In a major crackdown, Pakistan’s Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) arrested 21 terrorists across various cities in Punjab last week. According to a spokesperson, a key terrorist, Pir Shams, was apprehended in Lahore along with explosive material. Another terrorist, Abdul Latif, was caught in Toba Tek Singh with a bomb. The CTD used a Facebook ID, Adil, to track down the terrorists, who were planning to carry out destructive activities at various locations. The department recovered a bomb, an IED, and a detonator from the terrorists’ possession.
The arrested terrorists include Mubah, Sameeullah, Gulab Khan Rehman, Taur Khan, Zarina Shah, Zia ur Rahman, Azimullah, and Abdul Samad. The country is experiencing a hot and dry spell, with severe heat expected in southern regions. However, some areas in Punjab, Upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Kashmir may experience scattered rain showers.
A Pakistan National Shipping Corporation (PNSC) ship, Khairpur, carrying 8 million liters of diesel, passed through the Hormuz Strait three days ago. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) President Nawaz Sharif in a jati umra meeting. The Pakistan Indus Water Commissioner sought details from his Indian counterpart. Senior Sindh Minister Sharjeel Memon claimed that the delay or inefficiency in the Karachi BRT Red Line was not the government’s fault.
Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Atta Tarar, expressed appreciation for the efforts of journalists and media workers. The Islamabad High Court has scheduled the hearing of two petitions related to the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leadership. Police stated that the killer of a young man was his friend, who had fired at him in Noreabad on March 30 and later poured acid on his body to conceal his identity.
The Joint Action Committee, comprising Pakistan’s media organizations, PBA, APNS, CPNE, EMEND, and PFUJ, expressed deep concern over the current situation of freedom of expression and journalist safety on World Press Freedom Day. According to a Foreign Office statement, Emam al-Saffadi praised Pakistan’s role in regional peace and stability. Karachi is experiencing a hot and dry spell, with the highest temperature recorded at 40.9 degrees Celsius on Sunday.
Pakistan’s Interior Minister, Rana Sanaullah, expressed his condolences on the passing of Maulana Ihsanul Haq’s wife. The annual “Passport DC” open house event was held at the Pakistani embassy in Washington. In light of the severe heat in Karachi, the Karachi Electric Supply Company (KESC) has appealed to the public to adopt precautionary measures. President of the Jamaat-e-Islami, Hafiz Naeem ur Rahman, stated that corruption and mafia culture are the root causes of Pakistan’s problems, which have crippled the country.
Rice prices have skyrocketed in various cities across the country, with a 20-kilogram bag selling for up to 200 rupees. In a thrilling finale, the Pakistan Super League (PSL) champion, the Peshawar Zalmi, defeated the Hyderabad Kingsmen by five wickets, winning the title for the second time. The Zalmi team captain, Babar Azam, expressed gratitude to the fans for their enthusiastic support. The US is set to launch the “Project Freedom” initiative in the Middle East on Monday.
