Zealand fast bowler has received a two-year ban for cocaine use. 76-year-old Nathan Yoho revealed that he underwent prostate surgery in December 2024 due to an enlarged prostate.
NADRA has launched a new modern website.
