Saturday, July 19th, 2025
Islamabad court issues arrest warrant for KP CM Gandapur
ISLAMABAD: A district and sessions court in Islamabad on Saturday issued arrest warrants for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur in a liquor and illegal weapons recovery case. The federal capital’s court ordered the authorities concerned to arrest and produce Gandapur after rejecting the KP chief executive’s request for exemption from personal appearance. At the outset of the hearing, the judge granted the final opportunity to the firebrand politician to record his statement under Section 342. It also warned that the court may issue a verdict in his absence,Read More
PAF’s JF-17C, C-130 clinch top awards at UK airshow
LONDON, JUL 19: Pakistan Air Force (PAF) aircraft, JF-17C Block III aircraft and C-130 Hercules, clinched two global awards at the Royal International Air Tattoo 2025 in the United Kingdom, one of the world’s largest military airshows. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the PAF team, comprising the said aircraft, landed at Royal Air Force Base Fairford earlier this week. The PAF’s C-130 secured the first position and won the Concours d’Elegance Trophy at the RIAT 2025. Furthermore, the JF-17C Block III was awarded the “Spirit of the MeetRead More
Indian opposition leader demands answers from Modi after Trump’s jet claim
New Delhi, JUL 19: India’s opposition leader has demanded an explanation from Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi after US President Donald Trump said that five jets were downed during the recent Pakistan-India war. “Modi ji, what is the truth about the 5 [jets]? The country has the right to know!” Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said in a post on X, slamming the prime minister, who has been under severe criticism from the opposition after India’s failure in brief war with Pakistan. A militant attack in Pahalgam, located in Indian IllegallyRead More
Pakistan’s first modern police hospital to open by December
ISLAMABAD, JUL 19 /DNA/ – Pakistan’s first modern police hospital is nearing completion. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has directed that the construction of the 252-bed hospital be completed and made functional by December. During his visit to the under-construction National Police Hospital at the Police Headquarters, he inspected the site and issued necessary directives to concerned authorities. Mohsin Naqvi stated, “This project was initiated by Ahsan Iqbal, and InshaAllah, I will see it through to completion. All resources will be utilized to make the hospital functional.” Interior Minister further directedRead More
Portugal embassy hosts inaugural Chess Tournament in Islamabad
Ansar M Bhatti / DNA ISLAMABAD, July 18: In a unique blend of sportsmanship and diplomacy, the Embassy of Portugal in Islamabad, in collaboration with Serena Hotels and the Chess Federation of Pakistan, organized the first-ever Portugal-Pakistan Chess Tournament. Held at Kehkashan Hall I of Serena Hotel.The tournament brought together a diverse group of players and guests, creating an intellectually stimulating environment and deepening cultural connections between the two nations. The event was part of the concluding celebrations of Portugal’s National Day in Pakistan and coincided with the 75th anniversary ofRead More
DPO injured, five terrorists killed in fierce Hangu gunfight
HANGU, JUL 19: A fierce exchange of fire broke out between security forces and militants in the Shinawari Zargari area of Hangu, resulting in the deaths of five terrorists and injuries to District Police Officer (DPO) Muhammad Khalid. DPO Khalid, who was leading the operation, sustained a gunshot wound during the clash and has been shifted to Peshawar for medical treatment, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Amjad Hussain said. Inspector General (IG) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police, Zulfiqar Hameed, told reporters that several other militants were also injured in the exchange. HeRead More