LAKKI MARWAT – An explosion near a private cement factory bus in the Bego Khel area of Lakki Marwat has resulted in one death while seven others, including two women, were injured on Monday. According to the police, the blast occurred when terrorists targeted the vehicle with an IED close to Nawar khel mor, as it was en route to the factory. Officials confirmed that a factory employee lost their life, while seven others, including four factory workers, were injured. Local authorities have launched an investigation into the incident, and security measures in the area have been intensified. According to National Counter-Terrorism Authority (NACTA), Pakistan has been facing scourge of terrorism for last more than 20 years.

Source: The Patriot January 05, 2026 08:15 UTC