Responsibilities for these attacks were also claimed by Afghanistan based Pakistani Taliban belonging to Fitna al Khwarij (FAK) and their affiliates, and Islamic State of Khorsan Province (ISKP). Despite repeated efforts by Pakistan to urge the Afghan Taliban Regime to take verifiable measures to deny use of Afghan Territory byterrorist groups and foreign proxies to carry out Terrorist activities in Pakistan, the Afghan Taliban Regime failed to undertake any substantive action against them. Pakistan has always strived for maintaining peace and stability in the region, but at the same time the safety and security of our citizens remains our top priority. In this back drop, Pakistan in a retributive response, has carried out intelligence based selective targeting of seven Terrorist camps and hideouts belonging to Pakistani Taliban of FAK and its affiliates and ISKP at the border region of Pakistan Afghan border with precision and accuracy. Pakistan expects and reiterates Interim Afghan Government to fulfil its obligations and deny use of its soil by Khwarij and terrorists against Pakistan as the safety and security of people of Pakistan comes first and foremost.

Punjab Information Minister Uzma Bukhari said that the distribution of the Ramadan Nighaban package is continuing successfully in Punjab. According to the details, while talking to media representatives, she said that assistance is being provided to every deserving person on the basis of merit at his doorstep. The KP government has not yet been able […]

KARACHI:The Sindh Assembly on Saturday passed a resolution firmly rejecting any move to carve out Karachi as a separate province, declaring the city an integral part of Sindh. The resolution was tabled by Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah, who condemned what he described as divisive statements advocating the breakup of Sindh or the detachment of Karachi. Addressing lawmakers, Murad Ali Shah said Sindh played a pivotal role in the creation of Pakistan and noted that the Sindh Assembly was based in Karachi at the time. The chief minister stressed that the resolution solely aims to protect Sindh’s unity and does not target any political party or individual. He also referred to President Asif Ali Zardari’s “Pakistan Khappay” slogan, reaffirming that the Pakistan Peoples Party would never act against the unity of Pakistan.

ISLAMABAD (APP) – The District and Sessions Court of Islamabad on Saturday upheld the arrest warrants against Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister (CM) Sohail Afridi in a case linked to alleged misleading accusations against state institutions. The court noted that the accused was absent and had not been produced despite earlier directions, leading to further delay in proceedings. The court was informed that CM Sohail Afridi could not be arrested and presented before the court. The judge ordered that the arrest warrants remain in force and directed the authorities to ensure the arrest and production of the accused at the next hearing. According to the case record, Sohail Afridi is facing allegations of making statements that allegedly misled the public and harmed the credibility of state institutions.

KARACHI : A child was dead and four others sustained burns after a fire erupted in a flat due to an explosion of gas cylinder, Dunya News reported here on Saturday. The fire erupted after a massive explosion in a flat in North Nazimabad near Haidery. According to an initial report, a child was dead and four others including a woman sustained burns, who were sent to hospital. Reports said the fire took place after the blast of a gas cylinder. The explosion was heard in remote areas, which spread panic in the locality, forcing residents to come out of their houses.

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar met with UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper on the sidelines of a United Nations Security Council meeting. During the meeting, Dar thanked the British foreign secretary for convening an important session on Palestine. According to the Foreign Office spokesperson, the two leaders conducted a detailed review of Pakistan-UK bilateral relations and agreed to further enhance cooperation across various sectors. Separately, Ishaq Dar held a telephone conversation with Azerbaijani Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov. The Foreign Office said the two leaders discussed bilateral cooperation, matters of mutual interest, and exchanged views on regional and global developments.

LAHORE :Punjab Information Minister Azma Bukhari has criticized the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government for failing to announce its Ramazan relief package. She emphasized that while the KP government has yet to take action, Punjab has been successfully distributing the “Ramazan Negahban Package” based on merit, ensuring that aid reaches eligible individuals at their doorsteps. Bukhari recalled that last year, the KP government had used the Ramadan package for political purposes, distributing it based on the lists of party members in the national and provincial assemblies. This survey has allowed them to collect data from every citizen in the province, leading to the distribution of Ramadan Negahban cards to 4.2 million families. Azma Bukhari also emphasized that Punjab’s Ramadan package is the largest in Pakistan’s history, with 74 “Sahulat” markets now functional across the province.

PESHAWAR : A Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) team was ambushed by militants in Bannu on Sunday, leading to a gun battle in which a key militant commander was killed. According to CTD officials, the investigative team was on its way to identify the crime scene related to an attack on the Assistant Commissioner of North Waziristan, Shah Wali Khan, when armed militants launched an assault to free a detained commander. During the exchange of fire, the detained militant commander, identified as Usama alias Daniyal alias Baghi, was killed. Officials further stated that another militant, identified as Kamyab Khan alias Ikhlas Yar, a resident of Kabul Khel Shewa in North Waziristan, was also killed in retaliatory firing. Inspector General of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police Zulfiqar Hameed and Additional IG CTD praised the personnel for their timely response.

