PESHAWAR, DEC 7: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Chief Minister Sohail Afridi on Sunday rejected “claims” that his province was negligent in security matters, urging the federal government to change its policies instead. “They [the federal government] say KP is not serious about security matters… it is not our fault, you should change your policies,” the provincial chief executive said while addressing a public gathering in Peshawar. He further said that they do not “critique policies for the sake of criticism, but also propose solutions,” vowing to cooperate on matters related toRead More

ISLAMABAD, DEC 7 /DNA/ — The Prime Minister has honoured Mrs Souriya Anwar, outgoing President of SOS Children’s Villages Pakistan, for five decades of voluntary service to orphaned and vulnerable children. Prime Minister Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif praised her leadership, noting that SOS has grown to 65 projects, caring for 2,600 children, providing subsidised education to 12,500 students, and offering technical training to 1,200 youth each year. He highlighted the support of 25,000 donors as a testament to the trust she built. The Prime Minister’s message was read by MrRead More

ISLAMABAD, DEC 7 /DNA/ – Pakistan Navy Ship YAMAMA, while deployed on Regional Maritime Security Patrol (RMSP) in the Arabian Sea, successfully conducted an anti-narcotics operation, leading to the seizure of 1,500 Kilograms of Hashish valued at approximately 3 million US Dollars. This successful interdiction at sea underscores Pakistan Navy’s unwavering commitment to combating illicit activities and ensuring security in the maritime domain. Pakistan Navy routinely undertakes RMSP missions to safeguard national maritime interests through robust vigilance and effective presence at sea. The Navy also continues to play a proactiveRead More

ISLAMABAD, Dec 07 (APP/DNA): Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi commended Pakistan’s security forces on Monday for what he described as a “highly successful” operation in Kalat against India-sponsored militants. According to the Interior Minister, security personnel eliminated 12 militants allegedly backed by India, thwarting what he called their “malicious designs” in the region. Naqvi lauded the professional capabilities and swift action of the forces involved in the operation. “Security forces have crushed the nefarious objectives of India-sponsored terrorists through their successful action in Kalat,” he said. “In Balochistan, the so-calledRead More

ISLAMABAD, DEC 7 /DNA/ – As we commemorate, the 40th anniversary of the SAARC Charter Day, I extend my warmest greetings to the peoples and the governments of all SAARC member-states. This auspicious occasion, reminds us of our shared aspirations for peace, progress and prosperity across the region of South Asia. When SAARC was established, over four decades ago, it was meant to provide an essential platform, to promote dialogue, foster cooperation and strengthen the bonds that bring our nations together. While these goals have, regrettably, remained elusive due toRead More