QUETTA: A mosque came under attack in Balochistan’s Awaran district after militants fired mortar shells and rockets during prayers, injuring four children, security officials said. The attack targeted a civilian area. The injured were shifted to a nearby medical facility. No fatalities were reported. Pakistani security sources blamed the attack on BLA militants, describing the […]
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QUETTA: The Balochistan government has issued a comprehensive schedule for winter vacations for all public and private schools across the province, introducing separate timetables for cold and warm climate zones. According to an official notification released by the Balochistan Education and Schools Department, schools located in cold climate zones will observe extended winter holidays from
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QUETTA: Frontier Corps North Balochistan and Quetta Customs have carried out a major joint operation against smuggling, seizing contraband including cigarettes, raisins, and tea, officials said. The operation resulted in the confiscation of 10 trucks, which were transferred to the Customs warehouse. Officials said the value of the seized goods is estimated at nearly PKR
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RAWALPINDI: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) and Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir visited Gujranwala and Sialkot Garrisons, military statement said on Saturday. According to the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), Field Marshal was briefed on the formations’ operational readiness and key initiatives to strengthen combat preparedness upon arrival. The Field
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PESHAWAR: At least five terrorists of the Fitna al Khawarij were killed in North Waziristan as security forces foiled an infiltration attempt by militants from Afghanistan, reportedly backed by India’s RAW. According to military sources, movement of 15–18 militants was first detected near Shadi Khel on Friday. Initial spotting was made through a tactical intelligence
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NEW YORK: Pakistan’s national cricketers have arrived in New York to participate in a roadshow aimed at attracting investors for the Pakistan Super League (PSL), officials said. The PSL roadshow is scheduled for Friday at 4:00 p.m. local time. Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi will attend the event, sources said. Former cricket stars
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WASHINGTON: Concerns have been raised over Afghan nationals residing in the United States after the disclosure of alleged links between some individuals and terrorist organisations. Nearly 2,000 Afghan citizens in the United States have been flagged over potential security risks, according to U.S. media reports. The disclosure has triggered alarm within American political and security
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ISLAMABAD: Fuel Prices in Pakistan may see a significant cut next week, with diesel expected to post the sharpest decline, according to industry sources. Authorities prepare a reduction of up to Rs11 per litre in petroleum products, officials said. Sources in the Petroleum Division said authorities have completed preliminary calculations for the price reduction. Petrol
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QUETTA: Marking Universal Health Coverage Day, Balochistan’s Provincial Health Minister, Bakht Muhammad Kakar, declared that providing equitable health facilities to every citizen is a “collective responsibility” and outlined a series of ongoing “serious and decisive” reforms to transform the province’s neglected healthcare system. In a statement issued on Thursday, Minister Kakar credited the vision and
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ISLAMABAD: Consumers across Pakistan are set for significant relief at the pump, with a major reduction in petroleum product prices expected to take effect from December 16, 2025, according to preliminary government documents. Media reports citing sources within the relevant department indicate that a substantial price cut has been proposed in an initial working paper.
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