ISLAMABAD : During the hearing of the audio leak case at the District and Sessions Court in Islamabad, Ali Amin Gandapur appeared in court, leading to the cancellation of his arrest warrant and the termination of proceedings against him as a proclaimed offender. The hearing was conducted by Additional District and Sessions Judge Nasr Minallah Baloch. Ali Amin Gandapur, accompanied by his lawyer Raja Zahoor-ul-Hassan, appeared in court, while co-accused Asad Farooq Khan was also present. The court formally charged both Gandapur and Khan in the audio leak case. The court approved the request, instructing Gandapur to exercise caution and appear regularly in future hearings.

ISLAMABAD : Former Tehreek-e-Insaf leader and MNA Sher Afzal Marwat has said that Aleema Khan caused irreparable damage to the PTI. Speaking on Dunya News programme “Tonight with Samar Abbas,” Sher Afzal said Aleema Khan mobilised the social media brigade against him, adding she can go to court against him if she wants. He said Aleema Khan has caused irreparable damage to the party. She asked Barrister Gohar why he was weakening the issue of the founder’s vision, adding there is no person in PTI whom Aleema Khan has not criticised. MNA said that Aleema Khan considers the people of the party as servants.

ISLAMABAD: Chairman of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Barrister Gohar Ali Khan has rejected claims made by former PTI leader Sher Afzal Marwat regarding Aleema Khan allegedly seeking the party chairmanship or asking him to step down. Clarifying the matter, Gohar stated that Aleema Khan had never sent him any message asking him to resign from the chairmanship. The PTI chairman also said that Aleema Khan had never interfered in matters related to the party leadership. Barrister Gohar urged party members to refrain from making further controversial remarks and called for restraint in public discussions. She asked Barrister Gohar why he was weakening the issue of the founder’s vision, adding there is no person in PTI whom Aleema Khan has not criticised.

Summary President Asif Ali Zardari congratulated over half a million members of the Pakistan Boy Scouts Association on the occasion, appreciating their very important role in youth development, service to the country, and management of disasters. The president mentioned the scouts’ very important role in managing disasters and emergencies. He also highlighted the scouts’ role in the national health campaigns, such as the very important campaign to eradicate polio in Pakistan. “The scouts of Pakistan will always be a force in nation-building, disaster preparedness, and international representation,” he concluded. The speech of the president presents a vision where youth leadership, character building, and national service meet to produce a more empowered and responsible generation.

President Asif Ali Zardari expressed confidence that in the years ahead, Pakistan Boy Scouts Association, affiliated with the World Organization of Scout Movement, will become more progressive and impactful, while bringing a positive trajectory to inspire the nation. In a message on the World Scout Day 2026, as the Chief Scout of Pakistan, the President said, “I extend my warmest congratulations to more than half a million scouts and leaders of the Pakistan Boy Scouts Association on the World Scout Day, commemorating the birthday of Lord Baden-Powell on 22 February 1857, founder of the Boy Scouts Association. He said, “Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the Father of the Nation, recognised the importance of scouting in shaping the character and future of our youth. “As the Chief Scout of Pakistan, I wish the scouts of Pakistan continued success in their noble mission. May the Boy Scouts Association serve as the platform to transform our youth into a catalyst for nation-building.

Summary Saudi Arabia erupted in colors and joy as the Foundation Day celebrations kicked off officially, marking 300 years since the founding of the first Saudi state. Foundation Day not only commemorates the heritage of the first Saudi state but also serves to promote unity and national pride as the Kingdom presses forward into the future while remaining firmly grounded in its heritage. AI Generated SummarySaudi Arabia erupted in colors and joy as the Foundation Day celebrations kicked off officially, marking 300 years since the founding of the first Saudi state. Families displayed national flags, and children wore cultural costumes, while social media sites were filled with messages of national pride and pictures of lighted landmarks. Foundation Day not only commemorates the heritage of the first Saudi state but also serves to promote unity and national pride as the Kingdom presses forward into the future while remaining firmly grounded in its heritage.

PHOTO: ISPRAn army officer and a soldier embraced martyrdom in a suicide attack in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa's Bannu district, the military's media wing said on Saturday. "During the conduct of the operation, khwarij were located and after an intense fire exchange, five khwarij were sent to hell by the security forces. Meanwhile, President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif strongly condemned the terrorist attack. The prime minister said that the security forces acted swiftly, saving the city from major destruction, adding that under the vision of Azm-e-Istehkam, the security forces were achieving major successes in the fight against terrorism. The prime minister reaffirmed that they were determined to completely eradicate all forms of terrorism from the country.