Pakistan has imposed a ban on kite flying in Hyderabad under Section 144 for 90 days, citing concerns over the use of chemical and metal darts, which pose a threat to human life. The ban will come into effect from January 1 to March 31.
In a separate development, four dacoits were killed in a police encounter in Rawalpindi’s Baishali area. The court has summoned witnesses in the case for January 10.
In Karachi, police arrested two dacoits after a fierce battle in the Orangi Sector 9 area. Severe fog has disrupted daily life in various parts of Punjab, forcing authorities to shut down multiple motorway sections.
Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United States, Rizwan Saeed Sheikh, said that Pakistan’s international stature has reached new heights following its military victory, and that diplomatic efforts are the key to solving global issues.
Renowned scholar Engineer Muhammad Ali Mirza criticized the PTI leadership, saying that Imran Khan is facing severe restrictions while in prison, which is not uncommon for those serving two-year sentences.
According to the FIR, the opponents had broken into Khan’s home and abducted his three female family members. The Pakistan Bureau of Statistics reported that 96 percent of households in Pakistan have access to mobile or smartphones, marking a significant increase in digital connectivity for the 2024-2025 fiscal year.
The National Disaster Management Authority has issued an alert for severe fog, advising residents to take necessary precautions. Former Pakistan cricketer Shahid Afridi expressed his willingness to engage in discussions with the establishment to improve provincial relations and governance.
A wounded deer was found in the Psur Soju Wali area of Siyalqot, believed to be a victim of stray dog bites. Separate meetings were held between Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah and Sindh IGP Javed Odho with PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari.
In a grim discovery, four bodies were found near the Mian Chali area in Karachi.
