14-Point Accord: Disarmament, Elimination of Bunkers, and Formation of Oversight Committee After prolonged negotiations, a peace agreement has been signed between the warring tribes in Kurram. Malik Sawab Khan, a member of the jirga, stated that both sides have agreed to disarm and dismantle bunkers under the 14-point peace accord. Key Details of the Agreement Representatives from both tribes (45 each) signed the accord. The agreement mandates the elimination of bunkers and surrender of weapons to the government. A committee will be formed within 15 days to oversee implementation. Success of the Jirga Held at Kohat Fort under the leadership…
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KARACHI: The Sindh government has issued a final warning to the protesters, urging them to shift their sit-ins to a designated location or face strict action. Sindh Home Minister Zia Lanjar stated, “The government will enforce its writ under all circumstances […] unrest in the city cannot be allowed.” Ongoing Protests Majlis Wahdat-e-Muslimeen (MWM) protesters have been staging sit-ins at multiple locations in Karachi for the past nine days. The minister revealed that numerous negotiations were held with the protesters but failed to yield any resolution. He highlighted the challenges faced by citizens due to road closures and stressed that…
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and India exchanged lists of their respective nuclear installations and facilities, the Foreign Office (FO) said on Wednesday. This annual exchange was conducted under the Agreement on Prohibition of Attacks Against Nuclear Installations and Facilities. Pakistan handed over its list to the Indian High Commission representative at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Islamabad. Simultaneously, India’s Ministry of External Affairs provided its list to Pakistan’s High Commission representative in New Delhi. FO spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch stated, “Signed on December 31, 1988, the agreement requires both countries to exchange lists of nuclear installations on January 1 each year.”…
KARACHI: Residents of the port city continue to face severe traffic disruptions as sit-ins by Majlis Wahdat-e-Muslimeen (MWM) over the Parachinar crisis entered their ninth day on Wednesday. Currently, sit-ins are being staged at seven locations by MWM protesters and Sunni group Ahle Sunnat Wal Jamaat (ASWJ), whose protests began on Tuesday. According to traffic police, roads from Abul Hassan Isphahani Road, Abbas Town to Sohrab Goth, and Kamran Chowrangi to Mosamiyat are blocked. Additionally, the route from Numaish Chowrangi to Guru Mandir and from Water Pump to Ancholi remains closed. The road from University Road near Safari Park to…
KARACHI: Despite a notable increase in the number of Pakistanis aspiring to travel abroad, 121,418 fewer passports were issued in 2024 compared to the previous year. There was also a significant rise in the number of citizens applying for e-passports in 2024. Passport Director General (DG) Mustafa Jamal Qazi revealed that 6,596,520 passports were issued to Pakistanis in 2024, whereas the figure was 6,717,938 in 2023. A total of Rs47.65 billion was deposited into the national exchequer through passport fees in 2024. According to the DG, 715,074 overseas Pakistanis obtained passports in 2024, while 5,206,234 passports were issued to citizens…
The federal government has decided to make fingerprints and photographs mandatory for children over the age of 10 as part of their Child Registration Certificate (CRC), commonly known as B-Form. For the first time in Pakistan’s history, fingerprints and photographs will become integral components of the B-Form — a significant step aimed at preventing identity theft and misuse of information. Under the phased implementation, special registration certificates will be issued starting January 15. The National Database and Registration Authority (Nadra), in collaboration with the Passport Department, will collect biometric data and photographs of children aged 10 to 18 during the…
Four more bodies of Pakistanis who perished in last month’s Greek boat tragedy have been recovered, raising the total number of recovered corpses to nine, confirmed the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) on Wednesday. The deceased have been identified as Shabbir, Zain Ali, and Zeeshan — all residents of Narowal — and Owais Ali from Sialkot. The bodies have been shifted to a hospital in Athens from the Greek island of Gavdos. The Pakistani embassy is making arrangements to repatriate the remains, but this process may take another week. This development comes after over 80 Pakistanis drowned when boats carrying them…
Ariana Grande is expressing a heartfelt thanks to her fans! On the last day of 2024, Ariana Grande took to Instagram to share a long series of images and videos as she wrapped up the year in a recap post. Alongside the stunning carousel, the actress penned a heartfelt caption expressing warm gratitude to her fans. “A year full of art and heart,” the Eternal Sunshine hitmaker began. She continued, “Thank you eternally for your love and support, words truly don’t suffice. I love you always and am wishing you all a very happy new year!” The Boy is Mine…
Prince William and Kate Middleton are bidding farewell to 2024 in the most delightful way! On Tuesday, the royal couple took to their official Instagram account to wish everyone a very happy new year with a heartwarming carousel. “2024,” they wrote in the caption along with a green check emoji giving their seal of approval to the year. The royal couple added, “Happy New Year! Wishing you all a wonderful 2025.” The carousel began with adorable family shots from Kate’s chemotherapy completion announcement video. Following this, Prince William and Kate Middleton were featured in various public outings throughout the year,…
Khloe Kardashian has officially unveiled the first look of The Kardashians Season 6! On the final day of 2024, December 31, Khloe Kardashian surprised fans by revealing glimpses from the upcoming season of the hit Hulu reality TV series along with its premiere date. Turning to her Instagram, Khloe shared a captivating video featuring all the Kardashians and Jenners, building excitement for the next chapter of the popular show. “Season 6 coming Feb 6! @hulu @kardashianshulu,” she captioned the post. In the promo, all the Kardashian-Jenner women, including Kim, Khloe, Kourtney, Kylie, Kendall, and their mother Kris Jenner, appeared in…
