A local court on Friday approved the post-arrest bail application of journalist Waheed Murad, who was arrested under the Cyber Crime Act for allegedly sharing a social media post related to Balochistan. Judicial Magistrate Abbas Shah, while hearing the case, inquired from the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) prosecutor about the evidence recovered against the journalist. Murad’s lawyer, Iman Mazari, informed the court that her client had merely quoted and posted the words of Balochistan National Party-Mengal (BNP-M) leader Akhtar Mengal. The FIA prosecutor, however, maintained that the post in question contained remarks about “Baloch genocide” and was linked to a…
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Pakistan’s former Foreign Secretary, Najmuddin A. Shaikh, passed away on Friday morning in Karachi at the age of 85. The news of his demise was confirmed in a condolence statement issued by the Foreign Office spokesperson, highlighting his exceptional contributions to Pakistan’s diplomacy and foreign relations. The obituary stated that Najmuddin Shaikh dedicated nearly four decades of his life to serving Pakistan with unwavering commitment. During his illustrious career, he held key diplomatic positions, representing the country as an ambassador to Germany, Canada, the United States, and Iran. His tenure in these crucial postings was marked by his efforts to…
A high-level meeting of the civil and military leadership, chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, has resolved to take a firm stance against terrorism and counter anti-national narratives on traditional and digital media. The meeting, attended by representatives from all four provinces, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, and Gilgit-Baltistan, focused on strengthening national security measures under the National Action Plan. According to sources, a key decision was made to ensure that the perpetrators of the Jaffar Express attack are exposed to the world, leaving no stone unturned in bringing them to justice. Crackdown on Anti-National Campaigns The leadership also resolved to…
JUI-F spokesperson Aslam Ghauri on Friday attributed the tensions between his party (JUI-F) and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur. Expressing his views, Ghauri stated, “The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) faces a threat from internal conspiracies rather than external ones.” “Whenever an opposition alliance is about to form, conspirators begin to create obstacles,” Ghauri maintained. Ghauri lamented, “Creating obstacles to form the grand alliance will benefit the government and non-democratic forces.” “Ali Amin Gandapur is afraid of the opposition alliance continuing to lead in KP,” he said. “The PTI leadership needs to keep an eye on…
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif stressed on Friday the necessity of embracing national unity to combat the scourge of terrorism. Speaking at the “Rab-e-Zul-Jalaal Ka Ehsaan – Pakistan Day” ceremony, he expressed that the nation’s progress hinges on a united front, particularly against the forces of terror. PM Shehbaz Sharif stated, “Every individual in this nation must contribute to the country’s development,” highlighting the sacrifices made by the armed forces in the fight against terrorism. He also emphasized that the collective efforts of the people are essential in ending this menace, which has long threatened Pakistan’s stability and prosperity. “The establishment…
Interior Minister Syed Mohsin Raza Naqvi reviewed on Friday the measures being taken for the return of Afghan citizen cardholders. According to details, the meeting chaired by Naqvi, which assessed the progress of repatriation efforts, focused on the government’s strategies to ensure a seamless process. Addressing the gathering, Syed Mohsin Raza Naqvi emphasized the importance of maintaining a respectful and friendly attitude towards foreign nationals during their return. “The process of returning Afghan citizen cardholders will be carried out with full cooperation from both federal and provincial governments,” Naqvi stated. The meeting revealed that all preparations for the return of…
Awam Pakistan Party (APP) convener Shahid Khaqan Abbasi stated on Friday that Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) President Nawaz Sharif needs to step forward for the country’s sake. Speaking to the media in Rawalpindi, Abbasi said, “It is unclear who holds authority today. Despite discussions about canals, no one is addressing the water crisis.” “Neither Punjab nor Sindh are receiving adequate water supply. The situation in both provinces is concerning. The system of governance has changed in recent years,” Abbasi stated. He said, “Nawaz Sharif is the most experienced politician in the country’s history. If Nawaz Sharif doesn’t take responsibility for…
Chewing gum was found to release hundreds of tiny microplastic particles directly into people’s mouths, researchers announced on Tuesday. This revelation comes amid growing concerns about the presence of microplastics in various environments, from mountaintops to the deepest parts of the ocean, and even in the air we breathe. The research, conducted by scientists from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), highlights yet another unexamined route through which these minute plastic fragments enter the human body. The pilot study explored how chewing gum, often perceived as an innocent treat, could be contributing to the widespread problem of plastic pollution.…
The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) will cut about 10,000 full-time jobs and close half of its regional offices, it said on Thursday, a major overhaul of the department under Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. The latest job cuts, and about 10,000 recent voluntary departures, will reduce the number of full-time employees at the department to 62,000 from 82,000, the department said. “We aren’t just reducing bureaucratic sprawl. We are realigning the organization with its core mission and our new priorities in reversing the chronic disease epidemic,” Kennedy said in a department statement. US President Donald Trump…
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) staff reached a deal with Pakistan for a new $1.3 billion arrangement and also agreed on the first review of the ongoing 37-month bailout program, the IMF said on Tuesday. “Over the past 18 months, Pakistan has made significant progress in restoring macroeconomic stability and rebuilding confidence despite a challenging global environment,” the IMF said in a statement. The new 28-month deal would support Pakistan’s efforts to mitigate and adapt to climate change, the Fund said in the statement announcing its decision. Both the new program and the loan review require approval from the Fund’s…
