MUZAFFARABAD, AZAD KASHMIR: A significant political development has unfolded in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) with the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) nominating Faisal Mumtaz Rathore for the position of Prime Minister. This nomination comes at a critical juncture where political stability and addressing core public issues are paramount in the region. Faisal Mumtaz Rathore belongs to a prominent political dynasty; he is the son of the late former Prime Minister of AJK, Mumtaz Hussain Rathore. Born on April 11, 1978, in Rawalpindi, his ancestral roots trace back to the remote Haveli Kahutta district, situated near the Line of Control…
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KARACHI, PAKISTAN: A period of tension between Karachi’s civic administration and small business owners regarding the use of public space has concluded, as an agreement was successfully reached between the Commissioner Karachi and the local Hotels Association. Consequently, all roadside tea stalls and hotels that were sealed during a recent drive have begun to be reopened. The enforcement operation, which commenced on October 27, aimed at clearing encroachments that severely obstructed pedestrian movement and traffic flow on city footpaths and roads. The crackdown resulted in the sealing of a total of 255 roadside establishments across the metropolitan area. The…
QUETTA, PAKISTAN: The Balochistan High Court (BHC) has taken serious judicial notice of the persistent issues surrounding the scarcity of flights and the exorbitant pricing of tickets for the provincial capital, Quetta. During a crucial hearing, the court ordered the Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) to submit a detailed report to investigate the factors behind the flight shortages and inflated fares. The bench, comprising Chief Justice Rozi Khan Bareech and Justice Sardar Ahmed Halimi, presided over the case, which addresses a matter of significant public interest. The court expressed strong concern that citizens in Balochistan are facing considerable hardship…
ISLAMABAD, PAKISTAN: The Federal Cabinet of Pakistan has formally approved a crucial project to launch a ferry service connecting the strategic port of Gwadar in Balochistan with the Gulf state of Oman. This initiative is being hailed as a major step towards enhancing regional trade, connectivity, and fostering people-to-people links. Junaid Anwar Chaudhry, the Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs, confirmed the development, stating that the Gwadar-Oman ferry service will commence operations soon. He added that Pakistan and Oman will promptly sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to formalize the ferry link. To finalize the operational and logistical arrangements, an…
JHANG, PAKISTAN: A deeply disturbing incident of domestic violence has emerged from Jhang, in Pakistan’s Punjab province, where a man allegedly shot and killed his wife and young daughter following a family dispute. The tragic event took place in the Husnana neighborhood, plunging the local community into shock and grief. Police confirmed the incident, stating that the suspect was promptly arrested at the scene along with the murder weapon. Initial investigations reveal that the suspect had been involved in an ongoing dispute with his 40-year-old wife. This conflict tragically escalated today when he opened fire on both his wife…
LAHORE, PAKISTAN: The air quality in Lahore, Pakistan’s historical and cultural hub, reached alarming levels this morning, posing a severe threat to public health and daily life. According to international weather monitoring websites, Lahore was registered as the second most polluted major city in the world for a brief period. The measurement of Particulate Matters (PM) in Lahore’s atmosphere stood at 338, a reading categorized as “Extremely Hazardous” on the Air Quality Index (AQI). Health experts warn that exposure to such high concentrations of PM can exacerbate respiratory, cardiac, and other serious health conditions, disproportionately affecting vulnerable populations like…
PESHAWAR, PAKISTAN: Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Suhail Afridi, delivered a resolute and defiant speech today amidst ongoing political friction between the provincial and federal governments. His comments were made while addressing a ceremony marking the founding day of the Islamic Students Federation (ISF). Reiterating his political commitment, CM Afridi stated that his primary intention is to meet his political leader by following the constitutional path. In a strong message aimed at perceived external pressures, he declared emphatically, “No one can pressure us.” This statement is widely interpreted as a firm political signal against any attempt by the federal…
PESHAWAR, PAKISTAN: What began as a joyous occasion in Pakistan’s northwest quickly led to a stern law enforcement response after a video showing excessive aerial firing at a wedding ceremony went viral on social media. The incident, which took place in the Tehkal area of Peshawar, was swiftly noticed by authorities, resulting in the arrest of the groom and eleven other individuals involved. This incident underscores the perilous tradition of celebratory firing prevalent in certain parts of Pakistan during social events, particularly weddings, which poses a significant threat to public safety and order. Following the widespread circulation of the…
QUETTA, PAKISTAN: A vital artery for gas supply to Pakistan’s southwestern province of Balochistan has been severely compromised today after an 18-inch diameter gas pipeline running from Shikarpur to Quetta was destroyed near the sensitive region of Mach. The incident has instantly triggered an energy crisis across several key cities in Northern Balochistan. The immediate fallout of this destruction has been the complete suspension of gas supply to major urban centers, including Quetta, Mastung, Pishin, and Ziarat. Coming at the cusp of the colder season, this disruption poses a significant challenge for thousands of households relying on gas for…
KARACHI, PAKISTAN: The port city of Karachi has finally begun to experience a noticeable shift in weather patterns, with residents welcoming the first crisp hints of the long-awaited winter season. According to the latest readings from the Meteorological Department, the minimum temperature in the city was recorded at 16 degrees Celsius ($16^\circ\text{C}$), marking the commencement of cooler weather for the normally warm coastal hub. This drop in temperature brings a wave of relief and a pleasant change to Karachi’s typically humid climate. After enduring a prolonged and strenuous summer, citizens often eagerly anticipate the arrival of these cooler breezes.…
