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16 soldiers martyred, 8 militants killed in South Waziristan attack

16 soldiers martyred, 8 militants killed in South Waziristan attack

Rawalpindi, 21 Dec /DNA/ – On night 20-21 December 2024, a group of Khwarij attempted to attack a Security Forces Check Post in general area Makeen, South Waziristan District. The attempt was effectively thwarted by own troops and in ensuing fire exchange, eight khwarij were sent to hell. However, during intense fire exchange, Sixteen brave sons of soil, having fought gallantly embraced Shahadat. Sanitization operation is being conducted in the area and the perpetrators of the heinous act will be brought to justice. Security forces of Pakistan are determined toRead More


Terming military courts decisions ‘illegal’, PTI says ready for talks with govt

Terming military courts decisions 'illegal', PTI says ready for talks with govt

ISLAMABAD, DEC 21: The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) on Saturday denounced the sentencing of accused involved in May 9 riots by the military courts, saying the verdicts are “illegal and unconstitutional”, however, in the same breath, the opposition party also expressed willingness to hold talks with the government. “The military court’s decisions are unconstitutional. However, despite the verdicts, we are ready for negotiations,” said PTI leader Salman Akram Raja during a press conference flanked by other party leaders. The presser comes hours after the military courts sentenced 25 individuals involved inRead More


Madrassa registration bill: Govt ‘agrees to notify contentious legislation in a few days’

Madrassa registration bill: Govt 'agrees to notify contentious legislation in a few days'

ISLAMABAD, DEC 21: In a major breakthrough a day after a key meeting between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and JUI-F chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman, the federal government has “accepted all demands of the Ittehad Tanzeemat-e-Madaris Deenia (ITMD)” regarding the contentious madrassa registration bill. The development came during the meeting between PM Shehbaz and a Fazl-led delegation a day ago, sources closer to the JUI-F told Geo News, adding that the government “assured to register all madrassas under Societies Registration Act, 1860”. The government “is expected to issue a gazette notificationRead More


G7 envoys urge national dialogue for lasting stability in Afghanistan

G7 envoys urge national dialogue for lasting stability in Afghanistan

KABUL, DEC 21: Special Representatives of the Group of Seven (G7), including the European Union, have emphasized the importance of a national dialogue for achieving long-term stability in Afghanistan. Following a meeting on Afghanistan in Geneva, Switzerland, G7 special envoys issued a joint statement calling for the restoration of women’s rights and urging the Islamic Emirate to fight terrorism. The statement reads: “Achieving sustainable peace and stability requires credible governance that represents all segments of Afghan society.” The representatives also expressed concern over the IEA’s decision to ban girls fromRead More


Forest fire breaks out in Khanaspur Ayubia amid prolonged drought, engulfs nearby areas

Forest fire breaks out in Khanaspur Ayubia amid prolonged drought

NATHIAGALI, DEC 21 (DNA/APP): A forest fire broke out suddenly in Galyat Ayubia Khanaspur on Saturday reportedly due to prolonged dry conditions exacerbated by the ongoing drought. The blaze spread rapidly, engulfing nearby residential areas and causing damage to houses close to the forest.                 The lack of rainfall in month has heightened the risk of wildfires, with dry vegetation providing ample fuel for the flames.                 Residents reported the fire spreading quickly, likely aided by the prevailing dry weather.                 Upon receiving the alert, Rescue 1122 immediately dispatched fireRead More


Veterinary drug and vaccine symposium 2024 kicks off in Beijing

Veterinary drug and vaccine symposium 2024 kicks off in Beijing

                ISLAMABAD, DEC 21 (DNA/APP): BRI Veterinary Drug and Vaccine Symposium 2024 kicked off in Beijing under the Advanced Workshop on Veterinary Drug and Vaccine Technology in BRI Countries, bringing together experts and policymakers from Pakistan, China, Bangladesh, Iran, and other regional countries. Hosted by China Agricultural University, Chinese Veterinary Medical Association, and supported by the Ministry of Science and Technology of the People’s Republic of China, the event drew participants from other regional nations, creating a robust platform for collaborative innovation in veterinary science, said a press release issuedRead More