Counter terrorism
Political and technical committee to be formed to safeguard province's interests; ruling PTI skips moot.
Updated 06 Dec, 2024 10:11am
Commanders warn against use of violence for vested gains; ISPR says "external players" backing propaganda campaign.
Updated 06 Dec, 2024 07:55am
FO reiterates Pakistan’s desire for “constructive engagement" with India but notes "it takes two to tango".
Updated 06 Dec, 2024 09:17am
TTP leader shot dead and attack near FC post foiled in Lower South Waziristan.
Updated 05 Dec, 2024 10:08am
Two other terrorists injured in operation; president, PM pay tribute to security forces in separate statements.
Updated 04 Dec, 2024 09:53pm
According to reports from Pakistani security officials, Shahid Umar had a bounty of Rs10m on his head.
Updated 04 Dec, 2024 11:46am
NAP body told over "200 terrorists" killed in around 8,000 operations in Jan-Oct; ministry to enlist PTA to ensure terrorists can’t use online tools for nefarious purposes.
Updated 04 Dec, 2024 07:48am
Emphasises importance of maintaining “constant preparedness” to counter any potential threats by adversaries.
Published 03 Dec, 2024 12:08pm
Two security personnel, as many cops martyred; Baka Khel operation leaves 5 suspects dead; 3 killed in Khyber; 4 gunned down in Sherani, 4 in Mianwali.
Updated 02 Dec, 2024 11:12am
November is the second deadliest month after August, when 254 people lost their lives.
Published 01 Dec, 2024 11:28pm
Attackers targeted police station building with rocket launchers and also hurled hand grenades, says spokesperson.
Published 01 Dec, 2024 10:00pm
Security man martyred, two others injured in Turbat IED explosion.
Published 29 Nov, 2024 07:55am
Chinese Consul General Yang Yundong hails Pakistan-China relationship's "strategic significance".
Published 28 Nov, 2024 11:25pm
Gen Zhang, one of China’s two top military leaders, meets COAS Munir on Pakistan visit.
Updated 28 Nov, 2024 07:26am
Attack on police station, check post in South Waziristan foiled; peace committee member escapes bomb attack.
Updated 27 Nov, 2024 08:20am
SAHIWAL: Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) Special Judge Ziaullah Khan awarded 31-year rigorous imprisonment to a terrorist...
Published 27 Nov, 2024 07:37am
Three terrorists killed in Khyber, S Waziristan, says ISPR; forces thwart "infiltration attempt" at Afghan border.
Updated 24 Nov, 2024 08:26am
Says two killed in Khyber district and one killed, three injured while trying to infiltrate through Pakistan-Afghanistan border in South Waziristan.
Published 23 Nov, 2024 11:48pm
Lacunae in our counterterrorism efforts need to be plugged quickly.
Updated 23 Nov, 2024 09:16am
Army chief chairs important meeting in Peshawar, vows to eradicate "illegal spectrum undermining national security".
Updated 23 Nov, 2024 12:11pm
Two high-value targets gunned down in Awaran, 2 more in Dera Bugti and Kech; 3 killed in KP's Bannu.
Updated 23 Nov, 2024 09:48am
Weapons, explosives recovered; PM, president commend forces.
Published 22 Nov, 2024 02:53pm
Kabul urged to take decisive action against militants sheltering in Afghanistan.
Published 22 Nov, 2024 07:08am
There are important organic factors in the re-emergence of militants.
Updated 22 Nov, 2024 09:18am
Kundi says "well and good" if CM Gandapur attends the moot planned for December's first week, where he will raise various issues.
Published 21 Nov, 2024 04:02pm
While restoring peace is essential, addressing Balochistan’s socioeconomic deprivation is equally important.
Updated 21 Nov, 2024 08:57am
Military operation ruled out by political parties in Centre, as well as due to provincial govt's reservations.
Updated 21 Nov, 2024 08:01am
NAP apex committee okays military operation, vows to revitalise Nacta; questions PTI’s focus on sit-ins over country’s progress.
Updated 20 Nov, 2024 09:29am
Meeting emphasises that political support across party lines, complete national consensus critical to reinvigorate national CT campaign.
Updated 19 Nov, 2024 11:16pm
Says temporary suspension is aimed at ensuring public safety and security.
Updated 16 Nov, 2024 11:51am
