Federal Health Minister Syed Mustafa Kamal had his daughter vaccinated against cervical cancer to counter the misleading propaganda spreading on social media. At a press conference, he stated that while he has never before brought his family into the public eye in his 30-year political career, he took this step to prove with action, not words, that the vaccine is safe and effective. Kamal emphasized that he cares for the nation’s daughters as much as he does for his own and that the purpose of the campaign is to protect people from disease. He stressed that Pakistan’s healthcare system cannot…
Author: Raja Zahid Khanzada
In a severe escalation of Punjab’s flood disaster, a large section of the Multan-Sukkur Motorway (M5) near Jalalpur Pirwala has been completely washed away. This has severed a critical national infrastructure link and left the region isolated for the eighth consecutive day. The breach, caused by relentless water pressure from the Sutlej River, has now consumed all six lanes of the motorway, halting all traffic between southern and central Punjab. This collapse has disrupted supply chains, stranded thousands of vehicles, and forced travelers onto dangerous alternate routes. An Irrigation Department spokesperson confirmed that this is the “second major breach to…
Police have filed a case against 70 lawyers and 150 to 200 unidentified individuals following a clash at the Islamabad High Court (IHC). The First Information Report (FIR) was lodged at the Secretariat Police Station based on a complaint by Syed Wajid Ali Shah Gillani, the president of the Islamabad High Court Bar Association (IHCBA). After registering the case, police obtained arrest warrants and conducted raids at the residences of 11 nominated lawyers. By evening, 17 raids had been carried out in the capital, but all were unsuccessful as the nominated individuals had gone into hiding to avoid arrest. Authorities…
Pakistan’s military has announced that it killed seven terrorists in an operation in the Kulachi area of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. According to a statement from the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the casualties included three Afghan nationals and two suicide bombers. The military used the term “khawarij” to refer to the militants, a term the state uses for members of the banned Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). The ISPR statement identified the terrorists as “Indian-sponsored,” noting that the state also uses the term “Fitna al Hindustan” for Balochistan-based groups to highlight India’s alleged role in sponsoring terrorism. Following the operation, the ISPR expressed an…
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will lead Pakistan’s delegation to the high-level segment of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, starting on September 22, 2025. The Foreign Office (FO) has announced that the delegation will also include Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and other senior officials. A key part of the visit will be the Prime Minister’s participation in a meeting of select Islamic leaders with US President Donald Trump. This will be the first time Prime Minister Sharif directly interacts with President Trump since he took office in January. Earlier this year, President Trump hosted Pakistan’s Chief of…
In a recent interview, an Afghan spokesperson addressed the ongoing tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan, dismissing allegations that the banned Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) is using Afghan soil for attacks across the border. These remarks come as Pakistan continues to express alarm over a surge in terrorist activities, repeatedly urging Kabul to choose between maintaining good relations with its neighbor or harboring terrorists. During a discussion with a think tank director, the spokesperson offered proposals to resolve the recurring issues between the two nations. He emphasized that leaders should avoid making “provocative” or “threatening” statements, as this “spoils the environment” and…
Trump’s New H-1B Order Targets Cheap Foreign Labor, Puts India’s Tech Industry at Risk By Raja Zahid Akhtar Khanzada Texas: While US President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi may appear inseparable on social media, a new executive order issued by the White House tells a very different story. The H-1B visa program, on which India relies more than any other country, is set to be hit hard by this latest decision from the Trump administration, sending shockwaves through India’s IT industry and several other sectors. Under the new order, H-1B visa applications will only be considered valid…
Saudi Arabia and Pakistan’s Defense Pact — America’s Silent Witness ! By Raja Zahid Akhtar Khanzada In the deserts of history, there are rare moments when agreements are forged that alter the very map of the future. On September 17, 2025, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan signed the “Strategic Mutual Defense Agreement,” a pact that is far more than ink on paper. It is a resounding echo, a thunderous declaration shaking the balance of power that the United States and its allies particularly Israel — have carefully crafted and sustained for decades. This pact is like a ringing bell across the…
Internal meeting transcripts reveal that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will loosen its requirements for nicotine pouch manufacturers under a new pilot program. This marks the first clear indication of a more relaxed approach to smoking alternatives under the Trump White House. The FDA has historically subjected all new nicotine products to rigorous pre-market tests before granting licenses for sale in the United States, including requiring costly studies from manufacturers to detail the population-wide effects of their products. The agency has sought to ensure that products offer a net benefit to public health by helping smokers transition away…
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has initiated a crackdown on affluent individuals who are showcasing their extravagant lifestyles on social media. Authorities have compiled data on 100,000 people who flaunt luxury homes, high-end cars, expensive jewelry, and lavish weddings, and have warned that those who do not update their tax returns will face legal action. Wealthy social media users under scrutiny: According to FBR officials, individuals who display their wealth through online videos and photos are being closely monitored. Large bungalows, luxury vehicles, high-end jewelry, and extravagant spending at weddings are being carefully tracked. Officials revealed that some individuals…
